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WESTERN GALAPAGOS ISLANDS IN LUXURY
Barefoot Luxury expeditions: Carefree travel in complete style
and comfort. It is difficult to define luxury in the Galapagos
Islands. Nevertheless, M/Y Passion match our criteria to be
considered premium quality in the Galapagos, due to its
accommodation, added value services and passenger reviews.
For the ultimate in barefoot luxury, you can't beat a cruise on
the M/Y Passion. Please Note: rates include a night in
prestigious Hotel Casa Gangotena. The M/Y Passion also offers
short 5 day cruises. Please contact us for more information and
rates. Christmas and New Year holidays (from December 20th
to January 3rd) have an additional surcharge of 10% of the
published rate.
ITINERARY
Please Note:
Please keep in mind that our west itinerary starts right after you arrive to the
islands. If possible, please wear clothes comfortable enough for a visit to
Fausto Llerena Tortoise Breeding Center: comfortable shoes, a hat for the sun,
pants or shorts. You will be reunited with your luggage at around 5:00 in the
afternoon when you board the ship at Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz Island). All
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 Fausto Llerena Tortoise Breeding Center. Here, we
will see tortoises from different islands. The animals are found in large semi
natural pens for their protection, but also to ensure an easy view for the
tourists. The pens are divided according to four different stages: eggs,
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neonates, juveniles (held here until they are mature enough to be flow surrounded by giant shield volcanoes, some of which are still active!
"repatriated"), and adults. Afterwards we will head back to Puerto Ayora, From here we will do a short hike to a lagoon where flamingos are usually
where we will have some time to explore the town and shops by ourselves present. PM We disembark at Urbina Bay (wet landing) onto a black sand
before boarding the M/Y Passion at around 5:00 p.m. Once on board, we will beach, nesting site for green sea turtles. We take a brief hike inland in search
be welcomed by the crew and captain, have a short security drill and enjoy of land iguanas and giant tortoises (seasonal) that migrate to and from the
dinner and the briefing for the next day´s activities. highlands. At the beach, we will admire the remains of a geological uplift
exposing coral heads and marine fossils and if the sea conditions and time
DAY 2 – Punta Cormorant, Devil´s Crown & Post Office are on our side, we will also snorkel in these waters.
Bay ‐ Floreana
DAY 5 – Tagus Cove ‐ Isabela & Punta Espinoza ‐ Fernandina
AM We spend the day on Floreana, legendary homestead of infamous
Baroness Eloise Von Wagner de Bousquet. Wet landing onto the olivine AM Dry landing near Tagus Cove, historic pirate hideaway where names of
beaches of Punta Cormorant we will be seeking Greater Flamingos on our way countless ships are recorded for posterity on the cliff face. Hike through
to another special beach with the finest sand you’ll set foot on, a sea turtle beautiful Galapagos landscapes to Darwin Lake, a salt‐water crater lagoon
nesting ground where sharks and rays also visit regularly. We end the outing surrounded by tuff stone. PM We cross Bolivar Channel to Fernandina Island,
with a short panga ride to Devil’s Crown, a key snorkeling site. PM After lunch one of the world’s most unspoilt sites, and disembark (dry landing) at Punta
we will visit Post Office Bay (wet landing), where you can drop your postcards Espinosa. Strolling along the shoreline, we will be on the lookout for
in the barrel as the whalers did centuries ago and select cards to hand deliver flightless cormorants, Galapagos sea lions, Galapagos penguins and hawks,
when you return home. sooty‐colored marine iguanas and bright red‐orange Sally Lightfoot crabs.
DAY 3 - Black Beach / Asilo de la Paz ‐ Floreana & Navigation, DAY 6 - Puerto Egas, Bucaneer Cove & Espumilla
whale and dolphin observation Beach ‐ Santiago
AM This morning we will visit Floreana Island´s Black Beach to learn about the AM At Puerto Egas (wet landing) we disembark on a dark sand volcanic beach
intriguing human history of the island and its first inhabitants. Floreana was with an interesting history of human settlement. Sleepy Galapagos fur seals
the first island in the archipelago to be inhabited, since it has one of the very lounge under arches of lava carved by the ocean and occasionally dip into the
few fresh water sources. We will visit this fresh water source known as Asilo crystalline pools, also known as “grottos”. Walk along the shore and observe
de La Paz, as well as the caves that served as hideouts for pirates and where the abundant marine life. PM At Buccaneer Cove we will take a panga ride
the first Galapegueño was born, according to the stories of Floreana, which around the beautiful coastline. This place got its name due to the fact that
involve the infamous Baroness Eloise Wagner von Bousquet and her lovers used to be a refuge for British Buccaneers during the time they would anchor
who mysteriously began to disappear after settling on the island. PM After here to collect supplies and clean their ships among other activities. The
our visit, we will have the best opportunity for a not‐so‐common yet well cove is very scenic with views of the cliffs and a dark beach. Do not forget to
beloved activity in the archipelago, a full afternoon navigation to look for look for two unusual rock formations known as ‘the monk’ and ‘elephant rock’.
whales and dolphins. The waters of the Galapagos form the second largest After three days exploring the fabulous western islands, we head to central
marine reserve in the world very rich in wildlife. The biggest representatives of Santiago to disembark at Espumilla (wet landing), onto a golden‐colored sand
the underwater fauna are the different species of whales and dolphins found green sea turtle nesting site. A forest trail will take us through some of the
here. We will navigate form Floreana to Isabela Island while looking for these largest specimens of Palo Santo on the islands to observe yellow warblers, the
fascinating creatures, which are commonly seen in this area. This afternoon unbelievably tame Galapagos flycatcher and the ever‐intriguing Darwin finches
is completed by the impressive landscapes of Isabella and the Cerro Azul
volcano. DAY 7 – Sullivan Bay ‐ Santiago & North Seymour Island
AM We head across to Sullivan Bay (dry landing) in Santiago to walk over a
DAY 4 – Punta Moreno & Urbina Bay ‐ Isabela recent lava flow, including very fresh pahoehoe lava formations, lava bubbles
AM We arrive at Isabela, the largest island in the Galapagos. After breakfast, containing crystallized minerals and pioneer plants. Along the shoreline, we
we step ashore at Punta Moreno (dry landing) onto a superb pahoehoe lava may find Galapagos penguins and herons going after small fish. PM We
disembark on North Seymour (dry landing), a small uplifted island, where we
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will walk right up to bird nesting colonies of the two species of frigate birds,
blue‐footed boobies and swallow‐tailed gulls, and experience, depending on
season, spectacular mating ritual displays.
DAY 8 – Mosquera Island & Baltra Airport
AM Mosquera is a small islet located between Baltra Island and North
Seymour measuring about 160 meters across and 600 meters long. It is
home to one of the largest sea lion colonies and is also a haven for
shorebirds. Orcas occasionally come to the islet to feed on the sea lions. After
this visit, the ship will sail to Baltra where passengers ending their trip will
disembark and passengers beginning their cruise will join us on board.
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YOUR SHIP: PASSION
YOUR SHIP: Passion
VESSEL TYPE: Luxury Yacht
LENGTH: 159 feet / 48.5 meters
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 12 (6 cabins)
BUILT/REFURBISHED:
Built / Refit: 1973 / 2014
Originally built as a private luxury yacht, the M/Y Passion has
been completely refurbished while still retaining many of its -suite bathrooms.
original elegant features such as its rose colored marble All four staterooms and two suites on board are fully
bathrooms and teak wood decks that make the vessel one of a air-conditioned and incredibly spacious.
kind.
The M/Y Passion, originally named Bellisima (beautiful in
Italian) has never been used for tourism before.
This exclusive vessel has ample social areas, a panoramic sky
lounge and bar, separate dining room, wonderfully spacious sun
decks for al fresco dining and a secluded sun deck with jacuzzi
for relaxation and privacy.
Measuring 159 feet (48.5 meters), she stands four decks and
boasts an exceptional amount of space for its only 12
passengers.
The ratio of one staff member per guest ensures first class
service and the finest gourmet cuisine is served throughout the
cruise.
Each of the six ample state cabins has its own private bathroom
with bathtub. The VIP and Master suites feature two en
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INSIDE YOUR SHIP
Stateroom VIP / Master Suite
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PRICING
21-Mar-2020 to 28-Mar-2020 Stateroom 6850 USD pp
Stateroom 6850 USD pp VIP / Master Suite 7850 USD pp
VIP / Master Suite 7850 USD pp
17-Oct-2020 to 24-Oct-2020
18-Apr-2020 to 25-Apr-2020 Stateroom 6850 USD pp
Stateroom 6850 USD pp VIP / Master Suite 7850 USD pp
VIP / Master Suite 7850 USD pp
31-Oct-2020 to 07-Nov-2020
02-May-2020 to 09-May-2020 Stateroom 6850 USD pp
Stateroom 6850 USD pp VIP / Master Suite 7850 USD pp
VIP / Master Suite 7850 USD pp
14-Nov-2020 to 21-Nov-2020
16-May-2020 to 23-May-2020 Stateroom 6850 USD pp
Stateroom 6850 USD pp VIP / Master Suite 7850 USD pp
VIP / Master Suite 7850 USD pp
28-Nov-2020 to 05-Dec-2020
30-May-2020 to 06-Jun-2020 Stateroom 6850 USD pp
Stateroom 6850 USD pp VIP / Master Suite 7850 USD pp
VIP / Master Suite 7850 USD pp
12-Dec-2020 to 19-Dec-2020
13-Jun-2020 to 20-Jun-2020 Stateroom 6850 USD pp
Stateroom 6850 USD pp VIP / Master Suite 7850 USD pp
VIP / Master Suite 7850 USD pp
Galapagos National Park
11-Jul-2020 to 18-Jul-2020 ADDITIONAL CHARGES: entrance fee. From 120 USD pp
Stateroom 6850 USD pp
VIP / Master Suite 7850 USD pp
08-Aug-2020 to 15-Aug-2020
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