Alya Galapagos Cruise | Motor Catamaran

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Yacht Class

De Luxe

Program Duration

5-15 Days

Capacity

16 Guests

Overview

The Alya Galapagos Cruise vessel is a catamaran with space for 16 guests, offering options of 4, 5, and 8 day itineraries. All trips include snorkeling, kayaking, brief treks, and more.

After a day of activities, you can enjoy a book from the library, watch a movie in the media room, soak in the jacuzzi, or enjoy a cocktail on the sundeck. The cabins are designed with comfort in mind, all with en-suite washrooms, and 8 of the 9 cabins offer a private balcony. The yacht’s décor and finishings are truly first class.

The crew and guide will ensure that the trip is fun, informative, active, and memorable, whilst at the same time looking after the safety of the guests and wildlife of the archipelago.

Next departures

Tour Name Start Date End Date Spaces Left Price From

Itinerary Details

Itinerary Details

Day 1 – Baltra Arrival – Black Turtle CoveAMBaltra Arrival

Baltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.

PMBlack Turtle Cove

Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle CoveThis shallow inlet is surrounded by mangroves and provides natural protection for a variety of marine life.


Day 2 – Darwin Bay – Prince Phillip StepsAMDarwin Bay

Genovesa Island: Darwin BayA coral beach where a 750 mt. trail takes you through more seabird colonies.

PMPrince Phillip Steps

Genovesa Island: Prince Phillip´s StepsAn extraordinary, steep path leads through a seabird colony full of life, up to cliffs that are 25m high.


Day 3 – Sullivan Bay – Bartholomew IslandAMSullivan Bay

Santiago Island: Sullivan BayThe lava field has a variety of patterns made by the shapes and textures of trees that once existed there.

PMBartholomew Island

Bartholomew IslandBartholomew is home of the Pinnacle Rock, the most famous view in the Galapagos, and a beautiful white-sanded beach.


Day 4 – Sombrero Chino – Mosquera IsletAMSombrero Chino

Sombrero Chino IslandThe landing is on a beautiful crescent-shaped beach, home to sea lions and Sally Lightfoot crabs.

PMMosquera Islet

Mosquera IslandThe island consists is a long narrow stretch of white sand, rocks, and tide pools.


Day 5 – Charles Darwin Station – Baltra DepartureAMCharles Darwin Station

Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin StationAn organisation that provides scientific assistance to ensure the proper preservation of the Galapagos.

Baltra Departure

Baltra. Transfer to the Airport.


Itinerary Details

Day 1 – Baltra Arrival – HighlandsAMBaltra Arrival

Baltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.

PMHighlands

Santa Cruz Island: HighlandsThe highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt.


Day 2 – Moreno Point – Elizabeth BayAMMoreno Point

Isabela Island: Moreno PointBeautiful rocky shores where penguins and shore birds, including blue herons, are usually spotted.

PMElizabeth Bay

Isabela Island: Elizabeth BayAs enter you the bay, hawks can soar overhear and schools of fish can be seen swimming underneath.


Day 3 – Urbina Bay – Espinosa PointAMUrbina Bay

Isabela Island: Urbina BayIts waters are a good place to see turtles and rays. Ashore you´ll find a short trail leading to a coral reef.

PMEspinosa Point

Fernandina Island: Espinosa PointA narrow stretch of land where hundreds of marine iguanas gather largely on black lava rocks.


Day 4 – Tagus Cove – Vicente Roca PointAMTagus Cove

Isabela Island: Tagus CoveAn opportunity to see penguins as well as marine iguanas, Sally Lightfoot crabs and sea lions.

PMVicente Roca Point

Isabela Island: Vicente Roca PointThe remnants of an ancient volcano form two turquoise coves with a bay protected from ocean swells.


Day 5 – Espumilla Beach – Puerto EgasAMEspumilla Beach

Santiago Island: Espumilla BeachEspumilla Beach is a popular place for marine iguanas and Sally Lightfoot Crabs.

PMPuerto Egas

Santiago Island: Puerto EgasPuerto Egas, with its black sand beaches, was the site of small salt mining industry in the 1960s.


Day 6 – Bachas Beach – Baltra DepartureAMBachas Beach

Santa Cruz Island: Bachas BeachA swimming beach and one of the few remnants of the U.S. World War II presence in the Galápagos.

Baltra Departure

Baltra. Transfer to the Airport.


Itinerary Details

Day 1 – Baltra Arrival – North Seymour IslandAMBaltra Arrival

Baltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.

PMNorth Seymour Island

North Seymour IslandExplore the rocky coast, passing colonies of blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds.


Day 2 – South Plaza – Santa Fe IslandAMSouth Plaza

South Plaza IslandSouth Plaza has one of the largest populations of land iguanas in the Galapagos.

PMSanta Fe Island

Santa Fe IslandA volcanic uplift that hosts a forest of Opuntia and palo santo. Endemic land iguanas are often seen.


Day 3 – Interpretation Center – Isla LobosAMInterpretation Center

San Cristobal Island: Interpretation CenterA series of interactive exhibits providing information about the history and biodiversity of the Galapagos.

PMIsla Lobos

San Cristobal Island: Isla LobosThis small island is named after the sea lions that rest and play on its rocky shores.


Day 4 – Gardner Bay – Suarez PointAMGardner Bay

Española Island: Gardner BayGardner Bay has a magnificent beach with turquoise waters. The bay is home of a large colony of sea lions.

PMSuarez Point

Española Island: Suárez PointSuarez Point is one of the most outstanding wildlife areas of the archipelago.


Day 5 – Cormoran Point – Devils Crown – FloreanaAMCormoran Point

Floreana Island: Cormorant PointCormorant Point offers a trail overlooking a saltwater lagoon that is a favourite of flamingos.

Devils Crown

Floreana Island: Devil´s CrownArguably the best snorkeling site in the islands, Devil´s Crown boasts an amazing variety of fish.

PMFloreana

Alieri Hill


Day 6 – Highlands – Baltra DepartureAMHighlands

Santa Cruz Island: HighlandsThe highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt.

Baltra Departure

Baltra. Transfer to the Airport.


Rates

These are the standard prices for the Alya Galapagos cruises. There may be promotional rates available for your prospective travel dates. Let us know your travel plans and we will give you the best quote possible. If you see a lower published price elsewhere, and you prefer to book with us, just let us know.
Cabin Type 5 days 6 Days
Upper & Main Decks $3500 $4400
Rates Per Person – Based upon double occupancy

Included

• Airport assistance
• Transfers in Galapagos
• Accommodation in a double occupancy cabin
• All meals during the cruise
• Naturalist Bilingual Guide
• All visits & excursions according to the
itinerary
• Snorkel Gear (mask, snorkel, and fins)
• Kayaks
• Unlimited purified water, coffee and tea
• Soft drinks
• Wetsuits
• Paddleboards
• Beach towels

Not Included

• Local flight to/from Galapagos
• Galapagos National Park Entrance fee
• Galapagos Transit card
• Alcoholic drinks
• Tips
• Local Taxes
• Travel Insurance
• Services not indicated

Deck Plans

Gallery

Technical Specs

Technical Specifications:

  • Capacity: 16
  • Contruction Year: 2017
  • Width: 12.50 mts / 43ft
  • Depth: 1.40 mts /4.59 ft
  • Max speed: 12 Knots
  • Exterior Material: Fiberglass
  • Crew: 9 crew members and 1 bilingual guide
  • Electricity: 110/220 V

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