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This first-class, motorized yacht is 35 meters (115 feet) long and is especially designed to sail through these islands. Its common areas and suites have large picture windows to assure you grand vistas of the seascapes as you cruise from destination to destination.
Throughout the expedition, you will dine on fine cuisine. At the end of a day of hiking and snorkeling, you can relax chat with your shipmates about your explorations in one of the spacious social areas. Up on the sundeck, you will have the opportunity to relax with a drink from the bar or soak in the Jacuzzi. As the yacht cruises to the next day’s destination, you’ll rest peacefully in one of the nine double cabins equipped with air conditioning and private bathroom with hot water.
Majestic offers excellent four-, five- and eight-day itineraries. On hand are certified naturalist guides to answer your questions and nine crewmembers to attend to your needs.
| DAY | PLACES |
| MON |
AM: Arrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat |
| TUE |
AM: Santa Fe Island |
| WEN |
AM: Bartholome Island: Bartholome |
| THUE |
AM: Isabela: Tagus Cove |
| FRI |
AM: Fernandina: Espinosa Point |
| SAT |
AM: Santiago: Buccaneer Cove / Espumilla Beach |
| SUN |
AM: Santa Cruz: Bachas Beach |
| MON |
AM:San Cristobal: Interpretation Center |
SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND
In the morning, you will arrive at " San Cristobal Island ". After passing through immigration and baggage claim, you will be met by the Majestic staff and transferred to the yacht. You will be guided to your cabin where you will have some time to settle in before lunch and a welcome briefing.
In the afternoon, you will visit the " Breeding Center Jacinto Gordillo “Galapaguera” Colorado Hill ". It is a new visitor site in the southest part of San Cristobal Island and can now be reached in roughly one hour by road from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. On the trees and shrubs surrounding the site, you may see land birds like warblers, finches and mockingbirds. Giant tortoises can be observed on the trails. They live there wild but in a protected area to ensure their survival by sealing them off from introduced predators like pigs and goats.
SANTA FE AND SOUTH PLAZA ISLANDS
In the morning, you will visit " Santa Fe Island (Barrington) " which is home to a small, picturesque bay also named Santa Fe. The bay has two visitor trails, one leading to a scenic viewpoint atop a cliff, and the other spanning from a small beach to a tall prickly pear cactus forest.
In the afternoon, you will head to " South Plaza Island ". This small island with steep cliffs was formed by rising lava and is now covered by Opuntia cacti. It is also home to one of the largest sea lion colonies as well as colourful yellow and red land iguanas. The most characteristic plant is the Sesuvium. During the rainy season its colour is a greenish to yellowish tone and in the dry season (end of June through January) a bright red.
BARTHOLOME AND EGAS PORT
In the morning, you will head to " Bartholomew Island ", home of the famous Pinnacle Rock. Bartholomew consists of an extinct volcano with a variety of red, orange, black and even green volcanic formations. We will take a trail of stairs to the summit of the volcano (about 30 or 40 minutes) where you will enjoy one of the best views of the islands! You will also visit a small, beautiful beach surrounded by the only vegetation found on this barren island. The beach is perfect for snorkeling where you may even see Galapagos penguins.
In the afternoon, you will go to " Egas Port ", also known as James Bay, on Santiago Island which is home to the curious Galapagos hawks and quick-footed Galapagos lava lizards. The trail leads to the coastline with gorgeous tide pools and grottos full of fauna. Here the Galapagos fur sea lions bathe in the sun. This is also a great snorkeling site.
TAGUS COVE AND URBINA BAY
In the morning, you will visit " Tagus Cove " on Isabela Island which is located across from Fernandina Island, near the Bolivar Channel dividing the two islands. This spot has been frequented by ships since the 1800s, using the area as an anchorage site. Trails winding by Lake Darwin up to a ridge display wonderful views. Punta Tortuga, just north of Tagus Cove, is another lovely beach surrounded by mangroves.
In the afternoon, you will go to " Urbina Bay " which is located at the base of Alcedo Volcano on the west coast between Tagus Cove and Elizabeth Bay. This area experienced a major uplift in 1954 causing the land to rise over 16 feet. The coast expanded half a mile out leaving marine life stranded on the new shore. This area is also a great place for snorkeling.
ISABELA AND FERNANDINA ISLANS
In the morning, crossing the Bolivar Channel that divides Isabela and Fernandina Islands, you will land at " Espinosa Point ", and after walking past a colony of marine iguanas and a group of sea lions, reach the island’s highlight: the flightless cormorant nesting site. This area provides a great opportunity to see the Galapagos hawk.
In the afternoon, visit is at " Vicente Roca Point " Comprised of two separate coves, this site is a large bay with spectacular sea life. Keep an eye out for seahorses, sea turtles, and the strange yet fascinating Mola mola (or sunfish).
SANTIAGO - ESPUMILLA BEACH OR BUCCANEER COVE AND SULLIVAN BAY
In the morning, visit is to " Espumilla Beach " where marine iguanas lounge and the Sally Lightfoot crabs attract the hunting herons performing the dance of predator and prey right before your eyes. Snorkeling is highly recommended as you could find yourself face to face with an octopus, moray eel, shark and a variety of other species of tropical fish.
In the afternoon, visit heads to " Sullivan Bay " located on the southeast part of Santiago. This place is interesting for its geology because the area is covered by lava flows. This place has elevations in form of small volcanoes, formed by the lava flows.
SANTA CRUZ ISLAND
In the morning, you will visit " Bachas Beach ", located on the north shore of Santa Cruz, is a swimming beach. One of the few remnants of the U.S. World War II presence in the Galapagos, a floating pier, can be seen here. You may see flamingos, Sally Lightfoot crabs, hermit crabs, black-necked stilts, and whimbrels. Sea turtles also nest on the beach.
In the afternoon, you will visit “Fausto Llerena” Giant land tortoises breeding center.where giant tortoises are bred in captivity; this is home to tortoises ranging from 3-inches (new hatchlings) to 4-feet long adults. Subspecies of the giant tortoises interact with one another, and many of the older tortoises are accustomed to humans stretching out their heads for a photo opportunity. The babies are kept until they are about four years-old and strong enough to survive on their own.
KIKER ROCK
In the morning, you will visit " Kicker Rock ". This striking rock formation is located a couple hours off the western shore of San Cristobal. Jutting out of the water, the rocks stand vertically at hundreds of feet above the ocean divided by a small channel. Although there are no landing areas, kayaking and scuba diving allow visitors to spot a variety of marine life.
After visiting the interpretation center, you will be transferred to the San Cristobal airport to catch your flight to Guayaquil or Quito on mainland Ecuador.
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.
| Year of construction | 2013 |
| Type | Motor Yacht |
| Length | 117 feet / 36 meters |
| Beam | 23 feet / 7 metres |
| Draft | 10 feet / 3 metres |
| Gross Tonage | 200 tons. |
| Capacity | 16 passengers |
| Main Engines | MOTOR MTU MARINO /450HP@1800 RPM |
| Max Speed | 10 knots |
| Crew | 9 crew members + 1 Guide |
| Accommodation |
Lower Deck: 5 Cabins (Twin beds) 161 ft² (15 m²) *All cabins with private bathrooms, hot water and air-conditioning / All twin cabins can be converted into matrimonials Main Deck: Dining room, bar, social area and 4 cabins: 2 double + 2 Twin beds, 183 ft² (17 m²) Sun Deck: Jacuzzi and social area |
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