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The new M/Y Coral II will be a modern yacht with capacity for 20 passengers. The ample lounge with a classic marine decoration; large windows that allow our guests to have an amusing panoramic view of the islands and its wildlife; comfortable lounge couches to read, sleep or relax, give a different ambience and environment to live Charles' Darwin paradise.
M/Y Coral II will have 10 spacious cabins divided in three decks, 4 junior cabins on the sky deck, one on the earth deck, 4 Moon Cabins on Sea Deck and one Standard on Sea Deck. Sky Deck will be shorten, to let the sun pass to the Jacuzzi, adding stairs to go up to the sun terrace. This terrace is a new area located on the top deck, ideal for star gazing at night or sunbathing by day.
Moon Suites: These cabins have the best location on the yacht, direct access to the outside deck, and more space, comfort and privacy. Their twin beds can be put together or separated. They have windows rather than portholes.
Superior Cabins: Teak finished in a "cosy style with a spacious feeling". They have portholes and twin beds that can be put together.
| DAY | ISLANDS | PLACES |
| SUN | Santa Cruz |
AM: Baltra Airport PM: Charles Darwin Staion / Fausto Llerena Breeding Center |
| MON |
Santa Cruz Bartolome |
AM: Dragon Hill PM: Bartolome Island |
| THU |
Rábida Santiago |
AM: Rábida Island PM: Buccaneers Cove / Espumilla Beach |
| WED |
Santa Cruz Baltra |
AM: Black Turtle Cove PM: Aeropuerto de Baltra |
Morning flight from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra (Galapagos).
CHARLES DARWIN STATION AND FAUSTO LLERENA BREEDING CENTER
Departure from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra Island (approx. 2½-hour flight). Arriving in the Galapagos, passengers are picked up at the airport by our naturist guides and taken on a ten-minute bus drive to the pier to board the M/Y Coral I or M/Y Coral II.
Dry landing. Visit to " The Galapagos giant tortoises breeding program ", where the famous Lonesome George (last surviving specimen of Pinta Island) lived for decades. The center is conducted by the Galapagos National Park (GNP) staff with the collaboration of scientists from the Charles Darwin Station (CDS). Here, eggs taken from Pinzon, Santiago and Santa Cruz Islands hatch without the danger of introduced species. After artificial incubation; the “galapaguitos” (newborn tortoises) are reared until the age of 5, when they are released in their native habitats, having the capabilities to survive alone. Since the 70s, more than 2000 specimens have returned to their own islands. In addition, the Darwin Station works in several scientific projects, botanical research, providing environmental education to communities, schools within the Islands and tourists. If there is enough time, it is possible to visit Puerto Ayora.
DRAGON HILL AND BARTOLOME ISLAND
Walk by a brackish lagoon to see flamingos. The trail leads across a typical dry zone vegetation. Keeping up until " Dragon Hill ", there will be an important nesting ground for endemic land iguanas, offering lovely views of the anchored boats and neighboring islands. The forest is home to mockingbirds, Darwin’s finches, yellow warblers, and Galapagos doves.
Dry or wet landing in " Bartololme Island ". We discover a fascinating landscape formed by different volcanic parasitic cones —lava bombs, spatter, cinder cones — that resembles the moon. Going up to the summit there will be an impressive views of the surrounding islands, including the eroded tuff cone Pinnacle Rock. We also encounter marine iguanas, lava lizards, and blue-footed boobies.
Beach time is a great opportunity to do snorkeling and see the famous Galapagos Penguins, sea turtles and White-tipped Reef Sharks among a great variety of colorful fish. For many visitors, this may turn out to be the best snorkeling experience. Crystal clear water is the perfect spot to appreciate the incredible marine life it has to offer.
Due to its geographical location, the lack of vegetation is immediately noticeable however, there are pioneer plants including the endemic Tiquilia nesiotica and Chamaesyce (known as sand mat or spurge in English), lava cactus, and Scalesia bushes.
RABIDA ISLAND AND BUCCANEER COVE
Also known as Jervis Island in English, " Rabida " is one of the most diverse in terms of volcanic activity as it lies at the very heart of the archipelago’s volcanic origin. In this deep red beach, surrounded by cliffs and steep slopes of volcanic cinder cones it is usual to find nesting colonies of brown pelicans, as well as, nine species of Darwin finches, fur seals, and Nazca boobies.
Snorkel off the coast, where marine life is particularly active and colorful.
" Buccaneer Cove " is an amazing location, featuring the remains of an eroded shoreline that is home to seabirds, fur seals and the playful sea lions. Its different shapes have been made throughout a process caused by erosion of the waves and the wind. " Espumilla Beach " is a white-sandy beach in James Bay and is a popular place among visitors. There are mangroves and a small palo santo forest that lead to salty-water lagoons that are home to wading birds like flamingos. In the upper dunes are a nesting site for sea turtles. A good place to snorkel to see rays.
SANTA CRUZ: BLACK TURTLE COVE
On the north shore of Santa Cruz Island, accessible only by sea, four species of mangrove crowd form an internal lagoon. Turtles visit the calm waters, peaking their heads above the surface, while the fish and rays circle below. White-tipped reef sharks can be seen beneath the boat, plus seabirds including pelicans, herons, and egrets feed from the cove.
This cove has been declared as a “Turtle Sanctuary.”
Important: Itineraries and activities subject to change without prior notice. Depending on weather conditions and water currents, some wildlife described above may not be visible.
| Category | Luxury Class |
| Built In | Germany |
| Lenght | 30.50mts |
| Speed | 20 Knots |
| Capacity | 20 passengers |
| Crew | 10 crew (2 multilingual naturalists guides) |
| Life Raft | 2 for 8 pax each; 1 unit for 20 pax |
| Classified | ISM-SOLAS |
| Fire Protection Systems | Sprinklers and Smoke Detectors |
| Electricity | 110 volts |
| Safety Equipment |
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