Luxury Yachts- Galapagos Islands |
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Ship
Profile - ERIC, LETTY and FLAMINGO - Galapagos Islands |
Crafted for cruising in the Galapagos Islands, the Eric, Letty and Flamingo - Galapagos, are a fleet of three identical yachts. Cabin accommodations feature ten double occupancy cabins along three decks, each provided with double bed or two twin beds, a large closet, chest of drawers, lots of storage, in addition to climate control, intercom, and private bath/shower. Each yacht carries twenty passengers.
The Iguana Deck is the lowest deck at sea level, while the decks Booby and Dolphin Decks provide large cabin windows situated above the main deck. The yacht interior is furnished in polished teak. The ship is air conditioned throughout. The common areas include dining room,an ample bar, a conference/meeting room with TV, VCR and stereo as well as book- & video library for study and relaxation. The two upper decks offer picture windows with a spectacular view of the ocean and the bays and inlets of the Galapagos Islands The large sun deck is a great place to relax and catch a glimpse of the passing panorama of the Galapagos Islands archipelago.
Experienced captains as well as a crew of eight and and two certified and English-speaking naturalist guides man each yacht, attending to passengers and providing a seasoned and experienced Galapagos cruise experience. Naturalist guides - certified and trained in the Galapagos Islands - explore the islands in small groups of ten passengers each. Small rubber boats, known as pangas, carry passengers to shore for the Island visits. Check our schedule or ask for details on dates for family excursions. For a Galapagos cruise overview, see www.Stanfordtravel.com. To view other ships that offer tours in the Galapagos Islands, see www.Stanfordtravel.com/GalapagosCruisePlanner.html . |
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Ship Type: Motor
Yacht |
Category: Luxury Class |
Ship Length: 83 feet |
Capacity: 20
Passengers |
Ship Width: 22
feet |
Speed in knots: 12 to 14
knots |
Equipment: 2 Caterpillar, 8-cylinder turbo diesels - each 402 hp Air Conditioning, 110V, Snorkeling Equipment, Environmental Music, Life Boats, Raincoats, Life Jackets, Television, Video, Stereo , Public Restrooms |
Crew: 8 crew members plus 2 bilingual
naturalist guides |
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Cabin Facilities: |
Ten cabins- all exterior - on three decks with double bed or lower twin beds ; 110V, Air Conditioning, cabin
amenities, hot and cold water , private bathroom
with shower |
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Pricing for the Eric, Letty and Flamingo - Galapagos Islands
Special prices available: Save $400 per person -- Call for available dates. |
Year Round: |
Double Accommodations |
Triple Accommodations |
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IGUANA DECK (lower deck) |
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BOOBY DECK |
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DOLPHIN DECK |
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Note: Price listed are per person. These
prices are subject to change without notice. The price for a single passenger in an Iguana Deck cabin is $5,250 per passenger. Prices
shown in U.S. dollars. Charter rates available on request. Inquire about prices for the teen graduation cruises in late May and early June,.
Cruise and cabin rates include - Cabin accommodation, three meals each day (except Sunday) and snacks, non-alcoholic drinks and beverages, purified water, a Captain’s cocktail on arrival and departure, guide services, shore excursions, use of the wet suits, and snorkeling equipment and sea kayaks, as well as transfers airport / ship / airport in the Galapagos Islands.
Cruise rates DO NOT include - International or local Galapagos airfare, Galapagos National Park fee (park tax), Transit card fee, wine or alcoholic beverages, tipsl and gratuities to guides and crew, as well as purchases on board, personal travel insurance, or the Ecuadorian departure tax. |
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Itinerary - Eric, Letty and Flamingo- Galapagos Islands |
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Cruise "A" - Seven Night Cruise Sunday to Sunday |
Sunday |
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Fly from Quito or Guayaquil
to San Cristobal Island and board the ship |
PM |
Visit to Ochoa Beach on San Cristobal |
Monday |
AM |
Visit to Punta Pitt on San Cristobal Island |
PM |
Visit to Cerro Brujo on San Cristobal Island |
Tuesday |
AM |
Visit to Punta Suarez on Espanola Island |
PM |
Visit to Gardener Bay on Espanola Island |
Wednesday |
AM |
Visit to Punta Cormorant on Floreana Island |
PM |
Visit to Post Office Bay on Floreana Island |
Thursday |
AM |
Visit to Humedales and Muro de Lagrimas on Isabela Island |
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Visit to Sierra Negro Volcano on Isabela Island |
Friday |
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Visit to Bachas Beach or Mosquera on Santa Cruz Island |
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Visit to Bartolome Island |
Saturday |
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Visit to South Plazq Island |
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Visit to the Charles Darwin Center or Highlands, Santa Cruz |
Sunday |
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Visit Interpretation Center on San Cristobal - depart for mainland from San Cristobal Island |
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Departure Dates |
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Galapagos Cruising provides a Year Round
Destination |
The Galapagos Islands
are found in a mild sub-tropical climate, allowing Galapagos
cruise ships to operate on year round. Temperatures are
defined almost entirely by ocean currents and the trade
winds. In general. From December to May will be warm
and sunny; and from June to November will be cool with
a breeze in the afternoon. The temperature chart below
is useful to plan your Galapagos vacation!
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Temperature
values are given in Fahrenheit. |
Temperatures |
JAN |
FEB |
MAR |
APR |
MAY |
JUN |
JUL |
AUG |
SEP |
OCT |
NOV |
DEC |
Max. Air Temp |
84 |
86 |
88 |
86 |
82 |
78 |
76 |
74 |
76 |
77 |
78 |
80 |
Min Air Temp |
70 |
74 |
74 |
72 |
72 |
68 |
66 |
64 |
62 |
64 |
66 |
68 |
Avg.Sea Temp |
74 |
76 |
76 |
76 |
74 |
74 |
72 |
66 |
68 |
70 |
72 |
74 |
Avg. Rainfall |
1 |
1 |
2.0 |
1.5 |
0.75 |
0.25 |
0.5 |
0.25 |
0.5 |
0.25 |
0.5 |
0.5 |
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Deck
Plan for the Eric, Letty and Flamingo - Galapagos Yachts |
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