4 days cruising and swimming the Galapagos Islands, visiting Charles Darwin Research Station, encountering totally unique wildlife, knowing your snorkelling gear is provided.
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Encounter dragon-like lizards and giant tortoises. Lead by an expert Naturalist Guide, you'll meet the incredible creatures that inspired Darwin’s theory of natural selection. Snorkeling gear is included—and there’ll be plenty of chances to swim and snorkel the enchanting waters of the Galapagos over the space of four days. After a full day exploring, return to your bunk in a spacious air-conditioned double cabin with private bathroom and either a window or porthole looking out to the ocean. As one of the biggest tour operators in the islands, our exclusively operated fleet of yachts offers great value—there’s no better way to explore the region.
What's Included
- 3 nights in the Galapagos Islands, Visit to Charles Darwin Research Station, Incredible wildlife encounters, Daily opportunities for swimming and snorkelling, Flights to and from the Galapagos Islands, Snorkeling equipment onboard Galapagos Yacht.
- 5 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners. (Allow USD50-65 for meals not included. Drinks and tips while on the yacht are extra.You must pay a USD10 Tourist Transit card fee at the Quito airport and a USD100 (cash) Galapagos park entry fee immediately upon arrival to the Islands (subject to increase).)
- Hotels (2 nts), Twin-share cabins on board our motorized yacht (3 nts).
- Local flight, Motorized yacht, Zodiacs, public transportation, Van.
- Local naturalist guides (certified by the Galapagos National Park) while in the islands. G Adventures Representative in Quito.
- Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 12
Add to your Experience
Want more wildlife? For a longer Galapagos experience, consider our 10-day version of this trip EV10A.
Places Visited
- Ecuador
- Galapagos
More About the Galapagos
Find out more about our extensive Galapagos program and fleet of yachts.
Day 1 Quito
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 Baltra / Santa Cruz (B, L, D)
Fly to Baltra. Meet the guide and transfer across Santa Cruz Island to Puerto Ayora. Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station to see the giant Galapagos tortoises and board the boat in the afternoon.
Day 3 Floreana (B,L,D)
Land at Floreana Island. Guided visits to Champion Islet and Punta Cormorant to see a variety of bird life. Snorkelling excusion at the Corona del Diablo.
Day 4 Española (B,L,D)
Visit to Gardner Bay and Punta Suarez on Española Island. Guided walks to observe wildlife and free time for swimming or snorkelling.
Day 5 Black turtle cove / Santa Cruz (B)
Excursion to Black Turtle Cove to observe the marine life then disembark at Baltra Island. Fly back to Quito.
Day 6 Quito (B)
Depart at any time.
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