La Pinta

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La Pinta from Un-Cruise Adventures was designed to keep the magnificent surroundings of the Galapagos Islands in the spotlight. Three spacious decks, an outdoor Sky Bar and an Observation Lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows provide vantage points to absorb…

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1,541gross tons
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La Pinta from Un-Cruise Adventures gives passengers a close-up experience with the wildlife of the Galapagos.

At a glance

La Pinta is an intimate-size cruise ship operated by Un-Cruise Adventures, in service since 1983. It carries 48 guests and 24 crew (2.0 guests per crew member) at 1,541 gross tons. It is the 7th largest of 9 Un-Cruise Adventures ships by guest capacity. On Cruiseable's Bliss scale it scores highest for active and adventure & nature (10/10) and lowest for cultural, dining, entertainment, family friendly, party, spa & fitness and staterooms (5/10).

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Specs

Guests: 48
Crew: 24
Gross tons: 1,541
Decks: 3
Length: 207 ft
Beam: 39 ft
Maiden voyage: 1983
Refurbished: 2007
Space ratio: 2.0; Gross tons per guest
Guests per crew: 2.0
Speed (mph): 14

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What La Pinta is best at

Ten dimensions scored by our editors on a 10-point scale. The Cruiseable app ranks every cruise against the mix you care about.

Active 10.0
Adventure and nature 10.0
Cultural 5.0
Dining 5.0
Entertainment 5.0
Family friendly 5.0
Party 5.0
Romantic 8.0
Spa and fitness 5.0
Staterooms 5.0

Our review

La Pinta: See the Galapagos on an intimate expedition ship

La Pinta was designed to keep the magnificent surroundings of the Galapagos Islands in the spotlight. Three spacious decks, an outdoor Sky Bar and an Observation Lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows provide vantage points to absorb and witness the scenery around you. La Pinta, owned by Metropolitan Touring, is sometimes chartered by Un-Cruise Adventures.

The ship is outfitted with modern, nautical décor while maintaining a relaxed atmosphere. Head to the Natural History Library to share new findings with like-minded adventurers and spend time in the intimate dining room to share a meal with your shipmates.

In addition to an exercise room and outdoor Jacuzzi, onboard adventure equipment includes snorkeling equipment, wetsuits, sea kayaks and a glass-bottom boat. The Sun Deck includes fitness equipment, and for a soak with a view, there's a hot tub on the aft of the deck.

Where La Pinta sails

La Pinta's home is the Galapagos, with destinations including Punta Espinoza, Rabinda and Punta Cormorant.

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A well stocked library on La Pinta offers spectacular views. Ramiro Salazar / Courtesy of Un-Cruise Adventures

Staterooms

Plan to relax in comfort aboard La Pinta while exploring the Galapagos. Her 24 cabins are located mid-ship with double beds that can be converted to one queen bed with private bathroom and air conditioning. Six cabins are connected, for the convenience of families traveling together, and there are also four triple cabins. Bedding consists of fine cotton, down duvets and a soft pillows. Bathrooms have all the amenities, a hair dryer and lots of plush towels.

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Inside and out

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Passengers can often dine al fresco on the deck of La Pinta from Un-Cruise Adventures.
Enjoy fresh, locally sourced cuisine in the dining room of La Pinta.

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Relax at the bar and chat up the bartneder while enjoying spectacular views of the Galapagos on La Pinta.
A look at the Sun Deck on La Pinta from Un-Cruise Adventures.
A well stocked library on La Pinta offers spectacular views.
After a day exploring the Galapagos, relax in the spacious lounge aboard La Pinta.