MV Origin

MV ORIGIN will be launched in the Galapagos Islands on January 2016, she will be the newest and most comfortable 20 passenger yacht operating in Galapagos. EQ TOURING is proud to announce the introduction of this luxury yacht to its fleet. Origin will combine a high level of comfort and modern sophistication, with high quality guided excursions in small groups, a gastronomical experience, exciting physical activities and a dose of intellectual science providing guests a life enriching travel adventure.

For guests with a highly evolved lifestyle, MV ORIGIN features: Experienced crew and high level Captain, Two expert Naturalist Guides and a Concierge to attend to your every need Gourmet style meals, indoor and al-fresco dining, Open bar policy, Sun deck with Jacuzzi, wet bar, BBQ, Spacious social areas, satellite TV, ten cabins with panoramic windows located all on one deck Fitness center with cardio equipment, Masseuse (additional charge) Multiple kayaks and stand up paddle boards, Wet suits and snorkeling equipment cabin cleaned twice daily, laundry service available.

Itinerary "A" - 8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS

Day Itinerary
Sun am: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, SAN CRISTOBAL
pm: Cerro Tijeretas & Leon Dormido, SAN CRISTOBAL
Mon am: Cerro Brujo (SN, PR, KY) SAN CRISTOBAL
pm: Punta Pitt, (SN, PR) SAN CRISTOBAL
Tue am: Punta Suarez, ESPANOLA (Hood)
pm: Gardner Bay (SN, PR, KY) ESPANOLA
Wed am: Punta Cormorant (PR), Devil’s Crown or Champion (SN)
pm: Post Office Bay (PR, SN), FLOREANA (Charles)
Thu am: Highlands of SANTA CRUZ (Indefatigable)
pm: CCFL (Darwin Station), SANTA CRUZ
Fri am: Bartolome (PR, SN)
pm: Las Bachas (SN) or Black Turtle Cove (PR) or Sombrero Chino (PR,SN)
Sat am: South Plaza Island
pm: North Seymour (PR, SN)
Sun
am: Interpretation Center, SAN CRISTOBAL (Chatham)

Itinerary "B" - 8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS

Day Itinerary
Sun am: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, SAN CRISTOBAL (Chatham)
pm: CCJG (La Galapaguera Cerro Colorado), SAN CRISTOBAL
Mon am: Darwin Bay (SN, PR, KY), GENOVESA (Tower)
pm: Prince Philip’s Steps (SN, PR) GENOVESA
Tue am: Las Bachas (SN) or Black Turtle Cove (PR)
pm: Cerro Dragon (SN) SANTA CRUZ
Wed am: Punta Espinosa (SN), FERNANDINA (Narborough)
pm: Urbina Bay, ISABELA (SN) (Albemarle) or Punta Vicente Roca
Thu am: Elizabeth Bay, ISABELA (PR)
pm: Tagus Cove, ISABELA (SN, PR, KY)
Fri am: Puerto Egas, SANTIAGO (SN) (James)
pm: Rabida Island (SN, PR, KY) (Jervis)
Sat am: Highlands of SANTA CRUZ (Indefatigable)
pm: CCFL (Darwin Station) SANTA CRUZ
Sun
am: Interpretation Center, SAN CRISTOBAL

Itinerary "A" 7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS

Day Itinerary
Sun am: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, SAN CRISTOBAL
pm: Cerro Tijeretas & Leon Dormido, SAN CRISTOBAL
Mon am: Cerro Brujo (SN, PR, KY) SAN CRISTOBAL
pm: Punta Pitt, (SN, PR) SAN CRISTOBAL
Tue am: Punta Suarez, ESPANOLA (Hood)
pm: Gardner Bay (SN, PR, KY) ESPANOLA
Wed am: Punta Cormorant (PR), Devil’s Crown or Champion (SN)
pm: Post Office Bay (PR, SN), FLOREANA (Charles)
Thu am: Highlands of SANTA CRUZ (Indefatigable)
pm: CCFL (Darwin Station), SANTA CRUZ
Fri am: Bartolome (PR, SN)
pm: Las Bachas (SN) or Black Turtle Cove (PR) or Sombrero Chino (PR,SN)
Sat
am: Drop off Itabaca Canal 6AM (transfer to Baltra or Puerto Ayora not included)

Itinerary "B" - 7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS

Day Itinerary
Sun am: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, SAN CRISTOBAL (Chatham)
pm: CCJG (La Galapaguera Cerro Colorado), SAN CRISTOBAL
Mon am: Darwin Bay (SN, PR, KY), GENOVESA (Tower)
pm: Prince Philip’s Steps (SN, PR) GENOVESA
Tue am: Las Bachas (SN) or Black Turtle Cove (PR)
pm: Cerro Dragon (SN) SANTA CRUZ
Wed am: Punta Espinosa (SN), FERNANDINA (Narborough)
pm: Urbina Bay, ISABELA (SN) (Albemarle) or Punta Vicente Roca
Thu am: Elizabeth Bay, ISABELA (PR)
pm: Tagus Cove, ISABELA (SN, PR, KY)
Fri am: Puerto Egas, SANTIAGO (SN) (James)
pm: Rabida Island (SN, PR, KY) (Jervis)
Sat
am: Transfer to Baltra airport from Puerto Ayora with guide

14 night itinerary A+B combination

Day Itinerary
Sun am: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, SAN CRISTOBAL
pm: Cerro Tijeretas & Leon Dormido, SAN CRISTOBAL
Mon am: Cerro Brujo (SN, PR, KY) SAN CRISTOBAL
pm: Punta Pitt, (SN, PR) SAN CRISTOBAL
Tue am: Punta Suarez, ESPANOLA (Hood)
pm: Gardner Bay (SN, PR, KY) ESPANOLA
Wed am: Punta Cormorant (PR), Devil’s Crown or Champion (SN)
pm: Post Office Bay (PR, SN), FLOREANA (Charles)
Thu am: Highlands of SANTA CRUZ (Indefatigable)
pm: CCFL (Darwin Station), SANTA CRUZ
Fri am: Bartolome (PR, SN)
pm: Las Bachas (SN) or Black Turtle Cove (PR) or Sombrero Chino (PR,SN)
Sat am: South Plaza Island
pm: North Seymour (PR, SN)
Sun am: La Loberia or El Junco Lake, SAN CRISTOBAL
pm: CCJG (La Galapaguera Cerro Colorado), SAN CRISTOBAL
Mon am: Darwin Bay (SN, PR, KY), GENOVESA (Tower)
pm: Prince Philip’s Steps (SN, PR) GENOVESA
Tue am: Las Bachas (SN) or Black Turtle Cove (PR)
pm: Cerro Dragon (SN) SANTA CRUZ
Wed am: Punta Espinosa (SN), FERNANDINA (Narborough)
pm: Urbina Bay, ISABELA (SN) (Albemarle) or Punta Vicente Roca
Thu am: Elizabeth Bay, ISABELA (PR)
pm: Tagus Cove, ISABELA (SN, PR, KY)
Fri am: Puerto Egas, SANTIAGO (SN) (James)
pm: Rabida Island (SN, PR, KY) (Jervis)
Sat am: Reserva Ecologica Cerro Mesa, SANTA CRUZ
pm: Tortuga Bay, SANTA CRUZ
Sun
am: Interpretation Center, SAN CRISTOBAL

  DOUBLE TRIPLE SINGLE
8 DAY/ 7 NIGHTS (rates are per person) $7500 $7300 $13,125

Sun Deck

Finch Deck

Darwin Deck

Beagle Deck


Specifications

Year of construction:
  • 2015
Type:
  • Motor Vessel
L.O.A.:
  • 142,16 feet / 43,33 meters
BEAM:
  • 27,43 feet / 8,36 meters
CRUISING SPEED:
  • 10-12 knots.
FUEL CAPACITY:
  • 6,340 gallons
ENGINE:
  • 454HP at 1800RPM
WATER CAPACITY:
  • 4,891 gallons / 18,514 liters
DESALINATOR PRODUCTION:
  • 4,500 gallons per day
COMPRESSORS:
  • Two low pressure
VOLTAGE:
  • 110 and 220 volts
NAVIGATIONAL AIDS:
  • VHF and HI-SUB radios, GMDSS, color radar, echo sounder, Furuno GPS
SAFETY AIDES:
  • EPIRB (emergency position indicator radio beacon)

Inclusions:

  • Cabin accommodation
  • All meals and snacks
  • All beverages including open bar
  • Captain’s welcome and farewell party
  • Guided shore excursions
  • Cruise director
  • Use of wet suits
  • Snorkeling equipment and sea kayaks
  • Transfers in the Islands between the airport and dock

Exclusions:

  • International Airfare
  • Airfare to Galapagos
  • Galapagos entrance fee (park tax)
  • Transit control card
  • Premium alcoholic beverages
  • Gratuities to guides and crew
  • Purchases on board and travel insurance.