Description
A discovery trip to the Galapagos Islands aboard La Pinta allows for exciting encounters with unique flora and fauna, including giant Galapagos tortoises, land and marine iguanas, flamingos, penguins, blue footed boobies and famous Darwin finches, to name but a few.
A Swedish firm, experts in marine architecture and design, have transformed La Pinta into an exclusive expedition vessel. The elegant 207ft yacht can accommodate up to 48 guests in 24 outside facing cabins, with a contemporary, fresh decor and fantastic floor to ceiling windows. The clever design of the yacht means that guests can enjoy fantastic views throughout the boat, whether relaxing on deck in the jacuzzi, enjoying a delicious meal in the dining room or browsing through the books in the natural history library.
La Pinta operates a 7 night in-depth itinerary round the Galapagos, with countless opportunities for wildlife viewing on daily explorations to the islands with the on board naturalist guides, who will share their enthusiasm for this unique destination with you. There is also the opportunity to take a trip on the glass bottom boat, snorkel and swim with the marine life and if you’re lucky you may spot whales and dolphins whilst cruising from island to island.
Families are particularly welcome on board La Pinta and are well catered for, with the option of triple and connecting cabins and a special kids program for children aged 6-12.
Guide price
£4,675
per person
£4,675 per person based on international and domestic flights plus tax, 2nts in Quito staying at the colonial Patio Andaluz and 7nts cruising staying in a cabin with picture windows on a Full Board basis including all regular excursions plus fuel surcharges.
Accommodation
La Pinta has 24 outside facing, air conditioned cabins with private bathrooms and picture windows for great views. The cabins are decorated in a fresh modern style and have a sound system with Ipod/MP3 dock, fine cotton bed linens, down duvets and a choice of pillows. Double cabins have two twin beds that can also be made into a queen and triple cabins have the same, with the addition of a sofa bed.
Childcare
Children from the age of 6 are welcome on board La Pinta and there is a special "Young Pirates" program for children 6-12yrs old, featuring special children's activities, kids menus and educational materials. Triple cabins are available on board La Pinta and 6 cabins are interconnecting, making ideal family accommodation.
Facilities
There is ample public space on board La Pinta. The Boat Deck has an outside Sky Bar, jacuzzi, natural history library, exercise room and observation lounge and bar, whilst the Main Deck has a small boutique and a dining room. If the weather is fine meals may be served al-fresco on the covered sun deck. La Pinta also has a glass bottom boat, sea kayaks, snorkel equipment and wet suits for guests.
Activities
Guests on board the La Pinta have the opportunity to participate in the daily visits to the islands, lead by the ship's expert bilingual naturalist guides. There is also plenty of time to enjoy swimming, snorkelling with the wildlife, kayaking, and stargazing. Natural history talks are also given by the guides and give the perfect opportunity to learn more about the fascinating local wildlife.
Services
La Pinta has an expert crew of 24 plus 4 bilingual naturalist guides and a medical officer. All are highly qualified and will ensure you have a safe, fun and informative cruise.
When to travel
All year round destination, but seas can be heavier from August to October.
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Location and directions
Galapagos, Ecuador
The Galapagos archipelago consists of 19 volcanic islands and 40 islets, 600miles off the coast of Ecuador.
How to get there
3hr domestic flight to the Galapagos from mainland Ecuador.
