Treasure of Galapagos Catamaran



The Catamaran Treasure of Galapagos is one of the newest boats sailing in the Galapagos islands built between 2008 and 2009. This first class catamaran has been built for cruises in the Galapagos Islands only. With eight deluxe balcony cabins and one master suite, there is enough space for up to 16 guests, who can enjoy the exclusive comfort of this boat while admiring the amazing wildlife in the Galapagos Islands. All the cabins have a private balcony, private bathroom and an air conditioner.

Furthermore this catamaran offers lounges, 4 different decks, a TV and DVD area, a comfortable dining room, two bars and a Jacuzzi.

The unparalleled stability will guarantee you a quiet and relaxing cruise around the Islands. Moreover the Treasure of Galapagos can also be used by families or as a group charter. We customize your tour in Galapagos and prepare your cruise with our signature which guarantees a superior service and the most exclusive Naturalist guides.

An eclectically styled boat that fuses subtle art deco elements with contemporary ones. Treasure of Galapagos has a host of facilities to be enjoyed in relaxed luxurious surroundings.

DAY 1 - TUESDAY

AM - Flight to San Cristobal Airport (SCY)

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 (San Cristobal)

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.

DAY 2 - WEDNESDAY

AM - Gardner Bay (Española)

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 (Española)

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.

DAY 3 - THURSDAY

AM - Post Office Bay - Baroness lookout (Floreana)

Historically, this site is the location of a wooden barrel that was placed in the 18th century by the crew of a whaling ship. The letters found inside the barrel would be picked up and delivered by sailors returning home. There was no postage fee, and, surprisingly, this mailbox and its honor system are still in use today. Although the letters are no longer important messages from sailors to their loved ones, thousands of them are left by tourists nowadays and many of them still make it to their destination. Apart from being the Post Office Barrel, this site was the landing area for some of the first colonists. 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.

PM - Cormorant Point - Champion Islet (Floreana)

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.

DAY 4 - FRIDAY

AM - Santa Fe 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.

AM - El Chato (Santa Cruz)

Santa 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.

DAY 5 - SATURDAY

AM - Twin Craters (Santa Cruz)

The Twin Craters are found on either side of the road leading to Puerto Ayora. These impressive formations are not really volcanic craters and were formed by magma domes, which hardened on the outside while the lava continued flowing inside, leaving huge and empty magma chambers that eventually collapsed, leaving two large holes. The craters lie within a lush scalesia cloud forest, a high-altitude plant species that are endemic to the Galapagos. This area is also home to the carpenter finch, which uses tools to search for food. There may also be opportunities to see the vermillion flycatcher, a small red-breasted bird.

Transfer out to Baltra Airport (GPS)

Assisted by the naturalist guide and some crewmembers, the dinghy will bring you and your luggage to Baltra Airport, where we will take the shuttle back to the airport.


GROSS RATES
7D/6N 5D/4N
Standard Cabin
$5.195
$3.595
Suite - Main Deck
$6.494
$4.494
Charter - Maximum 16 pax
$85.718
$59.318

Main Deck

Upper Deck

Sundeck


Specifications

Type:
  • First class Motor Catamaran
Length:
  • 31 m
Beam:
  • 11 m
Speed:
  • 12 knots
Capacity:
  • 16 passengers
Crew:
  • 8 members plus
  • 1 Cruise manager and 1 naturalist guide level
  • 1 naturalist guide level
Cabin:
  • 8 double cabins, 1 Suite
Year of construction:
  • 2008/2009

Inclusions:

  • Lodging on board in a cabin with private facilities
  • All meals, water, coffee and tea
  • All excursions as mentioned in the itinerary (itinerary subject to change) with English speaking naturalist guide
  • Shared shuttle transfer to Quito or Guayaquil airport *only departure transfer (included only if the Galapagos flight has been booked through us on our scheduled departure cruise dates)
  • All transfers in Galapagos (airport-yacht-airport transfers are only guaranteed if the flight has been booked through us)
  • Snorkeling gear (masks, flippers and snorkel) and use of kayaks at designated sites.

Exclusions:

  • Roundtrip flight to Galapagos Islands
  • Galapagos National Park entrance fee (USD 100 pp, subject to change)
  • Transit Control Card (USD 20 pp, subject to change)
  • Airport transfers in Galapagos (only included if the Galapagos flight has been booked through us on the scheduled cruise dates. * If your arrival/departure is different than our scheduled cruise flights, the shuttle service is not included)
  • Wetsuit rental
  • Soft and alcoholic drinks
  • Tips
  • Travel insurance and other items of personal nature.

Important Observations

  • All rates are in US Dollars per person.
  • Single Supplement for a Main Deck or Upper Deck cabin: 25% surcharge with a maximum of 2 Single Cabins per departure.
  • Solo travelers are allowed to book a Twin cabin on sharing basis. The cabin will be shared with another traveler of the same sex.
  • The Main Deck Suite can accommodate 3 people; when booking the Suite as Triple, the third person will be charged the Standard cabin rate only.
  • Child discount: 20% of net rate in Standard cabins. Only applicable for 1 child under 12 years of age travelling with two adults. Child discount not applicable for Suite.

  • Children of all ages are accepted on board but parents are held fully responsible and liable for their children during the entire cruise.
  • Christmas net surcharges: Dec 23-29: USD 450 pp in Standard Cabin and USD 550 pp in Suite.
  • New Year net surcharges: Dec 29-Jan 2: USD 300 pp in Standard Cabin and USD 350 pp in Suite.
  • All rates are subject to change in the event of local tax increases or other unforeseen circumstances.
  • The cruise itinerary is subject to change at any time due to unforeseen circumstances or circumstances that are beyond our control.