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Galapagos Islands - LA PINTA
 Category: Yacht
Class: Deluxe
Duration: 7 nts
Metropolitan Touring has just acquired a new 63-meter (207-foot) yacht, with capacity for 40 guests, for its Galapagos
Islands operation. The yacht is currently on its way to the shipyard for a complete refurbishment. A Swedish firm, experts
in marine architecture, design and decoration, will be in charge of transforming the stylish Yacht LA PINTA into a luxurious expedition vessel –with a touch of European finesse at a world-class level.
Yacht LA PINTA will offer a relaxed yet lavish expedition
atmosphere, with plush outside cabins; the highest standards of
service; the very best international cuisine plus celebrated
Ecuadorian dishes, and all the amenities that make the Galapagos
Expedition a trip of a lifetime.
CABINS:
24 outside cabins, all similar, on the same deck. Approximate size is 15 square meters (162 sq. feet).
BOAT DESCRIPTION:
Number of Passengers: 40
Length: 63 meters (207 feet)
Beam: 12 meters (39.37 feet)
Speed: 12-14 knots
Built: 1983
Last Refurbishment: 2007
Crew: 25 plus M.D. Officer
Day(s) of Departure: Friday
Sea Kayaks: no
Snorkelling Equipment:
Occasional Diving:
Wet Suits:
Other Notes: The boat owner's web site
ITINERARY
Friday - Arrive Baltra / North Seymour
Saturday - Fernandina: Punta Espinosa / Isabela: Punta Moreno
Sunday - Floreana: Punta Cormorant / Champion / Post Office Bay
Monday - Santa Cruz: Highlands and Charles Darwin Research Station
Tuesday - San Cristobal: Cerro Brujo and La Galapaguera
Wednesday - Bartolome / Santiago: Puerto Egas
Thursday - Rabida / Santa Cruz: Cerro Dragon
Friday - Depart Baltra
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Low Season |
High Season |
| 2008 |
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All Cabins |
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4,392 |
Fuel surcharge
(starting June 01/08 |
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203 |
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Low Season |
High Season |
| 2009 |
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Twin Cabins |
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4,656 |
Single Cabins |
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6,984 |
Fuel surcharge
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203 |
Rates are per person, in US$
Add US$ 100 per person during peak season: (2008) April 02-08 and December 19-January 04
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
- all meals
- transfers in the islands
- use of snorkelling equipment
- all shore excursions with an English speaking naturalist guide.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED:
- US$ 100 Galapagos National Park entrance fee
- airfare from mainland Ecuador
- beverages
- gratuities
- cancellation/medical insurance
- accommodations and services on mainland Ecuador.
PRE & POST TOUR OPTIONS
We can assist with more than just cruise arrangements, for hotels and tours on mainland Ecuador check out our tour options or ask us to customize a tour.
Rates and cruise itinerary are subject to change
The following images are artist's rendering
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