La Pinta

Ship Highlights
• Passengers : 48
• Includes Isabela & Fernandina Islands
• Kayaking available

Galapagos explorers can now enjoy an expedition adventure with comfort and safety aboard the 48-guest yacht La Pinta. This supreme yacht offers a relaxed yet lavish expedition atmosphere, complete with plush cabins; the highest standards of service; international cuisine plus celebrated Ecuadorian dishes, and all the amenities that make the Galapagos Expedition a trip of a lifetime.

After days filled with wildlife exploration, La Pinta provides a haven of relaxation and tranquility. English-speaking Naturalist Guides enhance their interpretative skills with the use of state-of-the-art-expedition equipment. The staff embraces a spirit of adventure, while at the same time ensuring that you always travel in comfort and safety.

On board Amenities
Three public decks include an ample bar-salon, dining room, natural history library, sky bar and sundeck. Guests will enjoy the on board briefings and daily lectures in the conference room with latest A/V equipment.

Boat Deck
- Outside Sky Bar
- Jacuzzi
- Natural History Library
- Conference Room
- Exercise Room
- Observation Lounge & Bar

Main Deck
- Dining Room
- Reception Area
- Boutique
- Doctor's Office

Accommodations on board the La Pinta
La Pinta's ample staterooms provide unparalleled comfort. 24 outside cabins are located mid-ship, in the Cabin Deck, with twin beds that can be converted into one bed. Six cabins are connected. Double Cabin size is 175 square feet, Triple Cabin size is 236 square feet with sofa bed.

All cabins feature private bath facilities and sitting areas, in room safety deposit boxes, multi-channel sound system for closed circuit music and connection for personal iPods, MP3, MP4. Closet and luggage storage space, telephone with direct international dialing & central air conditioning with individual controls are also in each cabin.

Galapagos Exploration
La Pinta guests will cover all aspects of the Galapagos: discovery, adventure, environmental interpretation, aquatic activities, relaxation, superb service and great dining. Naturalist Guides enhance their interpretative skills with the use of state-of-the-art-expedition equipment:
- Glass-bottom boat
- Snorkeling equipment: masks, snorkels, flotation vests.
- Shortie wet suits (used between June and December)
- Sea Kayaks

• Type of Vessel: Motor Yacht
  
• Engines: 2 DEUTZ model SBA 8M 1275 HP
  
• Length: 63 meters (207 feet)
  
• Beam: 12 meters (39.37 feet)
  
• Gross Tonnage: 1541
  
• Speed: 12 knots
  
• Electricity: 110-220 Volts 50Hz
  
• Navigation Equipment: Gyrocompass, Automatic Pilot, radar, and GPS
  
• Safety Certificates: (SOLAS, STCW, MARPOL, ISM COD 12)
  
• Fire Detector: Automatic with control from the bridge
  
• Life Jackets: In each cabin
  
• Inflatable life raft: 2 x 50 persons and 6 x 50 persons
  
• Landing Craft: 3 Pumar inflatable landing craft + glass bottom boat
  
• Crew: 24
  
• Naturalists: 3
  
• Medical Officer: Permanently on board