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), Española Islands & Charles Darwin Station.
From:
US$ 2100
Luxury Yachts
WildAid Passion Yacht
Originally built as a private luxury yacht, the WildAid Passion motor yacht (M/Y) has been completely refurbished while retaining many of its original elegant features, such as its rose-colored marble bathrooms and teakwood decks that make the vessel one of a kind. A vessel of great character, she now offers her guests a sense of refinement and exclusivity while providing all of the modern passenger comforts.
WildAid Passion Motor Yacht is the largest charter yacht in the Galapagos, boasting 48.5 meters in length (159 feet) spread over four decks, which means there’s an exceptional amount of space for her 12 passengers. The yacht possesses ample interior and exterior social areas, a panoramic sky lounge with bar and sliding glass doors, separate dining room and wonderfully spacious decks with a further secluded sundeck with lounge chairs and a Jacuzzi – all beautifully set off by the more than 200 square meters of fine teak decking.
All six cabins on board are fully air-conditioned and incredibly spacious. The two (2) VIP cabins not only feature king-size beds and their own en-suite restrooms (with his and her bathrooms), but each has a private lounge area as well. Meanwhile, all of the four (4) ample ocean-facing state cabins have their own private bathrooms as well – each with a tub and shower.
All six cabins are fully air-conditioned, incredibly spacious, and come with a hairdryer, high-definition TV, 110/220 volts outlets, and a USB charger.
With a 1:1 service ratio (one crewmember per guest), the M/Y Passion ensures a service second to none, while the first-class galley produces gourmet cuisine that meets international standards. When chartered, the chef will tailor each meal based on the passengers’ requests. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner can be served al fresco in the exterior dining area (if the weather allows) to enjoy the amazing views of the Galapagos Islands, where the sunsets and moonrises are stunning.
To fully discover the living laboratory of the Galapagos Islands, the M/Y Passion’s expert naturalist guide will lead you on daily land excursions and brief you every evening about the adventure planned for the following day.
Special occasions are taken to an entirely new level, as the yacht’s crew members are experts in hospitality and party planning. They can make a birthday, an anniversary or a family reunion the most memorable of a lifetime.
Boat Itineraries
- 8 days Cruise Itinerary 'Eastern'
- 8 days Cruise Itineary 'Western'
- 5 days Cruise Itinerary 'Eastern'
- 4 days Cruise 'Eastern'
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 - Gardner Bay - Suarez PointAMGardner Bay
Española Island: Gardner BayGardner Bay has a magnificent beach with turquoise waters. The bay is home of a large colony of sea lions.
PMSuarez PointEspañola Island: Suárez PointSuarez Point is one of the most outstanding wildlife areas of the archipelago.
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.
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 - 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 - Asilo de la Paz - FloreanaAMPlaya Negra
Marchena Island: Playa NegraPlaya Negra offers another excellent opportunity to snorkel or kayak.
Asilo de la PazFloreana Island: Asilo de la PazA hill in the agricultural area of the island. The main attractions are of an historic type.
PMFloreanaNavigation: 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.
Buccaneer CoveSantiago Island: Buccaneer CoveBuccaneer Cove is a testament to the fact that Santiago was once a refuge for British buccaneers.
PMEspumilla 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 - 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.
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 - 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 3 - Gardner Bay - Suarez PointAMGardner Bay
Española Island: Gardner BayGardner Bay has a magnificent beach with turquoise waters. The bay is home of a large colony of sea lions.
PMSuarez PointEspañola Island: Suárez PointSuarez Point is one of the most outstanding wildlife areas of the archipelago.
Day 4 - 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: 159 ft. / 48.5 m
- Year Built: 1973
- Sleeping Guests: 12
- Cruising Speeds: 10 knots / 18.5 km/h
- Engines: 2x MTU 1,050hp each
- Crew: 11 Crew Members + Certified Naturalist Guide
Accommodations:
- Two (2) VIP cabins, each complete with their own private bathroom and a private lounge area Four (4) ample state cabins, each with its own private bathroom – including bathtub with shower
- All six cabins on board are fully air-conditioned, incredibly spacious, and feature hair dryers, High Definition TV, 110-220 volt outlets, and USB chargers
Facilities:
- Ample social areas,
- A panoramic sky lounge and bar (bridge deck),
- A dining room
- Immense sun decks, as well as a
- Secluded sun deck with a
- Jacuzzi and lounge chairs on the top deck
- BBQ area
- Light Laundry Service
- Bartender
- Massages (upon request)
- Kayaks
- Wet Suits
- Snorkeling gear
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