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Welcome to the Galapagos aboard our stable motor catamaran!
Our stable seaworthy catamaran is considered one of most intimate cruise options at present for the Galapagos Islands. It is the perfect choice if you appreciate private comfort or if you dread seasickness; whether travelling on your own or for your romantic getaway! The inviting ambience of your comfortable cabin with inspiring sea views, and a maximum number of only 16 international guests, may turn your naturalist cruise into a personal experience.
Motor Catamaran Treasure of Galapagos cruises around the great outdoors of the unparalleled archipelago of the Galapagos, where you will keep going from one surprise to the next! Each day we anchor at two carefully selected visitor's sites and organise at least two excursions. Our balanced excursion programme (included in our cruise price!) is packed with activities to observe nature from different perspectives; as well as leisure time.
Specially designed for First Class Galapagos cruising.
This modern First Class yacht was built in 2009 and is well maintained (dry dock every second year).
It is equipped with two powerful engines that give a cruising speed of 9 knots (over 22 km/h; 13.5 mp/h). The crew’s quarters, kitchen and engines are hidden inside both hulls (Lower Deck).
All this makes Treasure of Galapagos not too large to become impersonal, and not too small to feel trapped without comfort.
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DAY |
ISLAND | PLACES |
| TUE |
San Cristobal |
AM: San Cristobal Airport PM: Colorado Hill |
| WED |
Española |
AM: Gardner Bay PM: Suarez Point |
| THU |
Floreana |
AM: Post Office Bay PM: Cormorant Point |
| VIE |
Santa Fe Santa Cruz |
AM: Santa Fe Island PM: Tortuga Bay |
| SAB |
Santa Cruz |
AM: El Chato Reserve Baltra Airport |
SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND: COLORADO HILL
AM: Upon arrival at San Cristobal Airport, travelers pass through an airport inspection point to insure that no foreign plants or animals are introduced to the islands, as well as to pay the park entrance fee of $100 (unless it has been prepaid). A guide will meet you, help you collect your luggage, and escort you on a short bus ride to the harbor.
PM: Colorado Hill
Colorado Hill Tortoises Protection and Growing Center, located at 40 minutes approximately by bus to the south east of the island. This center was built to improve the status of the population of the island tortoises. The center includes a large corral, a Visitors center, breeding center and an interpretative trail. Along this trail is possible to see different species of native and endemic plants as well birds as the San Cristobal Mockingbird, Yellow Warblers, and many species of finches and the Galapagos flycatcher.
ESPAÑOLA ISLAND: GARDNER BAY AND SUAREZ POINT
AM: Gardner Bay
Located on the north-eastern coast of Hood, Gardner Bay provides an excellent beach for relaxing, swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and the opportunity to observe sea lions. Here we can also observe sharks in the crystal clear ocean waters.
PM: Suarez Point
This rocky land spot sustains one of the most impressive and varied colonies of sea birds in the Galapagos. Along its southern shore, high cliffs rise up from the sea affording the visitor spectacular views of soaring birds and of the blow whole where water spouts up to 50-75 feet into the air according to the intensity of the surf.
FLOREANA ISLAND: POST OFFICE BAY AND CORMORANT POINT
AM: Post Office Bay
Historically, this site is the location of a wooden barrel that was placed in the 18th century by the crew of a whaling ship. It has been used since this time by mariners and tourists as a post office. The idea is to carry letters or postcards to their destination by hand. Apart from being the Post Office Barrel, this site was the landing area for some of the first colonists. We will continue to the north of the island and will ascent to an elevated slope to enjoy a beautiful vista at the Baroness Lookout. It is said that Baroness Eloisa von Wagner loved this place and spent several hours watching the horizon. Within walking distance (30 m) are the ruins of what is known as her House. From this lookout, the landscape covers the coastline from the Enderby islet to Post Office Bay, as well as Cerro Pajas, the pool of flamingos and wide forest of Palo Santo.
PM: Cormorant Bay
This site offers probably the best Flamingo lagoon in the Galapagos; it is also one of the largest in the islands. It’s situated between two tuff lava cones that give the area a special atmosphere. There are various species of shorebirds to observe besides flamingos; the most frequent are common stilts, white-checked pintail ducks and other migratory birds. It is very interesting to see the two distinct beaches: “The Green Beach” (due to its high percentage of olivine crystals in the sand) and the “Flour Sand Beach” which is made up of coral.
SANTA FE ISLAND AND SANTA CRUZ ISLAND: TORTUGA BAY
AM: Santa Fe Island
Located in the southeastern part of the Galapagos, this island was formed from an uplift instead than a volcanic origin, this is why is mostly flat. There are some theories which assure this could be the oldest island in the Archipelago. Santa Fe is the home of a number of endemic species like the Galapagos Hawk, Galapagos snake, Galapagos mockingbird, rice rats and one of the two species of lands Iguanas of the islands. After disembarkation in the beautiful and clear waters you will be in contact with one of the many sea lion colonies. Along the trail many salt bushes can be seen as well giant Prickly pear cactus, gigantism is a characteristic of oceanic islands. There are great possibilities of snorkeling with playful sea lions and tropical fishes.
PM: Tortuga Bay
Tortuga Bay is a beautiful white sand beach, so named because it is a nesting site for the black turtle, the visibility in the water is excellent for snorkeling, be on the lookout of the Galapagos sea lions, marine iguanas or (seasonally) mating Pacific green turtles in the surf! This is a wonderful site to for swimming and snorkeling.
SANTA CRUZ ISLAND: EL CHATO RESERVE
AM: El Chato ReserveSanta Cruz also offers excellent opportunities for viewing wild tortoises, both roaming through pastures in the agricultural zone and in the Tortoise Reserve, which is accessible from Santa Rosa or Salasaca. Several farms serve food and allow visitors to explore their grounds in search of tortoises. Descending through the agricultural zone into the Transition Zone where the Tortoise Reserve is located, the introduced vegetation of the farmlands is replaced by native vegetation. The pond at El Chato is surrounded by forest where short-eared owls, Darwin’s finches, Vermilion Flycatchers, Yellow Warblers, Galapagos Rails, and Paint-billed Crakes can be seen. As the visitor walks into the forests overgrown with lichens, ferns, and other epiphytes, it is time to listen carefully for the sound of heavy footsteps and the sound of shrubs being slowly crushed as the tortoises make their way through the brush.
Transfer to Baltra Airport (GPS) for your flight back to Guayaquil or Quito.
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.
| Name: | Treasure of Galapagos |
| Category | First Class |
| Type | Motor Catamaran |
| Length | 31m / 101ft |
| Beam | 11.20m / 36.75ft |
| Capacity | 16 passengers max. |
| Contruction & Maintenance | Guayaquil. 2009. Latest dry dock maintenance, September 2017 |
| Crew & Staff |
6 trained & experienced crew-members: Captain, first mate, 2 sailors, 2 engineers. 4 trained & experienced household staff members: Barman, cook, kitchen help, housekeeper. 1 National park certified naturalist guide. |
| Cabins |
8 suites (20m² / 215 ft²) with private facilities, individually controlled A/C, queen-size beds in doubles, & balcony (1.90x1.20m / 6.2x3.9ft) 1 double-sized master-suite (40m² / 430 ft²) with private facilities, individually controlled A/C, large bathroom, king-sized bed, living room (convertible into two sofa-beds) & two balconies. |
| Cabin distribution |
Main Deck: 4 twin suites and 1 master-suite (optionally convertible into a family suite for 4 people) Upper Deck: 2 twin suites & 2 double suites |
| Social areas & Amenities |
Outdoor. Sun deck: Solarium area, shaded resting area & whirlpool. Upper deck: Shaded terrace & barbecue area Indoor. Main deck: Air-conditioned lounge with living room, dining room, and bar. Amenities: Outdoor whirlpool for up to 6 people (with Jacuzzi jets); deck chairs, BBQ, TV/DVD, small library, board games. |
| Inflatable dinghies |
2x Zodiac - typef or 8 people each |
| Electricity | 110V / 220V (US-style plugs) |
| Power supply | 2x Caterpillar generator 75 KW |
| Nett Tonnage (volume) & Draft |
Nett tonnage: 102.78 ton Draft (incl. keels): 1.40m / 4.6ft. |
| Machinery | 2x Caterpillar diesel engine (2x345 PS/HP) with ROCKWOOL sound insulation |
| Cruising speed | 9 kntos (ca. 16.7km/h 10.3 mi/hr) |
| Maximum speed | 11 kntos (ca. 20.4km/h / 12.7 mi/hr) |
| Navigations equipment | Magnetic compass, GPS, 24 Nautical Mile Radar, Sonar (echo sounder system) |
| Communication equipment |
1x HF radio (for communication with the outside world) 2x stationary VHF radio (marine telephone) Handheld bi-directional radio set (VHF walkie-talkies for internal communication + spare device for emergencies) 1x Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) No satelite telephone |
| Wastewater treatment |
Desalination plant Wastewater treatment system |
| Medical & Rescue equipment |
Two first-aid kits Lifebuoys Light life jackets for inflatable dinghy rides 2 SAR Personal Floating Devices in each cabin (emergency life jackets with whistle and a small light) |
| Fire fighting equipment |
Smoke detectors throughout the vessel Fire extinguishers throughout the vessel (cabins, social areas, bridge, engine rooms, gallery, crew´s cabins) Sprinkler system (cabins, social areas & gallery) Automatic CO2 bank/flooding system for gallery & engine room |
| Evacuation equipment |
2 fully equipped life rafts on the Sun Deck 2 SAR Personal Floating Devices in each cabin (emergency life jackets with whistle ans small light) Emergency lighting and indicated evacuation routes |
| Certifications |
Yacht: International Safety Management Certificate (ISM) from the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Galapagos National Park: Patente de Operacion Turistica |
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