La Pinta Cruise Ship Review

The 64 meters La Pinta offers adventure cruises in the Galapagos Islands. Indeed, the small cruise ship is slightly bigger than your usual liveaboard, but this comes with outstanding facilities. The ship was updated in 2017, now displaying a modern look and comfortable accommodations.

Cabins

La Pinta displays 24 spacious cabins, welcoming a maximum of 48 guests on each adventure cruise. Every cabin is complete with air-conditioning, en-suite bathroom and plenty of storage space. Plus, you will find a safety box, a big window, a desk and iPod dock station in every room.

Most noteworthy is that some cabins connect together, making La Pinta ideal for families that travel together.

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Cruise ship features

The massive vessel displays plenty of spacious social areas, and nice extras that you will appreciate. Indeed, the main lounge of La Pinta is roomy and features floor to ceilings panoramic windows. It’s indeed a great place from which to take in all the Galapagos Islands scenic views.

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Furthermore, there are two dining areas on-board, one inside and the other is outside. You will also love the Sky Bar, from which the view is amazing and the sea breeze relaxing. Plus, the small cruise ship features a gym as well as a jacuzzi tub.

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La Pinta’s itineraries & activities

First, the La Pinta has everything it takes on-board for you to get up-close with the unique marine features of the Galapagos Islands. Indeed, you can use the kayaks, the snorkeling equipment and even the glass-bottom boat to explore the waters around!

Moreover, activities on the La Pinta adventure cruise include a cultural tour in Quito, Ecuador. Indeed, you get to discover the colonial history, before you fly on to board La Pinta and walk on Darwin’s footsteps! Nature walks and hikes are sure to be on the program, just like the Darwin Research Center. You will visit islands including Isabela, Fernandina, Santa Cruz, Floreana, and Rabida.

Darwin’s Islands & Colonial Quito’s Itinerary map

You will first discover Quito’s history with a 2 night stay on main land Ecuador. Then, the route takes you from Quito to Baltra, with air transfers included in your cruise. From there, you board the cruise for 6 nights, and more fun awaits as you discover the islands!

Cruise ship availability

La Pinta offers multiple dates every year on it’s individual booking schedule, but it’s also possible to charter the vessel.

Price starts at 8,545$US for 9 days/8 nights