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The M/C Anahi is a Power Catamaran Yacht, built in Guayaquil, Ecuador, launched by the end of 2006 with high comfort standards. With unparalleled stability, your cruise is guaranteed to be a restful and relaxed one.
The accommodation for sixteen voyagers is distributed amongst six 14m2 twin cabins on the main deck (2 transformable to double bed), and two 25m2 suite cabins on the upper deck. Every cabin includes large windows - portrait type - with a view to the ocean, beautiful wooden floor and cosy private facilities with hot/cold water shower, locker, closet and air conditioning.
Additionally, on the main deck, the yacht offers ample resting areas, library, TV-DVD room, comfortable dining room and lounge. On the upper deck, the yacht features a charming bar and an excellent area for relaxation, together with a Jacuzzi for six people. On top of the bar area we find the ample sundeck with resting chairs for eight people.
You will be attended by a Charming, helpful and experienced Crew of 8 well- trained staff members. We also provide a First Class Galapagos National Park Guide who fluently speaks English and Spanish. Guides on other languages such as German, Italian, French, are also available under request and for charter departures of the ship.
Enjoy Galapagos at the most with the First Class Yacht Catamaran Anahi!
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DAY |
ISLAND | PLACES |
| TUE | San Cristobal |
AM: Baltra Airport PM: Interpretation Center - Tijeras Hill |
| WED |
Española |
AM: Suarez Point PM: Gardner Bay |
| THU |
Floreana |
AM: Cormorant Point - Devil's Crown PM: Post Office Bay |
| FRI |
Santa Cruz |
AM: Charles Darwin Station PM: Highlands |
| SAT | Isabela |
AM: Sierra Negra Volcano PM: Wetlands - Turtles Breeding Center |
| SUN | Isabela |
AM: Moreno Point PM: Elizabeth Bay |
| MON | Isabela |
AM: Tagus Cove PM: Urbina Bay |
| TUE |
Fernandina Isabela |
AM: Espinosa Point PM: Vicente Roca Point |
| WED |
Santiago Rabida |
AM: Egas Port PM: Rabida Island |
| THU |
Santiago Bartolome |
AM: Chinese Hat PM: Bartolome Island |
| FRI | North Seymour |
AM: North Seymour PM: Baltra Airport |
San Cristobal Island: Interpretation Center, Tijeretas Hill
Flying from Quito or Guayaquil, you will arrive at around midday (local time) to San Cristobal where you will be greeted at the lobby by our guide, who will be waiting to take us to the Yacht Anahi. At about 2 p.m. you will disembark and start our walking tour to visit the Interpretation Center of San Cristobal. The interpretation center gives us a great introduction to the islands, from the natural and human history, to the actual efforts taken by the National Park and marine reserve to protect the fragile environment. We then walk up to the place known as Frigate Bird Hill. Once there, visitors are treated to a spectacular view of the white beaches and the amazing Kicker Rock formation emerging from the Pacific Ocean, and the roofs of the houses of Puerto Baquerizo. The hill is often visited by Frigate birds who nest here in certain times of the year, thus giving it its name. From the hill we descend towards the small cove known as Punta Carola, a place where we find a colony of cute sea lions. A great spectacle! We then return to the yacht for dinner and in the evening (if desired) you can go to town for a walk and perhaps a drink at one of the local bars.
Española Island: Punta Suarez & Gardner Bay
We will be arrive to Española Island, also known as Hood Island after Viscount Samuel Hood. The island is slowly becoming a rocky, barren land with little or no vegetation, with sand and soft shingle beaches which attracts a healthy number of Galapagos Sea Lions. We will visit in the morning and after breakfast we will be visiting Punta Suárez, a destination of great interest due of its abundance of bird-life. This island also has its own species of animals, such as the Española Mockingbird, which has a distinctive longer and more curved beak than variations in other islands; the Española lava lizard; the Marine Iguana of the subspecies venustissimus, which has red markings on its back; among others. We can also observe Swallow-tailed Gulls and other tropical birds that live in the rocky slopes. Amongst the most interesting attractions we find the Waved Albatross, where almost the entire world population arrives to breed here from March to January, and the mating dances of the funny Blue-footed Boobies. There are hundreds of masked Boobies, colonies of sea lions, huge colonies of marine iguanas, and different species of birds. We’ll return to the yacht for lunch and after a short rest we begin our afternoon visit to Bahía Gardner which has a lovely beach, excellent for swimming and snorkeling. Here we also find a big colony of playful sea lions and with luck we can observe Galapagos hawks and the local species of snakes, while almost certainly Darwin finches, mocking birds and sea turtles.
Floreana Island: Punta Cormorant, Devils Crown & Post Office Bay
Floreana Island was named after Juan José Flores, the first president of Ecuador during whose administration the government of Ecuador took possession of the archipelago. In the morning we will go to Punta Cormorant, a site which probably offers the largest and best flamingo lagoon in the Galapagos. It is situated between two “tuff” type cones that give the area a special atmosphere. There are various species of shorebirds to be seen besides flamingos, the most frequent being stilts, white-checked pintail ducks and other migratory birds. This is a unique zone due to the high percentage of endemic plant life. We can also snorkel from the beach around the area. Here you can observe reefs, sea lions, reef fish, hammerhead sharks, and several other species of fish. We’ll return for lunch to the yacht, followed by a short navigation and rest period. Our afternoon visit will be to the famous Post Office Bay, which historically served as a letter exchange station through the use of a wooden barrel that was placed in the 18th century by the crew of a whaling ship. Both Sailors and tourists have used this rudimentary system to exchange correspondence to every corner of the world! The idea is to carry letters or postcards to their destination by hand, thus creating a very special “Postal Service” apart from being the Post Office location this site was also the landing area for some of the first colonists. Later on we will visit the place known as “Asilo de La Paz” (Haven of Peace), known for its bizarre history as one of the first occupied spaces of the islands by a German family with the last name of Wittmer. After exploring the caves where this family used to live, we will return to our yacht to begin our navigation towards the port of Puerto Ayora, the biggest town in Galapagos. With luck, we can spot herds of dolphins during our navigation, as well as sea rays and marine turtles.
Santa Criz Island: Charles Darwin Research Station & Highlands
Charles Darwin Research Station & Giant Galapagos Turtles
We start with a walk in the Galapagos National Park “Fausto Llerena” turtle breeding and Interpretation Center where we can learn about the work done to maintain the species of this unique animal. It is very important not to bother, touch or feed these beautiful animals. The area also contains several species of birds including the famous Darwin finches, the rare “Pájaro Brujo” a beautiful red colored bird, and many more. Breakfast.
Highlands
Santa Cruz Highlands up to a private farm where you will enjoy your first visit to the Galapagos Islands. Our guide will take you for a nice walk among the beautiful trees of the forest including ferns and sedges, miconias, etc. Here you will be amazed with the giant tortoises that roam freely in the farm, their natural habitat. The Tortoises are very shy, and will typically withdraw into their shells as soon as they see you coming close. It is very important not to bother, touch or feed these beautiful animals. The area also contains several species of birds including the famous Darwin finches, the rare “Pájaro Brujo” (Wizard Bird) with it’s beautiful red coloration, and many more. At this place we also find a simple but nice structure where you can rest and buy drinks, beers or a try delicious local fruit juices and snacks. Later on you’ll head to one of the many lava tunnels existing in the area. Here you enjoy of a short hike into the tunnel, where one can admire the amazing results of powerful volcanic eruptions occurred some 5 million years ago that shaped the islands we know now. We’ll head back to Puerto Ayora and to the yacht after this visit point, and at 7 p.m. you will have the official welcome drink followed by dinner.
Isabela Island: Puerto Villamil & Sierra Negra Volcano
Puerto Villamil
Isabela Island is the largest and youngest islands in the Galapagos archipelago Tintoreras: we start our first visit to the islets known as Las Tintoreras. Puerto Villamil has a small bay of completely calm turquoise waters, where you can appreciate sea lions, sea turtles, marine iguanas, rays and many more species of Oceanside fauna and flora. The bay is connected to a shallow crevice of crystal clear water which closes when the tide is low, and is a favorite resting spot for sharks and fish life. Most of the trail in this visit point is “Ah Ah” Type Lava, except for a white sand beach and a black stone beach. The first beach we will encounter is popular with sea lions that are found sleeping peacefully, as well as marine iguanas that nest in the area. You can also see some Nolana galapageia plants, a rare endemic plant in the area not common in Ecuador, since this species is typical of continental coastal zones and belongs to a genus whose distribution is restricted to Chile and Peru. The second beach is entirely surrounded by button mangrove (Conocarpus erecta) and white mangrove (Laguncularia racemosa). Throughout the trail you can see many marine iguanas in the rocks or under the mangroves. Las Tintoreras is one of the few places where the iguanas breed successfully because of the absence of non-native animals that could kill the new born reptiles. Various parts of Las Tintoreras are ideal for nesting marine iguanas. During nesting season be very careful when exploring the area. Reef sharks (here known as Tintoreras) have nocturnal feeding habits and certain individuals remain inside the crevice and marine ponds during the day to rest. For this reason, you are not allowed to swim in this place. We’ll head back to the yacht for lunch and relaxing.
Sierra Negra Volcano
Sierra Negra is a large shield-type volcano located at the South eastern end of Isabela Island and it rises to an altitude of 1124m. After another 2 hour hike from the rim of the Sierra Negra crater, the area known as Volcan Chico is located, an interesting sight where it is possible to observe some fumes, and explore this Martian-like landscape. From here we can also observe the faraway volcanoes of Isabela Island. This last visit is recommended for those tourists with good physical conditions.
Isabela Island: Moreno Point & Elizabeth Bay
Moreno Point
Punta Moreno is located on the north coast of Isabela Island between the volcanos Sierra Negra and Cerro Azul. The distance of the trail is about 2100 meters and runs along a lava flow of “Pahohoe” type lava (solidified lava in the form of corrugated cardboard or an accordion) into a complex of coastal lagoons. The vegetation found in the area is small and concentrated mainly in the mangrove area and around the lakes. Here we also find a panoramic view of the three most active volcanos of the Galapagos
Elizabeth Bay
Since there is no landing point at Elizabeth bay, this excursion is carried out in a zodiac. The ride starts with a visit to the Marielas islets where we find the largest and most important penguin colony of the Galapagos Islands. The excursion continues into the cove that is surrounded by red mangroves where you can admire their red roots and green leafs. It is here that you are able to observe sea turtles, flightless cormorants, spotted eagle rays, golden rays, brown pelicans, and sea lions. Frequently visitors have been able to see Galapagos hawks soaring overhead while schools of Pompano and Dorado fish swim below. This site is really amazing due to the high quantity of land and marine wildlife as well as the unique and beautiful landscapes.
Isabela Island: Urbina Bay & Tagus Cove
Urbina Bay
This walking visitor site is located at the east base of the Alcedo volcano. The trail has an approximate distance of 3200m, and starts on the beach where a wet landing is made, and runs through sand, rock, lava, coral and vegetable formations in a coastal area. This area is considered amongst the best showcases of the geological formations of the islands as many aspects of the creation of the archipelago can be seen. The waters of the bay are a good place to see turtles and rays, as well as head into a short trail leading to a coral reef above the surface of the water, evidence of uplift from the sea which occurred in 1954. From here it is easy to reach the Alcedo and Darwin volcanoes. Here you can see large, colored land iguanas, as well as giant Galapagos turtles, flightless cormorants, blue-footed boobies, Galapagos penguins, pelicans, and marine iguanas.
Tagus Cove
A tour along the cliffs in a zodiac will give the visitors a good chance to see the Galapagos penguin, the flightless cormorant and other sea birds. From the landing dock a 30-minute hike along the trail up to the top of the cliff takes you to a viewpoint of Darwin Lake, an uplifted ultra-saline lake. You can also see several volcanoes from this location. The route of the trail is about 1800 meters, and was considered a favorite spot for pirates and whalers, a tradition continued with the names of boats and ports. At the start of the walk, we find a small cave where we find inscriptions dating to the 1800s. The trail is mostly gravel, and leads into the interior of the island along Darwin Lake. During the walk, you can see various land birds and identify the characteristic vegetation of the arid zone. Finally, we observe the lava fields of Darwin Volcano. Darwin Lake rests upon a “tuff” type cone, contains saltwater and its depth is approximately 9m. It has no fish and few forms of life due to its high salinity. Explosive volcanic eruptions must have occurred at the site, as the substrate has a large amount of volcanic rocks of different sizes, among the most common are little balls of nearly perfect spherical shape known as the "lapilli" or petrified rain.
Fernandina Island: Espinoza Point & Isabela Island: Vicente Roca Point
Espinosa Point
Punta Espinoza is a place famous for its large colonies of marine iguanas and as the habitat of unique species like the flightless cormorant, Galapagos penguin, Galapagos hawk, Galapagos snake, among others, as well as an ideal place to observe the lava cactus (Brachycerus nesioticus), which grows on young lava and can survive with little water. in 1989 the last two land iguanas that inhabited this area died of starvation, and it is believed that these two animals came down from the flanks of the volcano, where they are numerous.
Vicente Roca Point
Locals believe that Isabela Island has the shape of a sea horse, where is Punta Vicente Roca is located at the mouth of the animal. Here the remains of an ancient volcano form two turquoise coves with a well protected bay from the ocean swells. From here, we take panga rides along the cliff to observe the remains of the volcano or explore a partially sunken cave at the water’s edge. Masked and blue-footed boobies sit perched along the point and the sheer cliffs, while flightless cormorants inhabit the shoreline. The upwelling of cold-water currents in this part of the Galapagos, give rise to an abundance of marine life which, in combination with the protection of the coves, make Punta Vicente Roca one of the archipelago’s most coveted diving spots One cove is only accessible from the sea by way of an underwater passage. The passage opens to calm waters of the hidden cove where sea lions like to lay on the beach after having traveled along the underwater route.
Santiago Island & Rábida Island
Puerto Egas
The visitor site Port Egas is a black sand beach located on the west side of James Bay, northwest of Santiago Island. South of the beach is Sugarloaf Volcano, which has deposits of volcanic tuff, the same that has favored the formation of the black sand beaches across the archipelago. This site is called Puerto Egas, after Mr. Hector Egas who attempted to exploit salt here and failed due to the price of salt in other areas of the country. The walk along the rugged shoreline, especially at low tide, will allow us to observe many marine species as Iguanas bask on the rocks and sea lions laying in the tide pools. At the end of the trail there is a series of grottoes or sea caves where fur seals and night herons are regularly found resting on the shady ledges. For many, this is the only opportunity to see the Galapagos fur seal, once thought to be on the verge of extinction. Special Indications: It is not permitted to go down into the crater of the salt mine. Lagoon birds nest there and resent any intrusion. The Sugar Loaf is not a visiting area as there are dangers of falls.
Rabida Island
Rabida Island is unique because the red color of the rocks and sand. The volcanic material in this island is very porous and external factors such as rain, salt water, and sea breeze have acted as an oxidizing agent. The visitor site is located on the east coast of Rabida Island, consisting of a red sand beach, a coastal lagoon behind the beach, and a loop trail. The approximate distance of the trail is 1.1 kilometers. A short walk along a trail will lead you to the lagoon to observe the beautiful land birds such as finches, doves, yellow warblers, and mocking birds. This lagoon is also a colony of Flamingos. The red sand beach, along with the animals, lagoons and vegetation make this a great visit spot.
Santiago Island : Chinese Hat & Bartolome Island
Chinese hat
This small islet is located near the south-east coast of Santiago, and has been nicknamed according to it’s unsual shape akin to a Chinese Hat when seen from afar. Through observation and study of the island, it has been concluded that the lava flows near to its shoreline were formed under the sea and have been raised upward, which is why coral heads are found on the lava. This visit provides an excellent opportunity for the interpretation of geological features such as lava tubes and lava flows. The landscape is covered by sea lion colonies, marine iguanas, and Galapagos penguins. The trail is 700 m (round trip) and the minimum time it takes this trek is half an hour at a moderate pace. Special Indications: It is prohibited to climb to the summit. Lava flows from this island are extremely fragile and easily eroded. Sombrero Chino is separated from Santiago Island by a small channel of turquoise waters. The adjacent lava flow on Santiago Island, is not visiting area. It is very nice to snorkel near the Shore of Santiago Island, where there are a variety of marine species.
Bartolome Island
Bartolome is one of the most famous points in the Galapagos, located across from Sullivan Bay off James Island. The first of the two main visitor sites provide the possibility to climb to the summit of the island, from where visitors can observe a variety of volcanic formations including lava bombs, spatter and cinder cones, lava flows, and lava tubes. The moon like landscape provides one of the most scenic panoramas in the archipelago. At the second site, visitors have the chance to relax on a beautiful beach, which offers great snorkeling opportunities. Multi –colored fish and occasionally penguins and sea turtles have been seen at the base of the tall pinnacle rock, which dominates Bartolome’s landscape. At a short walk across to Bartolome´s second beach, in which swimming is strictly prohibited, visitors can see white-tipped reef sharks swimming along the shoreline.
North Seymour Island
Seymour is located north of Baltra, where the total distance of the trail is 3.5 km (2 miles). In 1932 and 1933, about 72 land iguanas from Baltra were introduced to North Seymour by Captain Alan Hancock and his crew with the intention that these animals could survive in better conditions than in Baltra, already populated by goats. The iguanas that the crew of Valero III (Hancock's ship) taken from Baltra were undernourished and after the introduction into North Seymour in 1934 it was discovered that the iguanas had colonized the island without problems. Later, during the Second World War when the United States occupied Baltra to install a military base, the land iguanas disappeared slowly as their habitat was altered for the construction of runways and barracks for soldiers and the invasive presence of goats, dogs and cats. By the end of 2008, 600 iguanas have been accounted for on North Seymour, of which 400 have been repatriated and 200 were born in the wild. In contrast, on Baltra Island, the population has surpassed the 1,500 samplings. The main vegetation bushy and low, hosting the largest nesting colony of Great Frigate birds in Galapagos.
After this morning excursion you will be taken to the airport for your flight to the mainland.
Important: Itineraries are unlikely to change significantly but are subject to change. Weather, wildlife breeding, safety concerns, instructions from the Galapagos National Park, specific abilities and interests of passengers as well as operational matters may cause your guide or captain to change the time or nature of visits. Your guide and captain will always endeavor to select the best itinerary within these limits.
| Type | Motor Catamaran |
| Category | First Class |
| Year | 2006 |
| Lenght | 90.50 ft / 27.60 m |
| Beam | 36.08 ft / 11 m |
| Capacity | 18 passengers (Authorization navigation : 16 passengers) |
| Main Engines | 2 x John Deere IMO 300 HP each |
| Electric System | 2 x 50 kw generators (IMO) (110v and 220v. AC) |
| Speed | 10 knots |
| Water Capacity | 3000 gal. plus water maker with capacity of 1000 gl/ day |
| Diesel Capacity | 200 gallons |
| Material Construction | Glass fiber |
| Interiors | Wooden flooring |
| Exterior | Teakwood flooring |
| Crew | 9 + 1 Naturalist bilingual guide |
| Navegation and Safety Equipment |
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| Accomodation | 16 passengers in 6 twin bed cabins on main deck and and 2 suits on upper deck |
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