LUXURY YACHTS
For the most discerning travelers, Surtrek’s travel experts have handpicked a selection of the supremely luxurious Galapagos.
Highlights:
Galapagos Islands, South Plaza Island, Genovesa, Santiago, Santa Cruz (Bachas Beach)
From:
US$ 3245
Luxury Yachts
Galapagos Natural Paradise Yacht
Enjoy your Galapagos vacation on board this new luxury-class yacht: The Galapagos Natural Paradise. While cruising on this well-designed yacht, you can enjoy full days of exploration and adventure in the living laboratory of this legendary archipelago.
This new yacht has 9 comfortable double cabins – 4 with private balconies. All the beds can be double or twin. Private facilities in each cabin include a private bathroom with cold/hot water and air conditioning. Special amenities include a hydro-massage 4-person Jacuzzi, plus spacious outside decks for relaxing, a large dining area and both indoor and outdoor bar areas.
The Galapagos Natural Paradise's activities include hiking and wildlife-watching on daily land excursions (led by a Level III bilingual naturalist guide certified by the Galapagos National Park Authority), as well as snorkeling, swimming, and kayaking. The yacht provides free snorkeling gear (mask, snorkels, and fins), an underwater camera, and kayaks to complete your adventure in the islands.
The experienced and professional staff and crew will be your hosts during your journey on board the Galapagos Natural Paradise motor yacht. In addition to the naturalist guide, the staff includes a dedicated cruise director, who will ensure that you are in good hands both on board and on land. The cooking staff is always ready to provide you with delicious food, while the ship’s bartender will serve you delicious cocktails as you enjoy the amazing views of this legendary archipelago.
Boat Itineraries
- 8 days Cruise Itinerary 'A'
- 8 days Cruise Itinerary 'B'
- 5 days Cruise Itinerary
- 4 days Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary Details
Day 1 - San Cristobal Arrival - Leon DormidoAMSan Cristobal ArrivalSan Cristobal IslandArrival in airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMLeon DormidoSan Cristobal Island: Leon DormidoThis island comprises two rocks which jut out of the ocean and is home to a large colony of sea birds.
Day 2 - North Seymour Island - South PlazaAMNorth Seymour Island
North Seymour IslandExplore the rocky coast, passing colonies of blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds.
PMSouth PlazaSouth Plaza IslandSouth Plaza has one of the largest populations of land iguanas in the Galapagos.
Day 3 - Rabida Island - Bartholomew IslandAMRabida Island
Rábida IslandA bird-watcher´s delight. Species includes Flycatchers, Galapagos Hawks and Brown Pelicans.
PMBartholomew IslandBartholomew IslandBartholomew is home of the Pinnacle Rock, the most famous view in the Galapagos, and a beautiful white-sanded beach.
Day 4 - Sullivan Bay - Dragon HillAMSullivan Bay
Santiago Island: Sullivan BayThe lava field has a variety of patterns made by the shapes and textures of trees that once existed there.
PMDragon HillSanta Cruz Island: Dragon HillA hypersalinic lagoon frequented by flamingos, stilts, pintail ducks and other species of birds.
Day 5 - Highlands - Los Gemelos - Santa CruzAMHighlands
Santa Cruz Island: HighlandsThe highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt.
Los GemelosSanta Cruz Island: Los GemelosSpanish for The Twins, they are two volcanic depressions on the highest part of Santa Cruz.
PMSanta CruzTortoise Breeding Center
Day 6 - Prince Phillip Steps - Darwin BayAMPrince Phillip Steps
Genovesa Island: Prince Phillip´s StepsAn extraordinary, steep path leads through a seabird colony full of life, up to cliffs that are 25m high.
PMDarwin BayGenovesa Island: Darwin BayA coral beach where a 750 mt. trail takes you through more seabird colonies.
Day 7 - Espumilla Beach - Buccaneer Cove - Puerto EgasAMEspumilla Beach
Santiago Island: Espumilla BeachEspumilla Beach is a popular place for marine iguanas and Sally Lightfoot Crabs.
Buccaneer CoveSantiago Island: Buccaneer CoveBuccaneer Cove is a testament to the fact that Santiago was once a refuge for British buccaneers.
PMPuerto EgasSantiago Island: Puerto EgasPuerto Egas, with its black sand beaches, was the site of small salt mining industry in the 1960s.
Day 8 - Bachas Beach - Baltra DepartureAMBachas Beach
Santa Cruz Island: Bachas BeachA swimming beach and one of the few remnants of the U.S. World War II presence in the Galápagos.
Baltra DepartureBaltra. Transfer to the Airport.
Itinerary Details
Day 1 - Baltra Arrival - Eden IsletAMBaltra ArrivalBaltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMEden IsletSanta Cruz Island: Eden IsletOff the western coast of Santa Cruz, Eden Islet offers visitors a great chance to see a variety of Galapagos wildlife.
Day 2 - Vicente Roca Point - Espinosa PointAMVicente Roca Point
Isabela Island: Vicente Roca PointThe remnants of an ancient volcano form two turquoise coves with a bay protected from ocean swells.
PMEspinosa PointFernandina Island: Espinosa PointA narrow stretch of land where hundreds of marine iguanas gather largely on black lava rocks.
Day 3 - Urbina Bay - Moreno PointAMUrbina Bay
Isabela 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.
PMMoreno PointIsabela Island: Moreno PointBeautiful rocky shores where penguins and shore birds, including blue herons, are usually spotted.
Day 4 - Sierra Negra - Wetlands - Tortoise Breeding CenterAMSierra Negra
Isabela Island: Sierra Negra VolcanoOn the way up you can see lush vegetation and the summit offers a spectacular view of the lowlands.
WetlandsIsabela Island: WetlandsThey consist of lagoons, swamps, and mangroves and are home to a variety of unique bird species.
PMTortoise Breeding CenterIsabela Island: Tortoise Breeding StationCreated to protect animals in their first years of life from the threats of foreign species.
Day 5 - Sombrero Chino - Mosquera IsletAMSombrero Chino
Sombrero Chino IslandThe landing is on a beautiful crescent-shaped beach, home to sea lions and Sally Lightfoot crabs.
PMMosquera IsletMosquera IslandThe island consists is a long narrow stretch of white sand, rocks, and tide pools.
Day 6 - Post Office Bay - Cormoran Point - Champion IsletAMPost Office Bay
Floreana Island: Post Office BayA white-sand beach where in the past sailors used to leave and receive their letters in a barrel.
PMCormoran PointFloreana Island: Cormorant PointCormorant Point offers a trail overlooking a saltwater lagoon that is a favourite of flamingos.
Champion IsletFloreana Island: Champion IsletA small island located very near Floreana, snorkeling and diving around Champion can be excellent.
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 - Isla Lobos - San Cristobal DepartureAMIsla Lobos
San Cristobal Island: Isla LobosThis small island is named after the sea lions that rest and play on its rocky shores.
San Cristobal DepartureSan Cristobal Island. Transfer to the Airport.
Itinerary Details
Day 1 - San Cristobal Arrival - Leon DormidoAMSan Cristobal ArrivalSan Cristobal IslandArrival in airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMLeon DormidoSan Cristobal Island: Leon DormidoThis island comprises two rocks which jut out of the ocean and is home to a large colony of sea birds.
Day 2 - North Seymour Island - South PlazaAMNorth Seymour Island
North Seymour IslandExplore the rocky coast, passing colonies of blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds.
PMSouth PlazaSouth Plaza IslandSouth Plaza has one of the largest populations of land iguanas in the Galapagos.
Day 3 - Rabida Island - Bartholomew IslandAMRabida Island
Rábida IslandA bird-watcher´s delight. Species includes Flycatchers, Galapagos Hawks and Brown Pelicans.
PMBartholomew IslandBartholomew IslandBartholomew is home of the Pinnacle Rock, the most famous view in the Galapagos, and a beautiful white-sanded beach.
Day 4 - Sullivan Bay - Dragon HillAMSullivan Bay
Santiago Island: Sullivan BayThe lava field has a variety of patterns made by the shapes and textures of trees that once existed there.
PMDragon HillSanta Cruz Island: Dragon HillA hypersalinic lagoon frequented by flamingos, stilts, pintail ducks and other species of birds.
Day 5 - 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.
Itinerary Details
Day 1 - Baltra Arrival - Highlands - Santa CruzAMBaltra 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.
Santa CruzFausto Llerena Breeding Center.
Day 2 - Prince Phillip Steps - Darwin BayAMPrince Phillip Steps
Genovesa Island: Prince Phillip´s StepsAn extraordinary, steep path leads through a seabird colony full of life, up to cliffs that are 25m high.
PMDarwin BayGenovesa Island: Darwin BayA coral beach where a 750 mt. trail takes you through more seabird colonies.
Day 3 - Espumilla Beach - Buccaneer Cove - Puerto EgasAMEspumilla Beach
Santiago Island: Espumilla BeachEspumilla Beach is a popular place for marine iguanas and Sally Lightfoot Crabs.
PMBuccaneer CoveSantiago Island: Buccaneer CoveBuccaneer Cove is a testament to the fact that Santiago was once a refuge for British buccaneers.
Puerto EgasSantiago Island: Puerto EgasPuerto Egas, with its black sand beaches, was the site of small salt mining industry in the 1960s.
Day 4 - Bachas Beach - Baltra DepartureAMBachas Beach
Santa Cruz Island: Bachas BeachA swimming beach and one of the few remnants of the U.S. World War II presence in the Galápagos.
Baltra DepartureBaltra. Transfer to the Airport.
Boat specifications
Technical Specifications:
- Year of construction: 2015
- Capacity: 16 passengers
- Length: 111 feet / 34 meters
- Beam: 26 feet / 8 meters
- Draft: 4 feet / 1. 40 meters
- Speed: 14 knots
- Capacity: 16 passengers + 10 Crew members
- Main engines: CUMMINS / 2 X 400 HP / 1800 RPM
- Gross Tonnage: 145 Tons
- Generators: 2 X 50 Kw
- Safety & Navigation: FURUNO Radar, GPS, Depth sounders, ACR radio, VHF – DSS radio, ABC Fire Extinguishers, all required navigation equipment
Accommodations:
The Natural Paradise yacht was built to provide the most comfortable cruise its guests have ever enjoyed. Accommodations feature 4 standard cabins, 3 suites, and 2 junior suites, each relaxing and inviting. Discover the enchanted Galapagos Islands while availing yourself of the Natural Paradise’s private bathrooms, alluring and comfortable beds, and ample room for all your belongings in high-class luxury.
Cabins:
- Upper Deck: 4 double cabins with private balconies
- Main Deck: 3 double cabins
- Lower Deck: 2 double cabins
*All cabins with private bathrooms, hot water and air-conditioning
Facilities:
Special amenities include a hydro-massage 4-person Jacuzzi, plus spacious outside decks for relaxing, a large dining area and both indoor and outdoor bar areas. The staff includes a Level III bilingual naturalist guide certified by the Galapagos National Park Authority, as well as a dedicated Cruise Director ensuring you are in good hands both on board and on land. The yacht provides ample social areas, private balconies, and sundecks from which you can view gorgeous landscapes of sun and sea while watching the sun rise or as you wind down for the night, take in the beautiful sunsets of the Galapagos Islands. An underwater camera, snorkeling and kayaking equipment are included on your cruise.
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