M/Y Majestic Explorer

The M/Y Majestic is a first class expedition yacht that was built specifically to navigate the Galapagos waters and even though the yacht started a few years ago only performing naturalist cruises, now it has an exclusive itinerary that combines full diving days with a few naturalist visits in some of the most important sites in Galapagos.

On the main deck the M/Y Majestic has four cabins (two double and two twins), a dinning room where most meals are served as a buffet style, a bar with a great selection of domestic and imported brands of wine and good spirits and a social area more like a living room and briefing area where your Dive Master / Naturalist Guide will give you talks about Galapagos and the day by day activities that you will do during your diving expedition.

The crew members are well trained to act with responsibility and safety procedures in case of emergencies they are attentive and always with the right attitude towards the success of each cruise.

Day 1 / Fly To Galapagos

One of our guides will take you to the Quito or Guayaquil airport in time for your flight to Galapagos. Arrive in Galapagos and transfer to your 16 passenger yacht, M/Y MAJESTIC.

EclipseBegin your 7-night diving cruise through Darwin’s “Enchanted Islands”. Accommodations will be in four lower deck cabins and four main deck cabins “double accommodation”. All cabins are spacious and feature a private bath/shower and air-conditioning. All meals, lectures and shore excursions are included. The excursions and cultural programs are led by category “3” naturalist guides with years of experience in guiding in the Galapagos Islands.

PM: Punta Carrion
After a welcome lunch on board your Dive masters and the crew will take you for a dive check to this site where you will be able to test your gear and get ready for the adventure. (L, D)

DAY 2 / CRUISING THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

Two dives are schedule for today one at 6:30 and another one at 9:30 where you will see rays and schools of colorful fish.

Eclipse

PM: North Seymour Island Afternoon land visit to North Seymour, a good nesting site for frigate birds and Blue-footed boobies. The Island was lifted from the ocean floor by a seismic event, and its origins as a seabed give the island its low, flat profile. This island is teaming with life! You might have to give way to a passing sea lion or marine iguana; blue-footed booby nests sit beside the trail where mating pairs perform their courtship dance. A tiny forest of silver-grey Palo Santo trees stand just above the landing, usually without leaves, waiting for the rain to bring them into bloom. (B, L, D)

DAY 3 / CRUISING THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

AM: Cabo Douglas
You will be diving in two different sites where you will see marine iguanas among other marine life.

PM: Punta Vicente Roca
You will have two dives in this point. You will see mola-mola, turtles and macro marine life.
(B, L, D)

DAY 4 / CRUISING THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

EclipseWolf Island.
You have four dives organized for today in the different sites of Wolf at 06:30 am, 10:30 am, 02:00 pm, 04:30 pm and a possible night dive. Sightseeing often includes whale sharks, hammerhead sharks (mostly during season), eagle rays, sea lions, Galapagos sharks and silky sharks.
(B, L, D)

DAY 5 / CRUISING THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

Darwin Island.
You have four dives organized for today in the different sites of Darwin at 06:30 am, 10:30 am, 02:00 pm, 04:30 pm. Sightseeing often includes whale sharks, hammerhead sharks (mostly during season), eagle rays, sea lions, Galapagos sharks and silky sharks.
(B, L, D)

DAY 6 / CRUISING THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

EclipseWolf Island.
Today you will have three dives starting at 06:30 am, then at 11:00 am, and finalizing with a dive at 11:00 am. Sightseeing often includes whale sharks, hammerhead sharks (mostly during season), eagle rays, sea lions, Galapagos sharks and silky sharks. After your last dive the yacht sails to Cousin’s Rocks, a long navigation of about 20 hours.
(B, L, D)

DAY 7 / CRUISING THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

Cousin’s Rocks
This is a great site for macro diving with an excellent chance of seeing sea horses, sea lions, schools of hammerhead sharks and eagle rays. Lunch will be served while transiting to Santa Cruz (3 hours). Once in Santa Cruz island your Guides will take you to the Santa Cruz Highlands to visit the giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Later you transfer to the town of Puerto Ayora, which is the most populated town in Galapagos and the most important one in terms of economy for the islands, feel free to walk around and try the local restaurants as dinner is on your own in Puerto Ayora.
Return to the Majestic Explorer at 8:30pm.
(B, L)

DAY 8 / CRUISING THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

EclipseDisembark the vessel at 09:00 am and transfer to the airport in time for your flight to Ecuador mainland.


PRICES 2018
  Rate 8 Days
Main Deck Rack $5,895
Lower Deck Rack $5,895
Charter (16 passengers) Rack $82,530


PRICES 2019
  Rate 8 Days
Main Deck Rack $6095
Lower Deck Rack $6095
Charter (16 passengers) Rack $85,330

Main Deck

Lower Deck

Sun Deck


Specifications

Year of construction:
  • 2013
Type:
  • Motor Yacht
Length:
  • 117 feet / 36 metres
Beam:
  • 23 feet / 7 metres
Draft:
  • 10 feet / 3metres
Beam:
  • 28 feet
Gross tonnage:
  • 200 Tons
Capacity:
  • 16 passengers
Accommodation:
  • Sundeck: Jacuzzi and social area
    Main Deck: Dining room, bar, social area, 4 cabins
    (2 double + 2 Twin beds) 183 ft² (17 m²)
  • Lower Deck: 4 Cabins (Twin beds) 183 ft² (17 m²), 1 single cabin
    *All cabins with private bathrooms, hot water and air-conditioning / All twin cabins can be converted into matrimonial
Main engines:
  • Motor CUMMINS N14 / 440 HP a 1800 RPM
Max speed
  • 10 knots
Water maker
  • 7756 gls.
Crew:
  • 12 members of the crew
Safety & Navigation:
  • 1-MC MURDO 406 CAT.1 EPIRB
  • 1-MC MURDO S4 SART
  • 2-ACR 2727 Survival Radio

Inclusions:

  • All meals & excursions
  • Transfers in the islands
  • Bilingual National Park Guide
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Free airport Assistance*
  • Tanks and weights
  • 2 Free transfers to Galapagos Flights*

Exclusions:

  • Roundtrip Airfare to / from Galapagos
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • $100 Galapagos National Park fee
  • $20 Transit Control Card
  • Travel / medical insurance
  • Tips
  • Personal Expenses