The G.A.P Adventurer IV is a comfortable air-conditioned 72-foot motor yacht built to accommodate 16 passengers with 8 double occupancy cabins
With either a window or a porthole, air conditioning and private bath.
Our clean and comfy yacht is an Original Class boat, staffed with an exceptional crew, including a certified naturalist guide. The 2-level wrap-around deck is ideal for ocean views and relaxing in the sun, and there is both a bar and a dining room where all meals are provided.
DAY |
ISLAND | PLACES |
WED | Santa Cruz |
AM: Baltra Airport PM: Charles Darwin Station |
THU |
Santiago Santa Cruz |
AM: Chinese Hat PM: Black Turtle Cove |
FRI |
Santa Cruz Daphne |
AM: Dragón Hill PM: Daphne Island |
SAT |
South Plaza Santa Fe |
AM: South Plaza Island PM: Santa Fe Island |
SUN | San Cristobal |
AM: Interpretation Center San Cristobal Airport |
SANTA CRUZ ISLAND: CHARLES DARWIN STATION
AM: Flight to Galapagos Transfer early to the airport for our flight to the Galapagos Islands. Upon arrival Baltra, meet our naturalist guide, who will assist with the transfer to the Xavier Yacht or " G4".
PM: 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.
SANTIAGO ISLAND: CHINESE HAT AND SANTA CRUZ ISLAND: BLACK TURTLE COVE
AM: Chinese Hat
In the morning 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.
PM: Black Turtle Cove
In the afternoon 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.
SANTA CRUZ ISLAND: DRAGON HILL AND DAPHNE ISLAND
AM: Dragon Hill
In the morning we will visit Cerro Dragón, on the west coast of Santa Cruz Island. Here we will see land iguanas as well as a salt water lagoon frequented by flamingoes and other species of birds.
PM: Daphne Island
Visit Daphne Island in the afternoon, located between the islands of Santa Cruz and Baltra. Here we will see much birdlife including a number of finch species, Masked boobies, Galapagos Martins and frigate birds. Take the opportunity to go snorkelling in the afternoon to observe the diverse variety of marine life, and hope to see sea turtles, rays or even sharks.
SOUTH PLAZA ISLAND AND SANTA FE ISLAND
AM: South Plaza Island
Set sail and reach South Plaza Island in the morning. One of the smallest islands in the Galapagos, South Plaza has one of the largest populations of Land Iguanas. Walk along a path through a cactus forest and view a combination of dry and coastal vegetation.
PM: Santa Fe Island
In the afternoon, we explore Santa Fé Island, a fairly small and dry island. Also called Barrington, Santa Fé Island is well-known as a great place for watching (and swimming with) sea lions. Along the island's northern shore you can view the forest of giant Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia). Santa Fé is also home to a number of endemic species which have bounced back from various threats to their survival. You may get a chance to see the Galapagos hawk, Galapagos snake, a variety of finches and the Galapagos mockingbird.
SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND: INTERPRETATION CENTER
AM: Interpretation Center
Reach San Cristóbal in the morning. San Cristóbal is the easternmost island of Galapagos and one of the oldest. Its principal town is Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, the capital of the Galapagos. Disembark after breakfast, visit the interpretation center and transfer to the airport for our flight to 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 | Xavier Yacht |
Category | First Class |
Construction Material | Naval Steel |
Year | 1998 |
Long | 25.50 meters |
Wide | 7.40 meters |
Prop | 3.60 meters |
Power | 2 engines Detroit Diesel 8v71 (12nds) 2 32 kw John Deere Generators |
Sailing Equipment | 24 milles radar, GPS, 80 mts Sonar |
Com. Equipment | HF, VHF, Valiza Radio |
Segurity | 2 motor boats for 15 people each. 2 lifeboat equipment fo 15 people each. |
Comfort |
8 double cabins and 1 suite, each with: private bathroom, hotwater, air conditioner |
Capacity | 16 pax 8 crew members |