Petrel: A sleek 16 passenger luxury catamaran
Days: 8, 6, 5 & 4 | From: $4,190/per person
The Petrel is an elegant 16-passenger ship with spacious cabins, each of which has its own private balcony. A motorized catamaran, the Petrel is designed for comfort and stability and is outfitted with a comfortable lounge, ample social areas, and a sun deck with Jacuzzi. All excursions are led by a top-quality naturalist guide; excursion options include hiking, snorkeling, and kayaking.
- Regular departures throughout the year
- Available for private charter
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Vessel Information
Accommodations
Cabin Information
- 6 Staterooms: 323 sq. ft., located on the Main Deck and Upper Deck, matrimonial or twin beds, picture windows, private balcony
- 1 Single Stateroom: 151 sq, ft., located on the Upper Deck, private balcony. Please note the single stateroom is subject to availability.
- 2 Suites: 463 sq, ft., located on the Main Deck, matrimonial bed, private balcony.
- All cabins have private bathrooms, private balconies, individual climate controls and ample storage space for clothing and luggage.
Groups & Charters: This yacht is also available for private charter or for small groups of friends or family. Its 9 cabins can accommodate up to 16 people. Inquire for more details.
Available Activities (Depending On Itinerary)
- Hiking
- Snorkeling
- Zodiac Rides
- Kayaking
- Stand Up Paddleboarding
Yacht Specifications
- Construction: completed in 2015
- Type: Power Motor catamaran
- Length: 115 ft. / 35 mts.
- Beam: 41 ft. / 12.5 mts.
- Draft: 5.4 ft. / 1.65 mts.
- Engines: Cummins QSM 11 / 400 HP
- Max speed: 14 knots
- Crew: Captain, Bilingual Naturalist Guide, Quality Control Manager, plus 8 crew members
Itineraries & Pricing
Itinerary A (8 days)
Friday
Arrive to Baltra / North Seymour
Saturday
Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela) / Punta Espinosa (Fernandina)
Sunday
Isabela: Tagus Cove / Urbina Bay
Monday
Isabela: Elizabeth Bay / Punta Moreno
Tuesday
Isabela: Sierra Negra Volcano / Wetlands or The Wall of Tears
Wednesday
Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station / Twin Craters
Thursday
South Plaza / Santa Fe
Friday
Isla Lobos / Return to Mainland
Itinerary B (8 days)
Friday
Arrive to San Cristóbal / Interpretation Center or La Galapaguera
Saturday
Española: Gardner Bay or Osborn Islet / Suarez Point
Sunday
Floreana: Cormorant Point / Post Office Bay
Monday
Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station / Highlands
Tuesday
Sullivan Bay (Santiago) / Pinnacle Rock (Bartolomé)
Wednesday
Genovesa: Darwin Bay /El Barranco
Thursday
Santiago: Egas Port / Espumilla Beach or Buccaneer Cove
Friday
Carrion Point (Santa Cruz) / Return to Mainland
Itinerary C (4 days)
Friday
Arrive to San Cristóbal / Interpretation Center or La Galapaguera
Saturday
Española: Gardner Bay or Osborn Islet / Suarez Point
Sunday
Floreana: Cormorant Point / Post Office Bay
Monday
Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station / Return to Mainland
Itinerary E (6 days)
Friday
Arrive to Baltra / North Seymour
Saturday
Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela) / Punta Espinosa (Fernandina)
Sunday
Isabela: Tagus Cove / Urbina Bay
Monday
Isabela: Elizabeth Bay / Punta Moreno
Tuesday
Isabela: Sierra Negra Volcano / Wetlands or The Wall of Tears
Wednesday
Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station / Return to Mainland
Itinerary D (5 days)
Monday
Arrive to Baltra / Highlands
Tuesday
Sullivan Bay (Santiago) / Pinnacle Rock (Bartolomé)
Wednesday
Genovesa: Darwin Bay /El Barranco
Thursday
Santiago: Egas Port / Espumilla Beach or Buccaneer Cove
Friday
Carrion Point (Santa Cruz) / Return to Mainland
Itinerary F (6 days)
Wednesday
Arrive to Baltra / Highlands
Thursday
South Plaza / Santa Fe
Friday
Isla Lobos / Interpretation Center or La Galapaguera
Saturday
Española: Gardner Bay or Osborn Islet / Suarez Point
Sunday
Floreana: Cormorant Point / Post Office Bay
Monday
Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station / Return to Mainland
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The itineraries displayed here are only summaries. Our travel specialists will help you select the best cruise based on your interests, timing, and budget.
Pricing
Trip length: 8, 6, 5, and 4 day itineraries
Max number of passengers: 16, in 9 cabins
Prices 2024:
Included: All meals, guides & activities, soft drinks, juice, coffee and tea, use of snorkeling equipment, wet suits, kayaks & Stand Up Paddleboards
Not included: Park fees (about $220 per person), Galapagos airfare (about $600 per person), gratuities
Standard Stateroom Prices:
4 day cruise: $4,190 per person
5 day cruise: $5,190 per person
6 day cruise: $6,190 per person
8 day cruise: $8,290 per person
Suite Prices:
4 day cruise: $4,490 per person
5 day cruise: $5,590 per person
6 day cruise: $6,690 per person
8 day cruise: $8,990 per person
Children 11 years and under receive a 25% discount (1 child per 2 adults), not applicable for Christmas & New Years
Single Supplement 50% for solo travelers, subject to availability. No supplement for additional single who is part of an odd-numbered group or family. (100% supplement applies for Christmas & New Year departures)
Christmas & New Year Departures: 10% surcharge
Charters: from $62,490 (4 days), $77,490 (5 days), $93,290 (6 days), $123,790 (8 days)
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