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General Description

Introducing the Grand Majestic, the fastest and most modern yacht traversing the Galapagos archipelago. Specifically crafted for exclusive high-end private charters, Grand Majestic is dedicated to delivering top-tier service, with its guide, captain, and crew committed to excellence.

Grand Majestic offers outstanding four, five, and eight-day itineraries, led by a certified bilingual naturalist guide, ensuring an unforgettable exploration of the Galapagos Islands.

Specifications

  • Year of construction: 2018
  • Type: USA Designed motor yacht
  • Length: 127′ (39 m)
  • Beam: 24′ (7.30 m)
  • Draft: 5′ 11″ (1.80 m)
  • Max Speed: 25 knots (fastest yacht in Galapagos)
  • Capacity: 16 guests
  • Crew: 9 Crew members + 1 Bilingual Guide
  • Main engines: MTU Series 2000 – 2400HP
  • Water maker: 2 X 1200 Gallons / day
  • Exterior: Naval Aluminium, GFRP (fiber reinforced polymer)

Accommodation:

  • Lower Deck: 6 Staterooms
    • Cabin 1 & 2: 170 ft² / 16 m²
    • Cabin 3: 181 ft² / 17 m²
    • Cabin 4: 176 ft² / 16 m²
    • Cabin 5: 148 ft² / 14 m²
    • Cabin 6: 145 ft² / 14 m²
  • Main Deck: 1 Stateroom,1 Master Suite with his and her bathrooms
    • Cabin 7: 132 ft² / 12 m²
    • Master Suite: 420 ft² / 39 m²
  • Sun Deck: Jacuzzi

All cabins with private bathrooms, hot water and air-conditioning.

Safety & Navigation:

  • Furuno Tz touch multifunction radar
  • Furuno 1815 radar
  • Gps GP39
  • Epirb ACR global fixV4
  • 2x Icom M324G Vhf with DSC radios
  • Icom M8020Hf DSC radio
  • Furuno FCV628 depth sounder
  • 0SC-30 Satellite Compass
  • ABC extinguishers
  • CO2 bank
  • 2x 25-man life raft
  • 2x ACR bidirectional radios
  • Sart ACR Pathfinder Pro
  • SIMRAD A2004 Autopilot
  • DMS Hunter

Itineraries

8D/7N “A” Monday-Monday

Islands you will visit:

  • San Cristobal
  • Floreana
  • Española
  • Santa Cruz
  • Genovesa
  • Rabida

Itinerary:

  • MON: Arrival in San Cristobal Airport and Transfer to the boat
    • San Cristobal: El Junco Lagoon
  • TUE:
    • Floreana: Post Office Bay / Baroness Viewing Point
    • Floreana: Cormorant Point / Devil’s Crown
  • WED:
    • Española: Suarez Point
    • Española: Gardner Islet / Osborn Islet / Gardner Bay
  • THU:
    • Santa Cruz: Twin Craters
    • Santa Cruz Island: Tortoise Breeding Center
  • FRI:
    • Genovesa: El Barranco
    • Genovesa: Darwin Bay
  • SAT:
    • Rabida Island: Rabida
    • Chinese Hat Islet
  • SUN:
    • San Cristobal: Witch Hill
    • San Cristobal: Lobos Island
  • MON:
    • San Cristobal: Gianni Arismendy Interpretation Center
    • Transfer to the San Cristobal Airport

8D/7N “B” Monday-Monday

Islands you will visit:

  • San Cristobal
  • North Seymour
  • Bartholomew
  • Santiago
  • Fernandina
  • Isabela
  • Santa Cruz

Itinerary:

  • MON: Arrival in San Cristobal Airport and Transfer to the boat
    • San Cristobal: Breeding Center David Rodriguez
  • TUE:
    • North Seymour Island
    • Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove
  • WED:
    • Bartholomew Island: Bartholomew
    • Santiago: Egas Port
  • THU:
    • Isabela: Tagus Cove
    • Isabela: Urbina Bay
  • FRI:
    • Fernandina: Espinosa Point
    • Isabela: Vicente Roca Point
  • SAT:
    • Santiago: Buccaneer Cove / Espumilla Beach
    • Santiago: Sullivan Bay
  • SUN:
    • Santa Cruz: Bachas Beach
    • Santa Cruz Island: Tortoise Breeding Center
  • MON:
    • San Cristobal: Kicker Rock
    • Transfer to the San Cristobal Airport

5D/4N Thursday-Monday

Islands you will visit:

  • Santa Cruz
  • Genovesa
  • Rabida
  • San Cristobal

Itinerary:

  • THU: Baltra Island Airport: Arrival and transfer to first excursion
    • Santa Cruz Island: Tortoise Breeding Center
  • FRI:
    • Genovesa: El Barranco
    • Genovesa: Darwin Bay
  • SAT:
    • Rabida Island: Rabida
    • Chinese Hat Islet
  • SUN:
    • San Cristobal: Witch Hill
    • San Cristobal: Lobos Island
  • MON:
    • San Cristobal: Gianni Arismendy Interpretation Center
    • Transfer to the San Cristobal Airport

4D/3N Monday-Thursday

Islands you will visit:

  • San Cristobal
  • Floreana
  • Española
  • Santa Cruz

Itinerary:

  • MON: Arrival in San Cristobal Airport and Transfer to the boat
    • San Cristobal: El Junco Lagoon
  • TUE:
    • Floreana: Post Office Bay / Baroness Viewing Point
    • Floreana: Cormorant Point / Devil’s Crown
  • WED:
    • Española: Suarez Point
    • Española: Gardner Islet / Osborn Islet / Gardner Bay
  • THU:
    • Santa Cruz: Twin Craters
    • Transfer to the Baltra Airport
Rates IncludeNot Included
  • All meals throughout cruise
  • All transfers in the islands
  • All excursions
  • Use of expedition gear
  • Bilingual national park guide
  • Carbon Footprint Compensation
  • FREE airport assistance*
  • FREE hotel nights (2) in Quito or Guayaquil the days before and after the cruise*
  • FREE airport transfers (2) for Galapagos flights*
  • Mainland-Galapagos-Mainland airfare
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • US$100 Galapagos National Park fee
  • US$200 Galapagos National Park fee (from Aug 2024)
  • US$20 Transit Control Card
  • Travel / medical insurance
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses

 

Important Notes:

  • *Discount for groups from 4 to 14 pax: 10%
  • *Discount for children under 12 years: 10%
  • Single supplement: 80%
  • Christmas & New Year: special conditions apply. Please contact us for details.
  • Admin fee: applies for Galapagos air tickets not issued by Royal Galapagos
  • 11, 12 and 15 day departures available
  • Prices are per person in United States Dollars
  • All prices are commissionable
  • *Discount does not apply to 2X1 promotions.