M/S Alta
Alta is one of the most beautiful yachts is ideal for travelers who seek exclusivity and uniqueness. the M/S Alta is one of the finest of luxury sailors to cruise in the Equatorial waters of the Galapagos Islands.
Built in Norway, Alta is a ketch-rigged Motor Sailer, a very stylish yacht that has the special charm of a sailing ship.
Alta is a Three Masted Staysail Schooner, a very stylish yacht that has that special charm of a sailing ship. She is 46 m / 140 ft long and capable of 10 knots under power and 14 knots under sail.
Alta is fitted with 8 tastefully decorated cabins that accommodate up to 16 passengers. All cabins have ample hanging locker and drawer space.
Each cabin has their private facilities with fresh, hot and cold water showers, Air conditioning throughout, icemaker. 4 cabins with twin beds and 4 cabins with double beds.
The main saloon is inviting and comfortable, with a curving banquet and coffee table stand opposite a cabinet holding the TV/video system. It is here where you will meet your naturalist guide for daily briefings. For meals, there are two alternatives: the interior the dining saloon or al fresco on the foredeck.
The dining facilities aboard are very informal and accommodating to your needs. The chefs prepare delicious Ecuadorian specialties, as well as Continental dishes. Start each day with a casual breakfast; at lunch enjoy crisp salads, healthy pastas, assorted fresh vegetables, produce, meats and fish all creatively prepared. Unwind in the evening with creamy soups, grilled seafood, roasted potato salad, unique deserts, and other delicacies of Ecuadorian and international cuisines.
Alta offers many spots for relaxing or sunning, including a sundeck with lounge chairs just forward of the bridge, and another with cushions on the bow of the yacht. When the conditions are appropriate, the sails are hoisted and Alta will become the most beautiful yacht in the Galapagos.
Specifications
| Category: | Luxury |
| Capacity: | 16 Passengers |
| Accommodations: | 8 doubles with private bath (fresh, hot-water shower) and A/C |
| On board: | lounge, stereo equipment, sundeck, TV and VCR room |
| Crew: | Captain, cook, 6 sailors, and 1 naturalist guide |
| Speed: | 10 - 14 knots |
| Length: | 104 ft. (31.7m) |
| Electric: | 110 / 220 Volts |
Itinerary
M/S Alta itinerary |
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| Sunday | AM |
Arrival at San Cristobal |
PM |
San Cristobal (Lobos / Kicker Rock) | |
| Monday | AM |
Tower (Genovesa) Island: Prince Phillip's Steps |
PM |
Tower: Darwin Bay | |
| Tuesday | AM |
Isabela (Albemarle) Island: Punta Vicente Roca |
PM |
Fernandina (Narborough) Island: Punta Espinosa | |
| Wednesday | AM |
Santiago (San Salvador, James) Island: James Bay |
PM |
Bartolome (Bartholomew) Island | |
| Thursday | AM |
Santa Cruz (Indefatigable) Island: Charles Darwin Research Station |
PM |
Santa Cruz: Highlands | |
| Friday | AM |
Floreana (Santa Maria, Charles) Island: Punta Cormorant |
PM |
Floreana: Post Office Bay / Devil's Crown | |
| Saturday | AM |
Hood (Española) Island: Punta Suarez |
PM |
Hood: Gardner Bay | |
| Monday | AM |
San Cristobal: Interpretation Center |
PM |
Fly from San Cristobal Island | |
Rates
Type of Cabin / Deck |
High Season |
Low Season |
Cabins 1 - 6 & 8 |
$4049 |
$3549 |
Cabin 7 |
$3849 |
$ 2300 |
