Considered one of the most fantastic Natural Areas in the World, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve, the Galapagos Archipelago, is renowned for its scientific value, unique and unafraid animal species, spectacular sights and equally extraordinary Marine Reserve. The Islands are Ecuador’s first and Premiere National Park and one of the top nature tourism destinations in South America and the world.

A morning flight brings you from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra Island Airport. After the arrival procedures, our Naturalist Guides will escort you on the short transfer to the Bay, where the Yacht waits. Our experience journeys can be made by Yacht only or a Yacht/Hotel combination.

You will have a “Galapagos Experience”, exploring and discovering the marine and terrestrial wonders of the Islands, seeing some of the most remarkable animal and plant species, with a special focus on several spectacular and amazing locations at the North and Western part of the Archipelago, including highlight locations of Isabela, Fernandina and Genovesa Islands, among others. Each island is different and individual islands feature certain species which can only be found there allowing a complete yet relaxed expedition though some of the Archipelago’s main highlights.

The program provides a fantastic array of activities, from nature hikes of shorter or longer length; time for relaxed exploration; plenty of water activities: swimming, snorkeling, scenic dinghy rides, glass-bottom boat outings, kayaking at beautiful locations, along with greatly informative lectures, nature talks, multimedia presentations, star gazing sessions and even plenty of time for relaxing, reading, enjoying the ship’s installations, sunbathing, socializing and, if you are in the mood, partying and dancing at the Yacht’s Bar-Salon or Solarium.

This voyage will pleasantly overwhelm all nature lovers, whether individuals, couples, families, friends or common interest groups, all aiming for a memorable stay in the Enchanted Galapagos Islands.

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MOTOR YACHT LA PINTA: SEVEN NIGHTS CRUISE, “WESTERN ISLANDS”, FRIDAY TO FRIDAY
EXPEDITION CATEGORIES: Nature and wildlife; Adventure; Multi-generational trips
VESSEL CATEGORY: Deluxe
VESSEL SIZE AND TYPE: Mid-size Vessel, 48 guests’ capacity

ITINERARY
FRIDAY: Arrival to Baltra Island Airport and transfer to the Yacht La Pinta, anchored a short distance away, at Baltra Bay. The afternoon features a visit to North Seymour Island.
SATURDAY: Today’s visits include Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela Island and Punta Espinoza, Fernandina Island.
SUNDAY: The morning is spent at Urbina Bay and the afternoon at Tagus Cove, both on the west coast of Isabela Island.
MONDAY: Today we visit Rabida or Jervis Island and Cerro Dragon, on the North west coast of Santa Cruz Island.
TUESDAY: A full day exploring Santa Cruz Island, the most central and second largest of the Archipelago. Visits include the Charles Darwin Research Station, the bustling and picturesque town of Puerto Ayora; the lush Highlands of Santa Cruz; Los Gemelos or Twin Craters and looking for giant tortoises in the wild (in season and weather permitting).
WEDENESDAY: This day is spent at various locations on the historic and mysterious Floreana Island, including Post Office Bay; the Baroness Observatory; Punta Cormorant and Champion Islet.
THURSDAY: The morning is for Santa Fe Island and the afternoon for South Plaza Island.
FRIDAY: This morning we disembark at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, capital city of the Archipelago, for the short bus ride taking us to San Cristobal Island’s Airport, for the late morning return flight to mainland Ecuador.
DEPARTING DATES AND OPERATIONAL MONTHS: Operates All Year Round. Departures on Fridays.

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MOTOR YACHT ISABELA II: SIX NIGHTS CRUISE, “NORTHERN ISLANDS”, TUESDAY TO MONDAY
EXPEDITION CATEGORIES: Nature and wildlife; Adventure; Multi-generational trips
VESSEL CATEGORY: Deluxe
VESSEL SIZE AND TYPE: Midsize Vessel, 40 guests’ capacity

ITINERARY
TUESDAY: Morning flight and arrival to San Cristobal Island’s Airrport and transfer to the Isabela II for accommodations, Introduction Briefing and lunch. The afternoon features a visit to the Cerro Colorado National Park’s Giant Tortoise Breeding and Rearing Center, in the Highlands of San Cristobal Island.
WEDNESDAY: A complete day at Genovesa or Tower Island. Morning is spent at Prince Philip’s Steps and the afternoon in Darwin Bay.
THURSDAY: This day features two locations on the west coast of James Island. Morning is spent at Buccaneer’s Cove and the afternoon at Puerto Egas.
FRIDAY: This morning is spent exploring Punta Espinoza, on Fernandina Island, the westernmost of the Archipelago. The afternoon is for Tagus Cove, on the west coast of Isabela Island.
SATURDAY: A complete day at two locations of western Isabela Island. Morning features Urbina Bay and the afternoon, Punta Vicente Roca.
SUNDAY: Morning visit to Rabida or Jervis Island and the afternoon is for Cerro Dragon or Dragon Hill, on the western coast of Santa Cruz Island.
MONDAY: After breakfast, disembarkation and transfer to Baltra Island Airport for the late morning return flight to mainland Ecuador.
DEPARTING DATES AND OPERATIONAL MONTHS: Operates All Year Round. Departures on Tuesdays.

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MOTOR YACHT SANTA CRUZ: FIVE NIGHTS CRUISW, “EASTERN ISLANDS” CRUISE, FRIDAY TO WEDNESDAY
EXPEDITION CATEGORIES: Nature and wildlife; Adventure; Multi-generational trips
VESSEL CATEGORY: First Class
VESSEL SIZE AND TYPE: Expedition Vessel, 90 guests’ capacity.

ITINERARY
FRIDAY: Morning flight to San Cristobal Island Airport and transfer to the ship. In the afternoon we visit the National Park’s Interpretation Center and the village of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, San Cristobal Island.
SATURDAY: This day we visit two locations on San Cristobal Island. The morning is spent at Cerro Brujo (Witch Hill), on the northern shore of the Island and the afternoon is dedicated to Punta Pitt, on the easternmost tip of the island and of the entire Archipelago.
SUNDAY: The morning is dedicated to visit Santa Fe Island while the afternoon is the time to visit South Plaza Island.
MONDAY: This day is spent entirely in Santa Cruz Island, visiting the Charles Darwin Station, the town of Puerto Ayora, Los Gemelos geological formation and the island’s Highlands.
TUESDAY: This day offers us two locations on Hood or Española Island, the southernmost of the Archipelago. The morning features the spectacular Punta Suarez, while the afternoon brings us to the marine wonderland of Gardner Bay.
WEDNESDAY: Today we disembark at Baltra Island for the return flight to mainland Ecuador.
DEPARTING DATES AND OPERATIONAL MONTHS: Operates All Year Round. Departures on Fridays.

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FINCH BAY GALAPAGOS ECO HOTEL, 3 NIGHTS PROGRAM, SUNDAY TO WEDENESDAY

ITINERARY
SUNDAY: A morning flight brings us from Quito or Guayaquil to the Archipelago’s main Airport, at Baltra Island. After the arrival procedures, our Naturalist Guides and/or Hotel Representative will accompany us on the short bus trip to the picturesque Itabaca Chanel, which separates the islands of Baltra and Santa Cruz. A short five minute passage by local ferry leads us to the northern coast of Santa Cruz Island. Our introduction to the islands continues by bus towards the lush Highlands of Santa Cruz where we will, (in season), look for the famous giant tortoises in the wild; admire the fantastic fauna and flora of the area, including many species of Darwin’s finches and the endemic Scalessia trees. A stop is made to admire the spectacular “Twin Craters” or “Los Gemelos”, a geological formation known to the experts as pit craters of “sink holes”. We continue our journey by bus, with a box lunch en-route, to the colorful and bustling town of Puerto Ayora, located alongside the scenic Academy Bay with its turquoise waters. Here we board the Hotel’s large dinghy for the short ride to the opposite side of the Bay, from where we walk a short distance to the Finch Bay Galapagos Eco Hotel. The remaining part of the afternoon is dedicated to enjoy the Hotel’s installations, the swimming pool or the beach, followed by a delightful dinner prepared by our expert Chef.
MONDAY: After a bountiful buffet breakfast at the Hotel, including a variety of fruit, cereals, eggs, milk, yogurt, fresh fruit juices, breads, cheeses and more, we will take a bus ride across the island of Santa Cruz, to board the Sea Finch (or Sea Lion) Yacht, for the scenic passage to North Seymour Island. Here we will land on the cliff side rocks, for a direct encounter with colonies of swallow-tailed gulls and marine iguanas. Hiking over lava terrain, further inland, we will find nesting colonies of blue-footed boobies and one of the Archipelago’s largest colonies of frigate birds (in season, the males displaying their bright red pouches to attract females). Along the coastline, sea lions bask in the sun, while others surf in the pounding waves along the island’s west coast. If time and weather conditions allow, swimming and/or snorkeling may be offered. Lunch is served on board the Yacht, before starting the return trip back to Puerto Ayora and the Hotel for dinner and overnight.
TUESDAY: Today we enjoy one more sumptuous breakfast at the Hotel, before starting our day trip aboard the Sea Finch (or Sea Lion) Yacht, to visit South Plaza Island, off the east coast of Santa Cruz. The island teems with wildlife, including some of the largest colonies of sea lions, always amusing with their terrestrial and aquatic antics; as well as a unique colony of land iguanas, living amongst a forest of Opuntia or “prickly pear” cactus. On the southern shore, a steep cliff allows us for great views of nearby islands and scores of blue-footed boobies; swallow-tailed gulls and the beautiful red-billed tropic birds. Darwin’s finches, mockingbirds and yellow warblers also abound on this island. As usual, time and weather conditions allowing, time is spared for a refreshing swim and/or snorkeling session, which may find us engaged in frolicking with the playful sea lions, especially the younger ones. Lunch is served on board the Yacht, before making the return passage back to Puerto Ayora, to enjoy the re aining part of the afternoon at the Hotel’s installations and surroundings or with a visit to the town of Puerto Ayora; before our last dinner at the Hotel, frequently under the unique star-filled Equatorial skies.
WEDNESDAY: After breakfast, we make an early morning visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station to observe several species of the legendary giant tortoises, including celebrity, last of his kind individual, Lonesome George. Here we will learn about the conservation efforts which, the National Park and the Scientific Station, conduct in order to preserve the unique and fragile ecosystems and species of the islands. Then we take the bus for our trip back to Baltra Island’s Airport for our late morning return flight to mainland Ecuador.