CACHALOTE EXPLORER
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Built in Vancouver, Canada, this large and spacious motor vessel was in 2017 converted into a 16 passenger vessel. The Cachalote Explorer has 8 cabins (16 pax.) each with their own private bathroom equipped with hot & cold water shower, air-conditioned throughout, and a large salon/dining area with multiple large deck areas for relaxing, eating and socializing. Some of the cabins can take up to 3 or 4 passengers which makes it ideal for families. 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 for your tour of the Galapagos Islands.
TECHNICAL AND SAFETY FEATURES
We are committed to create the most safe and ecological trip with the smallest environmental footprint. Nothing is more important than the safety of our guests and crew.
Mechanical Equipment: 1 main Caterpillar Engine, 3 Generators (110v), 2 reverse osmosis water makers, sewage treatment plant
Safety Equipment: VHF (DSC) & HF (DSC) radios. EPIRB, SART, Hunter satellite tracking device, 2 GPS’s, 2 radars, depth sounder, flares, basic first aid kits, 2 tenders with outboards, fin keels for extra stability, flotation rings, life rafts with surplus capacity for all passengers and crew, fire alarm system.
Crew: All crew are fully trained and certified. Captain, multilingual naturalist guide, cook, engineers, barman, and 4 sailors.
Guest Accommodation: 8 cabins each with private bath. Hot and cold water showers. Combination of queen, double and twin sized mattresses.


The Cachalote Explorer is a fully air-conditioned modern motor boat. The salon is equipped with flat screen TV and DVD systems.
Category: Explorer-Standard First Class Motor Vessel
Capacity: 16 passengers in 8 double cabins
L.O.A: 88' feet
Beam: 24' feet
Speed: 8 knots cruising approximately
Cruise Range: 1500 nautical miles under power
Salon Dimensions: 17.5' x 25' feet
Type: Motor Vessel. Steel hull.
DECK PLANS



ITINERARIES:

ITINERARY FERNANDINA - 8 DAYS
WEDNESDAY
AM: Baltra Airport: Arrival and Transfer to the boat
PM: Santa Cruz: Charles Dawrin station (HK)
THURSDAY
AM: Chinese Hat (HK/SN)
PM: Rabida (HK/SN)
FRIDAY
AM: Isabela: Sierra Negra Volcano (HK/SN)
PM: Isabela: Puerto Villamil (HK)
SATURDAY
AM: Isabela: Moreno Point (HK)
PM: Isabela: Elizabeth Bay (HK)
SUNDAY
AM: Isabela: Urbina Bay (HK/SN)
PM: Isabela: Tagus Cove (HK/SN)
MONDAY
AM: Fernandina: Espinosa Point (HK)
PM: Isabela: Punta Vicente Roca (PR)
TUESDAY
AM: Santiago: Egas Port (HK/SN)
PM: Bartolome (HK/SN)
WEDNESDAY
AM: North Seymour (HK/SN)
Baltra: Transfer to the Airport

ITINERARY ISABELA - 6 DAYS
FRIDAY
AM: Baltra / Transfer to Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz.
PM: At 14:00 you will take the speed boat that Will take
you to Isabela Islands here you will board the CACHALOTE.
This would be around 17:00
SATURDAY
AM: Isabela: Moreno Point (HK)
PM: Isabela: Elizabeth Bay (HK)
SUNDAY
AM: Isabela: Urbina Bay (HK/SN)
PM: Isabela: Tagus Cove (HK/SN)
MONDAY
AM: Fernandina: Espinosa Point (HK)
PM: Isabela: Punta Vicente Roca (PR)
TUESDAY
AM: Santiago: Egas Port (HK/SN)
PM: Bartolome (HK/SN)
WEDNESDAY
AM: North Seymour (HK/SN)
Baltra: Transfer to the Airport

ITINERARY TOWER - 8 DAYS
WEDNESDAY
AM: Baltra Airport: Arrival and Transfer to the boat
PM: Santa Cruz: Charles Dawrin station (HK)
THURSDAY
AM: Santa Fe: (HK)
PM: South Plaza (HK)
FRIDAY
AM: San Cristobal: Witch Hill (HK/SN)
PM: San Cristobal: El Junco Lagoon (HK)
SATURDAY
AM: Española: Gardner Bay (HK/SN)
PM: Española: Suarez Point (HK)
SUNDAY
AM: Floreana: Cormorant Point (HK/SN)
PM: Floreana: Post Office Bay (HK/SN)
MONDAY
AM: Santa Cruz: Dragon Hill (HK)
PM: James Island: Sullivan Bay (HK/SN)
TUESDAY
AM: Genovesa: Darwin Bay (HK/SN)
PM: Genovesa: El Barranco (HK/SN)
WEDNESDAY
AM: Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove (SN/PR)
Baltra: Transfer to the Airport

ITINERARY HOOD - 6 DAYS
FRIDAY
AM: San Cristobal Airport​: Arrival and Transfer to the boat
PM: San Cristobal: El Junco Lagoon (HK)
SATURDAY
AM: Española: Gardner Bay (HK/SN)
PM: Española: Suarez Point (HK)
SUNDAY
AM: Floreana: Cormorant Point (HK/SN)
PM: Floreana: Post Office Bay (HK/SN)
MONDAY
AM: Santa Cruz: Dragon Hill (HK)
PM: James Island: Sullivan Bay (HK/SN)
TUESDAY
AM: Genovesa: Darwin Bay (HK/SN)
PM: Genovesa: Prince Phillip Steps (HK/SN)
WEDNESDAY
AM: Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove (SN/PR)
Baltra: Transfer to the Airport
Spacious
Social Areas
The social areas have ample spaces to spend time and relax, whether enjoying a glass of good wine.
DOUBLE CABINS
Cabin 1 (upper deck): lower queen / upper single / lower single
Cabin 2 (upper deck): lower double / upper single
Cabin 3, 4 & 7 (lower deck): lower double / upper single
Cabin 5 & 6 (lower deck): queen l
Cabin 8 (lower deck): lower single / upper single
TWIN CABINS
Cabin 1 (upper deck): lower queen / upper single / lower single
Cabin 2 (upper deck): lower double / upper single
Cabin 3, 4 & 7 (lower deck): lower double / upper single
Cabin 5 & 6 (lower deck): queen l
Cabin 8 (lower deck): lower single / upper single
Cachalote Explorer Yacht RATES2023
Per person
6 DAYS | 8 DAYS | |
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CABINS 1-2 | $3700 USD | $4900 USD |
CABINS 3-4-5-6 | $3500 USD | $4600 USD |
CABIN 8 | $3000 USD | $4000 USD |
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