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8-day expedition to the Galápagos Islands, from Isabela to Española: snorkeling, hiking, and discovering wildlife that is unique in the world

Main features
Boat type: motor catamaran
Number of cabins: 8
Maximum capacity: 16 travelers
Crew members: 12

Cabins

Double Cabin
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
The eight double cabins, distributed between the main deck and the upper deck, offer a spacious 28 m² haven of peace. Each cabin features a private balcony where you can admire the changing landscapes of the Galapagos in complete privacy. Their clever layout combines elegance and functionality, with a comfortable double bed, a refined bathroom, and generous storage space. The understated decor with premium materials and individual air conditioning... more+ ensures optimal comfort after your excursions. These cabins are the ideal choice for couples or travel companions seeking both autonomy and privileged access to the outdoors. 
Single Cabin
Capacity: 1 Berth maximum
The catamaran features a single cabin specially designed for solo travelers, with an area of 15 m². Its clever layout maximizes space without sacrificing comfort, featuring a single bed, a private bathroom, and smart storage solutions. A notable advantage: no single supplement is applied, making this cabin an economical and practical option. Ideal for solo travelers or small groups, it benefits from the same quality amenities as the other cabins,... more+ offering a cozy retreat to recharge between explorations of the Galapagos wonders. 
NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice due to weather conditions or for technical reasons (captain's decision). Sailing times may vary depending on sea conditions and weather.

Itinerary

Itinerary
Baltra Sombrero Chino
Stages 1 and 2 Morning: Upon arrival, welcome and assistance at the airport, transfer from Baltra... more+ airport to the ship. Afternoon: Chinese Hat

This site offers a rare opportunity to observe Galapagos wildlife up close and well-preserved remnants of fragile volcanic rock, found nowhere else in such a unique state. The island gets its name from its resemblance to a type of Asian hat. Here you can see American oystercatchers and Galapagos penguins swimming along the coast.

Activities: Walking, snorkeling, kayaking, zodiac ride Difficulty: Moderate Landing: Wet landing Possible wildlife: Sea lions, various shorebirds, white-cheeked whistling ducks, penguins, Galapagos hawks, various tropical fish, Sally Lightfoot crabs. 
Included activities: Kayak, Exploration of Sombrero Chino, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Sombrero Chino Punta Vicente Roca Punta Espinoza
Stages 3 and 4 Morning: Isabela - Punta Vicente Roca Punta Vicente Roca features exceptional... more+ geological formations and is an ideal place to observe various species of birds. As this site is located in the western part of the island, the Cromwell Current provides cold water rich in nutrients for terrestrial and aquatic species, offering the chance to witness incredible feeding frenzies. Activities: Zodiac ride, snorkeling Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Landing: No landing Possible wildlife: Sea lions, various shorebirds, blue-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, fur seals, whales, sea turtles, various tropical fish, Sally Lightfoot crabs, and other marine species. Afternoon: Fernandina - Punta Espinoza

As one of the most unspoiled islands in the archipelago, Fernandina has never been invaded by foreign species. It is also the most active and westernmost island. Punta Espinoza is the only site open to visitors on the entire island. Here you can see marine iguanas, Galapagos hawks, and enjoy walking and snorkeling in one of the most natural and unspoiled sites in the world. Activities: Walking, snorkeling
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate Landing: Dry landing - may be slippery Possible wildlife: Wingless cormorants, marine iguanas, land iguanas, penguins, sea lions, various shorebirds, Galapagos hawks, various tropical fish, Sally Lightfoot crabs, sea turtles. 
Included activities: Birdwatching, Zodiac outing, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Punta Espinoza Caleta Tagus Urvina Bay
Stages 5 and 6 Morning: Isabela - Tagus Cove If you enjoy historical relics, you will appreciate... more+ discovering what was left behind by pirates and sailors in the 19th century. This site was one of their favorite stops during their sea voyages. The walk here offers incredible views of the cove and, on the other side, the mangrove forest where the last 35 pairs of Mangrove Finches thrive. Activities: Walking, snorkeling, kayaking, zodiac ride
Difficulty: Moderate to difficult Landing: Dry Possible wildlife: Sea lions, various shorebirds, flightless cormorants, Galapagos penguins, marine iguanas, Sally Lightfoot crabs, mangrove finches. Afternoon: Isabela - Bahía Urbina

Millions of years ago, Bahía Urbina lay at the bottom of the ocean. Volcanic uplifts brought it to the surface, and it is now home to sea lions, land iguanas, and flightless cormorants. It is an ideal place to enjoy some free time on the beach, or the guide may suggest a walk.

Activities: Walking, snorkeling Difficulty: Moderate to difficult Landing: Wet Possible wildlife: Sea lions, various shorebirds, flightless cormorants, marine iguanas, sea turtles, land iguanas, Galapagos hawks, Sally Lightfoot crabs, Galapagos tortoises. 
Included activities: Visit to Tagus Cove, Exploration of the Volcanic Coasts at Urbina Bay, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Urvina Bay Isabela Island Punta Moreno
Stages 7 and 8 Morning: Isabela - Bahía Elizabeth This site can only be explored by zodiac, as... more+ park authorities have prohibited disembarking in order to protect the island. From the zodiac, you can enjoy the abundance of marine life visible in the clear waters. Activities: Zodiac ride Difficulty: Easy
Landing: No landing Possible wildlife: Sea lions, frigatebirds, sea turtles, various shorebirds, flightless cormorants, marine iguanas, pelicans, Sally Lightfoot crabs, tropical fish, and marine life such as Galapagos sharks. Afternoon: Isabela - Punta Moreno

The beautiful rocky shores of Punta Moreno offer a plethora of birds to observe. It is a real delight for birdwatchers. The main attractions are the coastal lagoons where white tip sharks can be seen, and the panoramic views of the Sierra Negra and Cerro Azul volcanoes are not to be missed.

Activities: Walking, snorkeling, and zodiac ride Difficulty: Moderate Landing: Wet Possible wildlife: Sea lions, great blue herons, various shorebirds, flightless cormorants, marine iguanas, Sally Lightfoot crabs, sea turtles, land iguanas, Galapagos hawks, Galapagos tortoises. 
Included activities: Galapagos sharks spotting, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Punta Moreno Santa Cruz
Stages 9 and 10 Morning: Santa Cruz - Charles Darwin Research Station The Charles Darwin Research... more+ Station is one of the most important sites in the Galapagos Islands for visitors. It is a research facility with an extensive collection of carefully preserved specimens of Galapagos flora. It also serves as a biological research station and active breeding center managed by the Charles Darwin Foundation. Their greatest conservation efforts are aimed at one day eliminating all invasive and non-native plants and animals that are destroying the islands' endemic species.

Activities: Walking Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult Landing: Dry Possible wildlife: Galapagos tortoises in captivity and at different stages of development. Afternoon: Santa Cruz - Highlands

The Highlands are located in the northern part of Santa Cruz and can reach altitudes of up to 1,500 meters. This region is rich in hills, ferns, volcanoes, and wildlife. It is a striking contrast to the hardened lava beaches and rocky areas of the other islands already visited. It is home to giant tortoises, mockingbirds, finches, and many other species. Activities: Walking Difficulty: Moderate Landing: Dry Possible wildlife: Galapagos tortoises, finches, mockingbirds, lava lizards, pintail ducks, other shorebirds. 
Included activities: Visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station, Meeting with the Giant Tortoises in the Highlands, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Santa Cruz South Plaza Santa Fe
Stops 11 and 12 Morning: South Plaza Island South Plaza is one of the smallest islands with a... more+ visitor site, but it is home to an incredible amount of diverse flora and fauna. It has a large population of Sesuvium plants such as prickly pear, which is an important food source for the land iguana. Just a few years ago, mice were finally eradicated from the island, helping the land iguana population to grow healthily once again. The stunning colors of the turquoise waters against the black lava create a setting conducive to incredible photographic opportunities.

Activities: Walking Difficulty: Moderate Landing: Dry Possible wildlife: Frigatebirds, Sally Lightfoot crabs, sea lions, land iguanas, swallow-tailed gulls, various shorebirds and seabirds. Afternoon: Santa Fe Island

Santa Fe is home to the endemic Santa Fe iguana. The island was created by a volcanic uplift and is now home to a forest of prickly pear and Palo Santo trees. It is a picturesque island with two different trails, one leading to a panoramic viewpoint and the other to a small beach. Giant tortoises were once native here but disappeared after pirates and sailors took them aboard as a source of food.

Activities: Walking, snorkeling, kayaking, and zodiac ride Difficulty: Moderate Landing: Dry Possible wildlife: Santa Fe land iguanas, frigatebirds, Sally Lightfoot crabs, sea lions, finches, various shorebirds. 
Included activities: Walk on the beaches of Santa Fe, Visit to South Plaza, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Santa Fe Punta Suarez Gardner Bay
Stages 13 and 14 Morning: Española - Punta Suárez This is a phenomenal site where you will see... more+ many species endemic to Española Island. The trail will pass by the only breeding site for Galapagos albatrosses in the entire archipelago. If you are lucky, you may see a young albatross taking its first flight for up to five years at sea. Older birds remain at sea for months, returning only to breed. They have the same partner for life and meet each year, only here, to breed. Other species that can be seen include marine iguanas, which retain their bright colors all year round, Galapagos doves, Nazca boobies, blue-footed boobies, swallow-tailed gulls, red-billed tropicbirds, and Darwin's finches.

Activities: Walking Difficulty: Easy/Moderate Landing: Dry Possible wildlife: Sea lions, marine iguanas, Galapagos hawks, Galapagos albatrosses, red-billed tropicbirds, various shorebirds, Nazca boobies, swallow-tailed gulls, finches, and Sally Lightfoot crabs.

Afternoon: Española - Gardner Bay / Osborn & Gardner Islets This white sand beach is home to a large colony of sea lions and incredibly blue and turquoise waters. Three different finches can be seen, as well as the Española Mockingbird. Over time, the mockingbirds have been offered water or food by tourists and are now unafraid to walk on your belongings or land very close to you. Or visit Osborn and Gardner Islets, which are extraordinary for underwater exploration. Snorkeling is a highlight of this site.

It is very important not to feed or touch the animals. This can disrupt their normal behavior and threaten their future. Activities: Walking, snorkeling, kayaking, and zodiac ride Difficulty: Easy Landing: Wet landing Possible wildlife: Sea lions, various shorebirds, mockingbirds, stingrays, sea turtles. 
Included activities: Wildlife Exploration at Punta Suarez, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Gardner Bay San Cristobal
Stages 15 and 16 Morning: San Cristóbal - Interpretation Center

A short distance from the... more+ center of San Cristóbal is the San Cristóbal Interpretation Center, open to the public since 1998, which provides in-depth knowledge of the archipelago's fascinating history and gives visitors a more holistic understanding of the unique habitats and wildlife of these islands.

The main areas of interest, covered through a number of exhibits, are: natural history, human history, and conservation for the future. For those interested in the geology of the archipelago, there is a comprehensive exhibit on the volcanic birth of the Galapagos and its impact on the habitats found here.

Activities: Walking Difficulty: Easy Disembarkation: Dry disembarkation Departure from San Cristóbal Airport. After this last visit, transfer to San Cristóbal Airport for your return flight to mainland Ecuador. Assistance and farewell at the airport. 
Included activities: Visit to the Interpretation Center of San Cristóbal Island, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner

included

The price includes
Round-trip transfers: airport, boat, airport
Reception and assistance at the arrival airport
Main bilingual guide to the National Park (English/Spanish)
WIFI
Daily update on activities
Soft drinks and fruit juices
Captain's welcome and farewell cocktail
Kayak and paddle
Expedition equipment
Yoga mat
Kettlebells and dumbbells
A glass of wine or a local beer (per guest/per night)
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Round-trip flight to the Galapagos Islands from mainland Ecuador, starting at : 481 $ / people
Galápagos Park entrance fee : 200 $ / people
Transit Control Card fee : 20 $ / people
Travel insurance
Alcoholic beverages (except those mentioned)
Tips for crew and guides
Medical care insurance
Guides speaking Italian, French, or German are available at an additional cost
Meals not included in the program
Additional information
The yellow fever vaccination certificate must have been administered at least 10 days prior to arrival in Ecuador if you have spent more than 10 days in Peru, Colombia, Bolivia or Brazil during the previous 10 days
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request

Activities

Kayak
included
Exploration of Sombrero Chino
included
Birdwatching
included
Zodiac outing
included
Nature walk on Espinoza Point
included
Snorkeling
included
Visit to Tagus Cove
included
Exploration of the Volcanic Coasts at Urbina Bay
included
Galapagos sharks spotting
included
Visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station
included
Meeting with the Giant Tortoises in the Highlands
included
Walk on the beaches of Santa Fe
included
Visit to South Plaza
included
Wildlife Exploration at Punta Suarez
included
Visit to the Interpretation Center of San Cristóbal Island
included

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