Galapagos Golondrina
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Golondrina was completely overhouled in 2004 and amenities like hot water and a/c were added. Offering space for 14 passengers, the Golondrina I is one of the smaller economies priced vessels.
Run by a bilingual naturalist guide and friendly crew, and designed to meet all safety regulations, the Golondrina is a good choice for economic touring in the Galapagos.
| Category | : | Tourist class |
| Passengers | : | 14 |
| Speed | : | 9 knots |
| Length | : | 75 feet |
| Beam | : | 21 feet |
| Draft | : | 12 feet |
| Crew | : | 5, captain, engineer, cook, sailor, bilingual naturalist guide (english-spanish) |
| Facilities | : | Saloon/dining room, bar and galley, covered after-deck with seating for passengers and a cold shower, covered main bridge with ample seating for passengers |
| Navigation | : | 24 mile Furuno radar, GPS Satellite Navigator, Echo sounder Furuno 1000 ft., speed and distance log, compasses, barometer clock. |
| Communication | : | SSB radio, Kenwood VHF radio |
| Safety | : | EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon), 2 x 16 person tender with 15 HP outboard motor, Life jackets, flares and signals, Fire and smoke detectors; complete fire system. |
The seven comfortable double cabins, all with air conditioning and private bathrooms, are complemented by a spacious dining room and a large upper sun deck, ideal for relaxing in the equatorial sun.
The Golondrina has a well-stocked bar on board, ideal to hang out and chat with fellow-travelers. There is also a covered after deck where you can sit down, relax, and breathe in the salty sea breeze. The cook spoils you with a variety of tasty meals. Food includes Ecuadorian dishes and fresh seafood. Meals are served either in the salon, or on the after deck. Special dietary needs or preferences of the passengers are considered.
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