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 (Pinnacle Rock) and Santa Cruz (Highlands Reserve).
From:
US$ 4283
First Class Yachts
Sea Star Galapagos Yacht
A 16-passenger luxury-class cruiser, the M/Y Sea Star Galapagos was launched in 2011, offering the best in Galapagos Islands tours. Designed especially for small groups of families and friends — and for couples, of course, as the ship is a popular choice for many honeymooners in the Galapagos Islands — the ship offers both privacy and comfort, thus fulfilling the highest expectations of discerning travelers of their Galapagos cruise. At the same time, the ship’s operator takes steps to reduce visitor impact on the fragile Galapagos Islands ecosystem.
Accurately described as a “boutique yacht,” that concept is manifested in the ship’s small yet generous, stylish and serviceable features. Sea Star Journey motor yacht has the capacity to accommodate 16 guests in seven (7) spacious Galapagos “Matrimonial Suites” (269 sq. ft.) and one (1) Odyssey Suite (377 sq. ft.). (For families and groups of friends, some of these suites are connected.) All of these quarters are equipped with panoramic windows that incorporate the surrounding landscape into the privacy of your cabin. Each cabin also includes its own private bathroom, hot/cold water, air conditioning with independent controls, a mini-bar and a TV.
In the common areas, the yacht offers a large solarium with shaded and uncovered areas, two Jacuzzis, and comfortable sun loungers. Social areas include a lounge area, a mini library, a video library and a play zone for kids (during family departures).
Local and international dishes designed specially by the Sea Star’s chef are served in the cozy atmosphere of the ship’s dining room. In addition to that cuisine and the ship’s 10-member crew, the Sea Star Journey motor yacht has a bilingual naturalist guide who leads passengers on daily excursions onto the islands. This means a cruise on board the Sea Star Journey will allow visitors to explore both land wildlife and the marine fauna of the Galapagos archipelago. Snorkeling equipment and kayaks are available for no extra charge. The Sea Star Journey’s great Galapagos cruise itineraries include the main nature and wildlife highlights the Galapagos Islands have to offer. You can hike up the Sierra Negra Volcano, kayak into a mangrove forest, witness the moment that a sea turtle nests, or snorkel with tiny Galapagos penguins. As you beach-comb along the soft white-sand beach of Floreana Island, you’ll likely find yourself imagining how pirates landed on these shores. These and a host of other activities are in store for you.
With so many options and varieties of cruises, it’s difficult to single out the “best” cruise in the Galapagos. Still, the Sea Star Journey definitely stands out as one of the top choices, even among luxury-class yachts. So inquire now …tell us a bit about yourself and what you’re looking for. We can help single out the cruise best suited for you.
Boat Itineraries
Itinerary Details
Day 1 - Baltra Arrival - Charles Darwin StationAMBaltra ArrivalBaltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMCharles Darwin StationSanta Cruz Island: Charles Darwin StationAn organisation that provides scientific assistance to ensure the proper preservation of the Galapagos.
Day 2 - Moreno Point - Elizabeth BayAMMoreno Point
Isabela Island: Moreno PointBeautiful rocky shores where penguins and shore birds, including blue herons, are usually spotted.
PMElizabeth BayIsabela Island: Elizabeth BayAs enter you the bay, hawks can soar overhear and schools of fish can be seen swimming underneath.
Day 3 - Espinosa Point - Tagus CoveAMEspinosa Point
Fernandina Island: Espinosa PointA narrow stretch of land where hundreds of marine iguanas gather largely on black lava rocks.
PMTagus CoveIsabela Island: Tagus CoveAn opportunity to see penguins as well as marine iguanas, Sally Lightfoot crabs and sea lions.
Day 4 - Espumilla Beach - Puerto EgasAMEspumilla Beach
Santiago Island: Espumilla BeachEspumilla Beach is a popular place for marine iguanas and Sally Lightfoot Crabs.
PMPuerto EgasSantiago Island: Puerto EgasPuerto Egas, with its black sand beaches, was the site of small salt mining industry in the 1960s.
Day 5 - Isabela - Sierra Negra - WetlandsAMIsabela
White Tipped Reef Shark Canal
Sierra NegraIsabela Island: Sierra Negra VolcanoOn the way up you can see lush vegetation and the summit offers a spectacular view of the lowlands.
PMWetlandsIsabela Island: WetlandsThey consist of lagoons, swamps, and mangroves and are home to a variety of unique bird species.
Day 6 - 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 - San CristobalAMSan Cristobal ArrivalSan Cristobal IslandArrival in airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMSan CristobalBreeding Center David Rodriguez
Day 2 - Suarez Point - Gardner BayAMSuarez 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.
Day 3 - Cormoran Point - Devils Crown - Post Office Bay - Baroness ObservatoryAMCormoran 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.
Baroness ObservatoryFloreana Island: Barones´s ObservatoryThis site shows a breath-taking view of La Loberia and the inland features of Floreana Island.
Day 4 - Santa Fe Island - South PlazaAMSanta Fe Island
Santa Fe IslandA volcanic uplift that hosts a forest of Opuntia and palo santo. Endemic land iguanas are often seen.
PMSouth PlazaSouth Plaza IslandSouth Plaza has one of the largest populations of land iguanas in the Galapagos.
Day 5 - North Seymour Island - Bachas BeachAMNorth Seymour Island
North Seymour IslandExplore the rocky coast, passing colonies of blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds.
PMBachas BeachSanta Cruz Island: Bachas BeachA swimming beach and one of the few remnants of the U.S. World War II presence in the Galápagos.
Day 6 - 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 - Dragon HillAMBaltra ArrivalBaltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMDragon HillSanta Cruz Island: Dragon HillA hypersalinic lagoon frequented by flamingos, stilts, pintail ducks and other species of birds.
Day 2 - Black Turtle Cove - Sombrero ChinoAMBlack Turtle Cove
Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle CoveThis shallow inlet is surrounded by mangroves and provides natural protection for a variety of marine life.
PMSombrero ChinoSombrero Chino IslandThe landing is on a beautiful crescent-shaped beach, home to sea lions and Sally Lightfoot crabs.
Day 3 - 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 4 - Bartholomew Island - Sullivan BayAMBartholomew Island
Bartholomew IslandBartholomew is home of the Pinnacle Rock, the most famous view in the Galapagos, and a beautiful white-sanded beach.
PMSullivan BaySantiago Island: Sullivan BayThe lava field has a variety of patterns made by the shapes and textures of trees that once existed there.
Day 5 - Highlands - Baltra DepartureAMHighlands
Santa Cruz Island: HighlandsThe highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt.
Baltra DepartureBaltra. Transfer to the Airport.
Boat specifications
Technical Specifications:
- Length: 41 meters / 138 feet
- Speed: 12 knots
- Crew and Staff: 10 crew members and 1 multilingual class III naturalist guide
- Languages: English and Spanish
- Safety and Navigation: Furuno 24 mile and 36 mile radar, satellite compass, 1 Satellite compass, 2 magnetic compasses, HF-VHF-UHF consoles, Nactex, Distrex and hand-held radio units, Satellite phone, tracking equipment, 2 CARIBE C-16 zodiac tenders, each one for 16 passengers, one 25-person life raft, and one 10-person life raft. Security equipment: Smoke detectors, sprinklers throughout the vessel, automatic CO2 tank for kitchen and engine room.
- Decks: 3
Accommodations:
- Capacity: 16 passengers
- Cabins: 8 cabins – 1 master (Odyssey) suite (35 sq. m. / 376 sq. ft.) and 7 standard suites (25 sq. m. / 269 sq. ft.)
- Features: The suites are elegantly decorated and each have a modern, state-of-the-art private bathroom with hot water shower, hairdryer, flat screen TV, mini bar, air conditioning with individual controls, and seating area. For 2018 trips, various of the Galapagos Sea Star Cruise cabins now also offer private balconies for extra comfort and luxury during your holidays!
Facilities:
- Dining room, lounge, bar, reading room with computers, play area for kids during family departures, Jacuzzi, sun deck, small gym, complimentary use of kayaks and snorkeling equipment. (Wetsuits rentals available for $7/day each)
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