Galapagos Islands Cruises: M/Y Grace (16 passenger yacht)

M/Y Grace's stellar past includes ownership by millionaire tycoons like Sir George Tilley and Aristotle Onassis, a brief stint in the British navy and the vacation home of guests recognized worldwide, including Winston Churchill. Named after her late owner, Her Serene Highness Princess Grace of Monaco, the name is a representation of her elegance, beauty and prestige.

The Grace is now cruising in the Galapagos Islands. This yacht features a main salon equipped with a bar, TV/Video system and stereo system. Guests can choose to eat inside, in the interior dining room or outside in the al-fresco dining area. The sundeck has a bar and plenty of space to be in the open air. In between shore excursions, relax in the front of the boat where the jacuzzi and sun chairs are located.

Cabins

Eight spacious staterooms of up to 18 square meters (194 square feet) wtih private bathrooms, individual climate controls, safe boxes, telephones and plenty of storage space for clothing and luggage.

BOAT DESCRIPTION

Number of Passengers: 18
Length: 145 ft (44m )
Beam: 23 ft (7m)
Speed: 12 knots
Built: 1928
Last Refurbishment: Rebuilt 2008
Crew: 8 plus 2 naturalist guides and 1 cruise director
Day(s) of Departure: Saturday
Sea Kayaks: 2 or 3
Snorkelling Equipment: included
Occasional Diving: no
Wet Suits: Yes (short)
Other Notes: Official web site (photos and deck plan)

Itinerary

Saturday - Arrive on San Cristobal Island / Playa Ochoa and Kicker Rock
Sunday - Tower Island: Prince Phillip's Steps (kayaking optional) / Darwin Bay
Monday - Isabela Island: Tagus Cove / Fernandina Island: Punta Espinosa
Tuesday - Isabela Island: Urbina Bay (kayaking optional) / Punta Vicente Roca
Wednesday - Bartolome Island: Pinnacle Rock & Overlook / Santa Cruz Island: Dragon Hill
Thursday - Santa Cruz Island: Highlands / Charles Darwin Research Station
Friday - Hood Island: Punta Suarez / Gardner Bay (kayaking optional)
Saturday - San Cristobal: Interpretation Centre / Depart for Mainland Ecuador

2010 rates
Category	High Season CA$*	High Season US$
Carolina Deck: Staterooms 3-5	5,455	5,195
Carolina Deck: Staterooms 1-2	5,770	5,495
Albert Deck: Staterooms 2-3	5,770	5,495
Albert Deck: Staterooms 1-4	6,242	5,945
Last Minute Rates

WHAT'S INCLUDED

- all meals
- transfers in the Galapagos Islands
- all shore excursions with an English speaking naturalist guide

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

- US$ 100 Galapagos National Park entrance fee
- US$ 10 Transit Tax
- Fuel surcharge
- airfare from mainland Ecuador
- beverages
- gratuities
- cancellation/medical insurance
- snorkelling equipment and wet suits are available at additional cost on-board
- accommodations and tours on mainland Ecuador

Rates are per person, in US$ and CA$ * The Canadian dollar rates shown above have been calculated at an exchange rate of 1.20 and are subject to change until time of payment.