La Pinta
Ship Overview
Operated by: Metropolitan Touring
Cruising Ecuador's Galapagos Islands, the yacht La Pinta promises a sophisticated, upscale travel experience for no more than 48 guests in 24 cabins, combining modern design, spacious rooms, and gourmet cuisine. Her stylish cabins are some of the largest of any Galapagos expedition vessel and features floor-to-ceiling oversized panoramic windows for the best views of the islands. Each cabin features a stylish bathroom, complete with luxurious amenities.
La Pinta is equipped for a wide variety of aquatic activities including snorkelling, kayaking and a glass-bottom boat. Guests are extremely well looked after by a professional crew of 27, plus an experienced expedition team including three naturalist guides.
Key Facts
Luxury Plus Cabin
SIZE:23m2 / 248sqftSLEEPS:2
There are four Luxury Plus cabins located at the stern of the Cabin Deck. Measuring 23 sqm, these cabins are highly sought after and feature panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, private en suite with luxurious amenities, individually-controlled air conditioning, ample storage space, comfortable sofa and two arm chairs, and a safe. You may choose to configure your cabin with a double bed, or two single beds.
Luxury Cabin
SIZE:17.60m2 / 189sqftSLEEPS:2
The 20 Luxury cabins are located on the Cabin Deck. Each cabin offers a choice of one double or two single beds and features panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, private en suite with luxurious amenities, individually-controlled air conditioning, ample storage space, two chairs and a safe.
La Pinta sources as much of their produce locally as possible - this means freshly caught fish and seafood and organically grown fresh vegetables and fruit, all prepared by a team passionate to provide sybaritic delights through Ecuadorean and international cuisine under the creative lead of the Gastronomic Director, a Le Cordon Bleu chef. Meals are served in the Dining Room and snacks are served after expeditions, whether in the bar, in the library or on the outdoor terrace, where you can take in the fabulous vistas and marine breezes of the Galapagos. A 24-hour coffee station located in the library provides free coffee, tea, and water.
Facilities & Amenities:
- Upscale design throughout, ideal for travellers who are looking for a luxury experience
- Features some of the largest cabins of any Galapagos expedition vessel
- Floor-to-ceiling windows in all cabins and panoramic windows in common areas
- Small groups - average just 12 guests or less per guide
- 3 naturalist guides + 1 expedition leader
- Gourmet meals created by a Cordon-Bleu gastronomy director
- Ample deck space and features more amenities
- Sustainable cruise technology, including new engines to cut emissions and a wastewater treatment plant, reducing guests’ environmental footprint
- Glass-bottom boat, kayaks, snorkelling, swimming, panga coastal exploration (all aquatic activities authorised by the National Park)
- Al fresco dining
- Medical doctor on board for free consultations
La Pinta Expeditions
Northern Galapagos aboard La Pinta
From USD $4666.00 Per Person
DURATION:5 Days/ 4 Nights REGION:South & Central America SHIP:La Pinta
Aboard the sophisticated yacht La Pinta explore the northern Galapagos Islands on this five day expedition cruise. Discover Santa Cruz, Bartolome, Genovesa and Santiago islands and the Chinese Hat.
Eastern Galapagos aboard La Pinta
From USD $4666.00 Per Person
DURATION:5 Days/ 4 Nights REGION:South & Central America SHIP:La Pinta
Explore the Eastern Galapagos Island aboard the stylishly-appointed yacht La Pinta. Experience San Cristobal and Espanola islands, visit the Darwin Research Station and see hundreds of Marine Iguanas at Punta Suarez.
Western Galapagos aboard La Pinta
From USD $6428.00 Per Person
DURATION:7 Days/ 6 Nights REGION:South & Central America SHIP:La Pinta
Spend a week discovering the western side go the Galapagos archipelago aboard the sophisticated yacht La Pinta. Swim and snorkel amongst marine life and follow in the footsteps of Charles Darwin.