M/S The Beagle (First Class)

The Beagle is named after HMS Beagle, in which Charles Darwin made his famous voyage to the Galapagos Islands, and later wrote his theory of evolution based on his findings in this extraordinary archipelago.

A magnificent 105-foot twin screw steel-hulled brigantine with teak decks and beautifully designed interiors, The Beagle is in a class by itself among sailing yachts in the Galapagos. She was built by Cubow Ltd. in Woolwich, England, in the 1970’s and registered with Lloyd’s (number Y 195095), but her designer is unknown. She’s been a charter vessel in the Islands for over a decade and has been substantially refurbished under her current ownership.

You will feel the sensation of space aboard the Beagle for kicking back and relaxing between your unforgettable visits on land. The saloon offers a small library of Galapagos literature, and a selection of games.

All around the wide decks, comfortable seating allows you to choose sunshine or shade for lounging and observation. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served on board with the exception of the day you visit Puerto Ayora, when you will enjoy a meal in the highlands of Santa Cruz. Meals blend Ecuadorian and continental cuisine and are served on deck or in the saloon. Coffee and tea are available on deck, cold drinks including beer and a selection of wine and cocktails you may purchase from a well stocked bar. Refreshing snacks, especially at teatime, round out your daily menu.

A friendly and highly professional crew of six will attend you while on board: captain, helmsman, steward, cook, engineer and your certified bilingual naturalist guide. The guide will accompany you to all visiting sites within the National Park, providing a wealth of knowledge about the geological and human history of the Islands, and of course about every aspect of their intriguing flora and fauna.

Itienraries:

Centre Southern Islands:

Day 1: PM    Puerto Ayora/Charles Darwin Research Station
Day 2: AM Puerto Velasco Ibarra – Floreana Island
PM Punta Cormorant – Floreana Island
Day 3: AM    Punta Suarez – Española Island
PM Gardner Bay – Española Island
Day 4: AM Punta Pitt – San Cristóbal Island
PM Isla Lobos – San Cristobal Island
Day 5: AM Santa Fe Island
PM South Plaza Island
Day 6: AM North Seymour Island
PM Bartolome Island
Day 7: AM Sombrero Chino
PM Cerro Dragón – Santa Cruz Island
Day 8: AM Black Turtle Cove-Baltra Island – Airport

North Western Islands:

Day 1: AM Baltra Island – Airport
PM Bachas
Day 2: AM Prince Philip´s Steps – Genovesa Island
PM Darwin Bay Beach – Genovesa Island
Day 3: AM Puerto Egas – Santiago Island.
PM Cruising/sail
Day 4: AM Punta Vicente Roca – Isabela Island
PM Tagus Cove – Isabela Island
Day 5: AM Punta Espinoza – Fernandina Island
PM Urbina Bay – Isabela Island
Day 6: AM Elizabeth Bay – Isabela Island.
PM Punta Moreno – Isabela Island
Day 7: AM Sierra Negra – Galapaguera-Isabela Island
PM Puerto Villamil – Navegation
Day 8: AM Los Gemelos / Baltra Island

• Duration: 8 days / 7 nights (Tuesday – Tuesday)
• Start / End: Baltra / Baltra
• Season: All Year
• Included: All meals and accommodation in double cabins while on board, all excursions and activities while on board, bilingual naturalist guide
• Not Included: Flights to and from Galapagos, Galapagos National Park entrance fee, Migratory card fee, any extra beverages on board (anything in a bottle), snorkeling equipment
• Prices: Please contact us for pricing