SAMBA

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Motor Sailor Samba is frequently cited as the best yacht in its class - 14 passengers are accommodated in 7 double cabins, all equipped with air-conditioning and private bathrooms to ensure maximum comfort. The Samba is home to both indoor and alfresco dining areas, as well as a spacious sun deck to catch some Galapagos rays! Also on the yacht are 3 kayaks, one double and two singles, as well as snorkelling equipment and wetsuits, which are included in the base price. The yacht runs an alternating itinerary - one week in the North & West islands and the next in the South, East & Central islands. The Motor Sailor Samba is the perfect way to enjoy your Galapagos experience, so do not hesitate and book now!

TECHNICAL AND SAFETY FEATURES

  • Category: Tourist Superior Class
  • Departures: Thursday – Sunday
  • Capacity: 14 Passengers
  • Type: steel-hulled motor yacht with stabilizing sail
  • LOA: 78 ft. / 23.77 m.
  • Beam: 18 ft. / 5.48 m.
  • Displacement: 134 tons
  • Engines: Very efficient Twin DAV diesel engines 280 HP-CUMMINS that only use a remarkable 6 gallons of diesel every hour!
  • Range: 2.500 miles
  • Speed: 8.5 knots cruising
  • Sail: Steadying sails
  • Water capacity: 1.500 gallons and water maker
  • Crew: 6 + licensed Naturalist Guide

Navigation:
 Furuno Navnet Radar, Plotter and Sonar, GPS, VHF & SSB radios, two tenders with outboard motor

Safety: 
One self-contained 20-passenger life raft, EPIRB, two bi-directional VHF emergency-radios, one VHF (Motorola) wide-range radio, VHF and HF radios and one cell-phone communication system, life jackets, fire extinguishers, safety smoke and fire detectors and overhead sprinkler systems, A.B.C fire-control system and CO2 bank for the engine room.

GALLERY

DECK PLANS

ITINERARIES: 

ITINERARY NORTH & WEST - 8 DAYS 

TUESDAY
AM: Baltra Airport: Arrival and Transfer to the boat
PM: Mosquera Islet (HK/SN)
WEDNESDAY
AM: Genovesa: Darwin Bay (HK/SN)
PM: Genovesa: Prince Phillip's Steps (HK/SN)
THURSDAY
AM: Marchena: Punta Mejia (HK/SN)
PM: Marchena: Playa Negra (HK/SN)
FRIDAY
AM: Isabela: Punta Abermarle (HK/SN)
PM: Isabela: Punta Vicente Roca (PR/SN)
SATURDAY
AM: Fernandina: Espinosa Point (HK)
PM: Isabela: Urbina Bay (HK/SN)
SUNDAY
AM: Isabela: Elizabeth Bay (HK)
PM: Isabela: Punta Moreno (HK)
MONDAY
AM: Floreana: Asilo de la paz, Cerro alieri (HK)
PM: Floreana: Loberia (HK)
TUESDAY
AM: Santa Cruz: Highlands (HK)
Baltra: Transfer to the Airport

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Spacious

Social Areas

The social areas have ample spaces to spend time and relax, whether enjoying a glass of good wine.

MATRIMONIAL CABIN

6 air-conditioned double cabins and 1 exterior double bed cabin, all with private bathrooms and hot water. An ample dining-room/salon connects to an outdoor dining facility with large tables, 32″ High Definition LCD TV, DVD video equipment, sound-system, mini-library with books and videos and a small bar.

TWIN CABINS

6 air-conditioned double cabins and 1 exterior double bed cabin, all with private bathrooms and hot water. An ample dining-room/salon connects to an outdoor dining facility with large tables, 32″ High Definition LCD TV, DVD video equipment, sound-system, mini-library with books and videos and a small bar.

Samba Yacht RATES 2024 Per person

8 days 
PROGRAM $4800 USD
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INCLUDE: 

  • Accommodation as confirmed.
  • All mentioned meals (full board), filtered water, tea and coffee.
  • All excursions and activities as mentioned in the itinerary, guided by a National Park certified naturalist guide.

NOT INCLUDE:

  • Round-trip flight to the Galapagos.
  • Soft and alcoholic drinks.
  • Galapagos National Park entrance fee and Transit Control Card (currently USD 100 and 20, respectively, and subject to change).
  • Personal travel insurance.
  • Personal expenses, extras, and tips.
  • Wetsuits are also available for rent.
  • snorkelling gear (snorkel, mask and flippers).