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Galapagos Islands - 4, 5 & 8 Day Cruises
M/Y Eden
Itinerary - Rates - Deck Plans
Cruising the Galapagos Islands in one of the smaller yachts can be the most rewarding experience for those travelers who are comfortable with the small ship concept. The small groups allow guests to maximize their time at each landing. There is also more time for snorkeling and swimming - a real barefoot vacation!
Technical Specifications
Category
First Class
M/Y Eden
M/Y Eden
Type
Motor Yacht
Length
24 meters/79 feet
Beam
6 meters/20 feet
Decks
3: Upper, Main & Lower
Engines
2 Detroit diesel
Speed
10 Knots Cruising
Electrical
2 Generators 110 volts
Water Capacity
2500 Gallons
Fuel Capacity
2500 Gallons of diesel
Capacity
16 Passengers
Crew
7: Captain, naturalist multilingual guide, 2 sailors, mechanic, chef and bartender.
Navigation &
Safety Equipment
2 Motor (16 hp) dingies with capacity for 16, 2 inflatable life rafts for 12, beacon radio, fire system, life jackets, radar, GPS, echo sounder.

This beautiful yacht was built in 1996 and totally refurbished in August 2002. The M/Y Eden accommodates 16 passengers and is air-conditioned throughout. The ship was built in Ecuador, custom-designed for Galapagos Islands cruising, all interiors are nicely decorated. It has eight double cabins: four with two twin beds, three with bunk beds, and one with a queen-size bed. All rooms have private bathroom with shower and generous hot and cold water supplies. The M/Y Eden offers a spacious sun deck for observation of dolphins and whales, interior buffet area where delicious meals featuring Ecuadorian and international delicacies are served, two separate social areas with a well-equipped bar, TV & VCR, stereo & library. The M/Y Eden provides all the comforts weary explorers seek after a full day of hiking, snorkelling or diving.

Interiors
8 Air-conditioned Double Cabins with private facilities.
Interior buffet area
Two separate social areas
Bar
TV & VCR, stereo & library
Bridge, M/Y Eden
Bridge
Lounge, M/Y Eden
Lounge
Bar, M/Y Eden
Bar
Mess Hall, M/Y Eden
"Mess Hall"
Additional Naturalist guide
Elegant indoor dining room
Well-stocked library for quiet study
Lounge for relaxation and for nightly briefings
Safety Safety complies ISM (International Safety Management) SOLAS Requirements
Lifeboats: (2)
Life Jackets: In each cabin
Cabins 8 Air-conditioned cabins with private facilities
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