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From Darwin Bay to Bartolomé: 4-day catamaran journey discovering central Galapagos treasures, combining hiking and diving

Main characteristics
Type of boat: catamaran
Number of cabins: 8
Maximum capacity: 16 travelers
Crew members: 7

Cabs

Superior Cabin
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Air conditioned cabin with two singles lower beds, one lower matrimonial bed and an upper single bed or a matrimonial bed with private bathrooms.
Standard Cabin
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Air conditioned cabin with two singles beds or one matrimonial bed with private bathrooms.
NB: The photos, information and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The indicated itinerary and program may be modified without prior notice, depending on the weather conditions or for technical reasons (decision of the captain). Sailing times may vary depending on sea and weather conditions.

Sailing itineraries

Sailing itineraries
Baltra Puerto Ayora South Plaza
Morning: Arrival to the airport in Baltra, reception by the cruise guide and transfer to the... see+ yacht.

Afternoon:Lunch service. Visit to Charles Darwin Scientific Station and Breeding Center. Dry landing.

The main visit in Puerto Ayora is to Charles Darwin Station. An excellent way to begin learning about the islands, their origin and formation. You will learn about how the Galapagos turtles are raised and meet Jorge, the famous solitary turtle. The Scientific Station has its own beach that receives many visitors on weekends.

Evening: Guide briefing. Welcome cocktail. Dinner service and navigation to South Plaza.
 
Included activities: Visit to Charles Darwin Scientific Station and Breeding Center, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
South Plaza Santa Fe Santiago Island
Morning: Breakfast service. Dry landing. Visit to South Plaza. Nature walk. Deep water... see+ snorkeling.

Your visit to South Plaza begins with a dry landing. The rocky trail circumnavigates the island displaying the combination of dry and coastal vegetation zone. South Plaza has one of the largest populations of Land Iguanas in the Galapagos. The iguanas seem to be everywhere once you land. These larger than average yellow-brown land iguanas feed on the fruit and pads of the prickly pear cactus.

South Plaza is also home to Marine Iguanas living along the coast and a Hybrid Iguanas whose fathers are Marine Iguanas and mothers are Land Iguanas. As the walk continues along the sea cliffs Swallow-tailed Gulls, Frigatebirds, Audubon Shearwaters, Red-billed Tropicbirds, Brown Pelicans, Blue-Footed and Masked Boobies are frequently seen. Beneath along the shore a colony of Bachelor Sea Lions can be seen.

Afternoon:Lunch service. Navigation to Santa Fe. Wet landing. Nature walk. Deep water snorkeling.
Santa Fe Island is home to one of the most beautiful coves in all the Galapagos. It is located in the southeastern part of Galapagos, 2 1/2 hours from Santa Cruz and 3 hours from San Cristobal. Santa Fe was formed from an uplift (rather than a volcano) giving the island a relatively flat surface rather than the typical conical shape of the other islands. Visits to Santa Fe begin with a panga boat ride across the lovely turquoise lagoon. Once ashore you are brought into contact with one of the many sea lion colonies in the Galapagos.

Bulls compete for the right of beach master while cows lounge in the sun. It is quite a fascinating sight! The loop trail around the island leads past the salt bushes where Galapagos Hawks can be approached easily. Santa Fe is home to endemic Land Iguanas. These iguanas are the largest in the islands and they are beige to chocolate brown in color and resemble small dinosaurs. Reaching the summit there is a stunning view of the cove beneath.

Evening: Guide briefing. Dinner service and navigation to Santiago.
 
Included activities: Panga boat ride, Visit to South Plaza, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Santiago Island Bartolome island Santiago Island Mosquera Islet
Morning: Breakfast service. Deep water snorkeling. Visit to Bartolomé. Dry landing. Nature... see+ walk.

Bartolomé Island, with its colorful volcanic landscape, is one of the most photographed in the Galápagos. Its iconic Pinnacle Rock, a black, eroded lava formation, is a symbol of the archipelago. The crescent-shaped beaches offer great snorkeling opportunities, where visitors can swim with fish, sea lions, and Galápagos penguins.

Afternoon: Lunch service. Santiago Island. Wet landing at Sullivan Bay. Nature walk. Deep water snorkeling.

Sullivan Bay features an impressive volcanic landscape with eroded lava cones and a well-preserved pahoehoe lava flow. Though over 170 years old, the lava appears much more recent due to the island’s isolation. Pioneer plants like the Brachycereus cactus are beginning to colonize the volcanic rock, paving the way for other species.

Evening: Guide briefing. Farewell cocktail. Dinner service and navigation to Mosquera Islet. 
Included activities: Snorkeling, Visit to Bartolome, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Mosquera Islet Daphne island Baltra
Morning: Circumnavigation. Breakfast service. Check out and airport departure.

Among the... see+ central islands of the Galapagos Archipelago, Daphne Island sits north of Santa Cruz Island and west of Baltra Island. In reality there are two islands: Daphne Major and Daphne Minor. They are one of the more accessible Galapagos Islands and are easily reached by most tour boats and cruises. Please note that disembarkation on these islands is not possible, therefore we will sail around them for one last look at the beautiful vistas of Galapagos. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Included

The price includes
Certified English-speaking Galápagos guide
Snorkeling equipment
Kayak and paddle
Unlimited water, tea and coffee
Snacks
Air conditioned
Towels for inside and outside
The activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Travel Insurance. It is strongly recommended that you purchase travel insurance including Cancellation before you depart for your trip
Wetsuit rental : 5 $
Personal expenses and tips
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (excluding those mentioned)
Roundtrip ticket to Galápagos : 500 $ / person
International air tickets to either Quito or Guayaquil, Ecuador
Meals not included in the program
Galápagos Park entrance fee - Compulsory : 200$ / person
Transit Control Card fee - Compulsory : 20$ / person
Further information
Even if the boat is equipped with sails, it will mainly be powered when the conditions are too pitch for the sails to be used
Transfers are provided (with the rest of the group) in Galápagos from the airport to the cruise port and back as long as they coincide with our operating days
Passengers who have taken their flights on different dates should check the meeting point, and the cost of transfers will be at their own expense
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 program are available on request

Activities

Visit to Charles Darwin Scientific Station and Breeding Center
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Panga boat ride
Included
Visit to South Plaza
Included
Snorkeling
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Visit to Bartolome
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