Feature Ship: The Samba
History
We're very glad to feature the Samba as
our charter ship (we often recommend it to independent travelers as
well). CNH Tours has been working with the Samba for
more than 10 years. The ship is owned and operated by
the Salcedo family of Galapagos. The Salcedo family has
been in the Galapagos tourism business for over 30
years.
Class
We consider the Samba as a "high end
tourist superior" ship. Some consider it as a
1st class ship - but as it's not as spacious as
1st class ships, we are more comfortable retaining the
tourist superior classification. It is generally
considered as the best ship of its class in
Galapagos.
Ship Details
Specifications
The 78 foot (24 metre) Samba accommodates
14 guests (2 less than the usual 16 passenger
standard) in 7 cabins. Cabins have bunk beds, with an
extra-wide lower bunk in cabins 1 and 2, which can accommodate a
cozy couple. Cabin 7 has a double bed.
The steel-hulled yacht is air conditioned and
all cabins have private bathrooms. There's a cozy indoor
salon and one outdoor dining area astern. All the woodwork is hand
made in Galapagos from the honey coloured tropical "cigar box"
cedar. The Samba is a graceful, non-obtrusive
vessel - it doesn't impose itself on the Galapagos
landscape you are out there to experience.
On-board Services
The Samba provides full
wetsuits - guests are encouraged to use
them, not only for protection from waters considered cool by some,
but also from UV rays, thus reducing the need to use sunblock in
the sea. Masks and snorkels are also provided, free of
charge.
The ship has a laptop computer
to transfer or backup your pictures. We recommend you bring
memory sticks or blank CDs for this purpose.
Deck Plan
