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Golondrina Yacht - All You MUST Know Before You Go (2024)

Golondrina, Galapagos

• 8.7 Fabulous 29 Verified Reviews
• from ₽ 33,149 / day

Excellent food and drinks “Every day brought new experiences and fresh excitement. It was completely stunning to be able to be so close to all the wonderful…” Sheena R, Canada

• Freshly prepared local cuisine
• Snorkeling, swimming, and hiking activities

Join the Golondrina yacht for an exciting small-ship cruise in the Galapagos Islands. Catering to just 16 guests, she offers attention to detail, a relaxing atmosphere, and personalized service. Eight twin bunk-bed cabins are available, each carpeted with en-suite bathrooms, hot water showers, and AC. Social areas include a comfortable dining room where local freshly prepared dishes are served a la carte style, an indoor salon and bar with entertainment facilities, and a sun deck perfect for relaxing between activities.

The Golondrina yacht offers 5- and 8-day itineraries designed so guests experience the best of the Galapagos Islands and the incredible wildlife diversity. Snorkel with sea lions and penguins, swim with turtles and rays, and hike to spectacular panoramic viewpoints. Itineraries can also be combined back to back to see everything the Galapagos offers.

The experienced and professional crew of the Golondrina yacht is on hand to help during your memorable small-ship cruise. Book online today.

Choose your departure date adventure cruise | snorkelling only

Included: VAT, Fuel Surcharge, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Cabin Towels.

Required Extras: National Park Fees (100-200 USD per trip), Visas and Fees (20 USD per trip).

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Local Flights (520 USD per trip), Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Snorkel Gear (25-35 USD per trip).

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Boat features

• Daily housekeeping
• Audio & video entertainment
• Air Conditioned saloon
• Aircon Cabins
• Indoor Saloon
• Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
• En-Suite bathrooms
• Non-Smoking Rooms
• Snorkeling Equipment
• Naturalist Itineraries
• Dedicated Local & International Crew
• Naturalist Guide

Food & Drinks

• Western Food
• Vegetarian Options
• Buffet style
• Beer available
• Vegan Options

If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English and Spanish.

Gear Rental

There is equipment available to rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. You will need to pay for the rental gear on board of the boat. Show prices .

Drawings & Vessel Layouts

Accommodation.

Standard Bunk Bed Cabins

Superior Cabins

Boat specifications.

• Length 22.22 meters
• Beam 5.09 meters
• Cruising speed 8 knots
• Max guests 16
• Number of cabins 8
• Number of bathrooms 8

Boat Navigation and Safety

• Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
• E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
• Emergency Rafts
• Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
• First Aid Kits
• Emergency flares

Golondrina Reviews

• 8.7 Fabulous
• 29 Verified Reviews
• Activities 9.0
• 10 Exceptional

Fantastic experience of a lifetime

Every day brought new experiences and fresh excitement. It was completely stunning to be able to be so close to all the wonderful creatures of the Galapagos

• 9.6 Exceptional
• Elizabeth M

A fabulous experience!

The scenery and animals (both above and below the water) exceeded my expectations!

• 6.8 Review score

Enjoyable cruise but definitely not luxury

For me the highlight of the trip was the early morning boat ride through the mangroves watching the manta rays and turtles gliding by. Just beautiful.

• 8.0 Very good

A once in a lifetime trip

Seeing the Galapagos Islands and the wildlife

Would do it again

I loved it. The crew was really nice, the other guest as well. The guide was really good and friendly. Not 100% my style of guiding but that is just really personal. The boat is an old boat and that came with some problems. One of them was that the airconditioning was not working in my room. So I slept some nights with the door open. Half way the trip some some guest got off (they only booked 5 days), then I changed to a room with working airconditioning. My trip on this boat is more for young people or really active older people who don’t mind the problems that can be expected with an old boat.

Basic accommododies but great food, crew and guides

Snorkeling, tortoises and sea turtles galore! Did the 5 day but really only 3 days on boat, I wouldve booked the 8 day if I could go back in time, you see a lot more and is less time on the boat then I thought. Only recommend if you are ok with tight uncomfy sleeping quarters, rest of boat was nice and comfy.

• 6.0 Review score

The most appalling unhealthy ship I have ever been on, it should be condemned as a threat to health and your company should not promote it.

The wonderful bird and marine life, the scenery, the guide and crew. What a wonderful experience, but sadly at the end of the holiday it was wonderful to get off such an appalling ship.

Safety and comfort were issues

Snorkeling was amazing. However the Boats to take us in to snorkel did not work properly Engines kept failing and was not safe. The crew did their best with what was given to them so not their fault but the owner of the boat needs to update engines and comfort of boat. No hot water for showers after freezing in ocean. Life jackets had a lot of broken clips.

Ok, but switched to another boat

The Galapagos are nice but this itinerary has few highlights, lots of dead time and rather limited marine experience. Highlights were the iguanas and seals, and one of the two snorkeling trips

• 8.8 Fabulous

A lot in a small package

The ship was small enabling the crew to assist each of us almost on a one on one basis. This let me feel more comfortable attempting the lava fields and the ocean snorkeling. The knowledge of our guide about each island and animal species left me feeling as if I had lived in that area for years. I highly recommend the Golondrina and her wonderful crew.

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• Fins 35 USD per trip
• Mask 35 USD per trip
• Snorkel Gear 25-35 USD per trip
• Wetsuit 35 USD per trip

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• 2 single beds (twin)
• Central aircon
• Ensuite Bathroom
• Max 2 guests

4 cabins located on the lower deck. All of the comfortable cabins are carpeted and have private bathrooms with a toilet, shower with hot water, sink and vanity.

• Aircon with control

4 twin cabins located on the main or upper deck. All cabins are carpeted and have private bathrooms with a toilet, shower with hot water, sink and vanity.

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Golondrina Yacht - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor

31 MAY 2024

Golondrina yacht welcomes you on board - galapagos island cruise.

Enjoy an exclusive tour on board the unique Golondrina Cruise in the Galapagos Islands. A motored Yacht that can accommodate up to 16 passengers in beautifully decorated, cozy double cabins made specially for you and your needs.

We invite you to discover everything the Enchanted Islands can offer, its uniquely populated habitat and exuberating flora and fauna in a trip you will never forget…

Infrastructure Golondrina

Accommodation.

Golondrina Cruise cabins have been equipped to provide our guests a maximum comfort. The cruise has Air Conditioning system and a private bathroom with hot and cold water shower, sink and dressing table. The cruise has an ample dining room and leisure areas, Living Room, TV, Bar, Music System and Sundeck. We have snorkeling equipment and wetsuits available for rent. Our guests are our priority, we strive to making your experience magical.

Technical Specifications

16-passenger capacity, 22.22-meters long, two KHOLER 13KW and 10KW generators. The Golondrina Cruise is a safe and comfortable first class motored Yacht that will let you visit the most beautiful sites in the Galapagos Islands and can get up to a cruise speed of 8 knots.

Activities Golondrina

Our activities.

Our activities are designed for passengers seeking to experiment the diversity and uniqueness of the Galapagos Islands within a family-setting. We offer 4, 5 or 8-day tours which include hiking, swimming, snorkeling and small-cruise ferry service (Pangas). Book your reservation for special groups NOW! We accommodate student groups, family tours, academic or company trips and many more! Discover Galapagos with us!

Crew Golondrina

We want to make sure your Galapagos Islands experience is extraordinary! Our crew has over 20 years of experience. Start this astonishing trip with our highly qualified Captain who will guide the cruise to every destination, discover the Islands’ secrets accompanied by a naturalist bilingual guide and indulge on the exclusive meals prepared by Chef and culinary team. Our entire crew works to bring you professionalism, guarantee your safety and comfort so you can experiment the Galapagos' adventure.

ITINERARIES

ITINERARY “A”

TUESDAY TO FRIDAY

Delight in a 4 Day / 3 Night cruise of incomparable beauty, endless adventures and live a unique vacation experience in the Galapagos Islands. A trip that you’ll never forget!

Destinations:

Activities:, itinerary “b”.

FRIDAY TO TUESDAY

Learn about thousands of unique species who call the majestic Galapagos Islands home! Discover how their evolutionary path was shaped across the centuries with this family tour packed with unforgettable experiences.

ITINERARY “C”

FRIDAY TO FRIDAY

Find out first hand why the Galapagos Islands are considered a World Heritage Site with this week-long tour!

ITINERARY “D”

Ready to discover a Magical, Pristine and Surreal World? Golondrina Cruise take you to the most beautiful sites in Galapagos during an 8-day trip!

ITINERARY “H”

MONDAY TO FRIDAY

Live a one-of-a-kind adventure with our Cruise of the Galapagos Islands. Their spectacular geography and rich flora and fauna with captivate your mind.

GALAPAGOS ISLANDS HISTORICAL BACKGROUND

In geological terms, the Galapagos are relatively young volcanic islands. The Name “Galapagos” comes from the Spanish word “galapago”; a riding saddle. The term was coined by the first visitors when the saw the giant tortoises whose shells resemble the saddle shape and it was used to name the tortoises and the islands.

On top of a virginal and unique environment; the islands also have a captivating human history. The Bishop of Panama, Tomas de Berlanga, was the first person on the islands in 1535. He arrived after his ship sailed from his country of origin towards Peru. Later on, English whalers arrived at the islands and for that reason some of the islands received English names. In 1832, the islands became part of Ecuador.

The well-known English Naturalist, Charles Darwin, visited the Galapagos Island for the first time in 1835 on board of the Beagle. He observed and recorded the magnificent adaptations the species had gone through on every island, which became the basis of his theory of Natural Selection on his famed book “The origin of the Species”.

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GOLONDRINA MOTOR YACHT

The Golondrina I is a lovely motor yacht accommodating 16 passengers. Each of her eight double cabins has air-conditioning and a private bathroom. The common areas include a living room with TV, a dining room, a bar, and a solarium. Meals are carefully prepared from local and fresh ingredients and served either in the salon or on deck. The chef is happy to accommodate special dietary needs or preferences if informed in advance. The boat also has full snorkeling equipment and wetsuits available for rent upon request of each passenger

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• Fully air-conditioned
• Private bathrooms
• Bilingual naturalist guide
• Snorkel gear for rent

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• Accom.: 2.5
• Itinerary: 4.0
• Service: 2.7

Prices from: US$ 1,480 (4D/3N)

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GOLONDRINA RATES

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• Prices are subject to change without prior notice.

Additional Information

• Single supplement: 80%
• Supplement for special itinerary : 10%
• Children: 10% discount for children under 5 years old
• Upper deck cabins supplement US$100
• Christmas and New Year charge $150

Rates Include

• Accommodation in double cabin (8 cabins with bunkbeds )
• Transfer in Galapagos
• All meals and activities throughout the cruise
• Bilingual National Park Guide
• Water, coffee and tea.

Not Included

• Galapagos National Park entrance fee
• Transit Control Card
• Soft and Alcoholic beverages consumed onboard
• Wetsuit (5 days $25, 8 days $35)
• Snorkel Equipment (5 days $25, 8 days $35)
• Personal expenses
• Airfare to and from Galapagos.

GOLONDRINA DECK PLANS

GOLONDRINA ITINERARIES

Please note: Itineraries are unlikely to change significantly but are subject to change. Weather, wildlife breeding, instructions from the Galapagos National Park, specific abilities and interests of passengers as well as operational matters may cause your guide or captain to change the time or nature of visits. Your guide will always endeavor to select the best itinerary within these limits....

GOLONDRINA CRUISE REVIEWS

Cruise rating: 2.9 /5 - 1 customer reviews

Dear Olga, Nirvana and I would just like to say a big thank you for making our trip to the Galapagos possible. It was an amazing experience and one we will always look back on with fond memories. Thank you again for all your help. It is much appreciated! Warm Regards Katherine and Nirvana March 2012 2.9

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Galapagos Cruise: My experience sailing on the Golondrina Yacht

Christian Echeverria

This was my first experience traveling by cruise in the Galapagos and I did it on the Golondrina Yacht.

Traveling on the Golondrina Yacht gave me the chance to experience islands and places in the Galapagos that aren’t accessible on day tours. Most importantly, I didn’t have to worry about where to sleep or what to eat.

If you’ve browsed through my blog, you’ll have read all the information I have about traveling through the Galapagos Islands on your own , without purchasing a tour package. The fact is that, while this is a good way to experience the Galapagos, there will be numerous places you can’t visit on day tours, including Fernandina Island, Santiago Island and a few parts of Isabela Island . You can visit these on a cruise, however.

• Low budget cruise
• Itinerary B
• Things to consider before traveling
• What to take on the cruise
• Departures and availability

Golondrina & Fragata Yachts

LOW BUDGET CRUISE

Golondrina Yacht is a tourist class, or low cost, cruise. We traveled for 5 days following itinerary B. During the trip, we visited islands like Fernandina Island and the North part of Isabela Island , normally not accessible on day tours.

This cruise has 8 cabins, each equipped with bunk beds, private bathrooms, a dining area where you can serve yourself 3 buffet-style meals a day. There are different social spaces. You can get some sun while sailing between destinations or grab a beer at the bar. There’s always something to do on Golondrina Yacht so we never got bored.

If you want to travel Tourist superior on a Galapagos cruise, you can follow this same route on the Fragata Yacht, which always sails alongside Golondrina Yacht.

ACTIVITIES ON THE CRUISE

• Bird watching

GOLONDRINA & FRAGATA YACHTS: DAY BY DAY

– day 1: baltra island / mosquera islet.

The guide was waiting for us at 11:00am at the airport on Baltra Island ( Avianca Airline ). We had to wait a little until all the passengers were gathered.

Afterwards, we went to the loading dock used by cruises and were taken to the Golondrina Yacht. After putting our things away, we had a briefing with the cruise staff to review the itinerary and then we had lunch.

At 3:00 pm we reached our first destination and made a wet landing on Mosquera Islet , one of the beaches I had yet to visit. I was surprised at how white the sand, though I had expected to see more marine life. The sea lions saved the day, as usual, and swam close to us as we snorkeled.

Sea lions on Mosquera Islet

Embarking on Baltra Island

– DAY 2: Vicente Roca Poit on Isabela Island / Espinoza Point on Fernandina Island

At 7AM you should be up and having breakfast to make the most of your day, though if you can get up earlier at 6AM, you’ll see a spectacular sunrise over Isabela Island’s northern tip.

Our first activity on the second day was a panga ride through Punta Vicente Roca where we could observe Nazca boobies, blue-footed boobies, cormorants and other birdlife . In this sector you’ll also find another. type of sea lion called the fur seal, which are smaller and have larger eyes.

We waited for the sun to come out before plunging into the sea for 2 hours of snorkeling, observing different fish species, sea turtles and sea lions.

Each day of activities is divided by the lunch hour and after digesting, we went to Punta Espinoza, located on Fernandina Island.

Fernandina Island is the only place in the Galapagos where you can observe marine iguanas as they forage in the ocean. I think this may be the best snorkeling experience I’ve had in my life, observing how the sea turtles, marine iguanas and fish forage in the vegetation. Sea lions will also dash and play around you as you snorkel.

Snorkeling in Fernandina Island

Vicente Roca Point on Isabela Island

– DAY 3: Urbina Bay on Isabela Island / Tagus Cove on Isabela Island

As on the previous day, we had breakfast at 7am to be ready and make our first dry landing at Urbina Bay.

During the hike we could observe land iguanas and Galapagos tortoises in their natural habitat. We also saw the hollows shell of a tortoise while the whistle of a monkey bird guided us along the trail.

From Urbina Bay we sailed to Caleta Tagus and took advantage of the travel time to have lunch and rest from the hike.

Tagus Cove, or Caleta Tagus, was once a pirate hideaway and the markings/paintings on the walls are evidence of the people that once passed through here. I couldn’t understand how they would go out of their way and climb up on the rocks to scribble a nonsensical phrase, but maybe that was just part of the adventure back then.

The activities done at Tagus Cove are a hike and snorkeling. The trail takes us to a lookout point where we observed a lake that’s very close to the sea. Once we finished the hike, tired from the heat, we went snorkeling and went on a panga ride to see Galapagos penguins on the rocks.

Tagus Cove on Isabela Island

Land iguana on Urbina Bay

– DAY 4: Puerto Egas on Santiago Island / Chinese Hat Island

The trip from Tagus Cove to Puerto Egas on Santiago Island lasts around 11 hours and, if the sea isn’t too choppy, you should be able to sleep without any problem.

Since this day is split between two islands, you’ll have breakfast very early at 6:30am to then make a wet landing on Puerto Egas , where you’ll go on a coastal hike that takes about 1.5 hours. We could observe the Zayapa crabs, sea lions and the Galapagos hawk.

Afterwards, we returned to the cruise boat to make a second stop at the Chinese Hat.

While we sailed to the Chinese Hat, we ate lunch and had some time to rest before our landing at the new island.

Chinese Hat island has a canal the color of Caribbean water and, there, a colony of sea lion babies curiously awaited us. The trail was full of red and green vegetation, which contrasted beautifully with the volcanic stones. Beside the marine iguanas there were many zayapa crabs, which also contrasted with the other colors of the island.

After we finished the hike, we returned to the Golondrina yacht to get our gear and go snorkeling.

We snorkeled in an area facing Chinese Hat Island, along Santiago Island’s coast in turquoise water and white sand. We saw penguins again, star fish, a variety of fish and eventually found the Tintonera sharks as they slept.

Galapagos hawk on Santiago Island

Fauna on Chinese Hat Island

– DAY 5: Charles Darwin Station on Santa Cruz Island

Check out this map that includes photos and video of each stop along this cruise

BEFORE TRAVELING THROUGH THE GALAPAGOS BY CRUISE

• The neoprene suit and snorkeling gear can be rented on board for $50 (for both) for the 5 days.
• The Bolivar Canal is a whale sanctuary, we observed Pilot whales while crossing.
• Dry landing: you don’t wet your feet and should have closed toe shoe for hiking.
• Wet landing: You get off on a sandy beach so your feet get wet and you should have your shoes on hand.
• Before snorkeling, ask for some shampoo and use this to avoid fogging in your mask. It works.

WHAT TO TAKE ON A GALAPAGOS CRUISE

Here are a few things you need to ensure you have a great experience in this magical place. Some of these things you can obtain in town, thereby also contributing to the local economy:

  SIM CARD – Pre-paid chip

  Quick dry towel

  Cap or hat

Reusable bottles to stay hydrated

  Sunglasses

 Snorkel mask Anti Fog

  Bathing suit

  Close-toed shoes with good grip

  Comfortable clothes

  Sea sickness/motion sickness pills (Anautin or Mareol)

  Dry Bag Waterproof Backpack: water, camera, personal items

  Sweater/jacket for the cold months between September and November

Camara with a zoom lens (75-300) to capture animal sigtings

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Deck plan, cabins, social areas, services and crew.

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Itinerary and activities, great value cruise.

Accommodating 16 passengers in eight spacious cabins, the Golondrina yacht is a great option for a Galapagos cruise on a budget, without compromising on comfort, safety or enjoyment. It’s fully air-conditioned, with individual units in each cabin, and the friendly crew are dedicated to making your less expensive cruise through the Galapagos an unforgettable one.

ONBOARD SAFETY

The 22-meter Golondrina yacht is equipped with GPS, satellite navigator and state-of-the-art safety equipment, ensuring peace of mind for those looking for a Galapagos cruise on a budget.

COMFORTABLE SPACES

Each double cabin is furnished with two bunk beds and a private bathroom with toilet, shower, sink and vanity. The Golondrina yacht’s social areas include a comfortable living room with TV and DVD player, dining room, bar and spacious sun deck.

FUNNY EXCURSIONS

A Galapagos National Park naturalist guide will lead you on a range of fascinating excursions during your Golondrina Galapagos cruise, including snorkeling, hiking and panga rides to discover the wildlife and natural history.

WHAT MAKES THE M/Y GOLONDRINA A GREAT CHOICE

• Laid back ambience and great value.
• Attention to passengers' safety and enjoyment.
• Experienced guides and crew.
• Great visitor sites.
• Long and short itineraries available, 8, 5 and 4 days.
• Nice accommodations.

WHAT´S INCLUDED IN MY GALAPAGOS CRUISE WITH GOLONDRINA YACHT:

• Double accommodation
• All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
• Snacks after excursions
• Naturalist guide
• Water, tea and coffee

NOT INCLUDED

• Air ticket to/from Galapagos
• Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee ($100 per person)
• Transit Control Card ($20 per person)
• Wet suit (surcharge)
• Snorkeling gear (surcharge)
• Special itinerary supplement
• Alcoholic and other beverages

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“It was great to have time to relax in between excursions and activities. For sure one of the best snorkeling experiences, we saw sharks, sea lions and turtles. Golondrina provided fresh towels daily which was great. The sun deck is great for a book and sunshine. Social areas and cabins were in good condition.” – Derek, England.

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The Golondrina is one of the few remaining backpackers yachts catering for people on a budget who want to experience what the Galapagos Islands have to offer. With 8 cosy cabins each of them with bunk bed style beds and private bathroom, it has a capacity of 16 passengers, a dining room, living area and an ample sundeck. Golondrina boasts one of the best options while budget cruising the Galapagos islands.

Galapagos Itineraries

• TUE Arrive in Baltra Airport, Santa Cruz Highlands
• WED Isabela: Tintoreras, Wall of Tears, Wetlands, Tortoise Breeding Center
• THU Red Beach - Rabida, Santa Cruz: Dragon Hill
• FRI Black Turtle Cove, Baltra Airport
• FRI Arrive in Baltra Airport, Mosquera Island
• SAT Isabela: Vicente Roca Point, Fernandina: Espinoza Point
• SUN Isabela: Urbina Bay, Tagus Cove
• MON Santiago: Egas Port, Chinese Hat
• TUE Charles Darwin Station, Baltra Airport
• MON Arrive in Baltra Airport, Tortuga Bay (first night in hotel at Puerto Ayora)
• TUE Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Station, Highlands
• WED Isabela: Tintoreras, Tortoise Breeding Center, Wetlands, Wall of Tears
• FRI Arrive in Baltra Airport, Bachas Beach
• SAT Genovesa: Prince Phillip Steps, Darwin Bay
• SUN Bartholomew, Santiago: Sullivan Bay
• MON South Plaza, Santa Fe
• TUE San Cristobal: Kicker Rock, Witch Hill, Lobos Island
• WED Española: Suarez Point, Gardner Bay, Gardner & Osborn Islet
• THU Floreana: Cormorant Point, Devil's Crown, Charles Darwin Station
• FRI North Seymour, Baltra Airport
• FRI Baltra Airport, Mosquera Islet
• THU Red Beach - Rabida, Santa cruz: Dragon Hill

Yacht Specifications

• Length: 71ft, 22m
• Beam: 16ft, 5m
• Speed: 8 knots
• Crew: 4 + guide
• Capacity: 16 passengers

Trip Outline

The Golondrina yacht is the more basic of our Galapagos cruise yacht options, but does offer excellent economical prices, and is often popular with our past clients. It does still offer all of the same basic services as other yachts, such as hot water, air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and comfortable social areas.

The Golondrina practices ecological waste on board, demonstrating their committment to the environment in the Galapagos National Park.

This yacht runs a varied selection of 4, 5 and 8 day itineraries, that can also be combined into longer 12 and 15 day cruises for a real in-depth Galapagos trip!

• Number of cabins: 8 twin cabins (bunk beds)
• Private bathroom
• Air conditioning: central
• Room towels
• Beach towels
• 110v Electricity point in cabin and 220v
• Safe deposit box
• Lounge area
• Reading Material
• TV/DVD - Communal
• Emergency Satellite Phone
• Trip Includes
• Trip Excludes
• Meals: From lunch on Day 1 until breakfast on the final day.
• Accommodation with private bathroom.
• Excursions as listed in the itinerary, with a certified naturalist bilingual guide (Spanish/English).
• Drinking water, tea, coffee, snacks.
• Bus ticket Baltra Airport / Itabaca channel – $5 pp  *Depending on the cruise
• Alcoholic beverages consumed onboard
• Personal expenses
• $100 (Subject to change) Galapagos National Park entrance fee
• $20 Transit Control Card
• Wetsuit and Snorkel Equipment (5 days $25, 8 days $35)

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• Golondrina Galapagos Yacht
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• Galapagos Islands Cruises
• Perfect for charter, schools, family or friends
• Complimentary snorkel equipment
• Wetsuit available for rent in several sizes
• Comprehensive 7 night sailings
• Reliable vessel, over a decade cruising
• Fully air conditioned cabins
• Same gender guaranteed in shared cabin
• 16 guests in 8 cabins, personalized cruising

Facilities Grading - 2

Standard facilities & amenities, usually small vessels with limited space. All cabins carry their own private bathrooms, portholes, bed layout features bunk beds. Vessel type varies from yachts to sailboats.

Services Grading - 2

Bilingual naturalist guide knowledgeable in flora, fauna & wildlife, guidance level 2. Bathroom amenities & fresh towels with cleaning service every day. Daily briefings for future scheduled activities. Local cuisine catering to different diets, on board bar, & usually a crew of 5+ looking after guests needs & comfort.

Itineraries Grading - 4

Extensive & far reaching itineraries, programs usually visit the northwest islands, where long non-stop programs are required. Programs can usually be combined or taken individually with short length programs, these offer popular stops in the south, center, east & northern islands. Activities include the youngest islands in Galapagos with a high incidence of endemic wildlife.

Itineraries & Rates 2024

Itinerary c east program.

• Lower Bunks $3,190
• Main/Upper Bunks $3,290

Itinerary D West Program

Itinerary B Northwest Program

• Lower Bunks $1,840
• Main/Upper Bunks $1,940

Itinerary H West Program

Itinerary A West Program

• Lower Bunks $1,480
• Main/Upper Bunks $1,580

Dates, Offers & Availability

Your flexible booking options, your options if plans change.

We understand these are uncertain times and want to make sure you feel confident about your options if your plans change.

Credit for Future Tours

If you’re uncertain about when you’ll be able to travel in the future, you can convert your existing payments to credit. This way you won’t lose any of your money to potential cancellation fees. We’ll keep your money safe, and you’ll be able to book your tour when you’re ready. You can read the full policy around Credit for Future Tours.

Date Changes

This operator allows date changes to be made within their Credit for Future Tours policy.

Cancellation

If there’s no other option than to cancel, we’d like to make sure you’re aware of the potential fees involved. The overview below shows this tour’s cancellation fees depending on how far ahead of the departure date you cancel.

Up to 119 days before departure

Up to 89 days before departure, up to 29 days before departure.

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Golondrina Inclusions & Exclusions

Golondrina features, decks & notices.

Lower Deck 1/3

Layout in Lower Deck

• Engine room
• Cabins 1 to 4

Main Deck 2/3

Layout in Main Deck

• Kitchen area
• Dining room
• Cabins 5 & 6
• Boarding dock

Upper Deck 3/3

Layout in Upper Deck

• Cabins 7 & 8

Golondrina General Details

Lower Bunks

Cabin information.

• Cabin Numbers: 1,2,3,4
• Size: 11.48 ft2 / 3.5 mt2
• Max occupancy: 2
• Bedding: 2 singles bunk
• Bunkbeds: Yes
• Sharing: Allowed

Main/Upper Bunks

• Cabin Numbers: 5,6,7,8

Cabin Specifications

• Cabins: 8 staterooms
• Twin/double: -
• Convertible: -
• Interconnected: -
• Sharing: Yes

Cruise Technical Specifications

• Vessel type: Motor yacht
• Year built: 1969
• Length: 22.2 m / 72.83 ft
• Beam: 5.09 m/ 16.69 ft
• Max speed: 9 knots
• Crew: 4 + guide
• Capacity: 16 guests
• Engine: 2 X 240 HP DETROIT DIESEL 8V-71
• Decks: 3 decks
• Balconies: N/A

Cruise Safety & Navigation

• ABC Fire Extinguishers
• All required navigation equipment
• Depth sounders
• FURUNO Radar
• Lifeguard vest
• VHF - DSS radio

Cruise Facilities

• 16 guests max
• Air conditioned Cabins
• Cabin large windows
• Convertible Cabins
• Easily merge itineraries
• Free alcoholic drinks
• Galapagos Charters
• Great Itineraries
• Green Practices
• Interconnected cabins
• Multimedia System
• Onboard Wifi
• Private balcony
• Reliable And Affordable
• Same gender guarantee
• Satellite Phone
• Single cabin
• Snorkeling equipment
• Spa Services
• Suite cabins
• Wetsuits Service

Cruise Surcharges

Children aboard cruise.

• Minimum age: All ages allowed
• Eligible age: Under 5 years
• Eligible disount: 10% (restrictions apply)
• Restriction: Travel with 2 full paying adults, ineligible with offers

Expenses Aboard

• Bar: Cash only
• Tipping: Guide: $6/8 - Crew: $10/12 per day
• Wetsuit rental: 4/5 Days $25 | 8 Days $35
• Souvenirs: N/A
• Internet: N/A

Cruise Notices

• $150 surcharge for Xmas & New Years
• Easter, Xmas and New Years Eve no children discounts
• Eligible discounts & offers year round, inquire your trip advisor

Customers Reviews 4 Reviews

• Overall Rating Excellent 5.0
• Itinerary Excellent 5.0
• Guide Excellent 4.8
• Transport Excellent 5.0
• Accommodation Excellent 5.0
• Food Excellent 5.0
• Staff Members Excellent 5.0

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