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Home > Destinations > South
America > Galapagos
Islands > Yachts > Eric,
Flamingo, and Letty
 This
fleet of three identical 83 foot, 20-passenger
motor yachts - the Eric, Flamingo and
Letty - were custom-designed exclusively
for cruising the Galapagos archipelago.
Modern navigational and mechanical equipment
meet the highest safety standards found
in the Galapagos. They are self-contained
and ecologically sound, equipped for noise-reduction
and fuel-efficiency. False keels provide
stability.
"Excellent ship. The guide was
the best! He took my daughters under
his
wing and went above and beyond the call
of service. Every island was unique
and
beautiful." ~ Carmen Chinea"
"The captain and crew were first
rate. Being on a small boat is the best
and we had great flexibility."
~ The Leaf Family
"The crew and the guides were
terrific. All were considerate and professional.
I sustained a slight injury on the last
day and the guide carried me on his
back
over the lava field!" ~
Judith Bronston
 Capacity
/ Accommodations:
Include 10 double outside cabins located
on three decks, each with large private
bathroom and fresh, hot and cold water
shower. Cabins are furnished with two
twin lower beds, or one double bed, some
also have an upper single for triples.
Each features a closet, drawers and overhead
storage, plus separate climate controls
and intercom system. Prices vary according
to deck/cabin level. Ample-sized public
areas in these sister yachts include dining
room, well-stocked bar, cozy conference
area with television, VCR and stereo equipment,
and book and video library, all air-conditioned
throughout. Large picture windows surround
the upper two decks, for panoramic viewing.
Sun deck lounge chairs and observation
areas invite you to catch the ocean breezes.
Three meals daily feature both international
and Ecuadorian specialties, and snacks
are served following shore excursions.
An attentive 10-member crew assures excellent
service! Two experienced multilingual
guides reduce the traveler-to-guide ratio
to 10-to-1 or less. Passengers are divided
into two small groups for shore excursions
assuring close interaction with your guide.
The fleet is currently based on San Cristobal
Island.
 Designated
Family Departures
Voyages specifically designated as family
departures are geared toward families
who prefer to travel and share their experiences
with other families. Special activities
may include supervised water games and
contests for young children, snorkeling
instruction, and sea kayaking (included).
Separate on-board nature briefings by
enthusiastic and experienced naturalists
are geared to younger audiences. Family
videos will entertain kids at night while
parents enjoy their own lecture and adult
camaraderie. Best of all, the chef will
be preparing kid-friendly fare such as
hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, chicken fingers
and french fries-and there will be plenty
of ice cream, popcorn and fresh fruit
too! Child size snorkeling equipment and
life vests will be provided (although
we recommend bringing your own if you
have a good set that fits your child).
Shorty wet suits are highly recommended
for cold water temperatures.
 Specifications:
- L.O.A: 83 feet Beam: 24 feet
-
Draft:
4 feet
- Gross Tons: 125
-
Maximum speed: 12
knots
- Cruising speed:
10 knots
-
Engines:
Two 402 HP Caterpillar, 8 - cylinder
turbo diesels
- Generators:
Two Perkins 80 KVA
- Water
capacity:
5,000 gallons
- Fuel
capacity:
5,400 gallons
- Navigational
equipment:
24-mile Furuno radar, Magellan satellite
navigator, electric compass, magnetic
compass, clock, barometer.
- Communication
equipment: VHF-FV radio, automatic
radio buoys via satellite EPIRF.
- Safety
equipment:
Two 16-person inflatable capsule lifeboats,
40 life vests, 10 circular buoys,
smoke detectors and fire extinguishers.
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