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La Pinta: luxury, pleasure & comfort
Exclusive Galapagos Cruises is proud to present Yacht La Pinta, the ultimate luxurious expedition yacht in the Galapagos Islands. The 63-meter (207-foot) yacht accommodates 48 guests. A full week discovery trip to the Galapagos Islands aboard La Pinta allows encounters with unique fauna, like the famous giant Galapagos tortoises in the wild, penguins, land and marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, flamingos and the famous Darwin’s finches. After intense days of wildlife exploration, yacht La Pinta provides a haven of relaxation and tranquility with tastefully appointed accommodations and all the facilities for a stylish yet informal ambiance. La Pinta guests will cover all aspects of the Galapagos: discovery, adventure, environmental interpretation, aquatic activities, relaxation, superb service and great dining. Naturalist Guides enhance their interpretative skills with the use of state-of-the-art-expedition equipment. Our staff embraces a spirit of adventure, while at the same time ensures that you always travel in comfort and safety.
Its name
La Pinta is the Spanish name of Abingdon Island in the northwest of the Galapagos Archipelago – where the famous Lonesome George giant tortoise comes from. Lonesome George is the world’s most celebrated tortoise, for being the last surviving individual of an otherwise extinct race. He is depicted in the logo of the Galapagos National Park and an emblem of conservation. It is also the name of one of the caravels in which Christopher Columbus sailed on his trip to America: Pinta, Niña and Santa Maria
Accomodations
La Pinta’s ample staterooms provide Galapagos explorers with unparalleled comfort. Its 24 cabins are located mid-ship, in the Upper Deck, with double beds (32” x 79” inches), which can be converted to one Queen bed (64” x 79” inches), with private bathroom and air conditioning. Six cabins are connected, for the convenience of families traveling together, and there are also 4 triple cabins of approximately 22 square meters (236 square feet). Bedding is fine cotton, down duvets and a choice of pillows. Bathrooms have all the amenities, hair dryer and plenty of plush towels.
For young explorers
Our “Young Pirates” program allows children, 7 to 12 years old, to fully absorb Galapagos --at their own pace. Young guests will enjoy a different educational approach, with “children only” activities, special meals, interpretative recreational material and books. Our goal is that everyone can thoroughly enjoy this natural paradise, appreciate the efforts for its conservation and fully participate in all planned activities.
Gastronomy
Ecuador has one of the tastiest cuisines in South America, with a great variety of fruits and vegetables, where the country¡¦s biodiversity is reflected. Along with the traditional international cuisine, and some Ecuadorian delicacies, our creative chef offers healthy, light and delicious meals. A choice of wines is available for dinner.
Guests will thoroughly enjoy the variety of colorful tropical fruit juices every morning, and the generous buffet for lunch, with many fresh salads, cold cuts, cheeses, seafood and of course, plenty of vegetarian options. Weather permitting, ¡al fresco¡¦ meals and Bar-B-Q¡¦ are offered in the Sun Deck.
All meals are free seating with no dress code, and the presence at dinner of our Captain or Officers will delight everyone¡¦s greatest social moment. They will be happy to join you at your table.Coffee, tea, crackers and biscuits are available for guests at all times.
The crew
Multilingual Naturalist Guides, Licensed by the Galapagos National Park lead explorers through the wonders of the Galapagos Islands. Their schooling, years of experience and passion for nature and conservation help guests understand the pace and tone of wilderness. Naturalists are the leaders of expeditions; their expertise matches their contagious enthusiasm, whether discussing geology or bird watching, snorkeling or stargazing, evolution or sports. La Pinta crew is made up of professionals, passionate for Galapagos and ready to cater to the needs of the most discerning guests.
Photo Gallery La Pinta
Important Information
- Owner: ETICA / Metropolitan Touring. Reconstructed and refitted in Callao, Peru in 2007
- Type of Vessel: Motor Yacht
- Engines: 2 DEUTZ model SBA 8M 1275 HP
- Length: 63 meters (207 feet)
- Beam: 12 meters (39.37 feet)
- Gross Tonnage: 1541
- Speed: 12 knots
- Electricity: 110-220 Volts 50Hz
- Navigation Equipment: Gyrocompass, Automatic Pilot, radar, and GPS
- Safety Certificates: (SOLAS, STCW, MARPOL, ISM COD 12)
- Fire Detector: Automatic with control from the bridge
- Lif Jackets: In each cabin. Inflatable life raft 2 x 50 persons and 6 x 50 persons
- Landing Craft: 3 Pumar inflatable landing craft + glass bottom boat
- Capacity: 48 guests
- Cabins: 24 outside cabins, in the same deck with twin or queen-size beds.
- Double Cabin size: 16 square meters (175 square feet).
- Triple Cabin size: 22 square meters (236 square feet) with sofa bed.
- Decks: (Sun deck, Cabin deck, Main deck) Three public decks include an ample bar-salon, dining room, natural history library, sky bar and sundeck.
- Wellness: Jacuzzi, Gym
- Crew: 24
- Naturalists: 3
- Medical Officer: Permanently on board
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8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS CRUISE
| FROM FRIDAY TO FRIDAY | |
|---|---|
Day |
Time |
| Friday | AM: Arrival to Baltra Island PM: North Seymour Island |
| Saturday | AM: Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela Island) PM: Punta Espinoza (Fernandina Island) |
| Sunday | AM: Urbina Bay (Isabela Island) PM: Tagus Cove (Isabela Island) |
| Monday | AM: Rábida Island (Jervis) PM: (Dragon Hill) Santa Cruz Island) |
| Tuesday | AM: Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Research Station PM: Highlands of Santa Cruz Island |
| Wednesday | AM: Baroness Cove & Post Office Bay (Floreana Island) PM: Punta Cormorant (Cormorant Point, Floreana Island) |
| Thursday | AM: Santa Fe Island PM: South Plaza Island |
| Friday | AM: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristobal Island) |
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS CRUISE
| FROM MONDAY TO FRIDAY | |
|---|---|
Day |
Time |
| Monday | AM: Baltra Airport PM: El Chato (Santa Cruz Island) |
| Tuesday | AM: Bahía Ballena – Whale Bay (Santa Cruz Island) PM: Sombrero Chino Islet |
| Wednesday | AM: Bartolomé Island PM: Sullivan Bay (James Island) |
| Thursday | AM: Darwin Bay (Tower/Genovesa Island) PM: Prince Philip's Steps (Tower/Genovesa Island) |
| Friday | AM: Baltra Island |
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS CRUISE
| FROM FRIDAY TO MONDAY | |
|---|---|
Day |
Time |
| Friday | AM: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristóbal Island) PM: Cerro Brujo (San Cristóbal Island) |
| Saturday | AM: Natural Galapaguera (San Cristóbal Island) PM: Punta Pitt (San Cristóbal Island) |
| Sunday | AM: Punta Suarez (Española (Hood) Island) PM: Gardner Bay (Española Island) |
| Monday | AM: Charles Darwin Research Station |
La Pinta Deckplan
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Tariffs 2011
| YACHT LA PINTA | 8 Days / 7 Nights |
|---|---|
Twin / Double |
$ 4,935 |
Single* |
$ 7,403 |
FUEL SURCHARGE NET PER GUEST |
203 |
*Only 3 cabins are available for single use
Twin / Double Cabins for single use have a surcharge of 50% of the price.
During Peak Season: Apr 15-22/ Apr 22-29/ Dec 23-30 /
Dec 30- Jan 06
- There will be a GROSS surcharge of US$ 200.00 per adult and US$ 130.00 per child.
- No discounts apply.
- Twin / Double Cabins for single use have a surcharge of 100% of the price.
Children Policy:
- Children under 12 sharing cabin with parents, 25% off. (Applies only to one child per adult paying full fare).
- Minimum age 6 years old
LA PINTA GALAPAGOS RATES INCLUDE:
Accommodations, all meals, island sightseeing, naturalist guides and lecture services in English/Spanish only, snorkeling gear, taxes and transfers in the islands.
Transfer from main hotels in Quito (Hilton Colon, Swissôtel, Marriott, Dann Carlton) and in Guayaquil (Hilton Colon, Oro Verde, Hampton Inn, Sheraton) to airport for flights to / from Galápagos are included in these rates. To coordinate these transfers we must have guest's hotel contact.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Wet Suits available for rent, NET rate $ 15 + VAT per guest for 4- or 5-day expeditions.
- Wet Suits available for rent, NET rate $ 30 + VAT per guest for 8-day expeditions.
- Air transportation to / from Galápagos.
- Galápagos National Park entrance fee (US$ 100 subject to change without previous notice).
- Migration Control Card (US $ 10 subject to change without previous notice).
- Gratuities, bar, gifts and additional items.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- EQ Touring guarantees air space.
- Galápagos Itineraries are subject to change due to weather, logistical or operational reasons.
- All rates are subject to change. FUEL SURCHARGE APPLIES
(See POLICIES SHEET for booking, payment and cancellation policies for FITs and GROUPS)
Tariffs 2012
| YACHT LA PINTA | Eastern Islands FRI / MON 4D / 3N |
Northern Islands MON / FRI 5D / 4N |
Western Islands FRI / FRI 8D / 7N |
|---|---|---|---|
Twin / Double |
$ 2,427 |
$ 3,236 |
$ 5,663 |
Single* |
$ 3,559 |
$ 4,745 |
$ 8,304 |
IMPORTANT NOTE
It is possible to extend your trip aboard this yacht.
With the 2012 itineraries, discounts will be applied to all reservations that combine itineraries as follows:
- For Yacht La Pinta a 10% discount applies on the Eastern Islands Itinerary (4 Days /3 Nights), or the Northern Islands Itinerary ( 5 Days /4 Nights) if a Western Islands Itinerary (8 Days / 7 Nights) is added to either of them.
- If the reservation is for 15 Days/14 Nights, there will be a discount of 50% on the Eastern Islands Itinerary (4 Days/3 Nights)
- No discount applies for the combination of the Eastern Islands Itinerary (4D/3N) + the Northern Islands Itinerary (5D/4N).
- These discounts are not applicable for promotional rates.
- These discounts are applicable only for full rate bookings.
*Only 3 cabins are available for single use
Twin / Double Cabins for single use have a surcharge of 50% of the price.
During Peak Season: Mar 30-Apr 6/ Apr 6-9/ Apr 9-13/ Dec 21-28 / Dec 28-31 / Dec 31- Jan 04
- There will be a GROSS surcharge of US$ 200.00 per adult and US$ 130.00 per child.
- No discounts apply.
- Twin / Double Cabins for single use have a surcharge of 100% of the price.
Children Policy:
- Children under 12 sharing cabin with parents, 25% off. (Applies only to one child per adult paying full fare).
- Minimum age 6 years old
LA PINTA GALAPAGOS RATES INCLUDE:
Accommodations, all meals, island sightseeing, naturalist guides and lecture services in English/Spanish only, snorkeling gear, taxes and transfers in the islands.
Transfer from main hotels in Quito (Casa Gangotena, Hilton Colon, Swissôtel, Marriott, Dann Carlton) and in Guayaquil (Hilton Colon, Oro Verde, Hampton Inn, Sheraton) to airport for flights to / from Galápagos are included in these rates. To coordinate these transfers we must have guest's hotel contact.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Wet Suits available for rent, NET rate $ 30 + VAT per guest for 8-day expeditions.
- Wet Suits available for rent, NET rate $ 15 + VAT per guest for 4 or 5 days expeditions.
- Air transportation to / from Galápagos please see rates below.
- Galápagos National Park entrance fee (US$ 100 subject to change without previous notice).
- Migration Control Card (US $ 10 subject to change without previous notice).
- Alcoholic and non alcoholic beverage, gratuities, gifts and additional items.
- Internet / Wi-Fi
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- EQ Touring guarantees air space.
- Galápagos Itineraries are subject to change due to weather, logistical or operational reasons.
- All rates are subject to change.
(See POLICIES SHEET for booking, payment and cancellation policies for FITs and GROUPS)
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