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The Cachalote Explorer is a 24-metre first-class motor vessel, offering comfortable accommodation for a maximum of 16 guests. This charming and intimate ship offers all the amenities you would expect of a high-quality vessel.

Boasting eight cabins, each with their own private bathroom and equipped with hot showers, the ship is air-conditioned throughout and features a large lounge and dining area, plus multiple outside deck areas for relaxing, eating and socialising. 

The ship has a cruising speed of nine knots and is equipped with up-to-date mechanical and safety equipment, ensuring a smooth and comfortable sailing experience.  

Various itineraries are available on board the Cachalote Explorer: from a short trip of a few days to a complete in-depth discovery of the Galapagos Islands.

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Key info

wildlife trips

Cachalote Explorer offers the following cabin classes:

Twin/triple/quad cabin

Cabin on board Cachalote Explorer
  • Location: Upper deck
  • Beds: Upper & lower berths
  • External view: Window
  • Facilities: Private bathing facilities, Shower, Toilet, Wash basin

Twin cabin

Twin cabin on board Cachalote Explorer
  • Location: Lower deck
  • Beds: Upper & lower berth
  • External view: Porthole
  • Facilities: Private bathing facilities, Shower, Toilet, Wash basin

Double cabin

Double cabin on board Cachalote Explorer
  • Location: Lower deck
  • Beds: Double bed
  • External view: Porthole
  • Facilities: Private bathing facilities, Shower, Toilet, Wash basin

Wildlife trips

This cruise vessel is featured in the following itineraries:

Eastern Galapagos Highlights

This 8 day cruise visits the archipelago’s smaller islands, exploring them by panga (dinghy) and on foot. You’ll discover noisy sealion colonies leisurely wandering around, fiery coloured iguanas, blue-footed boobies and Sally Lightfoot crabs surrounding the rocks, and a wealth of colourful birdlife. Find out more about Eastern Galapagos Highlights

  • Destination: Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
  • Price (exc. flights): 8 days from £3,550
  • Trip type:
    Voyage
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Western Galapagos Highlights

Spend a week cruising some of the larger islands in the Galapagos, including Isabela, the largest of the archipelago and home to flamingos, Galapagos penguins, green turtles and land iguanas. Discover a host of unique bird species, including magnificent frigatebirds and iconic blue-footed boobies. Find out more about Western Galapagos Highlights

  • Destination: Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
  • Price (exc. flights): 8 days from £3,550
  • Trip type:
    Voyage
  • When to go:
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