This charming and comfortable First-Class yacht was built for the rough waters of the Canadian West Coast, so it will provide a stable, smooth and relaxing ride while on your beautiful Galapagos expedition on a small ship tour.
This large and spacious motor yacht was converted into a passenger vessel in the early 2000’s. This Galapagos cruise ship can accommodates 16 passengers in 8 cabins each with their own private bathroom equipped with hot & cold water shower, and air-conditioned. The Cachalote Explorer has a large salon & dining area with multiple large deck areas for relaxing, eating and socializing.
The Cachalote Explorer offers the option of 6, 8 and 15 day Galapagos Islands small boat cruise itineraries that visit selected sites which are approved by the Galapagos National Park; each of these is unique, rich and varied and offer the opportunity to experience Galapagos up close and personal with a small group led by a highly experienced naturalist guide. The two 8 day itineraries are able to be combined to form a 15-day itinerary which we highly recommend for those travellers that would like to have a complete, in-depth Galapagos Islands small boat cruise.
The Cachalote Explorer is the sister ship to the Beluga offering safari-style live-aboard cruises of the Galapagos National Park.
Itineraries
6 Day Hood – Eastern & Northern Islands
| Day | Morning | Afternoon | ||
| Fri | Arrive San Cristobal | El Junco Lagoon & Visitor Centre | ||
| Sat | Española – Gardner Bay & Islets | Española – Punta Suarez | ||
| Sun | Floreana – Punta Cormorant & Devil’s Crown | Floreana – Post Office Bay | ||
| Mon | Cerro Dragon | Santiago – Sullivan Bay | ||
| Tue | Genovesa – Prince Phillip’s Steps | Genovesa – Darwin Bay | ||
| Wed | Black Turtle Cove | Depart Baltra |
6 Day Isabela – Western Islands
| Day | Morning | Afternoon | ||
| Fri | Arrive Baltra | Speedboat to Isabela | ||
| Sat | Isabela – Elizabeth Bay | Isabela – Punta Moreno | ||
| Sun | Isabela – Urbina Bay | Isabela – Tagus Cove | ||
| Mon | Fernandina – Punta Espinosa | Isabela – Punta Vincente Roca | ||
| Tue | Santiago – Espumilla beach & Buccaneer’s’ Cove | Santiago – Bartolome | ||
| Wed | North Seymour | Depart Baltra |
8 Day Tower – Central, Eastern & Northern Islands
| Day | Morning | Afternoon | ||
| Wed | Arrive Baltra, Santa Cruz Highlands | Charles Darwin Research Station | ||
| Thu | Santa Fe | South Plazas Islet | ||
| Fri | San Cristobal – Cerro Brujo | San Cristobal – El Junco, Visitor Centre | ||
| Sat | Española – Gardner Bay & Islets | Española – Punta Suarez | ||
| Sun | Floreana – Punta Cormorant & Devil’s Crown | Floreana – Post Office Bay | ||
| Mon | Santa Cruz – Cerro Dragon | Santiago – Sullivan Bay | ||
| Tue | Genovesa (Tower) – Prince Phillip’s Steps | Genovesa – Darwin Bay | ||
| Wed | Black Turtle Cove | Depart Baltra |
8 Day Fernandina – Central & Western Islands
| Day | Morning | Afternoon | ||
| Wed | Arrive Baltra, Santa Cruz Highlands | Charles Darwin Research Station | ||
| Thu | Sombrero Chino | Rabida | ||
| Fri | Isabela – Sierra Negra | Isabela – Puerto Villamil | ||
| Sat | Isabela – Elizabeth Bay | Isabela – Punta Moreno | ||
| Sun | Isabela – Urbina Bay | Isabela – Tagus Cove | ||
| Mon | Fernandina – Punta Espinosa | Isabela – Punta Vincente Roca | ||
| Tue | Santiago – Espumilla beach & Buccaneer’s’ Cove | Santiago – Bartolome | ||
| Wed | North Seymour | Depart Baltra |
Itinerary Maps
Cachalote Explorer 6-Day Hood Itinerary
Cachalote Explorer 6-Day Isabela Itinerary
Cachalote Explorer 8-Day Tower Itinerary
Cachalote Explorer 8-Day Fernandina Itinerary
Cachalote Explorer 15-Day Itinerary
Deckplans
Cachalote Explorer Deckplan
Pricing
Rates: 2024
- 6 days from $3,500 pp, lower deck cabins
- 8 days from $4,600 pp, lower deck cabins
- 15 days from $8,600 pp, lower deck cabins
Rates: 2025
- 6 days from $3,850 pp, lower deck cabins
- 8 days from $5,000 pp, lower deck cabins
Includes: Accommodation (sharing double cabins), welcome cocktail, all meals, excursions led by professional Naturalist guide, use of snorkel equipment, wetsuit, use of kayaks, all transport between visitor sites and yacht.
Excludes: Air tickets, park fees, transit charge, gratuities, bottled beverages, Isabela dock fee.
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