M/C Alia Galapagos Catamaran

This luxury-class, 16-passenger boat offers the travelers a choice of eight-, five-and four-day cruises through the archipelago. The itineraries include snorkeling, kayaking and hiking. After the day’s excursions, relax in the library viewing a movie from the DVD collection, or on the sundeck while enjoying a drink from one of the catamaran’s two bars. You’ll rest well in one of the nine pleasant cabins, eight of which have private balconies. All are equipped with private bathrooms, cold/hot water, air conditioning, safe box and other amenities. Throughout, the Alia is elegantly and tastefully decorated.

The Alia’s eight crew members and bilingual, certified naturalist guide will assure you a safe and informative journey through the Galapagos Islands.

  • Newest Galapagos Catamaran
  • Luxurious private rooms
  • Private Balconies
  • Panoramic Jacuzzi

DAY 1, THU, NOVEMBER 24
SANTA CRUZ ISLAND: AIRPORT – HIGHLANDS

Transfer to the Quito airport in time for the Avianca Airlines flight # 32, departing Quito at 07:50 AM and arriving in Baltra Island at 09:50AM. Arrive to Galapagos where you will meet your Naturalist Guide who will then take you to the luxury class catamaran M/C ALYA.

Begin your 4-night cruise through Darwin’s “Enchanted Islands”. Accommodations will be in one double cabins. All cabins are spacious and feature a private balcony, bath/shower and air- conditioning. All meals, lectures and shore excursions are included.
(B,L,D)

PM: Visit Black Turtle Cove.
After lunch our first visit is to Black Turtle Cove which is situated in the northern region of Santa Cruz. This bay is surrounded by mangroves and is accessible by dinghy only. The shallow cove is a safe refuge for marine life. Black-tip reef sharks, marine turtles, and a variety of rays are often spotted here. Return to Alya, (B, L, D)

DAY 2, FRI, NOVEMBER 25
GENOVESA ISLAND

DARWIN BAY: wet landing, coral beach, activities for this day: short walks, photography, swimming, snorkeling. Genovesa is a small island in the north of the Galapagos. Our unloading in Darwin Bay will be wet. Near the beach is a mangrove swamp where we will find a colony of frigates, marine iguanas, red-footed boobies and mask boobies, the great terrestrial finch, seagulls, herons and cactus finch. Following the land visit, our passengers can enjoy a swim in the bay. Snacks and refreshments are available.

BARRANCO: dry landing, activities: hiking. Also known as Prince Phillip’s stairs. Here, we will go for a walk on the Barranco path. On our journey we will observe tropical birds, petrels, common frigate, red-foot boobies, mask boobies, doves, and finches.
(B,L,D)

DAY 3, SAT, NOVEMBER 26
SANTIAGO ISLAND

SULLIVAN BAY: wet landing and hiking. Virtually uneroded lava flows cover an extensive area of this island. Lava pahoehoe (basaltic lava that has a smooth, billowy, undulating or ropy surface), hornitos, and mollugo (a lava colonizer) can be seen. Snacks and refreshing beverages await you on board the ship.

BARTOLOIME ISLAND
Fernandina is the third biggest island in the Galapagos and has only one visiting site: Espinoza Point, famous for the large colonies of marine iguanas and the home of the flightless cormorant, the Galapagos penguin, snakes, and more. From Espinoza Point, we can admire the beauty of Fernandina Island and its volcano which last erupted in May of 2005. Fernandina is the only island that doesn’t have mammals and the open areas are extremely fragile. From January to June, the nesting period of the marine iguana, we take great care when walking.
(B,L,D)

DAY 4, SUN, NOVEMBER 27

CHINESE HAT

ESPUMILLA BEACH: The main attractions include Palo Santo Wood, the beach, and the stunning landscape; the beach is a very important site for tortoises because they use this place for nesting.

MOSQUERA ISLAND
Here we find a beautiful black sand beach; to the south of the beach is the Pan de Azucar Volcano, whose volcanic deposits have contributed to the formation of the black sand beach.

DAY 5, MON, NOVEMBER 28
CHARLES DARWIN STATION – MOSQUERA ISLAND

It is located to the west of Darwin Volcano on Isabela Island. While walking, we will find several inscriptions (names of pirates) dating back to the 1800’s. From here, we can see Darwin Lake, a saltwater lake with a depth of approximately 9 m. It contains no fish. It is very common to see a variety of bird species.

Transfer out to the Baltra airport for your flight to Quito.
(B)


GROSS RATES
5D/4N
Thanks Giving Cruise
$3.150 (Price per person)

Sun Deck

Upper Deck

Main Deck


Specifications

Year of construction:
  • 2017
Type:
  • Luxury Motor Catamaran
Length:
  • 105 ft (32 m)
Beam:
  • 43 ft (13 m)
Draft:
  • 5,6 ft (1.70 m)
Cruising Speed:
  • 12 knots
Capacity:
  • 16 passengers
Crew:
  • 8 members + 1 bilingual guide
Engines:
  • 2 Cumming Motors 350 HP
Water capacity:
  • 2.500 gallons
Electric Power:
  • 110V and 220V
Accommodation:
  • Main Deck:
    Five 215ft² / 20m² double cabins (four with private balcony). Dining room and Lounge
  • Upper Deck:
    Four 172ft² / 16m² double cabins (all with private balcony).
Safety & Navigation:
  • Life vests
  • GPS
  • Sonar
  • Naval radars
  • Fire detection and prevention systems.

Inclusions:

  • All meals throughout cruise
  • Transfers in the islands
  • Bilingual national park guide
  • Use of snorkeling equipment / Wetsuit
  • Free airport Assistance*
  • Use of VIP lounge in Galapagos

Exclusions:

  • Roundtrip Airfare to / from Galapagos $540
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • $100 Galapagos National Park fee
  • $20 Transit Control Card
  • Travel / medical insurance
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses