Characteristics:
Galapagos Odyssey is a brand new luxury yacht, currently being finished in a shipyard in Guayaquil and due to have its maiden voyage in July 2008.
Galapagos Odyssey Yacht Vacations offer nature avid travellers the opportunity to experience close encounters with the unique wildlife of the Galapagos Islands.
The best way for a traveller to make the most of their Galapagos Vacation time is to cruise around the Islands and experience several visitor sites each day.
At Galaodyssey we focus on the natural encounters with the unique Galapagos Islands wildlife. Our well planned shore excursions allow passengers to see up close the Galapagos animals and how they have adapted to the harsh Island conditions.
On your Galapagos Vacation we also make sure that survival of the fittest is observed and not experienced... this is why we designed the M/V Galapagos Odyssey, a luxury yacht that represents a true evolution in the private yacht cruise industry.
At GalaOdyssey we put in over 100 years of combined experience in the design of our brand new luxury yacht "M/V Galapagos Odyssey". You will not find a private yacht in the Galapagos Islands that offers more space, comfort or service on a 16 passenger boat. Amenities on board include a Jacuzzi, Al Fresco dining area, spa service, spacious sun and shade decks, combined with elegant interiors and a cabin layout that allows for picture windows that can be opened for fresh air flow.
A great Galapagos Vacation itinerary that includes the main wildlife highlights the Galapagos Islands have to offer. A variety of visitor sites including volcano hikes, Island trails, mangrove forests, turtle breeding farms, research centers, marine sites and more. A cruise on board the M/V Galapagos Odyssey will allow visitors to explore the both land animals and marine fauna of the Galapagos archipelago. Activities you can enjoy are trekking, horseback riding, kayaking, snorkelling, scuba diving, beachcombing amongst others.
| Odyssey Yacht - Specifications |
| Permit for 16 passengers, capacity for 20 |
| Mono hull of steel |
| 10 Cabins for passengers, all with lower berths. Four twin cabins are located on the upper deck, two twin cabins and two matrimonial cabins are located on the main deck. Two additional cabins are matrimonial/single cabins located on the lower deck and can be made available for tour leaders and/or single passengers. All cabins have private facilities, individually controlled air conditioning, a small desk and sofa. All the 8 main and upper deck cabins feature large windows which can be individually opened. |
| 41 mts long & 8 mts wide |
| 4 passenger decks (sun deck, top deck, main deck, lower deck). |
| 12 knots cruise speed. |
| The highest deck is a sun deck with comfortable loungers and a jacuzzi. |
| The top deck offers a shaded area and a cocktail bar. |
| Besides a spacious lounge, dining area, bar and library on the main deck, there is a shaded outside space for al fresco dining. |
The Galapagos Odyssey cabins are spacious and full of amenities. Each cabin has twin or matrimonial beds, a mini bar, inter-cabin telephone, 3 panoramic windows that can be opened, sofa, individually controlled air conditioning. All cabins have private bathrooms with hot and cold running water.
Cabins are 21 square meters (226 square feet) in extension, giving lots of room to relax. There is an area for luggage and there are pull out drawers under each bed.
Suggested Itinerary:
Day 01: Sunday: Flight Quito - Guayaquil - Baltra / Bachas Beach
PM – Bachas (Santa Cruz)
Day 02: Monday: Bartolome
AM - Bartolome
PM – Sullivan Bay (Santiago)
Day 03: Tuesday: Isabela
AM – Sierra Negra Volcano (Isabela)
PM – White Tipped Reef Shark Canal (Isabela)
Day 04: Wednesday: Santa Cruz
AM – Highlands (Santa Cruz)
PM – Charles Darwin Station (Santa Cruz)
Day 05: Thursday: San Cristobal
AM - Leon Dormido - Interpretation Center (San Cristobal)
PM – Loberia (San Cristobal)
Day 06: Friday: Española
AM – Gardner Bay (Espanola)
PM – Punta Suarez (Espanola)
Day 07: Saturday: Floreana
AM – Punta Cormorant (Floreana)
PM – Post office bay (Floreana)
Day 08: Sunday: Seymour
AM – North Seymour - tour ends
IMPORTANT NOTES
Itinerary subject to change.
Activities during cruise:
On your vacation aboard the Galapagos Odyssey we want to offer you activities that will allow you to perceive Galapagos from different perspectives: guided hikes, snorkeling, swimming, optional diving, wildlife observation and bird watching will give you the opportunity to experience the closest and most intimate encounters with the unique nature.
Snorkeling
This is a unique opportunity to experience the wonders of the Galapagos marine reserve like sea lions, sharks, turtles, penguins and marine iguanas flopping around the water.
Scuba Diving
Galapagos is one of the top diving spots in the world! With any immersion you may have the opportunity to see large pelagic fish, manta rays, stingrays, eagle rays, turtles, morays, hammerhead sharks and much more! You'll have the opportunity to dive on one or two days during your cruise. More details about this activity and the dive sites can be found in the detailed day by day Itinerary.
Hiking
Guided hikes will give you an amazing opportunity to get up close with nature. Moreover you will enjoy the truly spectacular landscapes of different geological formations.
Wildlife Observation and Bird Watching
The encounters with the unique and fearless animals at very short distances is absolutely one of the most fascinating aspects of your visit to the Galapagos Archipelago. Moreover the Galapagos Islands are a real bird watcher's dream: 29 of the 58 resident bird species are endemic, such as the Darwin Finches, the Flightless Cormorant, the Red footed Booby, among others.
Prices per person for 2008:
FIT'S - Matrimonial/Twin Cabin occupancy USD 3400
Single Cabin Lower Deck USD 5100
Single Cabin Main Deck / Upper Deck USD 6800
Charter - Maximum 16 pax USD 47600
Included in your Galapagos Odyssey cruise:
All transfers in Galapagos; Matrimonial/Twin cabin accommodation with private facilities; All meals, Water, Coffee and Tea; All excursions as mentioned in the itinerary (itinerary subject to change) with English speaking naturalist guide class 3; Snorkeling equipment.
Not included in your Galapagos Odyssey cruise:
Roundtrip flight to Galapagos; Galapagos National Park entrance fee (currently USD 100 pp, the payment can only be in cash.); Transit Control Card (currently USD 10 pp); Soft- and alcoholic drinks; Personal expenses; Extras and Tips.
Notes:
1. All rates are in US Dollars and per person
2. Child discount: 20% of net rate. Only applicable for children under 12 years.
3. All rates mentioned are subject to change in the event of local tax increases or other unforeseen circumstances.
NET RATE FOR THE FLIGHT TICKETS TO GALAPAGOS: |
ROUTE |
ADT |
CHD |
| Quito –Galápagos – Quito |
414.00 |
216.00 |
| Quito- Galápagos-Guayaquil |
391.00 |
205.00 |
| Guayaquil-Galápagos-Quito |
391.00 |
205.00 |
| Guayaquil-Galápagos-Guayaquil |
369.00 |
195.00 |
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