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Mistral is ideal for the more adventurous naturalist or diver, who prefers the atmosphere of a small boat. Accommodations are in six cabins with upper/lower berths for a total of 12 passengers.

The main salon has large windows which offer stunning views of the scenery, and is equipped with a TV/VHS and stereo. At mealtimes there are two options: inside, in the salon and dining room, or al fresco on the aft deck. There is also a sun deck, and cushions near the bow for relaxing. Air conditioning is provided throughout the yacht. The Mistral is fully equipped for diving trips.

Type: Motor Yacht
Category: First Class
Length: 74 feet / 22.5 meters
Beam: 17 feet / 5.2 meters
Speed: 10 knots cruising
Capacity: 12 passengers in 6 cabins with private facilities
Cabins: 6 double cabins with upper/lower berths, manually operated heads
Crew: 5 plus one naturalist guide

(please contact Tropical Nature Travel for dive itinerary)

Sunday

Morning: Arrive at Baltra
Afternoon: Santa Cruz Island — Black Turtle Cove
Highlights: Mangroves; White-tipped Sharks; Spotted Rays; Mustard Rays; Pacific Marine Turtles

Monday

Morning: Genovesa Island — Darwin Bay
Afternoon: Genovesa Island — Prince Philip's Steps
Highlights: Great Frigate Birds; Red-footed Boobies; Masked Boobies; Yellow-crowned Night Heron; Storm Petrels; Lava Gulls; Swallow-tailed Gulls

Tuesday

Morning: Isabela Island — Punta Vicente Roca
Afternoon: Fernandina Island — Punta Espinosa
Highlights: Masked and Blue-footed Boobies; Sea Lions; Flightless Cormorants; Marine Iguanas

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Wednesday

Morning: Santiago Island - James Bay
Afternoon: Bartolomé Island
Highlights: Sea Lions; Fur Seals; Marine Iguanas; Darwin's finches; Galapagos Penguins; Pinnacle Rock; hiking; snorkeling

Thursday

Morning: Santa Cruz Island - Charles Darwin Research Station and Puerto Ayora
Afternoon: Santa Cruz Island - Highlands
Highlights: Giant Tortoises; lava tubes; hiking

Friday

Morning: Floreana Island — Punta Cormorant
Afternoon: Floreana Island — Post Office Bay/Devil's Crown
Highlights: Sea Lions; Flamingoes; mangroves; endemic plant life; snorkeling; post office barrel

Saturday

Morning: Española Island — Punta Suarez
Afternoon: Hood Española Island — Gardner Bay
Highlights: Hood Island Mockingbirds; Galapagos Doves; Sparrow Hawks; Blue-footed Boobies; Masked Boobies; Marine Iguanas; Lava Lizards; Marine Turtles; Sea Lions; Sharks; Waved Albatross (April to December); Blowhole

Sunday

Morning: North Seymour Island
Afternoon: Departure
Highlights: Marine Iguanas; Sea Lions; Magnificent Frigate Birds; Blue-footed Boobies; Swallow-tailed Gulls

M/Y Mistral
Cruise length	8 days/7 nights
Departs	Saturday
Per person cost	From $2490.00 - $2730.00
Single supplement	50% surcharge
Prices based on two people sharing. Rates vary depending on cabin type and season (high and low). Roundtrip airfare to Galapagos ($369 - $399) and National Park entrance fee ($100) not included. Pricing and itinerary are subject to change until booking is confirmed.

Staying on in Ecuador? Whether your interest is wildlife or culture, in a short extension tour you can experience more of the living heritage of this vibrant country. Day trips are also a great way to see Quito and the nearby sites. We can even arrange hotels and transportation.
Discover Galapagos, Tropical Nature Travel guide includes information about boats, cruises and yatch in the Galapagos islands, a nature wonder in Ecuador. All that you need to decide the best Galapagos cruise. Ask for our Napo Wildlife Center tours in the Ecuador rainforest.

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