M/Y Passion
M/Y Passion
The Passion is an exclusive vessel with lavish social areas, a panoramic sky lounge and bar, as well as a classy dining room serving gourmet cuisine. Incredibly spacious sun decks are ideal for al fresco dining. If you are seeking privacy, a secluded sun deck is the perfect retreat, complemented by a jacuzzi for relaxation. All cabins are air-conditioned, spacious and beautiful. Six state cabins are all equipped with private bathrooms and a luxurious bathtub while the VIP and Master suites feature two en-suite bathrooms.
NEVER USED FOR TOURISM BEFORE
Originally built as a private luxury yacht, the Passion has been completely refurbished with an emphasis on retaining many of its original, elegant features. Rose colored marble bathrooms and teak wood decks make the vessel a one of a kind classic, which can only offer a one of a kind experience. Never before used for tourism, the M/Y Passion has a gorgeously private and upscale feel, and effortlessly carries the legacy of her original name, Bellisima, which translates to “beautiful” in Italian. She makes a statement of grace, elegance and style, offering a classy and personal way to experience the exoticism the Galapagos.
CRUISING FOR A CAUSE
The M/Y Passion was purchased and refurbished by WildAid, “a nonprofit organization with the mission to end the illegal wildlife trade in our lifetimes. It focuses on reducing the demand for endangered species products by targeting consumers with engaging public service announcements and education initiatives.” There is simply no better way to become educated about the environment by visiting Galapagos Islands aboard the M/Y Passion, a journey that gives you an impression of what Earth was like 2 million years ago. We are proud to support WildAid by encouraging our travelers to explore Galapagos the eco-friendly way.
PERSONALIZED AND SPACIOUS
A ratio of one staff member per guest ensures first class service aboard the Passion. Measuring 159 feet (48.5 meters), she boasts four decks and an exceptional amount of space for only 12 passengers. Your experience will be customized by specialists in distinguished fields rather than traditional tour guides. Special interests such as photography or bird watching can be arranged with a local expert in each field to guide you through the region’s magical natural wonders.
IDEAL FOR charters; or those looking for a sophisticated yacht in the Galapagos with a very good operation track record
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Day to Day Itinerary
- 8 days Cruise Itinerary 'Eastern'
- 8 days Cruise Itineary 'Western'
- 5 days Cruise Itinerary 'Eastern'
- 4 days Cruise 'Eastern'
Itinerary Details
Day 1 - Baltra Arrival - Black Turtle CoveAMBaltra ArrivalBaltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMBlack Turtle CoveSanta Cruz Island: Black Turtle CoveThis shallow inlet is surrounded by mangroves and provides natural protection for a variety of marine life.
Day 2 - Darwin Bay - Prince Phillip StepsAMDarwin Bay
Genovesa Island: Darwin BayA coral beach where a 750 mt. trail takes you through more seabird colonies.
PMPrince Phillip StepsGenovesa Island: Prince Phillip´s StepsAn extraordinary, steep path leads through a seabird colony full of life, up to cliffs that are 25m high.
Day 3 - Bartholomew Island - Sombrero ChinoAMBartholomew Island
Bartholomew IslandBartholomew is home of the Pinnacle Rock, the most famous view in the Galapagos, and a beautiful white-sanded beach.
PMSombrero ChinoSombrero Chino IslandThe landing is on a beautiful crescent-shaped beach, home to sea lions and Sally Lightfoot crabs.
Day 4 - Rabida Island - Dragon HillAMRabida Island
Rábida IslandA bird-watcher´s delight. Species includes Flycatchers, Galapagos Hawks and Brown Pelicans.
PMDragon HillSanta Cruz Island: Dragon HillA hypersalinic lagoon frequented by flamingos, stilts, pintail ducks and other species of birds.
Day 5 - Highlands - Charles Darwin StationAMHighlands
Santa Cruz Island: HighlandsThe highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt.
PMCharles Darwin StationSanta Cruz Island: Charles Darwin StationAn organisation that provides scientific assistance to ensure the proper preservation of the Galapagos.
Day 6 - South Plaza - Santa Fe IslandAMSouth Plaza
South Plaza IslandSouth Plaza has one of the largest populations of land iguanas in the Galapagos.
PMSanta Fe IslandSanta Fe IslandA volcanic uplift that hosts a forest of Opuntia and palo santo. Endemic land iguanas are often seen.
Day 7 - Gardner Bay - Suarez PointAMGardner Bay
Española Island: Gardner BayGardner Bay has a magnificent beach with turquoise waters. The bay is home of a large colony of sea lions.
PMSuarez PointEspañola Island: Suárez PointSuarez Point is one of the most outstanding wildlife areas of the archipelago.
Day 8 - Los Gemelos - Baltra DepartureAMLos Gemelos
Santa Cruz Island: Los GemelosSpanish for The Twins, they are two volcanic depressions on the highest part of Santa Cruz.
Baltra DepartureBaltra. Transfer to the Airport.
Itinerary Details
Day 1 - Baltra Arrival - Highlands - Santa CruzAMBaltra ArrivalBaltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMHighlandsSanta Cruz Island: HighlandsThe highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt.
Santa CruzFausto Llerena Breeding Center
Day 2 - Cormoran Point - Devils Crown - Post Office BayAMCormoran Point
Floreana Island: Cormorant PointCormorant Point offers a trail overlooking a saltwater lagoon that is a favourite of flamingos.
Devils CrownFloreana Island: Devil´s CrownArguably the best snorkeling site in the islands, Devil´s Crown boasts an amazing variety of fish.
PMPost Office BayFloreana Island: Post Office BayA white-sand beach where in the past sailors used to leave and receive their letters in a barrel.
Day 3 - Playa Negra - Asilo de la Paz - FloreanaAMPlaya Negra
Marchena Island: Playa NegraPlaya Negra offers another excellent opportunity to snorkel or kayak.
Asilo de la PazFloreana Island: Asilo de la PazA hill in the agricultural area of the island. The main attractions are of an historic type.
PMFloreanaNavigation: Whale and Dolphin Observation
Day 4 - Moreno Point - Urbina BayAMMoreno Point
Isabela Island: Moreno PointBeautiful rocky shores where penguins and shore birds, including blue herons, are usually spotted.
PMUrbina BayIsabela Island: Urbina BayIts waters are a good place to see turtles and rays. Ashore you´ll find a short trail leading to a coral reef.
Day 5 - Tagus Cove - Espinosa PointAMTagus Cove
Isabela Island: Tagus CoveAn opportunity to see penguins as well as marine iguanas, Sally Lightfoot crabs and sea lions.
PMEspinosa PointFernandina Island: Espinosa PointA narrow stretch of land where hundreds of marine iguanas gather largely on black lava rocks.
Day 6 - Puerto Egas - Buccaneer Cove - Espumilla BeachAMPuerto Egas
Santiago Island: Puerto EgasPuerto Egas, with its black sand beaches, was the site of small salt mining industry in the 1960s.
Buccaneer CoveSantiago Island: Buccaneer CoveBuccaneer Cove is a testament to the fact that Santiago was once a refuge for British buccaneers.
PMEspumilla BeachSantiago Island: Espumilla BeachEspumilla Beach is a popular place for marine iguanas and Sally Lightfoot Crabs.
Day 7 - Sullivan Bay - North Seymour IslandAMSullivan Bay
Santiago Island: Sullivan BayThe lava field has a variety of patterns made by the shapes and textures of trees that once existed there.
PMNorth Seymour IslandNorth Seymour IslandExplore the rocky coast, passing colonies of blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds.
Day 8 - Mosquera Islet - Baltra DepartureAMMosquera Islet
Mosquera IslandThe island consists is a long narrow stretch of white sand, rocks, and tide pools.
Baltra DepartureBaltra. Transfer to the Airport.
Itinerary Details
Day 1 - Baltra Arrival - Black Turtle CoveAMBaltra ArrivalBaltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMBlack Turtle CoveSanta Cruz Island: Black Turtle CoveThis shallow inlet is surrounded by mangroves and provides natural protection for a variety of marine life.
Day 2 - Darwin Bay - Prince Phillip StepsAMDarwin Bay
Genovesa Island: Darwin BayA coral beach where a 750 mt. trail takes you through more seabird colonies.
PMPrince Phillip StepsGenovesa Island: Prince Phillip´s StepsAn extraordinary, steep path leads through a seabird colony full of life, up to cliffs that are 25m high.
Day 3 - Bartholomew Island - Sombrero ChinoAMBartholomew Island
Bartholomew IslandBartholomew is home of the Pinnacle Rock, the most famous view in the Galapagos, and a beautiful white-sanded beach.
PMSombrero ChinoSombrero Chino IslandThe landing is on a beautiful crescent-shaped beach, home to sea lions and Sally Lightfoot crabs.
Day 4 - Rabida Island - Dragon HillAMRabida Island
Rábida IslandA bird-watcher´s delight. Species includes Flycatchers, Galapagos Hawks and Brown Pelicans.
PMDragon HillSanta Cruz Island: Dragon HillA hypersalinic lagoon frequented by flamingos, stilts, pintail ducks and other species of birds.
Day 5 - Highlands - Baltra DepartureAMHighlands
Santa Cruz Island: HighlandsThe highlands are located in the northern part of the island and can reach elevations up to 1500 mt.
Baltra DepartureBaltra. Transfer to the Airport.
Itinerary Details
Day 1 - Baltra Arrival - Charles Darwin StationAMBaltra ArrivalBaltra IslandArrival in Baltra airport and transfer to the boat. Briefing onboard about the boat and the island.
PMCharles Darwin StationSanta Cruz Island: Charles Darwin StationAn organisation that provides scientific assistance to ensure the proper preservation of the Galapagos.
Day 2 - South Plaza - Santa Fe IslandAMSouth Plaza
South Plaza IslandSouth Plaza has one of the largest populations of land iguanas in the Galapagos.
PMSanta Fe IslandSanta Fe IslandA volcanic uplift that hosts a forest of Opuntia and palo santo. Endemic land iguanas are often seen.
Day 3 - Gardner Bay - Suarez PointAMGardner Bay
Española Island: Gardner BayGardner Bay has a magnificent beach with turquoise waters. The bay is home of a large colony of sea lions.
PMSuarez PointEspañola Island: Suárez PointSuarez Point is one of the most outstanding wildlife areas of the archipelago.
Day 4 - Los Gemelos - Baltra DepartureAMLos Gemelos
Santa Cruz Island: Los GemelosSpanish for The Twins, they are two volcanic depressions on the highest part of Santa Cruz.
Baltra DepartureBaltra. Transfer to the Airport.
