GENERAL DESCRIPTION

We are thrilled to announce the addition of the Cachalote Explorer!
Built in 1988 in Vancouver, Canada, this large and spacious motor vessel was converted into a passenger vessel in the early 2000’s. The Galapagos cruise ship will have 8 cabins (16 pax.) each with their own private bathroom equipped with Hot and Cold-water shower, air-conditioned throughout, and a large salon/dining area with multiple large deck areas for relaxing, eating and socializing.

This charming and comfortable Tourist 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 small ship tour.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

Category: Standard First-Class Motor Vessel
Capacity: 16 passengers
L.O.A: 88ft
Beam: 24ft
Salon Dimensions: 17.5ft x 35ft
Type: Motor Vessel, Steel hull
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.
Guest Accommodation: 8 cabins each with private bath. Hot / cold water showers. Combination of Queen, Double and Twin sized mattresses.
Crew: All crew are fully trained and certified. Captain, multilingual naturalist guide, cook, engineers, barman, and 4 sailors.
Cruising speed: 8 knots (appx.)

Bed sizes (reference to North American sizing of beds):

Cabin 1 (upper deck): lower queen / lower single / upper single

Cabin 2 (upper deck): lower double / upper single

Cabin 3, 4 & 7 (lower deck): lower double / upper single

Cabin 5 & 6 (lower deck): lower queen only

Cabin 8 (lower deck): lower single / upper small single

*double = full
*single = twin
*when mentioning upper we refer to an upper bunk
*small single refers to a narrower bed than regular twin size but still as long as a regular twin mattress

ITINERARIES:

Cachalote Explorer Galapagos Itineraries
The Cachalote Explorer offers the option of 6 and 8 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. 

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