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(Santiago)
$7,500
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Islands Circumnavigation I

15 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • Take a boat ride in Dragon Hill
  • Visit the blowhole
  • Hike on Bartolome Island
  • Learn about Galapagos tortoises
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Enjoy an extensive adventure into the unique world of the Galapagos on this incredible journey. This 15-day voyage offers the traveler an opportunity to really become immersed in the unique splendor of these islands. Wildlife viewing opportunities will abound as you traverse the islands, snorkel in …
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Sea lion on a pristine beach
$141,690
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Private Charter - Central Islands Cruise Aboard M/C Elite

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite
  • Relax at Gardner Bay
  • Observe blue-footed boobies
  • Visit D. Rodriguez Breeding Center
  • Take a panga ride to Champion Islet
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal Airport / Isla Lobos
Activities:
Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Enjoy the highlights of the Galapagos Central islands on this incredible 8-day private cruise aboard M/C Elite. The Charles Darwin Research Station offers visitors the chance to learn about the conservation of the Galapagos tortoises. Discover El Barranco, also known as Prince Philip’s Steps, …
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Coral I
$91,559
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Private Charter - Galapagos Eastern Islands Aboard Corals

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit Mosquera Islet's sea lions
  • Walk in South Plaza's cactus forest
  • Swim and snorkel at Devil's Crown
  • Hike across Española Island
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Trek through lava flows, dive into new worlds and get to know unique wildlife and nature. Overall, this 8-day Galapagos Eastern and Southern Islands private cruise is the perfect place to relax and enjoy your vacation with your private group of 36 guests. Circumnavigate Kicker Rock's …
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Beluga ship in the Galapagos
$82,000
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Beluga

8 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga
  • Spot incredible wildlife
  • Explore volcanic landscapes
  • See unique species of birds
  • Explore with your private group
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Highlights of the west include beautiful Santa Cruz, wildlife-rich Isabela, cliff-laden Fernandina, and the amazing black beaches of Santiago. Get ready to see an abundance of unique wildlife including flamingos, frigate birds, iguanas, and enjoy some friendly interaction with the islands playful …
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Cruise the Galapagos on the Tip Top IV Ship
$85,932
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Tip Top IV

8 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV
  • Visit Charles Darwin Center
  • Sail around Kicker Rock
  • Explores Rabida its landscapes
  • Sunbathe in Las Bachas Beach
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Teeming with wildlife, volcanic wonders, and breathtaking landscapes, the eastern islands are an excellent place to spend a vacation! Snorkel, kayak, and trek your way through the islands, spotting sea lions, flamingos, sharks, frigate birds and a spectrum of species unique to the Galapagos.Tour …
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Seaman Journey
$81,500
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Private Charter - Eastern Galapagos Catamaran Cruise Aboard Seaman Journey

8 Day Itinerary aboard Seaman Journey
  • Learn about local conservation
  • Mail a letter from Post Office Bay
  • Relax on white coral beaches
  • Snorkel alongside marinlife
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Cruise from island to island on this 8-day Galapagos private adventure. Visit several islands throughout the archipelago and experience the wildlife and landscape unique to each one. Visit the Jacinto Gordillo Breeding Center where you will see and learn about the efforts being made to protect …
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Cachalote Explorer
$73,000
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Cachalote Explorer

8 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • Visit a tortoise breeding center
  • Explore Elizabeth Bay
  • Take a hike in Bartolome
  • Snorkel in Isabela
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on this exciting 8-day private tour of the Galapagos' wild west! Highlights of the west include beautiful Santa Cruz, wildlife-rich Isabela, cliff-laden Fernandina, and the amazing black beaches of Santiago. These islands are rich with an abundance of wildlife both in and out of the …
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Aida Maria
$33,986
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Private Charter - Northern Islands Aboard Aida Maria

5 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria
  • Take a tour around Darwin Bay
  • Snorkel off the beach of Las Bachas
  • View Daphne Island, a volcanic cone
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join the Aida Maria on this 5-day private voyage through the northern islands of the Galapagos. Visit some of the best wildlife-viewing spots in the archipelago as well as beautiful locations to enjoy all the sights, sounds, and fun this unique places has to offer. The Galapagos Islands are totally …
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Sea lions resting on the beach.
$5,795
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Western Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Solaris
  • Enjoy Fernandina's landscapes
  • Explore Espinosa Point
  • Visit Giant Tortoises at El Chato
  • Discover Post Office Bay
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on Solaris to see the Galapagos' most stunning western islands. This seven-day journey begins on Baltra Island, with your first stop at Bachas Beach. From Santa Cruz, make your way to Isabela, where you may view white-tipped reef sharks, lava herons, Galapagos penguins, and sea lions on …
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Gardner Bay, Espanola
$4,800
Savings
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Central East & Southern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Explore Santa Cruz
  • Hike to Bartolomé's summit
  • Observe Santa Fe's flora and fauna
  • Enjoy Punta Pitt's wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join an exciting 8-day cruise that showcases all the wilderness and unique landscapes of the Galapagos Islands aboard the M/Y Monserrat. This voyage takes you along the coast and up into the highlands to admire the diversity and amazing scenery of the archipelago of Galapagos. Enjoy your excursion …
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Snorkeling with friends
$3,845
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Galapagos Group Land Adventure

Galapagos Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Sea kayak and snorkel with wildlife
  • Learn about Galapagos conservation
  • Cycle Isabela's Wall of Tears
  • Snorkel among unique wildlife
  • Trek active Sierra Negra volcano
  • View giant Galapagos tortoises
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Moderate
Join like-minded travelers on an 8-day small group multi-sport vacation to explore the Galapagos Islands by hiking, kayaking, biking, and snorkeling. What else can you fit into your action-packed Galapagos itinerary? Sea lions, marine iguanas, dolphins, turtles, and an abundance of birdlife swoop …
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Galapagos sunset
$77,495
EBD 10%
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Private Charter - Eastern & Central Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Explore Galapagos' diverse wildlife
  • Marvel Tijeretas Hill landscapes
  • See Gardner Bay's serene beauty
  • Witness Punta Cormorant's wildlife
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal / Baltra
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 7-day cruise aboard the M/Y Monserrat as you explore the mesmerizing Galapagos Islands. On this 7-day cruise, discover an incredible variety of natural species and magnificent scenery. Visit the largest colony of amazing frigate birds on the islands, explore a spectacular underwater …
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Galapagos penguin on a rock
$7,642
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Galapagos Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Hike through a volcanic landscape
  • Visit a sea turtle nesting site
  • Explore Rabida's red sand beaches
  • Observe the Galapagos tortoise
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Enjoy an extensive adventure into the unique world of the Galapagos on this incredible journey. This 15-day voyage offers the traveler an opportunity to become immersed in the unique splendor these islands. This is an ideal tour for gaining a true understanding of the history of these islands and …
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Origin & Theory Galapagos Yachts
$199,000
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Private Charter - 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
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Airport
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Take an private 8-day Galapagos cruise for the entire group of up to 20 guests aboard the M/V Origin and experience encounters with the incredible wildlife of Darwin's islands. Spend your days hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, and touring the Southern Islands and visit locations such as Frigatebird …
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Origin & Theory Galapagos Yachts
$199,000
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Private Charter - Volcanic Wonders

Northern & Western Route - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve
  • Cruise around Kicker Rock
  • Hike up Prince Philip's Steps
  • Observe Galapagos flora and fauna
  • Snorkel or stand up paddle board
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Airport
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Enjoy this private group 8-day charter cruise, which takes you through the western islands of the Galapagos on the M/V Origin & Theory yachts. Highlights of the west include beautiful Santa Cruz, wildlife-rich Isabela, the cliffs of Fernandina, and the amazing black beaches of Santiago. The …
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Pinnacle rock in Bartolome
$78,000
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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Nemo III

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo III
  • Meet the wildlife of North Seymour
  • Rest on Suarez Point's cliffs
  • Walk on Cormorant Point's beach
  • Meet Galapagos giant tortoises
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
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 …
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Pinnacle rock in Bartolome
$4,900
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Southern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo III
  • Meet the wildlife of North Seymour
  • Rest on Suarez Point's cliffs
  • Walk on Cormorant Point's beach
  • Meet Galapagos giant tortoises
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore the Galapagos archipelago aboard the catamaran Nemo III on this 8-day cruise to the southern and eastern islands. Enjoy the convenience of small ship cruising while experiencing the first class amenities on board.
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Galapagos Tortoise
$11,613
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Islands Circumnavigation II

Roundtrip Baltra - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi
  • Explore Isabela's lava tunnels
  • Ascend Sierra Negra
  • Discover unique wetland birds
  • Swim around Pinnacle Rock
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Galápagos circumnavigation II cruise roundtrip Baltra aboard the Anahí. Begin your journey with a stroll through lush highlands, spotting giant tortoises. Explore Isabela, encountering sea lions, turtles, and marine iguanas. Ascend Sierra Negra Volcano and explore …
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There were two best aspects to our trip: 1. The Adventure Life folks and the folks in Athens and Crete who supported our itinerary, guided us, and ran the cooking program were all superb. 2. Everything they all planned for us went without a hitch. When we needed a bit of help, they came through with really good answers. We became aware of AL from a friend who had an excellent experience in a different location. So did we. We can recommend AL without reservation.
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