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The Evolution yacht is a 32-passenger luxury vessel, 192 feet long. It has the atmosphere of one of the smaller yachts in the islands, while providing some additional space. The decks and social areas are spacious and well-appointed. Guides, food, and service are of top quality. An excellent way to see the Galapagos, combining the best of small yacht cruising and comfort.
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We tailor itineraries to your dates and interests, adjusting hotels, excursions and length as desired.
We consistently receive 5 star reviews from our discerning clients.
The Evolution yacht has 16 cabins for up to 32 passengers with private facilities. There are 3 cabins on the Albatross (bridge) deck, no cabins on the Beagle (upper) deck, 9 cabins on the Cormorant (main) deck, and 4 cabins on the Darwin (lower) deck.
Albatross Deck: On this deck you will find 1 Master suite and 2 Standard suites with ocean-view windows. The captain’s bridge, the al-fresco sky lounge and al-fresco bar are also located on this deck.
Beagle Deck: This is the main deck of the yacht where on the interior you will find the dining room, the reception area with our onboard boutique, and the main lounge . On the outside of this deck, you will find the al-fresco dining area at the stern, and the Jacuzzi with lounge chairs for sunbathing on the bow.
Cormorant Deck: On this deck you will find 9 premium staterooms (double and twin) with ocean-view port holes. The infirmary and the public bathroom of the yacht are also found on this deck.
Darwin Deck: On this deck you will find 4 ample deluxe staterooms (twin and double) with port-holes.
Type: Motor Yacht / Expedition Vessel Length.: 192 feet / 58.5 meters Beam: 29 feet / 8.9 meters Engines: Caterpillar 3512 T1TA 1300hp Generators: Northern Lights 150 KVA Builder: Kanasashi Shipyard, Japan Cruising Speed: 10-12 knots Crew: 17 crew members plus up to 3 naturalist guides, 1 cruise director and 1 doctor Navigation Equipment: 72 mile Furuno Radar 19-53 CBB Navnet, Furuno GPS satellite navigator system, Furuno Depth Sounder, Simrad HS50 Electronic Girocompass, speed and distance log, compasses, barometers, forward looking echo sounder. Onboard Safety Equipment: EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon), 4 x 25 person open sea life rafts, life jackets, flares and signals, fire extinguishing system, and sprinkler system throughout the vessel. Safety equipment on board either meets or exceeds USA Coast Guard regulations. Comfort Equipment: Air Renewal System, Air conditioning throughout, TV / CD / VHS/DVD/Playstation 2, boutique, infirmary with MD on board, small jacuzzi. Communications Equipment: UHF, VHF radio, Satellite Phones Electricity: 110 volts AC / 60 Hz: 2 flat prongs
Saturday Arrive to Baltra / Daphne Major Islet
Sunday Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela) / Punta Espinosa (Fernandina)
Monday Isabela: Urbina Bay / Tagus Cove
Tuesday Bartolome Island / Sullivan Bay (Santiago Island)
Wednesday Santa Cruz: Bachas Beach / Rabida
Thursday Santa Cruz: Highlands / Charles Darwin Research Center
Friday Espanola: Punta Suarez / Gardner Bay
Saturday Interpretation Center (San Cristobal) / Return to Mainland
Saturday Arrive to San Cristobal / Cerro Brujo
Sunday South Plaza / Punta Carrion (Santa Cruz) / Mosquera Islet
Monday Santiago: Chinese Hat / James Bay
Tuesday Genovesa Island: Darwin Bay / Prince Phillip’s Steps
Wednesday North Seymour / Santa Fe
Thursday Floreana: Post Office Bay / Cormorant Point / Devil’s Crown
Friday Santa Cruz: Highlands / Charles Darwin Research Center
Saturday Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz) / Return to Mainland
Trip length: 8 days, every Saturday to Saturday
Max number of passengers: 32, in 16 cabins
Prices 2024:
Included: All meals, guides & activities, snorkeling equipment, wetsuits, kayaks, water, coffee, tea, and select wines, local beer, cocktails, spirits, soft drinks, juice, coffee, hot chocolate
Not included: Park fees (about $220 per person), Galapagos airfare (about $600 per person), holiday surcharge, gratuities, premium brands of wines, beer, or spirits
Master Suite A1: $10,750 – $13,050 per person
Suites A2 & A3: $10,350 – $12,550 per person
Staterooms C1 – C9: $9,550 – $11,550 per person
Staterooms D1-D4: $8,950 – $9,800 per person
Children 15 years and under receive a 15% discount (maximum of 3 discounts per family, not available for Christmas and New Year’s cruises)
Single supplement: 50% (staterooms), 75% (suites), 100% (Christmas and New Year’s cruises)
Charters: From $291,000
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