The Encantada is a striking red motor-sailing yacht which has proven extremely popular with our past clients. It is for small group travel which gives a more intimate experience of the islands and runs a great 8-day itinerary showing both the wildlife and landscape highlights to its passengers.
PAST CLIENT FEEDBACK "Encantada is small - definitely among the smallest of the other boats we saw - but very cozy. The crew were helpful, provided good food/drinks, and attended to every need that we had." (Jean Lee, USA) "I was very impressed with the crew - so friendly and helpful to us. The boat was comfortable too" (Ingrid, Sweden) "The Encantada was perfect - couldn't fault it in any way. An incredible trip!" (Victoria and Lucy, UK) "Great passengers, crew, boat, itinerary, nature, weather & destination. My 40th birthday could not have been more special and I will never forget being sung happy birthday in 7 different languages. Many thanks to all for making this such a special occasion!" (Simon Jones, Encantada) YACHT SPECIFICATIONS: Length - 69ft, 21m Beam - 17ft, 5.2m Speed - 7 knots Crew - 5 + guide Level of guide - II Capacity - 12 ACCOMMODATION: No. cabins - 5 twin cabins with bunk beds, 1 cabin with double bed Private bathroom - yes Air conditioning - yes Hot water - yes Sundeck - yes Other - TV/DVD, dining area, dive platform SCHEDULED ITINERARY: WED - Baltra, Santa Cruz highlands, Charles Darwin station THU - Floreana FRI - Española SAT - San Cristobal: leon dormido, isla lobos, Santa Fé SUN - North Seymour, Black turtle cove MON - Rabida, Bartolome TUE - Genovesa WED - Plazas, Baltra Each day offers guided excursions to the islands with an english-speaking naturalist guide who will explain more about all of the wildlife you see. Most days also offering snorkeling opportunities where if you are lucky you will be swimming side-by-side with sealions, turtles, sharks and colorful fish. This tour is particularly suitable for: * wildlife enthusiasts * yacht cruisers * a relaxing getaway * snorkelers / underwater nature lovers * bird watchers * those interested in eco-tourism INTRODUCTION TO GALAPAGOS: The islands were first made famous by the visit of Charles Darwin in 1831 and his resulting studies and publications on human evolution. Today the islands are a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to a wealth of protected wildlife and interesting volcanic landscapes. For the tourist the islands offer an unforgettable wildlife encounter - swimming with sealions, snorkeling with colorful fish, the famous giant tortoises, impressive bird colonies, pristine beaches, fearless reptiles and the chance to walk among the many uniquely evolved species found only at the archipelago. SUGGESTED ADD-ON SERVICES: We would be happy to help out with hotel extensions in either Quito or Santa cruz island. Notes: Inclusions:
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