INCREDIBLE ADVENTURES ON DISTANT SHORES.
Expedition yacht EVOLUTION is located on the remote from civilization, partially uninhabited, preserved a unique nature - the Galapagos Islands and offers its guests in the framework of two own, time-tested itineraries lasting 8 days/7 nights to explore one of the most ancient ecosystems of the planet and the filming site of the famous Hollywood blockbuster "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World''.
EVOLUTION is an incredible superyacht in an incredible location. Impressive at 58 meters in length and almost 9 meters in width, her appearance takes us back in time to the times of the Golden Age of cruising, the enviable 1920’s. Despite her vintage look, she's actually a cutting edge vessel, designed and built in Japan Kanasashi shipyard in 2005 to the latest in marine safety and technology standards. After a comprehensive refit in 2016 M/y EVOLUTION offers excellent versatility with her sixteen cabin layout (for up to 32 guests), seldom seem in a charter yacht of her size. So if you have been looking for an unusual, spacious and original vessel for your big company, enjoying privacy, exotic nature and adventure in a most unusual place - you have found it.
Built by original marine architect project of Kawasaki Heavy Industries with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, she is more stable when at anchor thanks to her full-displacement hull. She comfortably cruises at 10 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 12 knots with a range of up to 4,000 nautical miles at cruising speed.
Sixteen aesthetically impeccable staterooms with stunning wood finishes and light and airy color schemes are spread over three of the four decks. Eight of these are made up as double/kings, two are twin bedded, and the remaining eight cabins can be configured as either twins or doubles, offering a great range of options to suit any group make up. Suites feature ocean-view windows, and other staterooms feature large traditional portholes - a truly nautical flavor! All cabins have wonderful en suite luxury bathrooms, independent air conditioning, internal telephones and plenty of storage.
The updated interior designed by .Adriana Hoyos, specializing in Latin American-style luxury furniture is sophisticated and modern, while innkeeping with its romantic 1920’s roots. The main salon, with its 360-degree view from classic round and square portholes is a perfect place for game nights, and the dining area, with its classic table settings from the early 20th century and matching Ecuadorian furniture, will appeal to any charterer.
Festive, spacious, full of romance and style spacious decks offers guests plenty of opportunities for socializing, al fresco family dining, sunbathing and late-night gatherings. Let's not forget an alfresco lounge, jacuzzi on the sun deck, perfect for sundowners and the al fresco bar. Your bartender has designed his own Evolution signature cocktail which we can highly recommend! Such a relaxed atmosphere expertly created by the designers and crew ensuring guests will live la dolce vita on the open waters.
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CREW
M/y EVOLUTION comes with 18 dedicated crew members, an extremely experienced cruise director as well as two naturalist guides, to ensure you get the most out of your Galapagos experience. The chefs on board all have international hotel experience and benefit from a particularly well equipped galley, allowing them to prepare some amazing Ecuadorian and international specialties that will delight you.
As with m/y . NANSEN EXPLORER, collaborating with an expert company in scientific geographic research, EVOLUTION also in a partnership with the best naturalist guides, ready to share their 15 years of research experience with guests on 3 exclusive expedition itineraries combining top tier landing sites with balanced activities to maximize peak, and unexpected, animal encounters. The Evolution recruits only the finest National Park approved bilingual guides, and they are a major part of the reason why your Evolution adventure will be so memorable.
COMFORT & ENTERTAINMENT
Onboard facilities include snorkelling equipment, 8 "glass bottom" kayaks, swimming platform, air renewal system, air conditioning, TV, CD, DVD, PlayStation 2, boutique and infirmary with MD on board.
SUSTAINABILITY
EVOLUTION is one of the few yachts allowed year-round in the Galapagos area due to her eco-friendly nature, eco-tourism's crew focus, strict rules on board and 100% carbon footprint offset during the cruise.
SPECIFICATIONS
| LENGTH (m) | 58,50 |
|---|---|
| BUILT | 1979 |
| REFIT | 2017 |
| NAVAL ARCHITECTS | Kawasaki |
| BILDER | KANASASHI SHIPYARD (JAPAN) |
| GUESTS | 32 |
| STATEROOMS | 16 |
| CABINS CONFIGURATION | 1 Twin, 12 Convertible, 3 Double |
| BED CONFIGURATION | 1 King, 3 Queen, 4 Single |
| CREW | 20 |
| CRUISING SPEED (s/knots) | 10 |
| MAX SPEED | 12,5 |
| AMENITIES | Deck jacuzzi, Air conditioning |
| WATER TOYS AND TENDERS | 2 x Pangas, 8 x Kayaks, Snorkelling Equipment, Full complement of snorkeling Gear |
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