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Nina Luxury Catamaran NEW!!

Category: Luxury Class
Departures: Tuesdays
Capacity: 16 passenger

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Facilities & Accommodation

Nina is the first of the brand new Kat-700 luxury catamaran series and is the most modern vessel in the Galapagos Islands.

Her speed, comfort, luxurious interiors and excellent itinerary make Nina perfect for your clients` Galapagos Cruise Adventure.

Nina was commissioned following the stunning sell-out success of her sister ship, the luxury catamaran Athala II.

All cabins boast the luxury of a private balcony and the new stability system ensures the smoothest of rides.

The new design of the MC Nina surpasses all rivals. She is the fastest, sleekest, longest and most stable catamaran cruising the Islands.


2010 SPECIAL PROMOTIONS


10 % ADDITIONAL DISCOUNT
IMPORTANT NOTES FOR PROMOTIONS
  • All offers and promotions are subject to availability and change without notice.
  • Always contact one of our trip advisors for full details
  • Please contact our trip advisors for terms and conditions

2010 prices per person (except charter) starting at:

Prices are subject to change without prior notice.

Description 8 days Low Season 8 days High Season
Double Stateroom US$4389 US$4849
Single Stateroom US$5259 US$5995
 
Charter US$59949 US$65949

Low season: January 01 - June 14 / September 01 - December 15
High season: June 15 - August 31 / December 1

*All prices per person

** 15% supplement for Christmas and New Year departures

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* UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE THE NINA IS WAIVING THE $270 FUEL SURCHARGE. Nina and her sister catamaran the Athala are the only luxury vessels that are not charging for the fuel surcharge!!

Rates include:

  • Top quality bilingual local guide throughout the cruise and land excursions
  • Dedicated onboard cruise manager
  • All meals on board, bottled water and sodas
  • Welcome cocktail
  • Complimentary bottle of champagne and fruit basket
  • Use of all amenities on board (lap tops, etc), snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins), and wetsuits
  • Airport assistance (Quito, Guayaquil and Galapagos Islands) and use of airport VIP lounges. (Quito & Guayaquil)
  • Complimentary Trip and planning service for all your needs in the region
  • Transfers in the islands
  • Hair Dryer in all cabins

Not included:

  • Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee (US$100)
  • Galapagos Transit Control Card (US$10)
  • Fuel Surcharge
  • Roundtrip airfare to Galapagos
  • Tips to crew and staff
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Cancellation/medical insurance

Specifications

  • Year of construction: November 2008
  • Category: Luxury class
  • Type: Motor catamaran
  • Length: 103 feet / 31.45 mts
  • Beam: 40 feet / 12.30 mts
  • Draft: 4.6 feet / 1.40 mts
  • Gross Tonnage: 128 tons
  • Capacity: 16 passengers
  • Accomodation:
    8 large deluxe double cabins with private balcony (min 200 square feet (18.7 square mts))
    2 large deluxe single cabins with private balcony (168 square feet (15.7 square mts))
  • Main Engines: 2 350HP MTU (Detroit Diesel) turbo-charged S60-6062HK
  • Max Speed: 13 knots
  • Water Maker: 2000 gallons / day
  • Exterior: Mature Teakwood flooring
  • Crew: Captain, Bilingual Galapagos National Park Naturalist Guide, Cruise Manager, 8 other crew
  • Safety & Navigation: All equipment meets / exceeds the international SOLAS standard: 2x 20-man life craft, Navnex, 2 GPS, sonar, 2 naval radars, fire detection and prevention systems etc.

The MC NINA has been built to the highest international maritime standards. She is the only vessel in Galapagos Islands that meets all of the following standards:

  • Lloyds Register, Rules, and Regulations for the Classification of Special Services Craft.: Multihull & passenger craft - composite materials
  • American Bureau of Shipping: passenger craft- multihull – composite materials
  • International Association of Classification Societies IACS, Recommendation 47
  • International Maritime Organization, IMO: passenger ship

Itinerary 8 days

Saturday - Saturday

Saturday:
Am: Arrival in Baltra and transfer to the boat
Pm: Bartolomé

Sunday:
Am: Isabela: Vicente Roca Point
Pm: Fernandina: Espinosa Point

Monday: Santiago Island
Am: Puerto Egas
Pm: Rabida Island - Playa Roja

Tuesday:
Am: Isla Lobos
Pm: La Galapaguera or Interpretation Center

Wednesday: Española island
Am: Suárez Point
Pm: Gardner Bay

Thursday: Floreana island
Am: Champion & Punta Cormorant
Pm: Post Office Bay

Friday:
Am: Charles Darwin Research Station
Pm: Islas Plaza

Saturday:
North Seymour
Baltra and transfer back to the airport

NB. Itineraries are subject to National Park regulations and can be modified without previous notice.

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