LUXURY YACHTS
For the most discerning travelers, Surtrek’s travel experts have handpicked a selection of the supremely luxurious Galapagos.
Highlights:
Galapagos Islands, Genovesa, Bartolome (Pinaccle Rock), South Plazas (land iguanas) Española & Charles Darwin Station.
From:
US$ 4200
First Class Yachts
Mary Anne Galapagos Sailboat
Fancy a “Pirates of the Caribbean” type experience? With almost 1,000 square meters of canvas, the S/S Mary Anne Galapagos Sailboat is the best option in Galapagos for sailboat lovers.
Launched in 1997, this elegant 3-mast barquentine schooner — the only of its kind in the archipelago — is the only truly suitable way to journey these islands made famous by Charles Darwin.
A large and truly romantic sailing ship, the 216-foot (66-meter) Mary Anne glides majestically through the islands under full sail. Navigating with the wind to your back, you’ll delight traveling without the sound of engines, and with dolphins and whales more likely to swim alongside. Plus, you’ll find that due to its steel hull, tall masts and deep draft, the Mary Anne is one of the most stable vessels sailing the waters of the archipelago.
With spacious decks, experienced crew members and passionate owners, the S/S Mary Anne accommodates up to 24 guests and was specially designed with safe, sound and environmental-friendly cruising in mind.
Accommodations are located on the Cabin Deck, where each cabin features its own private bathrooms with hot water.
The vessel features a wood-paneled, comfortable lounge area with a cozy bar and ample sun decks. The spacious Main and Sun decks are comfortable places to have a drink in the lounge, read a book in the library or simply relax in a sun chair while enjoying the view. Both decks are ideal places for marine and wildlife observation.
With a nine-member crew, plus a Galapagos Naturalist Guide on board, we assure you a high-end educational cruise experience with many interesting wildlife encounters.
On a Galapagos cruise on board the Mary Anne, you’ll find that thrilling sailing, simple comforts, and delicious meals combine with amazing up-close wildlife experiences. Talented naturalist guides will bring you into intimate contact with the unique creatures and ecosystems of the Galapagos. Spend time ashore hiking among albatross, kayaking with marine iguanas, snorkeling with sea lions, on zodiac rides to remote ecosystems …or perhaps simply relaxing on a crescent white-sand beach.
Boat Itineraries
Itinerary Details
Day 1 - Baltra Arrival - Highlands - Charles Darwin StationAMBaltra ArrivalBaltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMHighlandsSanta Cruz Island: HighlandsThe highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt.
Charles Darwin StationSanta Cruz Island: Charles Darwin StationAn organisation that provides scientific assistance to ensure the proper preservation of the Galapagos.
Day 2 - Cormoran Point - Devils Crown - Post Office BayAMCormoran Point
Floreana Island: Cormorant PointCormorant Point offers a trail overlooking a saltwater lagoon that is a favourite of flamingos.
Devils CrownFloreana Island: Devil´s CrownArguably the best snorkeling site in the islands, Devil´s Crown boasts an amazing variety of fish.
PMPost Office BayFloreana Island: Post Office BayA white-sand beach where in the past sailors used to leave and receive their letters in a barrel.
Day 3 - Playa Negra - MarchenaAMPlaya Negra
Marchena Island: Playa NegraPlaya Negra offers another excellent opportunity to snorkel or kayak.
PMMarchenaFull Afternoon Navigation whale and dolphin observation
Day 4 - Moreno Point - Urbina BayAMMoreno Point
Isabela Island: Moreno PointBeautiful rocky shores where penguins and shore birds, including blue herons, are usually spotted.
PMUrbina BayIsabela Island: Urbina BayIts waters are a good place to see turtles and rays. Ashore you´ll find a short trail leading to a coral reef.
Day 5 - Tagus Cove - Espinosa PointAMTagus Cove
Isabela Island: Tagus CoveAn opportunity to see penguins as well as marine iguanas, Sally Lightfoot crabs and sea lions.
PMEspinosa PointFernandina Island: Espinosa PointA narrow stretch of land where hundreds of marine iguanas gather largely on black lava rocks.
Day 6 - Puerto Egas - Buccaneer Cove - Espumilla BeachAMPuerto Egas
Santiago Island: Puerto EgasPuerto Egas, with its black sand beaches, was the site of small salt mining industry in the 1960s.
PMBuccaneer CoveSantiago Island: Buccaneer CoveBuccaneer Cove is a testament to the fact that Santiago was once a refuge for British buccaneers.
Espumilla BeachSantiago Island: Espumilla BeachEspumilla Beach is a popular place for marine iguanas and Sally Lightfoot Crabs.
Day 7 - Sullivan Bay - North Seymour IslandAMSullivan Bay
Santiago Island: Sullivan BayThe lava field has a variety of patterns made by the shapes and textures of trees that once existed there.
PMNorth Seymour IslandNorth Seymour IslandExplore the rocky coast, passing colonies of blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds.
Day 8 - Mosquera Islet - Baltra DepartureAMMosquera Islet
Mosquera IslandThe island consists is a long narrow stretch of white sand, rocks, and tide pools.
Baltra DepartureBaltra. Transfer to the Airport.
Itinerary Details
Day 1 - Baltra Arrival - Black Turtle CoveAMBaltra ArrivalBaltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMBlack Turtle CoveSanta Cruz Island: Black Turtle CoveThis shallow inlet is surrounded by mangroves and provides natural protection for a variety of marine life.
Day 2 - Darwin Bay - Prince Phillip StepsAMDarwin Bay
Genovesa Island: Darwin BayA coral beach where a 750 mt. trail takes you through more seabird colonies.
PMPrince Phillip StepsGenovesa Island: Prince Phillip´s StepsAn extraordinary, steep path leads through a seabird colony full of life, up to cliffs that are 25m high.
Day 3 - Bartholomew Island - Sombrero ChinoAMBartholomew Island
Bartholomew IslandBartholomew is home of the Pinnacle Rock, the most famous view in the Galapagos, and a beautiful white-sanded beach.
PMSombrero ChinoSombrero Chino IslandThe landing is on a beautiful crescent-shaped beach, home to sea lions and Sally Lightfoot crabs.
Day 4 - Rabida Island - Dragon HillAMRabida Island
Rábida IslandA bird-watcher´s delight. Species includes Flycatchers, Galapagos Hawks and Brown Pelicans.
PMDragon HillSanta Cruz Island: Dragon HillA hypersalinic lagoon frequented by flamingos, stilts, pintail ducks and other species of birds.
Day 5 - Highlands - Charles Darwin StationAMHighlands
Santa Cruz Island: HighlandsThe highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt.
PMCharles Darwin StationSanta Cruz Island: Charles Darwin StationAn organisation that provides scientific assistance to ensure the proper preservation of the Galapagos.
Day 6 - South Plaza - Santa Fe IslandAMSouth Plaza
South Plaza IslandSouth Plaza has one of the largest populations of land iguanas in the Galapagos.
PMSanta Fe IslandSanta Fe IslandA volcanic uplift that hosts a forest of Opuntia and palo santo. Endemic land iguanas are often seen.
Day 7 - Suarez Point - Gardner Bay - Osborn IsletAMSuarez Point
Española Island: Suárez PointSuarez Point is one of the most outstanding wildlife areas of the archipelago.
PMGardner BayEspañola Island: Gardner BayGardner Bay has a magnificent beach with turquoise waters. The bay is home of a large colony of sea lions.
Osborn IsletEspañola Island: Osborn IsletThis small island is a marine visit where you can enjoy fantastic snorkeling and swimming.
Day 8 - Los Gemelos - Baltra DepartureAMLos Gemelos
Santa Cruz Island: Los GemelosSpanish for The Twins, they are two volcanic depressions on the highest part of Santa Cruz.
Baltra DepartureBaltra. Transfer to the Airport.
Boat specifications
Technical Specifications:
- Length: 216 feet (66 meters)
- Speed: 8 knots
- Crew and Staff: 9 crew members, 1 bilingual certified naturalist guide
- Languages: English and Spanish
- Safety and Navigation: HF Radio; VHF/DSC marine radio; automatic pilot; depth sounder; GPS Navigator; Radar; NAVTEX; AIS; 2 x 20 person life rafts; Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon; Fire detection systems.
- Decks: 3 Decks
Accommodations:
- Capacity: 16 passengers in 8 double cabins
- Cabins: Standard Cabins have double, twin and bunk berth beds – sizes vary, and bunk berth cabins are normally allocated to single passengers
- Features: air conditioning, private bathrooms
Facilities:
- The vessel features a wood-paneled, comfortable lounge area with a cozy bar and ample sun decks.
- The Main Deck is complete with the dining room, kitchen, library, and entertainment center
- On the sundeck, you will find open-air seating, kayak storage, the bridge and plenty of space for taking in the beautiful sights.
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