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SAILING WESTERN ISLANDS OF GALAPAGOS
Live up to your expectations, travel Galapagos Islands aboard a
Truly Classic Sailing Ship.
"Navigating under full sail on a large ship is probably the best of
nautical experiences." Being an imposing 3-masted schooner,
you can bet our sails are not only for show. The S/S Mary Anne
hoist its sails on every itinerary and because of its size and
structure is the only ship in the Galapagos Archipelago that can
navigate by wind power alone. Be part of this unique nautical
experience on any of our itineraries. Our crew will gladly
welcome your help when the moment arrives and the captain
yells, “Hoist the sails!”
Please Note: aboard Mary Anne we offer no single supplement
subject to availability.
ITINERARY
Christmas and New Year’s holidays (from December 20th to Please Note:
January 3rd) have an additional 10% surcharge of the Please keep in mind that our west itinerary starts right after you
published rate. arrive to the islands. If possible, please wear clothes
comfortable enough for a visit to the highlands of Santa Cruz
Island: comfortable shoes, a hat for the sun, pants or shorts.
You will be reunited with your luggage at around 05:00 in the
afternoon when you board the ship at Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz
Island). Itineraries are subject to change.
DAY 1 – Arrival to the islands & Fausto Llerena Tortoise Breeding
Center ‐ Santa Cruz
PM After arriving at Baltra airport we will be greeted by an
Angermeyer Cruises representative and then board a bus that
will take us to Puerto Ayora for the first visit on the islands: the
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Fausto Llerena Tortoise Breeding Center. Here, we will see La Paz, as well as the caves that served as hideouts for pirates
tortoises from different islands. The animals are found in large and where the first Galapegueño was born, according to the
semi natural pens for their protection, but also to ensure an stories of Floreana, which involve the infamous Baroness Eloise
easy view for the tourists. The pens are divided according to Wagner von Bousquet and her lovers who mysteriously began to
four different stages: eggs, neonates, juveniles (held here until disappear after settling on the island. PM After our visit, we
they are mature enough to be "repatriated"), and adults. will have the best opportunity for a not‐so‐common yet well
Afterwards we will head back to Puerto Ayora, where we will beloved activity in the archipelago, a full afternoon navigation to
have some time to explore the town and shops by ourselves look for whales and dolphins. The waters of the Galapagos form
before boarding the S/S Mary Anne at around 5:00 p.m. Once the second largest marine reserve in the world very rich in
on board, we will be welcomed by the crew and captain, have a wildlife. The biggest representatives of the underwater fauna
short security drill and enjoy dinner and the briefing for the next are the different species of whales and dolphins found here. We
day´s activities. will navigate form Floreana to Isabela Island while looking for
these fascinating creatures, which are commonly seen in this
DAY 2 – Punta Cormorant, Devil´s Crown & Post Office Bay ‐ Floreana area. This afternoon is completed by the impressive
AM We spend the day on Floreana, legendary homestead of landscapes of Isabella and the Cerro Azul volcano.
infamous Baroness Eloise Von Wagner de Bousquet. Wet
landing onto the olivine beaches of Punta Cormorant we will be DAY 4 – Punta Moreno & Urbina Bay ‐ Isabela
seeking Greater Flamingos on our way to another special beach AM We arrive at Isabela, the largest island in the Galapagos.
with the finest sand you’ll set foot on, a sea turtle nesting After breakfast, we step ashore at Punta Moreno (dry landing)
ground where sharks and rays also visit regularly. We end the onto a superb pahoehoe lava flow surrounded by giant shield
outing with a short panga ride to Devil’s Crown, a key snorkeling volcanoes, some of which are still active! From here we will do
site. PM After lunch we will visit Post Office Bay (wet landing), a short hike to a lagoon where flamingos are usually present.
where you can drop your postcards in the barrel as the whalers PM We disembark at Urbina Bay (wet landing) onto a black
did centuries ago and select cards to hand deliver when you sand beach, nesting site for green sea turtles. We take a brief
return home. hike inland in search of land iguanas and giant tortoises
(seasonal) that migrate to and from the highlands. At the
DAY 3 - Black Beach / Asilo de la Paz ‐ Floreana & Navigation, whale beach, we will admire the remains of a geological uplift
and dolphin observation
exposing coral heads and marine fossils and if the sea
AM This morning we will visit Floreana Island´s Black Beach to
conditions and time are on our side, we will also snorkel in
learn about the intriguing human history of the island and its
these waters.
first inhabitants. Floreana was the first island in the archipelago
to be inhabited, since it has one of the very few fresh water DAY 5 – Tagus Cove ‐ Isabela & Punta Espinoza ‐ Fernandina
sources. We will visit this fresh water source known as Asilo de
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AM Dry landing near Tagus Cove, historic pirate hideaway where AM We head across to Sullivan Bay (dry landing) in Santiago to
names of countless ships are recorded for posterity on the cliff walk over a recent lava flow, including very fresh pahoehoe lava
face. Hike through beautiful Galapagos landscapes to Darwin formations, lava bubbles containing crystallized minerals and
Lake, a salt‐water crater lagoon surrounded by tuff stone. PM pioneer plants. Along the shoreline, we may find Galapagos
We cross Bolivar Channel to Fernandina Island, one of the penguins and herons going after small fish. PM We disembark
world’s most unspoilt sites, and disembark (dry landing) at on North Seymour (dry landing), a small uplifted island, where
Punta Espinosa. Strolling along the shoreline, we will be on the we will walk right up to bird nesting colonies of the two species
lookout for flightless cormorants, Galapagos sea lions, of frigate birds, blue‐footed boobies and swallow‐tailed gulls,
Galapagos penguins and hawks, sooty‐colored marine iguanas and experience, depending on season, spectacular mating ritual
and bright red‐orange Sally Lightfoot crabs. displays.
DAY 6 - Puerto Egas, Espumilla Beach & Bucaneer Cove ‐ Santiago DAY 8 – Mosquera Island & Baltra Airport
AM At Puerto Egas (wet landing) we disembark on a dark sand AM Mosquera is a small islet located between Baltra Island and
volcanic beach with an interesting history of human settlement. North Seymour measuring about 160 meters across and 600
Sleepy Galapagos fur seals lounge under arches of lava carved meters long. It is home to one of the largest sea lion colonies
by the ocean and occasionally dip into the crystalline pools, and is also a haven for shorebirds. Orcas occasionally come to
also known as “grottos”. Walk along the shore and observe the the islet to feed on the sea lions. After this visit, the ship will
abundant marine life. PM At Buccaneer Cove we will take a sail to Baltra where passengers ending their trip will disembark
panga ride around the beautiful coastline. This place got its and passengers beginning their cruise will join us on board.
name due to the fact that used to be a refuge for British
Buccaneers during the time they would anchor here to collect
supplies and clean their ships among other activities. The cove
is very scenic with views of the cliffs and a dark beach. Do not
forget to look for two unusual rock formations known as ‘the
monk’ and ‘elephant rock’. After three days exploring the
fabulous western islands, we head to central Santiago to
disembark at Espumilla (wet landing), onto a golden‐colored
sand green sea turtle nesting site. A forest trail will take us
through some of the largest specimens of Palo Santo on the
islands to observe yellow warblers, the unbelievably tame
Galapagos flycatcher and the ever‐intriguing Darwin finches.
DAY 7 – Sullivan Bay ‐ Santiago & North Seymour Island
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YOUR SHIP: MARY ANNE
YOUR SHIP: Mary Anne
VESSEL TYPE: Sailing Ship
LENGTH: 216 feet / 65.8 meters
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 16 (12 cabins)
BUILT/REFURBISHED:
Built / Refit: 1997 / 2006
The Mary Anne is the perfect ship for those who love to travel by
sail. She has 1,000 m2 of canvas sails with which she
majestically takes to the waves.
crew members and naturalist guide are on board assure you a
This precious 3-masted barquentine, the only one of its kind in
high-end experience.
the islands, can accommodate up to 16 guests in her 4 double
and 8 single cabins.
All cabins have private bathrooms with hot water and are
designed with 1 double lower berth and a single upper berth.
She also features 2 double cabins with lower berths.
Accommodations and Facilities:
All guest accommodations are located on the cabin deck. The
main deck is complete with the dining room, kitchen, library and
entertainment center.
On the sun deck you will find open-air seating, kayaks, storage,
the bridge and plenty of space for taking in the beautiful sights.
The vessel features a wood-paneled, comfortable lounge area
with a cozy bar and ample sun decks as well as deck seating.
The nine
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