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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Nemo III

Example 8 Day Cruise aboard Nemo III
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Discover the Galapagos archipelago aboard the catamaran Nemo III on this 8-day private cruise to the southern and eastern islands. Enjoy the convenience of small ship cruising while experiencing the first-class amenities on board. Your cruise starts with a dry landing in North Seymour. Walk along the rocky shores and through the natural landscapes, spotting wildlife along the way. Find the fabled blue-footed boobie on the shores of Lobos Island. Hop off at Gardner Bay for some deep water snorkeling. Take a tour of the highlands and walk amongst the giant tortoises as they roam in their natural habitats. Explore South Plaza with unique landscapes of cacti and marine wildlife. Sea lions can be observed on the island of Mosquera before your journey concludes in Baltra. 
Glimpse the blue-footed boobie on your Galapagos cruiseNemo IIIThe Nemo III stops at Post Office BayChinese Hat (Sombrero Chino) Island, GalapagosPinnacle rock in Bartolome
Highlights
  • Land at North Seymour and look for sea lions, marine iguanas, and boobies
  • Explore Suarez Point with your private group of up to 14 guests
  • Enjoy a relaxing walk on Cormorant Point's green and 'flour sand' beach
  • Travel to the agricultural zone of Santa Cruz and meet giant tortoises
Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Baltra | North Seymour | Embark

Arrive in the Galapagos via the Baltra airport. After transferring to your ship, settle in and experience a boat drill exercise. Enjoy lunch on board while repositioning to North Seymour. This dry landing starts a walk along the rocky shores and through the natural landscapes, spotting wildlife along the way. Return to the ship for your dinner and welcome cocktails.

Activities: Walking, Panga ride, and Deep water snorkeling

Day 2: Lobos Island | Kicker Rock | Brujo Hill, San Cristobal

The morning will bring you to the shores of Lobos Island where you will find the fabled blue footed boobie, among other fascinating creatures. Later experience deep water snorkeling at Kicker Rock, which offers some of the Galapagos best deep water marine spotting. After lunch on board, land on San Cristobal Island at Brujo Hill, a wide stretch of sandy beach to explore.

Activities: Walking, Kayaking, Panga ride, Deep water snorkeling and Paddleboarding 

Day 3: Gardner Bay | Osborn Islet | Gardner Island | Suarez Point, Espanola

Espanola is your destination for the day. After breakfast on board, hop off at Gardner Bay for some deep water snorkeling before exploring this sandy shore on foot. The afternoon brings you to Suarez Point, a rocky shore perfect for exploration and wildlife spotting.

Activities: Walking, Kayaking, Deep water snorkeling and Paddleboarding 

Day 4: Champion Islet | Cormorant Point | Post Office Bay, Floreana

Floreana and her many attractions are the plan for today. This morning explore Cormorant Point and Champion Islet before returning to the ship for lunch. Champion Islet offers excellent deep water snorkeling. This afternoon disembark at Post Office Bay, a unique location full of rich archipelago history. Take the opportunity to snorkel from the beach here as well.

Activities: Walking, Kayaking, Panga ride, and Deep water snorkeling 

Day 5: Highlands | Charles Darwin, Santa Cruz

Disembark this morning in Puerto Ayora and take a tour to the highlands, where you will walk amongst the giant tortoise as they roam in their natural habitats. Continue your education this afternoon at the Charles Darwin Station, there is a Natural History Interpretation Center that manages educational programs at the service of the Galapagos National Park. This station is also an operation center for foreign scientists that go to the island to conduct special research.

Dry landing
Activities: Walking

Day 6: South Plaza Island | Santa Fe

Explore South Plaza this morning, with a unique landscapes of cacti and marine wildlife. Santa Fe this afternoon offers plenty of opportunity to come close to the mighty sea lion, while strolling the white sandy beaches and shallow water, take advantage of snorkeling opportunities from the shore.

Activities: Walking, Kayaking, Panga ride, Deep water snorkeling and Paddleboarding 

Day 7: Bartolome | Chinese Hat

Begin your morning with deep water snorkeling off the shores of Bartolome, then explore this island on foot. Walk the steep walkways to the top, rewarded by an amazing vista shaped by volcanic forces long ago. During lunch you will reposition to Chinese Hat, another unique rock formation unmistakable in shape. Deep water snorkeling off the shores, followed by an evening farewell cocktail celebration on board.

Activities: Walking, Kayaking, Panga ride, Deep water snorkeling and Paddleboarding 

Day 8: Mosquera | Baltra | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
Explore one final island this morning with an early morning walk in Mosquera before returning to the Baltra airport for your return flight home.

Activities: Walking

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Nemo III

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Crewed Charter Price starting at
$78,000
or $4,875 per person based on 16 max passengers
Cabin 2
Superior Cabin 1,2,7
Cabins 1, 2 & 7. 2 single lower beds and a private bathroom
Cabin 5
Standard Cabin 5 & 8
Cabins 5 & 8. 1 matrimonial bed and a private bathroom
Cabin 6
Superior Cabin 3,4,6
Cabins 3, 4 & 6. 1 lower matrimonial bed, 1 upper single bed, and a private bathroom

Child Discount

25% discount for children under 12 at time of Galapagos cruise. Child discounts are conditional and may not apply on certain departures. Please contact us for more information.

Children under 12 may receive discounts on Galapagos flight fares and entrance fees. Contact us for details.
Included
  • 7 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 7 Dinners
  • 7 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Bilingual Naturalist Guide 
  • Adventure Life Pre-departure Services and In-Country Assistance (Quito Representative)
  • Shore Excursions, Swimming and Snorkeling 
  • Transfers and Baggage Handling in the Galapagos
  • Snorkeling and kayaking equipment is included in the cruise cost and available for your use on board.
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Galapagos Park Entrance Fee: $200 per adult, $100 per child under 12. Payable upon arrival to the Galapagos, only in cash dollars. Subject to increase by Galapagos Park Service.
  • Internal Flights: Mainland Ecuador - Galapagos - Mainland Ecuador: $475-675
  • Wetsuits are not included but are available for rent on board - $5/day per person.

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