Spondylus

Galapagos Islands Cruises

Spondylus for anchor - Galapagos Islands Spondylus cabin - Galapagos Islands Spondylus dining room - Galapagos Islands Spondylus deck - Galapagos Islands

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 chef offers a daily buffet of a variety of local and international dishes. Our bartender mixes delicious drinks and the crew's hospitality will ensure you a pleasant stay on board. 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.

To check the availability of the Spondylus or any other yacht or hotel, adventure or diving tour in the Galapagos, please send us a request and we will come back with an answer within 2 days

You may wish to charter the whole yacht solely for your group or family. Charter cruises are generally a little less per person and provide a more customised service. If you are interested in chartering the Spondylus or any other yacht, please request availability and a quotation for the yacht charter

Characteristics:
Type:	Motor Boat
LOA:	24.67 M / 81 Feet
Beam:	27,12 M / 23 Feet
Propulsion:	Caterpillar 3408, 480HP
Generators:	2x Perkins 45KVH
Speed:	10 knots
Equipment:	VHF, HF, GPS, Sonar and Radar
Capacity:	16 passengers
Cabins:	5 double, 3 matrimonial and 1 single cabins with lower beds, all with private facilities, hot/cold water, airconditioning
Social Areas:	Lounge with bar, TV, DVD, Stereo, and library Spacious Sundeck with bar
Crew	7 crew + 1 guide

Itinerary (subject to change):

8 days:
Monday:	Baltra; Bachas
Tuesday:	Genovesa
Wednesday:	Bartholomew, Sullivan Bay
Thursday:	Santa Cruz: Darwin Research Center, Highlands
Friday:	Floreana: Post Office Bay, Cormorant Point
Saturday:	Espanola: Suarez Point, Gardener Bay
Sunday:	San Cristobal Interpretation Center, Santa Fe
Monday:	North Seymour; Baltra
5 days:
Thursday:	Baltra; Santa Cruz:Darwin Research Center, Highlands
Friday:	Floreana: Post Office Bay, Cormorant Point
Saturday:	Espanola: Suarez Point, Gardener Bay
Sunday:	San Cristobal Interpretation Center, Santa Fe
Monday:	North Seymour; Baltra
4 days:
Monday:	Baltra; Bachas
Tuesday:	Genovesa
Wednesday:	Bartholomew, Sullivan Bay
Thursday:	Santa Cruz: Darwin Research Center; Baltra

Rates per person Spondylus
Cruise length	8 days		5 days		4 days
Season (HS = high season - LS = low season)	HS	LS	HS	LS	HS	LS
Rates	$ 1600	$ 1350	$ 1000	$ 850	$ 800	$ 675
	£ 896	£ 756	£ 560	£ 476	£ 448	£ 378
	€ 1327	€ 1120	€ 829	€ 705	€ 663	€ 560

(*) We can book all domestic flights through our local suppliers. Flight prices are susceptible to change at any time without prior notice (refer to General Information for latest prices)
(**) Price last updated on 27 January 2006. Current price may vary due to elements outside our control, so please always check by sending us a quotation request .