Dear Liz,
Following please find details for a preliminary selection of yachts to consider for plans to visit the Galapagos in October/November 2017. We will confirm availability, itineraries and rates when dates for the trip are finalized.
Last Updated: February 18, 2017
Sovereign
180-ft Newcastle motor yacht built in 2011 and most recently refit in 2020. The yacht accommodates up to 12 guests in 6 cabins and operates with a crew of 13 led by Australian Captain Stephen Burke.Availability and Itineraries: October 23-30, 2017 (7 night/8 day itinerary A or B to be confirmed). Please view Alia’s itinerary schedule.
Charter Fee: $84,450.00, inclusive
Key features aboard include:
Kayaks
Snorkel equipment
8 crew for enhanced service
1 highly qualified and experienced English speaking naturalist guide
Good outdoor areas with bar and on-deck Jacuzzi
Flexible guest accommodation in 9 cabins with en suite facilities (8 with private balconies)
Included in the Charter Fee:
All meals throughout cruise
Transfers in the islands
All excursions
Bilingual national park guide
Use of snorkeling equipment and wetsuits
Use of Kayak
Coffee, tea and soft drinks
Free airport assistance *
Free airport transfers for Galapagos flights *
Not included in the Charter Fee:
Mainland-Galapagos-Mainland airfare
Alcoholic drinks
$100 Galapagos National Park fee *
$20 Transit Control Card *
Travel / medical insurance
Gratuities
Personal expenses
*subject to change
Cormorant
108-ft motor catamaran custom built in 2011 specifically for luxury Galapagos Island charters.
Availability and itineraries: November 22-25, 2017 (3 night/4 day Itinerary). Please view CORMORANT’S itinerary schedule
Charter Fee: $ 46,160.00, inclusive
Key features aboard include:
Kayaks
Snorkel equipment
10 crew for enhanced service
1 highly qualified and experienced English speaking naturalist guide
Good outdoor areas with bar and on-deck Jacuzzi
Flexible guest accommodation in 8 cabins with en suite facilities and private balconies
Included in the Charter Fee:
All meals throughout cruise
Transfers in the islands
All excursions
Bilingual national park guide
Use of snorkeling equipment and wetsuits
Use of Kayak
Coffee, tea and soft drinks
Free airport assistance *
Free airport transfers for Galapagos flights *
Not included in the Charter Fee:
Mainland-Galapagos-Mainland airfare
Alcoholic drinks
$100 Galapagos National Park fee *
$20 Transit Control Card *
Travel / medical insurance
Gratuities
Personal expenses
*subject to change
Petrel
115-ft custom motor catamaran built in 2015.
The yacht accommodates up to 16 guests in 8 cabins and operates with an Ecuadorian crew of 10 (plus an English speaking naturalist guide).
Availability and itineraries: October 13-20, 2017 (7 night/8 day itinerary A). Please view PETREL’s itinerary schedule. This is the 2016 schedule posted when the yacht was launched. It will give you an idea of the different routes offered and should be similar in 2017.
Charter Fee: $ 102,690.00, inclusive
Key features aboard include:
Kayaks
Snorkel equipment
10 crew for enhanced service
1 highly qualified and experienced English speaking naturalist guide
Good outdoor areas with bar and on-deck Jacuzzi
Flexible guest accommodation in 8 cabins with en suite facilities and private balconies
We are awaiting confirmation on what is included and not included in the charter fee.
Ocean Spray
113-ft custom motor catamaran built in 2011.
The yacht accommodates up to 16 guests in 9 cabins and operates with an Ecuadorian crew of 10 (plus an English speaking naturalist guide).
Availability and itineraries: November 11-16, 2017 (5 night/6 day itinerary A). Please view OCEAN SPRAY’S itinerary schedule
Charter Fee: $74,675.00, inclusive
We are awaiting confirmation on what is included and not included in the charter fee.
Natural Paradise
111-ft custom motor catamaran built in 2016.
The yacht accommodates up to 16 guests in 9 cabins and operates with an Ecuadorian crew of 10 (plus an English speaking naturalist guide).
Availability and itineraries: November 7-14 or November 21-28, 2017 (7 night/8 day itinerary A or B to be confirmed). Please view NATURAL PARADISE’S itinerary schedule
Charter Fee: $ $86,050.00, inclusive
We are awaiting confirmation on what is included and not included in the charter fee.
Integrity
141-ft Gulf Craft motor yacht built in 1977, completely overhauled and modernized for charter in 2004 and most recently refit in 2011.
Availability and itineraries: to be confirmed. Please view INTEGRITY’s preset one-week itinerary schedule.
Charter Fee: to be confirmed.
Included in the charter fee:
8 days/7 nights cruising on the yacht, all fuel for main engine and generators, all meals, soft drinks and draft beer, transfer of guests and luggage from Baltra/Galapagos airport to the yacht, naturalist-guided tour to highland tortoise area and the Charles Darwin Research Station including lunch, and all port charges.
Not included in the charter fee:
Airfare, Galapagos National Park entry fee, Ecuador departure taxes, transit control tax, crew gratuities, laundry, wine and liquor, specialty foods, satellite or cellular telephone charges, excess baggage charges or any expenses caused by the failure of the Charterer’s transportation to arrive or depart on a timely basis.
Key features aboard include:
2 x 20-ft zodiacs
8 x 2-man kayaks or “pangas”
Snorkel equipment
10 crew for enhanced service
1 highly qualified and experienced English speaking naturalist guide
Good outdoor areas with bar and on-deck Jacuzzi
Flexible accommodation for up to 16 guests in 9 cabins with en suite facilities, all located on the main deck
Notes on the Charter Fees and Terms:
The above presentation contains certain information and electronic brochures that are provided by the yachts. This information is provided as a guideline and in good faith. Please speak directly with us on any questions you may have. Please note that all charter fees and availability are subject to change without notice until your booking is confirmed.