Day by Day
MONDAY
BARTHOLOMEW IS & CHINESE HAT
Windrose is the newest yacht for Galapagos travel, a state-of-the-art Sunseeker Manhattan 74-foot motoryacht. She cruises at unprecedented speed, in wonderful comfort, with catering facilities on board for snacks and lunch, space for everyone to relax, passionate naturalist guide and dedicated crew.
LIVE THE EXPERIENCE
Bartholomew is a small Galapagos Island located 18 miles northwest from the Itabaca Channel. Upon arriving on Bartholomew Island the scenery is enjoyable. The summit trail begins with a dry landing, though sea-lions make the purpose-built dock more exciting. The trail is a dusty walk through volcanic ash. The only vegetation is the “pioneer Tiquilia plant” and greenish Chamaesyce. These are vital in binding the ash that fans down from the hill.
After an exquisite lunch on board the M/Y WindRose we will head to Chinese Hat, which is a very small volcano nearby Santiago Island, surrounded by small spatter cones creating a dramatic andscape.
Because of its distinctive hape, Chinese Hat has fascinated visitors as long as they have been coming to Galapagos. It’s one of the smallest Galapagos Islands but don’t be fooled: it has a unique visitor site with an unforgettable view!
Galapagos penguins and eventually Galapagos hawks are active across this patch of land which is also beautiful for visitors who just come to see and enjoy the scenery. A wet landing in the main beach of the island will give you the opportunity to enjoy the sandy beach where sea lions rest and a variety of wade birds feed on the shore line.
The highlight of any visit to Chinese Hat is the chance to snorkel in the vibrant urquoise channel.
This underwater paradise is teeming with marine life, offering close encounters with sharks, rays, and a kaleidoscope of tropical fish.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
- ACTIVITY LEVEL Moderate
- TOUR STYLE Hiking & Snorkeling
- PICK UP 7:00 am
- DURATION 7:00 am - 17:00 pm approx.
WHAT TO BRING:
We recommend to bring a small backpack (waterproof), comfortable walking shoes, sneakers or rubber soles, shorts trousers, t-shirts, long and short sleeved shirts, windbreaker, bathing suit, snorkel equipment hat or cap, sunblock, sunglasses, binoculars & camera.
INCLUDED
- Transportation
OFFICE – Yacht – Hotel - English Speaking Guide
- Hot lunch on board
- Snacks during the day
- Water, coffe and tea
- Towels
- Snorkel Gear (mask, tube and fins)
NOT INCLUDED
- Extra soft and alcoholic drinks
- Wetsuits for rent on board $15pp
- Tips and extra services.
