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Galapagos Explorer
Galapagos Explorer Description
Accommodating up to 12 passengers, the Galapagos Explorer is a 38-meter, charter-only luxury yacht specially designed to explore the Galapagos Islands sustainably and ecologically friendly with unlimited comfort. Enjoy the lavish and accommodating yacht while adventuring through the islands on 8-day itineraries.
Galapagos Explorer Cabins
The Galapagos Explorer features four suites on the lower deck, two VIP suites, and another standard suite on the front main deck. The Master Suite, called The Crown Jewel, has private access to an outdoor lounge and an exclusive, privileged view of the surrounding Galapagos scenery on the upper aft deck.
In addition to the lavish suites, the Galapagos Explorer offers its passengers an Al Fresco dining area, a Jacuzzi on a spacious sundeck, a bar, and many more outdoor deck spaces to enjoy the refreshing elements of the surrounding Galapagos Islands.
Amenities include iPod dock stations in the accommodations and common areas, four kayaks for passenger enjoyment, 2 SUP boards, snorkeling gear, TV/DVD in all suites and public spaces, and extra beach equipment.
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Full Tecnical Details
Sun Deck
Bridge Deck
Main Deck
Lower Deck
| Length: | 124 ft (38 m) |
| Decks: | 3 |
| Gross Tonnage: | 317 |
| Refurbished: | 2006 |
| Guest Capacity: | 12 passengers |
| Beam: | 25 ft (7.8 m) |
| Draft: | 8 ft (2,65 m) |
| Year of construction: | 1987 |
| Accommodation: | 4 cabins and 2 suites |
| Exterior: | Steel |
| Builder: | Picchiotti |
| Hull Type: | Full Displacement |
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Itinerary Galapagos Explorer
| Mon | AM | San Cristobal IslandArrival in airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island. |
| PM | San Cristobal Island: Isla LobosThis small island is named after the sea lions that rest and play on its rocky shores. Read more... | |
| Tue | AM | San Cristobal Island: Pitt PointHere there are endemic species such as lava lizards and red-footed boobies. Read more... |
| PM | San Cristobal Island: Cerro BrujoA beautiful white-sand beach full of pelicans, blue-footed boobies, sea lions and marine iguanas. Read more... | |
| Wed | AM | Española Island: Gardner BayGardner Bay has a magnificent beach with turquoise waters. The bay is home of a large colony of sea lions. Read more... |
| PM | Española Island: Suárez PointSuarez Point is one of the most outstanding wildlife areas of the archipelago. Read more... | |
| Thu | AM | Floreana Island: Cormorant PointCormorant Point offers a trail overlooking a saltwater lagoon that is a favourite of flamingos. Read more... |
| PM | Floreana Island: Post Office BayA white-sand beach where in the past sailors used to leave and receive their letters in a barrel. Read more... | |
| Fri | AM | North Seymour IslandExplore the rocky coast, passing colonies of blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds. Read more... |
| PM | Bartholomew IslandBartholomew is home of the Pinnacle Rock, the most famous view in the Galapagos, and a beautiful white-sanded beach. Read more... | |
| Sat | AM | Genovesa Island: Prince Phillip´s StepsAn extraordinary, steep path leads through a seabird colony full of life, up to cliffs that are 25m high. Read more... |
| PM | Genovesa Island: Darwin BayA coral beach where a 750 mt. trail takes you through more seabird colonies. Read more... | |
| Sun | AM | South Plaza IslandSouth Plaza has one of the largest populations of land iguanas in the Galapagos. Read more... |
| PM | Santa Fe IslandA volcanic uplift that hosts a forest of Opuntia and palo santo. Endemic land iguanas are often seen. Read more... | |
| Mon | AM | San Cristobal Island: La GalapagueraLearn about the giant tortoise breeding programme established by the National Park. Read more... Baltra. Transfer to the Airport. |
| Mon | AM | Baltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island. |
| PM | Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin StationAn organisation that provides scientific assistance to ensure the proper preservation of the Galapagos. Read more... | |
| Tue | AM | Sombrero Chino IslandThe landing is on a beautiful crescent-shaped beach, home to sea lions and Sally Lightfoot crabs. Read more... |
| PM | Rábida IslandA bird-watcher´s delight. Species includes Flycatchers, Galapagos Hawks and Brown Pelicans. Read more... | |
| Wed | AM | Santiago Island: Espumilla BeachEspumilla Beach is a popular place for marine iguanas and Sally Lightfoot Crabs. Read more... Santiago Island: Buccaneer CoveBuccaneer Cove is a testament to the fact that Santiago was once a refuge for British buccaneers. Read more... |
| PM | Santiago Island: Puerto EgasPuerto Egas, with its black sand beaches, was the site of small salt mining industry in the 1960s. Read more... | |
| Thu | AM | Fernandina Island: Espinosa PointA narrow stretch of land where hundreds of marine iguanas gather largely on black lava rocks. Read more... |
| PM | Isabela Island: Tagus CoveAn opportunity to see penguins as well as marine iguanas, Sally Lightfoot crabs and sea lions. Read more... | |
| Fri | AM | Isabela Island: Elizabeth BayAs enter you the bay, hawks can soar overhear and schools of fish can be seen swimming underneath. Read more... |
| PM | Isabela Island: Moreno PointBeautiful rocky shores where penguins and shore birds, including blue herons, are usually spotted. Read more... | |
| Sat | AM | Isabela Island: Las TintorerasA short distance from Puerto Villamil is the small island known as Las Tintoreras. Read more... Isabela Island: WetlandsThey consist of lagoons, swamps, and mangroves and are home to a variety of unique bird species. Read more... |
| PM | Isabela Island: The Wall of TearsIsabela was a penal colony. Prisoners were made build a wall with huge blocks of lava as punishment. Read more... Isabela Island: Tortoise Breeding StationCreated to protect animals in their first years of life from the threats of foreign species. Read more... |
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| Sun | AM | Santa Cruz Island: El ChatoA reserve in the highlands where you have the opportunity to observe the giant tortoise in the wild. Read more... Santa Cruz Island: HighlandsThe highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt. Read more... |
| PM | Santa Cruz Island: Tortuga BayA pristine location with a beautiful white-sand beach. It´s a great place for swimming and even surfing. Read more... | |
| Mon | AM | San Cristobal Island: Interpretation CenterA series of interactive exhibits providing information about the history and biodiversity of the Galapagos. Read more... San Cristobal Island. Transfer to the Airport. |
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