Top Charles Darwin Center Tours & Cruises in 2025

from $10,250

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Beaches and Bays

Southern & Central Route - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve

• Enjoy kid-friendly adventures
• Leave a card in Post Office Bay
• Encounter Galapagos giant tortoises
• Enjoy pristine beaches and swimming

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Spend 8 days cruising the Southern Islands of the Galapagos and visiting a variety of islands such as San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz. Explore the unique and endemic flora and fauna of each island and enjoy family adventure activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, and hiking.

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from $4,256

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Western Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Isabela II

• Admire Bartolome's scenery
• Swim across Sullivan Bay
• Discover Dragon Hill

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

This 5-day journey begins on Santa Cruz Island, where we explore the lush vegetation of the Highlands before venturing down to the world-famous Charles Darwin Research Station. Cruise between highlights of the Western Islands, including Bartolome, Santiago, and Isabela.

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from $6,190

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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic

• Swim & Kayak at San Cristobal
• Discover Kicker Rock
• Visit the Fausto L. Breeding Center

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Sail through the Southern Galapagos Islands, exploring their biodiverse and magical landscapes. Starting in Baltra making your way through Española, San Cristobal, Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, South Plaza and back to Balta.

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from $6,190

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Northern Islands Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite

• Visit Charles Darwin R. Station
• Snorkel across Darwin Bay
• Discover the beautiful Kicker Rock

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Baltra / San Cristobal

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Variable

Board the Elite for a 5-Day sailing expedition across one of the most unique archipelagos on the planet, the Galapagos Islands. Experience the beauty and natural charm of these volcanic islands while visiting Santa Cruz, Genovesa, Rabida and San Cristobal.

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from $2,900

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Western Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II

• Ride a zodiac in Tagus Cove
• Explore the cliffs of Isabela
• Climb Prince Phillip's Steps
• Take a trail to a flamingo lagoon

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Baltra / Baltra

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Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing

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Get close to giant tortoises on a tour of the Western Islands Discover the history behind Buccaneer Cove and take a stroll along a coral reef on this 5-day cruise aboard the Nemo II.

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from $2,670

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Central Islands II

5 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata

• Relax on Tortuga Bay
• Visit history places
• Hike to Dragon Hill

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Discover the stunning landscape of Galapagos aboard Fragata yacht in 5 days, where you enjoy in a panga ride on Black Turtle, snorkeling at red beach on Rabida, learns about history in wall of tears and observe a unique wildlife in Santa Cruz.

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from $71,440

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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard EcoGalaxy

6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy

• Swim and snorkel in Bartolome
• Spot flamingos
• Hike around Post Office Bay
• Observe sharks in Gardner Bay

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

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Variable

The Eastern Islands of the Galapagos are a great place to experience flamingos, whimbrels, tortoises and more. Board the EcoGalaxy for an incredible 6-day private tour of these islands.

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from $92,390

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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard M/C Galapagos Endemic

5 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic

• Enjoy Kicker Rock's wildlife
• Visit the Fausto L. Breeding Center
• Swim & Kayak at San Cristobal

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

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Hiking

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Variable

Sail through the Southeastern Galapagos Islands on a 5-day private cruise. Embark the M/C Endemic in Baltra making your way through Santa Cruz, San Cristobal, Española, Santa Fe, and South Plaza. Overflowing with wildlife, volcanic wonders, and breathtaking landscapes, this is the perfect vacation choice.

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from $92,390

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Private Charter - Northern Islands Cruise Aboard M/C Elite

5 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite

• Snorkel across Darwin Bay
• Discover the beautiful Kicker Rock
• Visit Charles Darwin R. Station

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Baltra / San Cristobal

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Variable

Board the M/C Elite for a 5-day private Galapagos Northern Galapagos cruise. Visit Santa Cruz, Genovesa, Rabida, and San Cristobal to experience the volcanic islands' beauty and natural charm. Witness an abundance of unique wildlife, including tortoises, iguanas, several bird species, and sea lions.

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from $71,440

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard EcoGalaxy

6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy

• Learn about tortoises of Galapagos
• Hike along the base of the Volcano
• Explore Egas Port
• Ride around Tagus Cove

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

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Whale Watching

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Variable

Experience the Galapagos Islands aboard EcoGalaxy in 6 days, where you explore magical landscapes with unique wildlife like giant tortoises, flamingos, iguanas, and sharks with your private group of up to 16 guests!

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from $4,000

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Western Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita

• Discover Dragon Hill
• Visit Espumilla Beach
• See unique wildlife at Vicente Roce
• Hike across Urbina Bay

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Charles Darwin Center

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Variable

Embark on a Galapagos cruise aboard the Bonita. This 7-day tour of the western islands takes you to white beaches, secluded lagoons, and pristine snorkeling locations for an unforgettable week-long tour of the Galapagos.

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from $7,344

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Diving Cruise (Visiting Galapagos)

8 Day Itinerary aboard Calipso

• Explore Lobos Island
• Discover Manchena's natural beauty
• Admire Wolf's underwater widllife
• Dive at Darwin's Arch

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / San Cristobal

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Scuba Diving

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Variable

Discover the North Central Galapagos Islands on this 8-day voyage, balancing activity and relaxation perfectly in one of the world's premier wildlife-viewing destinations. Dive in the most stunning locations including Cousin Rock, Cape Marshall, Punta Shark Bay, and Cape Douglas.

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from $17,744

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Galapagos Islands Expedition Cruise: Iconic Wildlife & Sublime Scenery

7 Day Itinerary aboard Santa Cruz II

• Walk across Dragon Hill
• Explore Champion Islet
• Snorkel along Punta Vicente Roca
• Visit the Darwin Research Station

Starts / Ends

Quito / Baltra

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration, Urban Exploration

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Variable

Be part of this spectacular 7-day expedition to the enchanting Galapagos Islands, a isolated group of volcanic islands. Its fragile ecosystem has taken on almost mythological status as a showcase of biodiversity. Start in Baltra and visit Isabela, Fernandina, Santa Cruz, and Floreana.

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from $4,292

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East & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Explore beautiful beaches
• Visit Charles Darwin Station
• Admire Genovesa's wildlife
• Snorkel among green sea turtles

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

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Variable

This unforgettable 8-day cruise offers amazing wildlife viewing such as the Galapagos giant tortoise, marine iguanas and playful sea lions. Set sail upon the comfortable Galapagos Legend with 100 guests, a pool, and several luxury-class amenities.

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from $4,272

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North and South Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata

• Practice aquatic activities
• Hike to Pinnacle Rock
• Enjoy the sighting of wildlife
• Snorkeling & diving on Kicker Rock

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Fragarta cruise leads to you around Galapagos Islands in 8 days, visit the last home of lonesome George in Santa Cruz, discover different landscape and volcanic land and enjoy the sighting of animals typical of the islands.

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from $9,400

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In the Steps of Darwin

8 Day Itinerary aboard Evolution

• Discover Daphne Major´s birdlife
• Snorkel on Isabela Island
• Meet Urbina´s Bay unique wildlife
• Walk the white beach of Las Bachas

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Interpretation Center

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Variable

Discover all of the Galapagos wildlife that made the Islands famous and inspired Charles Darwin´s theory of evolution. Snorkel, swim, or kayak on the pristine crystal waters and experience amazing animal encounters, including playful sea lions, frigate birds, iguanas, blue footed boobies, penguins, and giant tortoises.

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from $6,388

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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top II

• Discover Bachas Beach
• Admire Galapagos wildlife
• Walk through a cactus forest
• Visit the Interpretation Center

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Black Turtle Cove

Activity Level

Variable

Travel to Baltra, Genovesa, Santa Fe, San Cristobal, Floreana and more on this 8-day tour of the. Board the Tip Top II for a vacation full of unique wildlife, snorkeling, and sightseeing!

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from $6,388

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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top V

• Discover Bachas Beach
• Admire Galapagos wildlife
• Walk through a cactus forest
• Visit the Interpretation Center

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Black Turtle Cove

Activities

Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Travel to Baltra, Genovesa, Santa Fe, San Cristobal, Floreana and more on this 8-day tour of the Galapagos Islands. Board the Tip Top V for a vacation full of unique wildlife, snorkeling, and sightseeing!

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