
About Evolution
M/V Evolution looks as boats did in the 1920's but brings a level of comfort and safety of today. Our clients will live an experience of close contact with nature on land and in the water... the Quasar Nautica way. The most important issue for us is to show our clients the Islands at their best. Our Nature is Galapagos...
She is a 192 ft / 58.5 m. L.O.A. Cruise Ship that accommodates up to 32 passengers in 16 cabins, single or twin. Outfitted for individual passengers or charters, family departures and departures for the more active groups, she offers a mix of beautifully furnished salons, open decks and private areas for those looking for a close experience with the surrounding environment.
This vessel preserves the smaller boat atmosphere and attention to detail we pride ourselves in having on all our boats, with features such as an al-fresco dining area for all 32 passengers, a library/video room. Additionally, the yacht has such amenities as a small hot pool & bar, sunning deck, outside social/observation under a canopied roof deck & bar, air renewal system, boutique and infirmary with a MD on board at all times.
Boat Statistics:
| Type: | Cruise Ship / Expedition Vessel |
|---|---|
| L.O.A.: | 192 feet / 58.5 meters |
| Accommodations: | 16 cabins for up to 32 passengers with private facilities |
| Beam: | 29 feet / 8.9 meters |
| Draft: | 10.5 feet/ 3.2 meters |
| Engines: | Caterpillar 3512 T1TA 1300hp |
| Generators: | Northern Lights 150 KVA |
| Electricity: | 110 volts AC / 60 Hz |
| Cabins: | 3 Cabins on the Bride / Albatros deck 9 Cabins on the Main / Cormorant deck 4 Cabins on the Lower / Dolphin deck |
| Crew: | 18 plus up to 2 naturalists guides & 1 Cruise Director |
Prices:
| Prices per person 2009 | |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | Fit Rate |
Cabin A1 |
$4,400 |
Cabins A2 - A3 |
$4,150 |
Cabins C1 - C3 & C6 - C9 |
$3,750 |
Cabin C4 |
$3,750 |
Cabin C5 |
$3,750 |
Cabins D1- D4 |
$3,450 |
All rates are per person in US Dollars for a 7 night / 8 day cruise.
Note: Price of each cabin is related to its size and the deck location.
Cabin C4 is a single passenger cabin
All rates are per person in US Dollars for a 7 night / 8 day cruise.
Rates are valid from January 01, 2007 to December 31, 2007.
Not included in price:
- Air tickets to and from Galapagos
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee ($100 for foreigners)
- Bar consumption onboard
- Gratuities & Tips to Crew and Staff
- Use of Wetsuits ($30/week)
Note:
Air tickets and National Park fee can be subject to change without prior notice.
ADDITIONAL CHARGES or DISCOUNTS:
- Single Supplement: 75% Surcharge (if passenger is not willing to share cabin)
- Children under 12 yrs: 30% Discount (not applicable for departures on or between Christmas, New Years and Easter)
- Christmas and New Year's weeks hace a surcharge of US$3000 for charters and $250 for FIT's (individual bookings)
** Supplement can be subject to change without prior notice.
Itinerary
| ISLANDS ITINERARY | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Time | |
| Saturday | AM: | Arrival at San Cristobal Galapagos - Visitor's Center |
| PM: | San Cristobal : Cerro Brujo | |
| Sunday | AM: | Hood (Española) Island: Punta Suarez |
| PM: | Hood (Española) Island: Garner Bay | |
| Monday | AM: | Santa Cruz (Indefatigable) Island: Charles Darwin Research Station |
| PM: | Santa Cruz: Highlands | |
| Tuesday | AM: | Santiago (San Salvador, James) Island: James Bay |
| PM: | Bartolome (Bartholomew) Island: Pinnacle Rock | |
| Wednesday | AM: | Tower: Prince Phillip's Steps |
| PM: | Tower (Genovesa) Island: Darwin Bay | |
| Thursday | AM: | Fernandina (Narborough) Island: Punta Espinosa |
| PM: | Isabela (Albemarle) Island: Tagus Cove | |
| Friday | AM: | INorth Seymour (Seymour Norte) Island |
| PM: | Santa Cruz (Indefatigable) Island: Black Turtle Cove | |
| Saturday | AM: | San Cristobal: Kicker Rock |
| PM: | Depart for Mainland Ecuador | |
Sailings are from Saturday to Saturday. 8 days/ 7 nights.

