Grace Yacht

At A Glance

Embark on a wildlife safari through the Galapagos Islands aboard the luxury motor yacht, Grace. The yacht itself, has a colourful history including chasing submarines during World War II and being a wedding gift to Princess Grace of Monaco by Aristotle Onassis where the princess spent her honeymoon aboard. .

 

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Bedding: Queen or twin beds

Closest Airports: Seymour Airport, Baltra Island (GPS)

Air Conditioning: Yes

More Details: Stabilizers for unparalleled smooth sailing, hot tub, salon featuring entertainment system and bar, 360-degree decks and panoramic windows, guest to guide ratio: 10 to 1, use of snorkeling equipment, kayaks and wetsuits

Cabins: Luxurious and spacious cabins including: Grace Kelly Suite (1), Master Suites (2), Twin Suites (2), Premium Stateroom (4)

Cruise Area: Galapagos, Patgonia

Location

Cruising the Galapagos islands is like nowhere else in the world. An archipelago of 19 islands, each island possesses its own unique landscapes from black lava formations to pristine white beaches. Back in 1835, the islands served as inspiration to Charles Darwin’s ‘Theory of Evolution’ and now, both land and sea are World Heritage Sites. Not only are there incredible geological structures and island architecture, there is an overabundance of incredible and unique fauna and wildlife unafraid of human presence. From Giant tortoises, finches, albatross, three species of boobies, sea lions, penguins, a plethora of ...

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Enjoy Luxury Yacht Exclusivity Fit For Royalty

Experience the Galapagos from the vantage of Grace Kelly’s former yacht, a symbol of her timeless style. Catering to no more than 16 guests at a time, the yacht has 9 cabins spread among three of the four decks, decorated with class and style for your relaxation after a day of exploration. With 3 master, 5 double and four twin configurations, you can expect comfortable beds, ocean view porthole or windows, private facilities, individual climate control, safe boxes, telephones and plenty of storage space for clothing and luggage.

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Wine & Dine The Galapagos Way

Discover thought-fully prepared cultural cuisine as you cruise the Galapagos, featuring local, sustainably sourced ingredients. Carefully crafted menus mean the dining experiences are tailored to guest needs and wants with vegetarian, child-friendly and allergy sensitive options. Dine amid the stunning scenery in the intimate al fresco dining areas and let your food take you on a journey through Ecuadorian cuisine.

 

Active Itineraries Designed To Maximize Your Animal Encounters

The crafted yacht safaris offer flexible itinerary so you can capitalize on unexpected peak wildlife experiences.

  • Guided Walks & Hikes: Explore Galapagos by foot, guided by naturalist guides with 15+ years of experience touring the islands.
  • Sea Kakaying: From crystal clear waters to calm inlets, sea kayaking offers insider access to secluded coves, mangrove estuaries, and beautiful beaches.
  • Snorkelling: Explore the vibrant underwater world of the Galapagos from the ship or shore, with wildlife encounters that will spark your sense of wonder.
  • Birdwatching: Bird watchers delight in daily opportunities to see some of the most rare, bizarre, ...

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Gain Insider Access To Darwin's Archipelago

With 15+ years of experience touring the islands, the hand-picked team of naturalist guides offer the most experienced, knowledgeable and entertaining insider experiences of the Galapagos Island.

 

Amenities

Designed with exquisite style and exclusivity in mind, the social spaces, actionable activities and comfortable cabins of the M/Y Grace make every second an unforgettable experience. Enjoy presentations in the main salon from your naturalist guides on your activities the following day or relax on the sundeck on the lounges, or even enjoy a drink the jacuzzi. The yacht also has 6 kayaks and snorkelling gear ready for your use as well as 2 dinghies (zodiac) so that you can get up close and personal to all the Galapagos has to offer.

  • Indoor and outdoor bars
  • Alfresco dining area
  • Interior Salon equip TV/stereo ...

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Ship Specifications

  • Year Built: 1928
  • Last Renovations: 2018
  • Ports of Embarkation: Baltra Island or Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island
  • Type of Vessel: Motor Yacht
  • Length: 44 meters / 145 feet
  • Beam: 7 meters / 22.1 feet
  • Draft: 2.45 meters / 8.2 feet
  • Cruising Speed: 12 knots
  • Electricity: 110 volts
  • Engines: 8 Cylinder – Twin Deutz – 500 bhp ea.
  • Generators: 7 Caterpillars, 75KW ea.
  • AC: Air Renewal System, Air Conditioning Through-out
  • Guest to guide ratio: 10:1

 

Deck Plan

The Carolina Deck has 4 Premium Staterooms (2 staterooms have queen bedding, 1 stateroom has queen or twin bedding and the final stateroom has a twin and queen bedding configuration; all with porthole windows), The Monaco Deck includes the Grace Kelly Suite (a double/queen bed configuration with windows and porthole in bathroom) and also houses the interior dining room, reception area, main lounge, al-fresco dining and the jacuzzi. The Albert Deck includes 2 master suites and 2 twin suites with ocean-view windows and holds the captain’s bridge, alfresco lounge and al-fresco bar. The sun deck is where you will ...

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Contact Us to start planning your holiday onboard the GRACE YACHT or take a look at our itineraries to Galapagos.