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Technical Specifications:
| | Type: | Three Masted Staysail Schooner | | LOA: | 140 ft / 46 m | | Beam: | 21 ft / 6.8 m | | Draft: | 10.5 ft / 3.4 m | | Engines: | 4 cylinder Alpha diesel, 280 BHP. One 1,500 pound thrust Arcturus bowthruster | | Generators: | two 35 Kw 120/240 volt A/C single phases with two 5Kw | | Inverters: | 24v D/C to 120/240 volts A/C | | Builder: | Titleness, Norway | | Speed: | 9 knots under power | | Accommodations: | 4 cabins with twin beds, 4 cabins with double beds, and all cabins have private facilities | | Navigation Equipment: | Sperry gyrocompass, Furuno 21 mile Si-tex radar, Robertson AP 7 autopilot, knot log, wind speed and direction indicator, Raytheon Loran C, GPS Satellite Navigator, forward looking echo Sounder, NVI (Night Vision Instruments), depth finders, Decca Navigator, Si-tex video sonar, Furuno weather fax, Taiyo RDF Simrad watch receiver, and two VHF radios | | Safety Equipment: | EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon), life jackets, flares and signals, two 18 man life floats; Safety equipment on board either meets or exceeds USA Coast Guard regulations | | Comfort Equipment: | 1200 gal/day water maker, air-conditioning throughout, icemaker, stereo, TV, VCR, communication equipment: Furuno single sideband radio, VHF radio, and SSB radio | | Electricity: | 110 volts AC / 60 Hz | | Crew: | 8 plus one nature guide |
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| Description:
The Alta is a Three Masted Staysail Schooner, a very stylish yacht that has that special charm of a sailing ship. It is one of the most beautiful yachts in the Galapagos and ideal for travelers who seek exclusivity and uniqueness.
The Alta is fitted with 8 tastefully decorated cabins that accommodate up to 16 passengers. All cabins have ample hanging locker and drawer space. Each cabin has their own private facilities with fresh, hot and cold water showers.
The main salon is very elegant and inviting. A curving banquet and coffee table stand opposite a cabinet holding the TV/Video system. At mealtimes, there are two alternatives: inside in the dining salon, which seats sixteen at four tables, or "al fresco", on the foredeck. The gourmet galley is equipped to prepare the finest dishes.
This yacht offers many spots for relaxing or sunning, including a sundeck with lounge chairs just in front of the bridge, and another with cushions on the bow.
Note: The romance of the Alta comes from being a single hulled sailing vessel. The architecture of her cabins makes the most of the available space, providing an authentic, yet comfortable experience. Even with all the amenities, individual cabin space aboard a sailing vessel can feel limited. If you require something more spacious, we recommend taking a look at the larger cabins and suites on our other yachts.
Cabins:
4 cabins with twin beds and 4 cabins with double beds that accommodate up to 16 passengers. Each cabin has its own private facilities with toilets and walk in showers.
Departure Day:
Departure dates for and 8 day cruises start on Sundays.
Itinerary:
The operator reserves the right to change the itinerary without previous notice due to weather, National Park regulations or notifications, and unforeseeable circumstances. ALTA YACHT ITINERARY 8 days / 7 nights | Sunday: | Arrival at San Cristóbal Galapagos / San Cristóbal (Lobos / Kicker Rock) | | Monday: | Tower (Genovesa) Island: Prince Phillip's Steps / Tower: Darwin Bay | | Tuesday: | Isabela (Albemarle) Island: Punta Vicente Roca /Fernandina (Narborough) Island: Punta Espinosa | | Wednesday: | Santiago (San Salvador, James) Island: James Bay / Bartolome (Bartholomew) Island | | Thursday: | Santa Cruz (Indefatigable) Island: Charles Darwin Research Station / Santa Cruz: Highlands | | Friday: | Floreana (Santa Maria, Charles) Island: Punta Cormorant / Floreana: Post Office Bay / Devil's Crown | | Saturday: | Hood (Española) Island: Punta Suarez / Hood: Gardner Bay | | Sunday: | San Cristóbal: Interpretation Center |
Rates include:
• All meals - breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Transfers between islands
• Excursions on the islands with an English speaking nature guide
Rates do not include:
• Galapagos National Park entrance fee: $100.00 USD per person
• Migratory Control Card: $10.00 USD per person
• Alcoholic drinks and sodas
• Airline Tickets
• Tips
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