Eight days cruising and swimming the Galapagos Islands, visiting Charles Darwin Research Station, encountering totally unique wildlife, knowing your snorkelling gear is provided.
Cruise the Galapagos aboard the comfortable g1. Lead by an expert Naturalist Guide, you'll meet the incredible creatures that inspired Darwin’s theory of natural selection. At night, retire to your bunk in an air-conditioned twin cabin, featuring private bath and a window looking out to the ocean. With eight days aboard, you’ll have plenty of chances to snorkel the islands with the included equipment or reflect on your adventure with a cold drink on the two-level wraparound deck. As one of the region’s largest operators, we understand the importance of controlling the onboard experience, and we pride ourselves in offering fully exclusive vessels for G Adventures travellers.
What's Included
- 7 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.
- 9 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 7 Dinners. (Allow US75-100 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 tourist superior class yacht (7 nts).
- Local flight, motorized yacht, van, zodiacs, public bus.
- Local naturalist guide (certified by the Galapagos National Park) while in the Islands. Local G Adventures representative in Quito.
- Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 12
Places Visited
- Ecuador
- Galapagos
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Day 1 Quito
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 Baltra / North Seymour (B, L,D)
Fly to Baltra. Meet the guide and transfer to the boat. Visit North Seymour in the afternoon to see the observe the birdlife, including frigate birds and blue-footed boobies.
Day 3 San Cristóbal (B,L,D)
Morning landing at Isla Lobos on San Cristóbal Island to see the sea lions and have a snorkelling excursion before visiting dramatic Kicker Rock. Continue to Cerro Brujo in the afternoon to observe the sea lions, marine iguanas and seabirds along the beach.
Day 4 Española (B,L,D)
Visit to Punta Suarez and Gardner Bay on Española Island. Guided walks to observe wildlife and free time for swimming or snorkelling.
Day 5 Floreana (B,L,D)
Land at Punta Cormorant, on Floreana Island. Guided walks to observe the bird and wildlife and learn about the natural history. Visit Post Office Bay in the afternoon. Snorkelling excusion at the Corona del Diablo.
Day 6 Santa Cruz (B,L,D)
Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station to see the giant Galapagos tortoises and take an excursion to the Santa Cruz Highlands. Free time for shopping or exploration of Puerto Ayora.
Day 7 South Plaza / Santa Fé (B,L,D)
Land at South Plaza in the morning for wildlife spotting opportunities. Afternoon visit to Santa Fé Island for guided walks to observe the wildlife and plentiful marine iguanas. Opportunities for swimming and snorkelling with the sea lions.
Day 8 Bartolomé / Puerto Egas (B,L,D)
Visit to Bartolomé Island for a guided tour to see the dramatic volcanic features before hiking to a panoramic viewpoint. Afternoon visit to Puerto Egas to see the salt crater as well as a dark sand beach and tidal pools.
Day 9 Mosquera / Baltra / Quito (B)
Morning excursion to Mosquera Island to stroll on the beach and see the vast sea lion colonies before disembarking at Baltra for the flight back to Quito.
Day 10 Quito (B)
Depart at any time.
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