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Experience the wonders of the Galapagos Islands with Adventure Life's array of 148 small ship cruises for 2026. Join us on a cruise journey through the archipelago's vibrant heritage and breathtaking landscapes, from San Cristobal to the southeast and central islands. Explore the unique wildlife and landscapes of each island, from white coral beaches to volcanic landscapes, while engaging in activities like kayaking, snorkeling, and wildlife viewing. Whether you choose an 8-day adventure or a 4-day cruise, each trip offers a relaxed pace suitable for all travelers. Immerse yourself in the captivating nature, history, and culture of the Galapagos Islands without missing the chance to observe unique marine birds, swim with sea turtles, and visit tortoise breeding centers. Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to the Galapagos - contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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San Cristobal
from $79,890
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Private Charter - San Cristobal, Floreana & Santa Cruz

San Cristobal to Santa Cruz - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Ocean Spray
  • Observe Santa Cruz reef sharks
  • See Flour Beach coral sand
  • Hike Pitt Point’s volcanic terrain
  • Visit Devil’s Crown snorkeling reef
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Hiking, Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Galapagos Islands aboard Grand Ocean Spray. Visit San Cristobal, Floreana, and Santa Cruz. Snorkel at Devil’s Crown, hike Pitt Point, and see wildlife. Experience Post Office Bay’s historic barrel and end at Black Turtle Cove among mangroves and marine life.
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Spot amazing wildlife
from $5,350
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San Cristobal, Floreana & Santa Cruz

San Cristobal to Santa Cruz - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Ocean Spray
  • Spot Lobos Island sea lions
  • Join Kicker Rock circumnavigation
  • Hike Pitt Point’s volcanic terrain
  • Visit Devil’s Crown snorkeling reef
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the beautiful Galapagos Islands on this 4-day small ship cruise aboard the Grand Ocean Spray. Observe the unique wildlife and landscapes of this stunning archipelago, visiting San Cristobal, Floreana, and Santa Cruz.
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Devil's Crown Galapagos
from $3,368
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Galapagos Southeast Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit Cerro Brujo´s lava formations
  • Hike across Española Island
  • Discover Galapagos origins
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Variable
This affordable 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard the Coral I or II explores the southeastern and central islands of the Galapagos including San Cristobal, Española, Floreana & Santa Cruz. Encounter fearless wildlife like giant tortoises and marine iguanas, and snorkel in the crystalline Galapagos waters viewing colorful fish, sharks, rays, and sea turtles.
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Corals sailing together
from $61,050
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Private Charter - Galapagos Southeast Islands Aboard Corals

5 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit Cerro Brujo´s lava formations
  • Hike across Española Island
  • Swim and snorkel at Devil´s Crown
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an affordable 5-day Galapagos private cruise aboard the Corals yacht exploring the southeastern and central islands' wildlife and stunning landscape, including San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz. Encounter giant tortoises, snorkel in the crystalline waters and view colorful fish, sharks, rays, and sea turtles.
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Floreana Island
from $3,516
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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Seaman Journey
  • Snorkel with sea lions
  • Observe the giant Galapagos turtles
  • See diverse wildlife and birds
  • Venture to Punta Pitt & Gardner Bay
  • Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters
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San Cristobal / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Journey to the Southern Islands of the Galapagos on this 5-day cruise aboard the Seaman Journey. Explore the captivating landscapes and rich biodiversity of this unique archipelago.
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from $2,595
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Eastern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Snorkel Lobos Island reef
  • Explore Gardner Bay beach
  • Visit Post Office Bay
  • Observe waved albatross nesting
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 4-day exciting cruise aboard M/Y Monserrat and enjoy the beautiful turquoise water and its incredible sea life that captures the best of the Galapagos wildlife. Visit the stunning San Cristobal, Gardner Bay, Cormorant Point, and many more.
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Al Fresco dining
from $255,438
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Visit Dragon Hill flamingo lagoon
  • Visit Santa Cruz tortoise reserve
  • Explore Devil’s Crown reef
  • Española wave albatross colony
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Charter the Galapagos Legend for an exclusive 8-day Galapagos journey. Explore iconic sites like Pinnacle Rock, Devil’s Crown, Española’s Gardner Bay, and San Cristobal’s Cerro Brujo. Snorkel with penguins, spot giant tortoises, and observe blue-footed boobies in private comfort with naturalist guides.
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from $8,778
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Galapagos by Catamaran: An Intimate Voyage

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Delfina
  • See wildlife and landscapes
  • See Galapagos sea lions
  • See flightless cormorant
  • Visit giant tortoises
Starts / Ends
Guayaquil / Guayaquil
Activities
Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 10-day Galapagos cruise adventure aboard National Geographic Delfina. Encounter diverse wildlife, from playful sea lions to rare Galapagos penguins, amidst stunning volcanic landscapes and pristine beaches.
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Green sea turtle swimming
from $6,504
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Southern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Visit Tijeretas Hill bird colony
  • Discover Floreana Island's beaches
  • Snorkel with sea lions
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 4-day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise to the Eastern Galapagos Islands. Explore San Cristóbal, and visit Tijeretas Hill. Enjoy Gardner Bay and Punta Suárez on Española, then discover unique beaches, flamingos, and marine life at Punta Cormorant on Floreana. Conclude your journey at the Charles Darwin Research Station and fly back home.
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Blue-footed booby mating dance
from $1,800
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Southeast Islands

San Cristobal - Santa Cruz - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion
  • Venture to Lobos Island
  • Step into Post Office Bay's history
  • Explore Punta Cormorant
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Charles Darwin Center
Activity Level
Variable
Sail across the Southeast Galapagos Islands for a 4-day cruise aboard the Galaxy Orion. Encounter playful sea lions at Lobos Island, delve into marine life at Gardner Bay, marvel at diverse fauna at Suarez Point, explore history at Post Office Bay, and learn about conservation at the Charles Darwin Station.
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Adult green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas agassizii) underwater off the west side of Isabela Island in the Galapagos Islands
from $8,819
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Galapagos Escape

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II
  • Snorkel and kayak among wildlife
  • Walk along colonies of seabirds
  • Visit Pinnacle Rock
  • See red-footed boobies and lizards
Starts / Ends
Guayaquil / Guayaquil
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the vibrant islands of the Galapagos on this 8-day cruise through fascinating activities such as walking and trekking, kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. The National Geographic Islander II, an all-suite vessel, elevates the Galapagos experience with new levels of style and comfort. 
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Blue-footed boobies perched on volcanic rocks
from $7,845
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South & East Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon
  • Explore the highlands of Santa Cruz
  • Spot blue-footed boobies
  • Stroll along Gardner Bay
  • Visit La Galapaguera
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on a 7-day exploration cruise with Galapagos Horizon, visiting iconic sites like Twin Craters and Post Office Bay. Encounter diverse wildlife, snorkel in pristine waters, and delve into the islands' rich natural and human history.
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Cruise the Galapagos on the Galaxy II ship
from $57,760
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Private Charter - Northeast Galapagos Catamaran Cruise Aboard EcoGalaxy

5 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy
  • Swim along coral beaches
  • Observe a variety of sea birds
  • Hike the shores of North Seymour
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Spend 5 days cruising through the Galapagos on a tour of the Northeast Islands. Witness sea lions, iguanas and beautiful scenery on this private adventure aboard the EcoGalaxy.
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South Plaza Island
from $8,604
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Central East Islands

Baltra - San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Explore the Santa Cruz highlands
  • Hike to Bartolomé's summit
  • Land at South Plaza for forest walk
  • Greet playful sea lions
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 5-day cruise from Baltra to San Cristobal aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Central East Galapagos Islands. Explore Santa Cruz's highlands and lava tunnels, Rábida's red sand beach, Bartolomé's volcanic panoramas, and South Plaza's land iguanas. Discover more flora and fauna while enjoying up-close wildlife encounters.
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Devil's Crown Galapagos
from $4,100
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East and South Islands

San Cristobal to Santa Cruz - 5 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy
  • Snorkel at Devil’s Crown
  • Observe sea lion colonies
  • Encounter land iguanas
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal / Baltra
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 5-day East and South Galapagos cruise aboard Ecogalaxy. Visit San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Fe, and South Plaza. Snorkel with sea lions and turtles, hike volcanic trails, and observe rare wildlife including waved albatrosses and giant tortoises.
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Sea Lions on the beach at Gardner Bay, Galapagos Islands
from $2,826
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Southeast Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Visit San Cristobal Interpretation
  • Explore Gardner Bay White Beach
  • See Punta Suarez Albatross colony
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the south-eastern islands of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz on this 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard Galapagos Legend. Visit interpretation centers, see albatross, flamingos, sea lions, and giant tortoises. Experience a mix of wildlife encounters and natural highlights across diverse Galapagos landscapes in one expedition.
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A marine iguana suns itself on volcanic rock
from $3,795
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Central East Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Explore Santa Cruz lava tunnels
  • Snorkel at Chinese Hat beach
  • Encounter land iguanas
  • Discover three booby species
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
Sail through the Galapagos Islands aboard the M/Y Monserrat. Visit key sites including Santa Cruz Highlands, Chinese Hat, Sullivan Bay, North Seymour, Santa Fe, Pitt Point, Witch Hill, and Tijeretas Hill. Spot unique wildlife such as blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, marine iguanas, and Galapagos hawks.
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Sea lions on Fernandina Island
from $2,900
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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita
  • Hike over islands covered in cacti
  • Kayak and stand up paddle board
  • Admire distinctive biodiversity
Starts / Ends
Santa Cruz Highlands / Bachas Beach
Activity Level
Variable
This 5-day cruise of Galapagos' Southern Islands on the Bonita yacht explores the islands of Espanola, Santa Cruz, San Cristobal and more. Kayak and paddle board along island shores, swim and snorkel among sea lions, and enjoy breathtaking views on hikes.
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