ECUADOR & GALAPAGOS
WHERE ADVENTURE AWAITS
PASSION
Set sail on an extraordinary journey through the Galápagos Islands aboard the luxurious 14-passenger M/Y Passion. This elegant yacht features five beautifully appointed staterooms and two luxurious suites (complete with his-and-hers bathrooms). Enjoy gourmet cuisine served in a beautifully crafted dining room or al fresco on the panoramic sky deck. After a day of exploration, unwind on the expansive decks with secluded lounge chairs or relax in one of two soothing hot tubs. With its refined interiors, sweeping outdoor spaces, and breathtaking sky lounge, the Passion perfectly blends luxury and adventure, offering discerning travelers an unparalleled Galápagos experience.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Category: Luxury
Capacity: 14 Passengers
Cabins: 7 with private en-suite bathrooms
Length: 159 ft Beam: 28ft
Cruising speed: 10 knots
Type: Motor Vessel, Steel hull
WiFi: Free - Starlink
Meals: All meals, snacks, non-alcoholic drinks included (*alcoholic drinks and bottled drinks not included except on Diamond Charter)
Marine equipment: snorkels, masks, short wet-suites, kayaks, life jackets (long wetsuits available on Diamond Charters)
CABINS
Passion accommodates its guests in seven thoughtfully designed cabins, providing a comfortable haven for up to 14 passengers. Each cabin is equipped with at least 1 private ensuite bathroom with hot and cold water. Additionally, the cabins are fitted with air-conditioning, offering a perfect blend of comfort and convenience during your voyage.
Master Suite: King | him & hers bathrooms w/ bath tub
VIP Suite: King | him & hers bathrooms w/ bath tub
Stateroom 1: Queen w/ private en-suite bathroom
Stateroom 2: 2 Twins w/ private en-suite bathroom
Stateroom 3: 1 Twin & 1 Full w/ private en-suite bathroom
Stateroom 4: 1 Twin & 1 Full w/ private en-suite bathroom
Stateroom 5: King w/ private en-suite bathroom
SPECIFICATIONS
MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT
1 main Caterpillar Engine, 3 Generators (110v), 2 reverse osmosis water makers, sewage treatment plant, 3 Isuzu generators for 110v and 220v, autopilot system.
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, UV light insect traps, outboard propeller cage, safety signage, protocols and drills.
CREW
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1 – Captain
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1 – multilingual naturalist guide
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1 – chef
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2 – engineers
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1 – barman
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4 – sailors
All crew are fully trained and certified in accordance with Ecuadorian Maritime Laws and International Maritime Organization Laws.
MEALS
Passion offers guests a full dining experience with breakfast, lunch, and dinner served daily, along with a variety of snacks and beverages available throughout the day. For your convenience, there is a tea, coffee, and water station available at all times. We take great pride in sourcing fresh ingredients from local farmers and artisans, ensuring that each meal is not only delicious but also a reflection of the Galapagos’ rich culinary heritage. We happily accommodate all dietary needs and restrictions, but kindly request advance notice to ensure we meet your preferences.
PASSION'S ITINERARIES
WESTERN ITINERARY | 8 DAYS
HIGHLIGHTS
Santa Cruz Island: Tortoise Reserve, Charles Darwin Research Station, Los Gemelos, Town of Puerto Ayora, wildlife viewing, sightseeing, walking.
WILDLIFE
Land life: - Tortoises - Penguins - Land & marine iguanas - Lava lizards - Galapagos Snake (non-venomous) - Various birds: finches, frigates, albatross, boobies, vermilion fly catcher, flamingos, Galapagos Hawk, flightless cormorant, pintail ducks, swallow-tailed gulls Sea life: - Tropical fish - Rays - Sea lions - Fur seals - Dolphins - Sea turtles - Marine Iguanas - Sharks (typically small reef sharks) - Penguins - Reefs and crustaceans
ACTIVITIES
- Walking - Hiking - Swimming - Snorkeling - Kayaking
MEALS
- Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner - Snacks - Teas, coffees, water, juices *We are happy to accommodate any dietary needs and restrictions provided notice is given.
EASTERN ITINERARY | 8 DAYS
HIGHLIGHTS
Santa Cruz Island: Tortoise Reserve, Charles Darwin Research Station, Los Gemelos, Town of Puerto Ayora, Dragon Hill (Cerro Dragon), Black Turtle Cove, wildlife viewing, sightseeing. South Plazas Island: Visit colony of bachelor sea lions and various endemic birds, hiking, wildlife viewing, sightseeing. Santa Fe Island: Hiking, snorkeling, wildlife viewing, sightseeing. Española Island: Gardner Bay, Punta Suarez, natural blow hole, snorkeling, courtship of Waved Albatross (April – Dec.), wildlife viewing, sightseeing. Santiago Island: Bartolome, beautiful views of Pinnacle Rock, snorkeling, hiking, wildlife viewing, sightseeing. Rabida Island: Visit the vivid red sandy beach of Rabida, flamingo lagoon, hiking, sighteeing, wildlife viewing Sombrero Chino Island: Walk the scenic trails of this small island, sight seeing, wildlife viewing, snorkeling, hiking Genovesa (Tower) Island: Walk through a nesting boobie colony, snorkeling (with possibility to see scalloped hammerhead sharks), ascend Prince Phillips Steps, hiking through trail and palo santo trees, wildlife viewing, sightseeing. Baltra Island: Arrival and Departure.
WILDLIFE
Land life: - Tortoises - Penguins - Land & marine iguanas - Lava lizards - Galapagos Snake (non-venomous) - Various birds: finches, frigates, albatross, boobies, vermilion fly catcher, flamingos, Galapagos Hawk, flightless cormorant, pintail ducks, swallow-tailed gulls Sea life: - Tropical fish - Rays - Sea lions - Fur seals - Dolphins - Sea turtles - Marine Iguanas - Sharks (typically small reef sharks) - Penguins - Reefs and crustaceans
ACTIVITIES
- Walking - Hiking - Swimming - Snorkeling - Kayaking
MEALS
- Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner - Snacks - Teas, coffees, water, juices *We are happy to accommodate any dietary needs and restrictions provided notice is given.