Alta

Alta is one of the most beautiful yachts in the Galapagos; she is ideal for travelers who seek exclusivity and uniqueness. Alta is a three-masted staysail schooner, a very stylish yacht that has that special charm of a sailing ship. She is 46 m / 140 ft long and capable of 10 knots under power and 14 knots under sail.

Alta is fitted with 8 tastefully decorated cabins that accommodate up to 16 passengers. All cabins have ample hanging locker and drawer space. Each cabin has their private facilities with fresh, hot and cold water showers, Air conditioning throughout, icemaker. 4 cabins with twin beds and 4 cabins with double beds.

The main salon is very elegant and inviting. A curving banquet and coffee table stand opposite a cabinet holding the TV / Video system. At mealtimes, there are two alternatives: inside, in the dining salon, which seats sixteen in four tables, or "al fresco", on the foredeck. The gourmet galley is equipped to prepare the finest dishes.

Alta offers many spots for relaxing or sunning, including a sundeck with lounge chairs just forward of the bridge, and another with cushions on the bow of the yacht. When the conditions are appropriate, the sails will be hoisted and Alta will become the most beautiful yacht in the Galapagos.

Occasional diving (Active Departures Only): If you are a certified diver, but your partner isn´t or you don´t want to do an entire week´s diving cruise, the Active Departures are ideal for you. The cruise offer occasional diving at various locations throughout the archipelago so that you can experience the true beauty of Galapagos underwater life. The Active Departures offer 2 dives during the week, on the day you enter Puerto Ayora. If you wish to do 2 additional dives during the active departure, for a total of 4 dives during the week, there is an additional cost. The Galapagos National Park regulations require that all guests bring the dive certification card for verification of your dive training and experience.