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The pride of Galapagos, Queen Beatriz, is a 16-passenger motor catamaran built in 2018 with high technology. Its nine air-conditioned cabins all boast ocean views and private bathrooms to enjoy of the wonderful landscape. There are four spacious deluxe cabins with private balconies and three standard cabins. Elsewhere on the ship, passengers can enjoy the jacuzzi, dining room and bar.
Balcony Suites:
- 4 cabins
- 2 Queen and 2 twin / convertible King
- Picture windows
- Private balcony
- Located on the upper deck
- Average cabin area 20m2.
- Bathroom 3.20m2
Standard Cabins
- 5 cabins
- 2 Queen, 2 twin/convertible King
- Picture windows
- Located on the main deck
- Average cabin area 20m2
- Bathroom 3.5m2
Social Areas
- Reception
- Dining Area
- Bar
- Lounge
- Shaded Terrace
- Sun Deck
Hot Tub
Dining Area
Relax Area
One of the best cruises in the Galapagos Islands for adults who travel with their families, very comfortable to carry babies on board.
| DAY | ISLAND | PLACES |
| WED |
Santa Cruz |
AM: Baltra Airport PM: Highlands |
| THU |
North Seymour Mosquera |
AM: North Seymour Island PM: Mosquera Islet |
| FRI | Santa Cruz |
AM: Black Turtle Cove PM: Dragon Hill |
| SAT |
Rabida Chinese Hat |
AM: Rabida Island PM: Chinese Hat |
| SUN | Santa Cruz |
AM: Bachas Beach PM: Carrion Point |
| MON | Isabela |
AM: Tintoreras PM: Breding Center - Wall of Tears |
| TUE | Floreana |
AM: Cormorant Point PM: Devil´s Crown & Post Office Bay |
| WED | Santa Cruz |
AM: Charles Darwin Station PM: Baltra Airport |
Morning flight from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra (Galapagos).
SANTA CRUZ ISLAND: HIGHLANDS
Assistance will be provided for when you arrive at the airport by one of our representatives after you have landed. You arrive at Isla San Cristobal in the morning. After passing through the immigration and baggage claim you will be greeted by the staff and transferred to the yacht. You will be shown your cabin, where you will have a time for lunch, before a welcome conference.
In the afternoon we may have the opportunity to visit the " Highlands " and see giant land tortoises in the wild.
NORTH SEYMOUR ISLAND AND MOSQUERA ISLET
Set sail for " North Seymour ", just north of Baltra, home to sea lions, marine iguanas, swallow-tailed gulls, magnificent frigate birds and blue-footed boobies. Seymour Island is probably the most exciting island photographically. Bird life abounds, and close to the trail you will find many nesting pairs and young chicks. Seymour is also home to the Galapagos’s largest colony of Magnificent Frigate Birds. Their mating ritual is an ostentatious display: males expand the red sack at the base of their throat and perch atop a bush with wings fully extended, flapping furiously. Interested females circle overhead, and if so inclined, may join the male on terra firma. Further along the trail we can observe a colony of sea lions.
Afternoon excursion to " Mosquera Island " to stroll on the beach and see the vast sea lion colonies.
SANTA CRUZ ISLAND: BLACK TURTLE COVE AND DRAGON HLL
In the morning we take an excursion by "panga" to " Black Turtle Cove ", to witness the extensive mangrove system and interesting waterway canals. Sea Turtles and different species of rays can often be seen in this cove, offering a peaceful and fascinating glimpse into the diversity of the area.
Visit " Dragón Hill " in the afternoon on the west coast of Santa Cruz Island, to see land iguanas and a salt water lagoon frequented by flamingoes and other species of birds.
RABIDA ISLAND AND SANTIAGO ISLAND: CHINESE HAT
In the morning we will make our way to " Rabida Island ", where we land on a red sand beach. From here a short trail leads to a salt water lagoon, often home to wading flamingos. Another trail goes past the lagoon to the interior, where the revered palo santo trees grow. When burned, the branches of this tree give off a pleasing aroma and ward off mosquitoes. Back on the beach among low-lying bushes nest the prehistoric-looking pelicans. This is the best area for close viewing of these nesting birds, and it's a rare treat to watch parent pelicans return with gullets full of fish for the squawking youngsters.
In the afternoon the boat arrives to a small little island off the southern tip of Santiago called " Chinese Hat ", for it's unique shape. Here it is often possible to see Galapagos penguins and the marine life is fantastic for snorkelling. There is also a large sea lion colony here as well as many marine iguanas that can be seen on our guided walk amongst the volcanic scenery, with good views to the cone of the island's volcano.
SANTA CRUZ: BACHAS BEACH AND CARRION POINT
This morning we make a brief visit to " Bachas Beach " for one last look at frigate birds, blue-footed boobies and sea lions.
In the afternnoon we will visit "Punta Carrión" is a small calm bay located near the entrance of the Strait of Itabaca ideal for snorkeling.
ISABELA: TINTORERAS - BREEDING CENTER - WALL OF TEARS
Today you will wake up on the South Coast of Isabela Island, the largest of the Galapagos Archipelago. Isabela was formed by five giant volcanic craters, all of which are still considered active. The island is located in one of the youngest geological areas in the world, having been formed less than 1 million years ago.
This southern coast of turquoise blue waters has the largest area of beaches in the Galapagos. You will visit Las Tintoreras, where from the viewing walkway you can look down into this narrow channel to see a colony of white-tipped reef sharks swimming and sleeping, and the occasional playful sea lion among them!
Blue-footed boobies and penguins, marine iguanas and crabs also make their home here, and the waters provide further opportunities to swim with turtles. Here you will also visit the Giant Tortoise breeding center and the Wall of Tears, constructed from lava by prisoners of the penal colony here between 1946 and 1959 as punishment. Please note there's a US$20 fee to be paid upon entering Isabela Island.
FLOREANA: CORMORANT POINT AND DEVIL`S CROWN - POST OFFICE BAY
Reach Floreana Island in the morning. The history of Floreana Island (also called Charles) has gradually evolved to reach near mythic proportions. The story begins when a baroness and her two lovers, a German doctor and his mistress, and a German couple and their young son all came to settle on this land. Their dalliances and disasters, shrouded in mystery, were chronicled in John Treherne’s book The Galapagos Affair. Descendants of the German family, the Wittmers, still live on the island in the small community of Puerto Velasco Ibarra. Mrs. Margaret Wittmer has also written a booked entitled "Floreana" and this can be purchased at the airport in Baltra or at a local bookstore.
In the morning we land at " Punta Cormorant ", on the northern part of Floreana. The landing is on a beach of green sand, colored by olivine crystals, volcanic-derived silicates of magnesium and iron. The trail leads to a lake normally inhabited by flamingos and other shore birds and continues to a beach of fine white sand particles known as “Flour Beach”, an important nesting site for turtles.
In the afternoon " Devil's Crown " derives its name from the broken remains of a partially submerged volcanic cone. This is a perfect spot to go snorkeling from the boat, as the waters are home to a multitude of colourful fish and sea lions. Please make sure you are a comfortable swimmer, however, as despite the protection from the open sea provided by the "crown," the water here can be rough and the currents strong.
" Post Office Bay " has an older and less mysterious history. A barrel was placed here in the late 18th century by English whaling vessels to be used as a post office. Passing ships would stop to leave mail for loved ones, collecting at the same time any mail destined for ports on their itineraries. Today the box is used mainly by tourists, who may drop off and pick up unstamped letters to be carried to far destinations. The remains of a Norwegian canning factory are the only evidence of the Island’s history prior to its designation as a protected area. A short hike up past the post barrel takes you to an interesting lava cave. With the aid of a flashlight, you can descend about 80 m (262 ft) to the point where the sea enters the cave.
SANTA CRUZ: CHARLES DARWIN STATION
In the morning we arrive in Puerto Ayora, on Santa Cruz Island. Santa Cruz is the second largest in the island group, and has the largest population, with Puerto Ayora as its main town. It also boasts the most varied of the islands’ vegetation zones: coastal, transition, scalesia, miconia and pampa. " The Charles Darwin Research Station " is a 10 minute walk from the centre of the town. Here, an exhibition centre displays photos of recent volcanic eruptions, charts outlining geological formations and drawings of the evolutionary development of endemic species. A corral houses adult Galapagos Tortoises, and a nursery cares for young tortoises until they are about three years old, when their shells have hardened enough to resist attack from feral dogs
We then sail to Baltra Island and transfer to the airport for our flight to Quito.
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.
| Name | M/Y Grand Queen Beatriz |
| Category | First Class |
| Capacity | 16 passegers on board |
| Cabin Sizes | 24.75mts2 |
| Bath Size | 3.78mts2 |
| Balcony Size | 1x4 mts |
| Hull Type | Naval Steel |
| Length | 30.20m |
| Life Boats | 2 each of them carry 15 pax |
| Life Jackets | 20 life jackets type 1 and 16 for the zodiacs plus 4 for kids |
| Crew | Capitain, Cook, 5 sailors and 1 Bilingual Naturalist Guide |
| Speed | 12 Knots |
| Accomodation |
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| Beds | Lower |
| Beds Sizes | Queen Size - Twinn Size - King Size converted |
| Amenities | A/C, hot water, private facilities |
| Snorkeling Equipment | 25 sets of Snorkeling equipment including fins in different sizes |
| Wet - Suits | 25 for adults |
| Voltage and Plugs | 110V in cabins |
| Boat Layout | 3 levels |
| Year Built | 2018 |
| Next Maintenance | 2020 |
| Special Amenities | Snorkeling equipment, wetsuits, all meals/snacks, coffee,water, hairdryers and beach towels included in price. |
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