Cachalote Explorer
per person
OVERVIEW
Key Features:
- Excellent 5- and 7-night itineraries
- Outstanding guides and crew
- Air-conditioning
Overview:
The Cachalote Explorer is a mid-range class motor yacht that is well known for its excellent itineraries and good guides.
Originally a fishing boat, built for the rough waters of the Canadian West Coast in 1988, the Cachalote Explorer is a bit more stable than other motor yachts that cruise the Galapaogs Islands. It was converted into a passenger yacht in the beginning of the 21st century and has been remodeled and adapted to cruise the Galapagos Islands in 2018.
The Cachalote Explorer features eight cabins with private facilities for up to 16 guests. Six of the rooms are located on the lower deck and two on the upper deck. Except for two lower deck cabins with one matrimonial bed each, all rooms feature bunk beds.
PHOTOS
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ITINERARY
Fernandina Itinerary: Isabela & Fernandina
WED |
am |
Arrival to Baltra Airport and transfer to the yacht |
pm |
Santa Cruz Island: Highlands and Charles Darwin Station |
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THU |
am |
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pm |
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FRI |
am |
Isabela Island: Sierra Negra Volcano |
pm |
Isabela Island: Villamil Port |
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SAT |
am |
Isabela Island: Moreno Point |
pm |
Isabela Island: Elizabeth Bay |
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SUN |
am |
Isabela Island: Urbina Bay |
pm |
Isabela Island: Tagus Cove |
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MON |
am |
Fernandina Island: Espinosa Point |
pm |
Isabela Island: Vicente Roca Point |
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TUE |
am |
Santiago Island: Egas Port |
pm |
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WED |
am |
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Transfer to Baltra Airport |
Tower Itinerary: Española & Genovesa
WED |
am |
Arrival to Baltra Airport and transfer to the yacht |
pm |
Santa Cruz Island: Highlands and Charles Darwin Station |
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THU |
am |
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pm |
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FRI |
am |
San Cristobal Island: Witch Hill |
pm |
San Cristobal Island: El Junco Lagoon |
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SAT |
am |
Española Island: Gardner Bay |
pm |
Española Island: Suarez Point |
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SUN |
am |
Floreana Island: Cormorant Point and Devil’s Crown |
pm |
Floreana Island: Post Office Bay |
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MON |
am |
Santa Cruz Island: Dragon Hill |
pm |
Santiago Island: Sullivan Bay |
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TUE |
am |
Genovesa Island: Darwin Bay |
pm |
Genovesa Island: Prince Philip’s Steps |
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WED |
am |
Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle Cove |
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Transfer to Baltra Airport |
SPECIFICATIONS
TECHNICAL INFORMATION OF M/Y CACHALOTE EXPLORER
Boat Type: | First Class Motor Yacht |
Year of Construction: | 1988 |
Year of Remodeling: | 2018 |
Length: | 88 ft / 27 m |
Beam: | 24 ft / 7 m |
Capacity: | 16 passengers |
Speed: | 8 knots (approximate cruising speed) |
Accommodation: |
8 Double cabins for up to 16 guests. Triple and quadruple rooms for families are available. Each room features private facilities and air conditioning. Lower Deck:Cabins #3, #4 and #7
Cabin #1
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Crew: | Captain, 4 sailors, engineers, cook, barman and 1 multilingual naturalist guide |
RATES
2021 Rates per Person | ||
5 Nights | 7 Nights | |
Standard Upper Deck Cabin | US $3070 | US $4030 |
Standard Lower Deck Cabin | US $2990 | US $3950 |
Small Lower Deck Cabin #8 |
US $2750 | US $3600 |
Chat with us to learn more about discounts on selected departures.
Rates Include:
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Accommodation in a double room with private bathroom
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All meals during the cruise
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Water, coffee and tea
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Visits according to the itinerary
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English-speaking naturalist guide (certified by the Galapagos National Park)
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Transportation during the cruise
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Use of snorkel gear
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Wetsuit rental
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Use of kayaks (only where permitted and when possible)
Rates Do Not Include:
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Flight tickets (should be booked together with the cruise)
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Galapagos National Park fees (subject to change)
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Galapagos entrance fee ($100, cash only)
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INGALA transit control card ($20, cash only)
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Additional beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
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Tips
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Travel and medical insurance
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Bank/credit card fees depending on payment option
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Personal expenses and services not previously specified
Important Notes:
Special discounts apply for groups of 4+.
A supplement applies for Christmas and New Year's departures.
Child discount: 30%. Conditions apply.
Single supplement: 50%. Conditions apply.
Midland Travel highly recommends all travelers to have a travel insurance including medical cover.
Rates and itineraries are subject to change.