Our new yacht, the Spondylus, was hand crafted using an Ecuadorian coastal traditional shipman's technique and boasts a unique style in the Galapagos Islands.
The yacht is named after the Spondylus seashell which is only found along the coast, north of the Gulf of Guayaquil towards Esmeraldas. For more than 3500 years different cultures used the shell in ceremonies, rituals, as jewelry and traded it along the coast and inland.
Our professional nature guide takes you on excursions to the most interesting Galapagos Islands and shows you the extraordinary beauty and variety of the endemic wildlife and plants on land and in the sea.
Our accommodations consist of 9 fully air-conditioned double cabins with lower beds, each with private facilities with hot and cold water. From our spacious sundeck enjoy the spectacular views of the islands while having a drink at the bar, sun bathing or socializing with your new friends from all around the world.
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Engineering specifications
Class: Tourist Superior
Loa: 24.67 M / 81 Feet
Beam: 7,12 M / 23 Feet
Draft: 2.5 M / 7,5 Feet
Motor: Caterpillar 3408, 480HP
Generators: 2x Perkins 45KVH
Current: 110V / 220V
Air conditioned: All cabins and social area
Radio: VHF, HF, GPS, Sonar and Radar
Speed: 9 - 11 knots
Capacity: 16 passengers
Crew: 7 + 1 professional naturalist guide
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10 Day Tour |
Sunday/Tuesday
Wednesday/Friday
Day 1 : Arrive Quito
Day 2 : Fly Baltra - Bachas Beach
Day 3 : Genovesa
Day 4 : Bartolome - Santiago
Day 5 : Santa Cruz
Day 6 : Floreana
Day 7 : Espanola
Day 8 : Santa Fe - South Plaza
Day 9 : North Seymour - Fly Quito
Day 10 : Return Home
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7 Day Tour |
Wednesday/Tuesday
Day 1 : Arrive Quito
Day 2 : Fly Baltra - Santa Cruz
Day 3 : Floreana
Day 4 : Espanola
Day 5 : Santa Fe - South Plaza
Day 6 : North Seymour - Fly Quito
Day 7 : Return Home
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Ship Information
All itineraries are subject to change due to weather or adjustments by the National Park Service.
Accommodations : Rates include our standard accommodations in Quito or Guayaquil. Optional hotel upgrades available.
Quito | Guayaquil
Prices Include :
2 nights accommodation in Quito, Galapagos Cruise (5D or 8D), meals while in the Galapagos, Quito representative, naturalist guide while on yacht, all domestic transfers and breakfasts at hotel.
Not included in the Price :
Domestic airfare: (Quito/Gal/Quito), international airfare, international transfers, airport taxes, travel insurance, lunch and dinner while in towns or cities, entrance to Galapagos National Park($100).
Airfare : Roundtrip flights (Guayaquil/Gal/Guayaquil)
- $305 - Low Season : (Sep 15 - Oct 31, May 1 - June 14)
- $350 - High Season : (June 15 - Sept 14, Nov 1 - April 30)
Airfare : Roundtrip flights (Quito/Gal/Quito)
- $340 - Low Season : (Sep 15 - Oct 31, May 1 - June 14)
- $400 - High Season : (June 15 - Sept 14, Nov 1 - April 30)
Pre & Post Tour Accommodations : Share US$45, Single US$60
Optional Single Supplement : 50%
Rates are based on double occupancy. Travelers can elect to pay a single supplement if they would prefer a private room, pending availability at the time of booking. Single travelers willing to share are not required to pay the supplement.
Although Alexia Travel And Living, will make every effort to honor single cabin requests, the yachts reserve the right to refund this supplement and pair up single travelers if necessary during peak travel times.
Snorkeling Information :
- Available free of charge.
Diving Information :
- $82.50/immersion includes personal equipment.
- Maximum of 6 immersions.
Wetsuit Information :
- Available for rent for $35 for 10 day tour (or $5/day).
Child Discount :
- 20% for children under the age of 12 sharing with an adult.
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