Santa Fé III Yacht

General Description

The Santa Fe III Yachtt is a mid-sized, first-class vessel measuring 15 meters in length and 4.75 meters in width. It can accommodate up to twenty passengers, with a crew of four and two certified naturalist guides from the Galapagos National Park. Designed for day tours around the nearby islands of Santa Cruz, the yacht provides a comfortable and enjoyable experience for exploring the rich biodiversity of this unique paradise. Our day tours cover four uninhabited islands within the Galapagos National Park, specifically Bartholomew, North Seymour, South Plaza, and Santa Fe Islands. These excursions include sightseeing, hiking, and snorkeling opportunities.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Specifications

• Medium-sized first-class yacht
• Length: 15.83 meters
• Width: 4.57 meters
• Capacity:
  • 20 passengers
  • 4 crew members
  • 2 guides
• On-Board Services
  • Beach Towels
  • Free Coffee/Tea
  • Snorkel Gear Included
  • Sun Deck
  • Bathroom
  • Two bathrooms below deck
  • Lunch Included
  • Vegan and Vegetarian options available upon request

Itineraries

Bartholomew Island

Available: Thursdays and Sundays

Itinerary:

1. 08:15 AM – Itabaca Canal / Boarding
   After a 50-minute drive to Itabaca Canal, board the yacht in groups. Safety instructions will be provided.

2. 08:40 AM – Departure to the Island
   Begin your journey to Bartholomew Island after security checks.

3. 11:00 AM – Arrival at the Island
   Prepare for disembarkation and hiking.

4. 11:15 AM – Disembark and Visit the Island
   Hike to the summit of an extinct volcano to admire breathtaking landscapes, including the iconic Pinnacle Rock.

5. 01:15 PM – Snack on Board
   Enjoy fresh snacks prepared by our chef.

6. 01:20 PM – Snorkel Time at Sullivan Bay
   Snorkel in Sullivan Bay, located just five minutes away, and spot Galápagos penguins, sea turtles, white-tip sharks, rays, and other marine wildlife.

7. 02:20 PM – Return to the Yacht

8. 02:30 PM – Lunch on Board
   Relish a meal of fresh fish, salads, rice, and dessert.

9. 03:00 PM – Return to Santa Cruz / Itabaca Canal

10. 05:00 PM – Return to Puerto Ayora
    Disembark and board our shuttle back to your hotel.

11. 05:45 PM – Arrival at Hotel

North Seymour Island

Available: Wednesday and Friday

Itinerary:

1. 08:00 AM – Pick-up
   Pick-up starts at designated hotels in Puerto Ayora.

2. 09:15 AM – Itabaca Canal / Boarding
   Board the yacht and receive safety instructions.

3. 09:40 AM – Departure to the Island
   Start your journey to North Seymour Island.

4. 10:30 AM – Arrival at the Island
   Prepare for disembarkation.

5. 10:45 AM – Disembark and Visit the Island
   Explore the Palo Santo forest, red-colored soil, and spot blue-footed boobies, frigate birds, and sea lions.

6. 12:45 PM – Return to the Yacht

7. 01:00 PM – Lunch on Board
   Enjoy a meal of fresh fish, salads, rice, and dessert.

8. 02:00 PM – Snorkel at Las Bachas Beach
   Snorkel at Las Bachas Beach and spot sharks, fish, and flamingos.

9. 03:15 PM – Return to Santa Cruz / Itabaca Canal

10. 04:30 PM – Return to Puerto Ayora
    Disembark and board our shuttle back to your hotel.

South Plaza Island

Available: Monday and Saturday

Itinerary:

1. 09:15 AM – Itabaca Canal / Boarding
   Board the yacht and receive safety instructions.

2. 09:40 AM – Departure to the Island
   Begin your journey to South Plaza Island.

3. 11:10 AM – Arrival at the Island
   Prepare for disembarkation.

4. 11:25 AM – Disembark and Visit the Island
   Explore the island’s unique landscapes, including the red sesuvium carpet, and spot sea lions, land and marine iguanas, and a variety of sea birds.

5. 01:25 PM – Return to the Yacht

6. 01:35 PM – Lunch on Board
   Enjoy a meal of fresh fish, salads, rice, and dessert.

7. 02:00 PM – Departure to Snorkel Spot
   Travel to Punta Carrión for snorkeling.

8. 03:15 PM – Snorkel Time at Punta Carrión
   Snorkel and discover marine wildlife.

9. 04:15 PM – Return to Santa Cruz / Itabaca Canal

10. 04:30 PM – Return to Puerto Ayora
    Disembark and board our shuttle back to your hotel.

Santa Fe Island

Available: Tuesday

Itinerary:

1. 08:00 AM – Meeting Point
   Meet at the entrance of the Catholic church in front of the main pier in Puerto Ayora.

2. 08:10 AM – Gus Angermeyer Pier / Boarding
   Board the yacht and receive safety instructions.

3. 08:35 AM – Departure to the Island
   Begin your journey to Santa Fe Island.

4. 10:30 AM – Arrival at the Island
   Prepare for disembarkation.

5. 10:45 AM – Disembark and Visit the Island
   Hike through the giant cactus forest and spot endemic land iguanas, sea lions, and various birds.

6. 12:45 PM – Return to the Yacht / Snack on Board
   Enjoy fresh snacks prepared by our chef.

7. 01:00 PM – Snorkel Time at Barrington Bay
   Snorkel in Barrington Bay and spot sea turtles, rays, sea lions, and more.

8. 02:00 PM – Return to the Yacht

9. 02:15 PM – Lunch on Board
   Enjoy a meal of fresh fish, salads, rice, and dessert.

10. 03:00 PM – Return to Santa Cruz / Itabaca Canal

11. 05:00 PM – Return to Puerto Ayora
    Disembark and board our shuttle back to your hotel