GRAND QUEEN BEATRIZ
GALAPAGOS CRUISE
Experience the ‘Enchanted Islands’ in our new custom-built yacht, the Grand Queen Beatriz. Our boutique expedition boat came into service on 2018, and was fully renewed on November 2023. With a stylish modern design, ensuite bathrooms, outward-facing windows in all cabins (and private balconies in some), and a jacuzzi on the sundeck.
Accommodation
Maindeck Cabin Twin / Double:
- 2 Queen cabin
- 2 Twin cabin
- Picture windows
- Located on the main deck
- Average cabin area 24 m2 including bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
Junior Balcony Cabin:
- 1 Queen cabin
- 1 Twin cabin
- Large picture windows
- Private balcony
- Located on the upper deck
- Average cabin area 24.75 m2, bathroom 3.78 m2, balcony 4.1 m2
- Bio-degradable bathroom amenities
Deluxe Balcony Cabin:
- 1 Queen cabin
- 1 Twin cabin
- Large picture windows
- Located on the upper deck
- Average cabin area 24.75 m2, bathroom 3.78 m2, balcony 4.1 m2
- Bio-degradable bathroom amenities
AGE POLICY FOR OUR CRUISES:
Bear in mind that our due to our Yacht’s security policy, only passengers over 15 years old are suitable on board during any of our cruises in the Galapagos Islands; this policy must be complied with all departures with Grand Queen Beatriz unless you are chartering the entire yacht for a group’s cruise.
Features
Overview
Classification: Yacht
Total number of passengers: 16
Total number of crew: 9
Ration of passenger crew: 2:1
Guide: 1 Multilingual naturalist guide
Regions: Galapagos, state in Ecuador
Facilities
All meals while on board
Indoor and outdoor bar
TV/Lounge
Outdoor dining
Sun deck and jacuzzi
Air conditioned
Safety deposit boxes
24 hour tea/coffee/filtered water station
Equipment
Snorkelling equipment (masks, snorkel & flippers)
Wetsuits
Snorkelling vests (limited)
Beach towels
Walking sticks
Hair dryer in each cabin
Accessibility
From the rear deck to the main deck there are 6 steps
From the main deck to the upper deck there are 10 steps
From the upper deck to the sundeck there are 10 steps
You will be required to step from the rear deck into the zodiac & from the zodiac to a pier or wharf
You will be transported to the islands or sites by zodiac. A high level of agility & flexibility will be required to exit the zodiac during wet landings and sometimes basic piers/wharf.
Climb a 3 rung boarding ladder to re-enter the zodiac (2 steps are submerged)
Conditions that prevent your boating agility will be an impediment to your safety on this trip.
Technical specifications
Width: 9m
Decks: 3
Year Built: 2018
Built In: Ecuador
Speed: 12 knots
CruiseSpeed: 12 knots
Electricity: 110v
Gross Tonnage: 317
Life Rafts: 2 capacity 20 each
Zodiacs: 2
Safety: ISM, SMC, ISSC, IOPP, DOC