M/Y Evolution - Galapagos Islands |
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Ship
Profile - Evolution -Galapagos Islands |
| This modern ship brings back the elegance and sophistication of a sailing yacht from the era of 1920's with safety and convenience of the twenty-first century. Fully air conditioned, the spacious cabins have either a double or twin bed configuration, with well appointed private bathrooms. In addition, the MV Evolution has a well equipped library and video room. In addition to indoor dining, an al-fresco dining area is available, where you will enjoy the the islands' spectacular scenery over a delicious lunch or barbeque. Passengers love to congregate on the observation deck, where whale or dolphin watching is popular, or just to relax on the comfortable lounge chairs. |
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| Ship Type: Motor
Vessel |
Category: Luxury |
| Ship Length: 192
feet |
Capacity: 32
Passengers |
| Ship Width: 29
feet |
Speed in knots: 12
knots |
| Equipment: 11300hp Caterpillar 3512 T1TA Engines, and 150 KVA Northern Lights Generator |
| Crew: Up to 2 naturalists guides & 1 tour leader plus 18 crew members |
| Ship Description:The Galapagos Yacht Evoluton was built specifically for cruising in the Galapagos Islands. The luxury class yacht has three levels of cabins. The A cabins are large and cabin A-1 is a suite at 263 squrare feet. There are two other A cabins. The C cabins are on the next deck down and below them are the D cabins. The average size of the cabins on the Evolution is 186 square feet. Most of the cabins are for double occupancy, however, Cabin C-4 is 140 square feet and listed as a single cabin. Bed arrangements vary from double beds to twin beds. There are no bunk beds on the Evolution. |
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| Facilities on Board: |
Two bars, a library, a boutique, a small swimming pool, and a saloon. The infirmary includes an MD on ship. There is a, reception area, and dining is both inside and alfresco. Snorkeling equipment, scuba equipment and kayaks may be available. Please request details as the National Park requirements are constantly changing.
Special Children's departures are available. Please call for availability. The Kid's Club offers special adventure programs for children including star gazing and special movie nights. Guides oriented to children are available. The lounge area has playstation and a variety of games for kids of all ages. |
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| Cabin Facilities: |
| There are 14 cabins available as single, twin, or double cabins. There are also 4 suites. All cabins feature a private a bathroom. air conditioning. Amenities include: hot and cold water, house phone, private bathrooms with shower. |
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Pricing For The Evolution -Galapagos Islands |
Year Round: |
Seven Night Cruise |
Suites ( for the Bridge / see Albatross deck )
Suites no. A1
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$ 5,250 |
| Cabins A2 and A3 |
$ 4,950 |
Deluxe ( for the Main / see Cormorant deck)
Cabins no. C1-2 3 5 6 7 8 C9 |
$ 4,450 |
Deluxe ( for the Main / see Cormorant deck)
Cabin no. C4 - for a single passenger |
$ 4,150 |
Deluxe (for the Lower / see Dolphin deck)
Cabin no. D1 2 3 4 |
$ 3,980 |
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Note: These
prices are subject to change without notice. Prices
shown in U.S. dollars.
Christmas and Easter departues have a holiday surcharge.
CRUISE PRICES WILL INCLUDE: Galapagos cruises on the Galapagos Yacht Evolution are in air conditioned cabins with private bath. Two visits to the Galapagos Island each day including all meals and tours, conducted by certified naturalist guides.
GALAPAGOS CRUISE PRICES WILL NOT INCLUDE: Airfare between Quito or Guayaquil (round-trip) and the Galapagos Islands, (approximate cost $390 per person), Galapagos National Park entrance fees, alcoholic beverages and soft drinks, tips for naturalist guides and crew or captain, all personal expenses, gifts and purchases on the ship, rental of snorkel equipment and/or travel insurance. Most ships rent snorkel equipment at approximately $30 per week.
Please request rates and availability for single cabins. Children on Galapagos cruises are always welcome and may cruise at a 30% discount if sharing a cabin with a parent(s). Children above the age of 12 pay full adult fare. Discounted fares not available for Christmas, New Years and Easter cruises. |
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Itinerary - MV Evolution - |
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Cruise "B",
4 nights - Monday to Friday |
| Saturday |
AM |
Fly from Quito or Guayaquil
to San Cristobal Island and board the ship |
PM |
Visit to Cerro Brujo or the Interpretation Center |
| Sunday |
AM |
Visit to Expanola Island and Punta Suarez |
PM |
Visit to Espanola Island and Gardener Bay |
| Monday |
AM |
Visit to the Charles Darwin Research Center on Santa Cruz |
PM |
Visit to the Highlands on Santa Cruz Island |
| Tuesday |
AM |
Visit to Santiago and James Bay |
PM |
Visit to Bartolome Island and Pinnacle Rock |
| Wednesday |
AM |
Visit to Genovesa Island and Prince Phillips's Steps |
PM |
Visit to Genovesa and Darwin Bay |
| Thursday |
AM |
Visit to Punta Espinosa on Fernandina Island |
PM |
Visit to Tagus Cove on Isabela Island |
| Friday |
AM |
Visit to North Seymour Island |
PM |
Visit to Black Turtle Cove on Santa Cruz Island |
| Saturday |
AM |
Visit to San Cristobal Island |
PM |
Air transfer to the mainland |
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*Note: when
cruising on the MV Evolution
no site is visited
twice in a seven day period. |
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Departure Dates |
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Galapagos Cruising is a Year Round
Destination |
| The Galapagos Islands
enjoy 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 Evolution -Galapagos Cruise |
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