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Galapagos Luxury Yacht La Pinta, the ultimate luxurious expedition ship in the Galapagos Islands for 32 passengers, ideal for your vacations.
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Yacht La Pinta: luxury, pleasure & comfort

EQ Touring is proud to present Yacht La Pinta, the ultimate luxurious expedition yacht in the Galapagos Islands. The 63-meter (207-foot) luxury yacht accommodates 48 guests and it is the perfect choice for adventure traveleres seeking for comfort and a wildlife exploration.

A complete 8 days discovery cruise to the Galapagos Islands aboard La Pinta allows encounters with unique fauna, like the famous giant Galapagos tortoises in their natural habitat, the Galapagos penguins, land and marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, flamingos and the very popular Darwin’s finches.

After intense days of nature exploration, La Pinta luxury yacht provides a haven of relaxation and tranquility with tastefully appointed accommodations and all the facilities for a stylish yet informal ambiance.

All travelers at La Pinta yacht will cover the most interesting aspects of the Galapagos Islands: discovery, adventure, environmental interpretation, aquatic activities, relaxation, superb service and great dining. Naturalist Guides enhance their interpretative skills with the use of state-of-the-art-expedition equipment. Our staff embraces a spirit of adventure, while at the same time ensures that you always travel in comfort and safety.

LA PINTA luxury yacht makes the perfect boat for group travel, incentive tours or a private cruise charter, make sure you contact one of our destination specialist to tailor your travel package.

Accommodations

La Pinta’s ample staterooms provide Galapagos explorers with unparalleled comfort. Its 24 cabins are located mid-ship, in the Upper Deck, with double beds (32” x 79” inches), which can be converted to one Queen bed (64” x 79” inches), with private bathroom and air conditioning. Six cabins are connected, for the convenience of families traveling together, and there are also 4 triple cabins of approximately 22 square meters (236 square feet). Bedding is fine cotton, down duvets and a choice of pillows. Bathrooms have all the amenities, hair dryer and plenty of plush towels.

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For young explorers

Our “Young Pirates” program allows children, 7 to 12 years old, to fully absorb Galapagos --at their own pace. Young guests will enjoy a different educational approach, with “children only” activities, special meals, interpretative recreational material and books. Our goal is that everyone can thoroughly enjoy this natural paradise, appreciate the efforts for its conservation and fully participate in all planned activities.

Gastronomy

Ecuador has one of the tastiest cuisines in South America, with a great variety of fruits and vegetables, where the biodiversity is reflected. Along with the traditional international cuisine, and some Ecuadorian delicacies, our creative chef offers healthy, light and delicious meals. A choice of wines is available for dinner.

Guests will thoroughly enjoy the variety of colorful tropical fruit juices every morning, and the generous buffet for lunch, with many fresh salads, cold cuts, cheeses, seafood and of course, plenty of vegetarian options. Weather permitting, ¡al fresco¡¦ meals and Bar-B-Q¡¦ are offered in the Sun Deck.

All meals are free seating with no dress code, and the presence at dinner of our Captain or Officers will delight everyone's moments. They will be happy to join you at your table if you allow them.

Coffee, tea, crackers and biscuits are available for guests at all times.

The crew

Multilingual Naturalist Guides, Licensed by the Galapagos National Park lead explorers through the wonders of the Galapagos Islands. Their schooling, years of experience and passion for nature and conservation help guests understand the pace and tone of wilderness.

Naturalists are the leaders of expeditions; their expertise matches their contagious enthusiasm, whether discussing geology or bird watching, snorkeling or stargazing and evolution.

La Pinta crew is made up of professionals, passionate for Galapagos and ready to cater to the needs of the most discerning guests.

Technical specification

Owner:
ETICA / Metropolitan Touring
Reconstructed and refitted in Callao, Peru in 2007
Type of Vessel:
Motor Yacht
Engines:
2 DEUTZ model SBA 8M 1275 HP
Length:
63 meters (207 feet)
Beam:
12 meters (39.37 feet)
Gross Tonnage:
1541
Speed:
12 knots
Electricity:
110-220 Volts 50Hz
Navigation Equipment:
Gyrocompass, Automatic Pilot, radar, and GPS
Safety Certificates:
(SOLAS, STCW, MARPOL, ISM COD 12)
Fire Detector:
Automatic with control from the bridge
Lif Jackets:
In each cabin
Inflatable life raft 2 x 50 persons and 6 x 50 persons
Landing Craft:
3 Pumar inflatable landing craft + glass bottom boat
Capacity:
32 guests
Cabins:
24 outside cabins, in the same deck with twin or queen-size beds.
Double Cabin size:
16 square meters (175 square feet).
Triple Cabin size:
22 square meters (236 square feet) with sofa bed.
Decks:
(Sun deck, Cabin deck, Main deck) Three public decks include an ample bar-salon, dining room, natural history library, sky bar and sundeck.
Wellness:
Jacuzzi, Gym
Crew:
24
Naturalists:
3
Medical Officer:
Permanently on board

Prices: Please click on the tariffs to display information

Tariffs 2011


(Friday to Friday)
YACHT LA PINTA
8 Days / 7 Nights
Twin / Double
$ 4,935
Single*
$ 7,403
FUEL SURCHARGE NET PER GUEST
203


*Only 3 cabins are available for single use Twin / Double Cabins for single use have a surcharge of 50% of the price.

During Peak Season: Apr 15-22/ Apr 22-29/ Dec 23-30 /
Dec 30- Jan 06

  • There will be a GROSS surcharge of US$ 200.00 per adult and US$ 130.00 per child.
  • No discounts apply.
  • Twin / Double Cabins for single use have a surcharge of 100% of the price.

Children Policy:

  • Children under 12 sharing cabin with parents, 25% off. (Applies only to one child per adult paying full fare).
  • Minimum age 6 years old

LA PINTA GALAPAGOS RATES INCLUDE:

Accommodations, all meals, island sightseeing, naturalist guides and lecture services in English/Spanish only, snorkeling gear, taxes and transfers in the islands.

Transfer from main hotels in Quito (Hilton Colon, Swissôtel, Marriott, Dann Carlton) and in Guayaquil (Hilton Colon, Oro Verde, Hampton Inn, Sheraton) to airport for flights to / from Galápagos are included in these rates. To coordinate these transfers we must have guest's hotel contact.


NOT INCLUDED:

  • Wet Suits available for rent, NET rate $ 15 + VAT per guest for 4- or 5-day expeditions.
  • Wet Suits available for rent, NET rate $ 30 + VAT per guest for 8-day expeditions.
  • Air transportation to / from Galápagos.
  • Galápagos National Park entrance fee (US$ 100 subject to change without previous notice).
  • Migration Control Card (US $ 10 subject to change without previous notice).
  • Gratuities, bar, gifts and additional items.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

  • EQ Touring guarantees air space.
  • Galápagos Itineraries are subject to change due to weather, logistical or operational reasons.
  • All rates are subject to change. FUEL SURCHARGE APPLIES

Tariffs 2012


YACHT LA PINTA
Eastern Islands
FRI / MON
4D / 3N
Northern Islands
MON / FRI
5D / 4N
Western Islands
FRI / FRI
8D / 7N
Twin / Double
$ 2,427
$ 3,236
$ 5,663
Single*
$ 3,559
$ 4,745
$ 8,304


IMPORTANT NOTE

It is possible to extend your trip aboard this yacht.

With the 2012 itineraries, discounts will be applied to all reservations that combine itineraries as follows:

  • For Yacht La Pinta a 10% discount applies on the Eastern Islands Itinerary (4 Days /3 Nights), or the Northern Islands Itinerary ( 5 Days /4 Nights) if a Western Islands Itinerary (8 Days / 7 Nights) is added to either of them.
  • If the reservation is for 15 Days/14 Nights, there will be a discount of 50% on the Eastern Islands Itinerary (4 Days/3 Nights)
  • No discount applies for the combination of the Eastern Islands Itinerary (4D/3N) + the Northern Islands Itinerary (5D/4N).
  • These discounts are not applicable for promotional rates.
  • These discounts are applicable only for full rate bookings.

 

*Only 3 cabins are available for single use Twin / Double Cabins for single use have a surcharge of 50% of the price.


During Peak Season: Mar 30-Apr 6/ Apr 6-9/ Apr 9-13/ Dec 21-28 / Dec 28-31 / Dec 31- Jan 04

  • There will be a GROSS surcharge of US$ 200.00 per adult and US$ 130.00 per child.
  • No discounts apply.
  • Twin / Double Cabins for single use have a surcharge of 100% of the price.

Children Policy:

  • Children under 12 sharing cabin with parents, 25% off. (Applies only to one child per adult paying full fare).
  • Minimum age 6 years old

LA PINTA GALAPAGOS RATES INCLUDE:

Accommodations, all meals, island sightseeing, naturalist guides and lecture services in English/Spanish only, snorkeling gear, taxes and transfers in the islands.

Transfer from main hotels in Quito (Casa Gangotena, Hilton Colon, Swissôtel, Marriott, Dann Carlton) and in Guayaquil (Hilton Colon, Oro Verde, Hampton Inn, Sheraton) to airport for flights to / from Galápagos are included in these rates. To coordinate these transfers we must have guest's hotel contact.


NOT INCLUDED:

  • Wet Suits available for rent, NET rate $ 30 + VAT per guest for 8-day expeditions.
  • Wet Suits available for rent, NET rate $ 15 + VAT per guest for 4 or 5 days expeditions.
  • Air transportation to / from Galápagos please see rates below.
  • Galápagos National Park entrance fee (US$ 100 subject to change without previous notice).
  • Migration Control Card (US $ 10 subject to change without previous notice).
  • Alcoholic and non alcoholic beverage, gratuities, gifts and additional items.
  • Internet / Wi-Fi

IMPORTANT NOTES:

  • EQ Touring guarantees air space.
  • Galápagos Itineraries are subject to change due to weather, logistical or operational reasons.
  • All rates are subject to change.

Itinerary 2011

8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS
FROM FRIDAY TO FRIDAY
Day
Time
Friday
AM: Arrive at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno on San Cristobal Island
PM:
San Cristobal Island - Isla Lobos and Playa Ochoa
Saturday
AM: North Seymour Island
PM: Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz)
Sunday
AM: Post Office Bay (Floreana Island)
PM: Punta Cormorant (Floreana Island)
Monday
AM: Punta Moreno (Isabela Island)
PM: Punta Espinoza (Fernandina Island)
Tuesday
AM: Highlands of Santa Cruz Island
PM: Puerto Ayora - Charles Darwin Research Station
Wednesday
AM: Bartolome Island
PM: Rabida Island
Thursday
AM: Gardner Bay (Española Island)
PM: Punta Suarez (Española Island)
Friday
AM: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristobal Island)

 

Itineraries 2012

Please click on the itinerary to display day-by-day information

8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS CRUISE


FROM FRIDAY TO FRIDAY
Day
Time
Friday
AM: Arrival to Baltra Island
PM:
North Seymour Island
Saturday
AM: Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela Island)
PM: Punta Espinoza (Fernandina Island)
Sunday
AM: Urbina Bay (Isabela Island)
PM: Tagus Cove (Isabela Island)
Monday
AM: Rábida Island (Jervis)
PM: (Dragon Hill) Santa Cruz Island)
Tuesday
AM: Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Research Station
PM: Highlands of Santa Cruz Island
Wednesday
AM: Baroness Cove & Post Office Bay (Floreana Island)
PM: Punta Cormorant (Cormorant Point, Floreana Island)
Thursday
AM: Santa Fe Island
PM: South Plaza Island
Friday
AM: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristobal Island)

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS CRUISE


FROM MONDAY TO FRIDAY
Day
Time
Monday
AM: Baltra Airport
PM: El Chato (Santa Cruz Island)
Tuesday
AM: Bahía Ballena – Whale Bay (Santa Cruz Island)
PM: Sombrero Chino Islet
Wednesday
AM: Bartolomé Island
PM: Sullivan Bay (James Island)
Thursday
AM: Darwin Bay (Tower/Genovesa Island)
PM: Prince Philip's Steps (Tower/Genovesa Island)
Friday
AM: Baltra Island

4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS CRUISE


FROM FRIDAY TO MONDAY
Day
Time
Friday
AM: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristóbal Island)
PM: Cerro Brujo (San Cristóbal Island)
Saturday
AM: Natural Galapaguera (San Cristóbal Island)
PM: Punta Pitt (San Cristóbal Island)
Sunday
AM: Punta Suarez (Española (Hood) Island)
PM: Gardner Bay (Española Island)
Monday
AM: Charles Darwin Research Station


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