Overview

Join us in Panama City.  We will be making final preparations for the passages that we have ahead.  But first it is a one day sail to Las Perlas Islands.  An archipelago formed some 3 million years ago when North and South America were separate.  This  is a location favoured by the rich and famous for its white sandy beaches, its snorkelling and the sheer beauty of the area.  On January the 13th we will rendezvous with the other yachts taking part in this adventure then the following day we make the 850NM (6-8 days) passage to The Galapagos.  En route we will be crossing the Equator where homage must be paid to King Neptune!  On arrival in San Cristobel we undergo a strict clearing process but once this is complete we can move on.  The diversity and abundance of wildlife is unbelievable.  From the giant tortoise to the blue footed booby, inquisitive seals to black tipped shark.  The area has it all.  In order to protect the fragile ecosystem yachts are not permitted to cruise freely so we will be based in the three main harbours of Cristobel, Isabella and Santa Cruz.  The best way to experience all that Galapagos has to offer is to take one of the many organised tours led by local guides.  The adventure ends in Santa Cruz on the 2nd of March.