- Yacht Samba Specifications
- Itinerary North & Western Islands (8D / 7N)
- Itinerary South East & Central Islands (8D / 7N)
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Samba Galapagos yacht offers one of the best routes a yacht can have on an 8-day cruise. On its northwest itinerary, it visits remote and highly sought-after islands, and it is one of the most requested yachts for 2025 and 2026.
| Type | Motor Catamaran |
| Category | Boutique Yacht Naturalist Liveaboard |
| Electric System | 2x 50 kw IMO |
| Electric Power | 110v and 220v AC/DC |
| Material Construction | Fiberglass |
| Cruising Speed | 10 knots |
| Length | 90 feet (27.6 meters) |
| Water Capacity | 3000 gallons |
| Beam | 36.08 feet (11 meters) |
| Diesel Capacity | 2500 gallons |
| Draft | 4.75 feet (1.45 meters) |
| Passengers | Maximum 16 |
| Year Built | 2007 |
| Crew | 9 members |
| Main Engines | 2x Cummins 350 hp IMO |
| Diving | Sport platform |
| Sports Equipment | Snorkeling (free use of equipment) and sea kayaking |
North & Western Islands - (8 days/7 nights)
| Day | Activity |
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| DAY 1 Tuesday | • Baltra Airport • Islote Mosquera |
| DAY 2 Wednesday | • Bahía de Darwin • El Barranco |
| DAY 3 Thursday | • Punta Mejia • Playa Negra |
| DAY 4 Friday | • Punta Abermarle • Punta Vicente Roca |
| DAY 5 Saturday | • Punta Espinoza • Bahía Urbina |
| DAY 6 Sunday | • Bahía Elizabeth • Punta Moreno |
| DAY 7 Monday | • Bahía Post Office • Mirador de la Baronesa • Corona del Diablo |
| DAY 8 Tuesday | • Reserva El Chato • Los Gemelos • Baltra Airport |
South East & Central Islands - (8 days/7 nights)
| Day | Activity |
|---|---|
| DAY 1 Tuesday | • Baltra Airport • Los Gemelos • El Chato |
| DAY 2 Wednesday | • Punta Cormorant • Islote Champion |
| DAY 3 Thursday | • Punta Suarez • Bahía Gardner |
| DAY 4 Friday | • Punta Pitt • León Dormido • Isla Lobos |
| DAY 5 Saturday | • Santa Fé • Plaza Sur |
| DAY 6 Sunday | • Sombrero Chino • Bartolome |
| DAY 7 Monday | • Puerto Egas • Rábida |
| DAY 8 Tuesday | • Seymour Norte • Baltra Airport |
Samba Galapagos yacht is a small liveaboard operating in the Galapagos for just 14 passengers, with 8 crew members and a certified naturalist guide. It has two zodiacs for landings at each visitor site. Samba is known for offering one of the best 8-day northeast itineraries, visiting remote islands and providing a very good overall experience for its guests.
Samba Galapagos yacht cruise includes:
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Accommodation in air-conditioned cabins with private bathroom
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All meals on board: breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
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Filtered water, tea and coffee throughout the day
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Daily guided excursions according to the official itinerary
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Snorkeling gear (mask, snorkel and fins)
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Certified Galapagos naturalist guide
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Use of dinghies (pangas) for wet and dry landings
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Towels for cabin and deck use
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Crew assistance and housekeeping on board
The following are not included in the Samba Galapagos cruise price:
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Flights to and from the Galapagos Islands
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Galapagos National Park entrance fee $200pp
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Transit Control Card (TCT) $20pp
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Wetsuit (if required)
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Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
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Travel insurance and personal expenses
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Tips for guide and crew
