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A colorful marine iguana
$18,900
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Galapagos Grace Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Grace
  • View Kicker Rock
  • Snorkel with sea lions
  • Leave a card in Post Office Bay
  • Walk up the beach of Darwin Bay
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day circumnavigation through the hidden wonders of the Galapagos. Indulge your senses and bask in the beauty that surrounds you while on vacation in this incredible place. Wander across island trails, explore peaceful lagoons full of unique birdlife, and swim and snorkel in …
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Sea kayaking expedition in the Galapagos
$10,180
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Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Seaman Journey
  • See diverse wildlife and birds
  • Snorkel with sea lions
  • Hike along lava flow Pahohoe
  • Relax on volcanic black sand beach
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience an Islands Circumnavigation on your Galapagos tour aboard the Seaman Journey. This 15-day adventure cruise highlights the best of the Galapagos archipelago and treats travelers to snorkeling with sea lions, exploring reef systems, and viewing the famous Galapagos tortoises.
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Kayaks await in Alaska
$10,479
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Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV
  • Snorkel & swim in North Seymour
  • Observe marine turtle on Espumilla
  • Hike to the Pitt Point
  • Visit Sullivan Bay volcanic land
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Take a cruise on this 15-day voyage that covers all the magnificent wonders the Galapagos has to offer. There will be a plethora of opportunities to snorkel, swim, and wander through the islands of this archipelago. Also enjoy several opportunities to encounter the incredible wildlife including …
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Aida Maria
$97,461
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Private Charter - Island Circumnavigation Aboard Aida Maria

15 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria
  • Visit a flamingo lagoon
  • Snorkel with white-tipped sharks
  • Explore the red beaches of Rabida
  • Watch sea lions relax on the shore
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Take an epic private cruise around the Galapagos on the highly-rated yet affordable Aida Maria yacht. This trip includes stops to some of the most exciting places in the Galapagos like Rabida, Isabela, Fernandina and Santa Fe. Get a close up look at sea lions, rays, tortoises, blue footed boobies, …
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Aida Maria
$51,979
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Aida Maria

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria
  • Explore the beaches of Las Bachas
  • Visit Black Turtle Cove
  • Snorkel by Cerro Dragon
  • Navigate around Kicker Rock
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Visit some of the most popular destinations such as Bartolome, Genovesa and Floreana. Experience a wonderful time snorkeling, hiking, viewing wildlife, and exploring volcanoes. Your bilingual guides help you learn about the history, culture, plants, and animals of the Galapagos. Enjoy the wonders …
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The Aida Maria
$51,979
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Aida Maria

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria
  • Witness giant tortoises
  • Follow a path to a forest of cacti
  • Hike to the Sierra Negra Volcano
  • Explore coastal lagoons
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 8-day Western Islands Galapagos charter explores the wildlife-rich shores of Santa Fe, Isabela, Rabida and more! Join this unique small ship adventure! Learn about the flora and fauna from your guides. Watch sea lions play on the shore, snorkel, and visit the Wall of Tears on your tour aboard …
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Pinnacle rock in Bartolome
$3,500
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Central & Southern Islands

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion
  • Uncover the volcanic origins
  • Explore South Plaza Island
  • Encounter unique land iguanas
  • Step into Post Office Bay's history
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Charles Darwin Center
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day Central & Southern Islands cruise aboard Galaxy Orion. Explore Bachas, a crucial sea turtle nesting ground, and stand atop Bartolome Island for stunning views and encounters with penguins. Dive into Sullivan Bay's volcanic history and snorkel amidst diverse marine life. …
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Blue-footed booby mating dance
$47,513
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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Anahi

4 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi
  • Explore the Interpretation Center
  • Observe Frigate birds
  • Discover Punta Suárez's wildlife
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Enjoy the highlights of San Cristobal, Espanola, Floreana, and Santa Cruz on this incredible 4-day private Southern Galapagos Islands cruise. Explore the Interpretation Center and 'La Colina de las Fragatas.' Visit Punta Suarez for abundant birdlife, including the waved albatross and …
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Sierra Negra volcano
$7,500
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Islands Circumnavigation II

15 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • Ride a boat to Black Turtle Cove
  • Visit El Junco Lagoon
  • Explore the Sierra Negra
  • Observe iguanas feeding
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Take an incredible journey through the unique world of the Galapagos on this 15-day circumnavigation. Spend your days exploring the archipelago, encountering sea lions, Galapagos penguins, frigate birds, flightless cormorants, tortoises, and many more unique native species! Wildlife viewing …
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Getting up close with a crab in the Galapagos
$4,000
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Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • Visit a tortoise breeding center
  • Explore Elizabeth Bay
  • Take a hike in Bartolome
  • Snorkel in Isabela
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on this exciting 8-day 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 ocean …
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Cruising in the Galapagos - Sullivan Bay by Bartolome Island
$180,459
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Isabela II

5 Day Itinerary aboard Isabela II
  • Admire Bartolome's scenery
  • Swim across Sullivan Bay
  • Discover Dragon Hill
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 5-day private western Galapagos journey begins on Santa Cruz Island, where you explore the lush vegetation of the Highlands before venturing down to the world-famous Charles Darwin Research Station. The following day, Isabela II takes you to Dragon Hill, home of dusty- yellow land iguanas, and …
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Plenty of wildlife and birdwatching in the Galapagos Islands
$178,101
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Private Charter - Islands Circumnavigation II Aboard Anahi

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 private 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 …
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A distant view of Kicker Rock
$149,190
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Private Charter - South & Central Islands Aboard M/C Galapagos Endemic

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic
  • Walk along a white coral sand beach
  • Learn the history of Floreana
  • Lounge alongside sleeping sea lions
  • Dive & Snorkel around Kicker Rock
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover the Galapagos' unique marine life on this spectacular eight-day private trip. Your adventure begins on Baltra Island, where you board M/C Endemic, and stops on Dragon Hill, where you'll hunt for birds like flycatchers, warblers, flamingos, and pintail ducks in the salty lagoons. …
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A male frigatebird rests in the trees of the Galapagos
$89,000
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Private Charter - Wildlife Discovery Aboard Tribute

5 Day Itinerary aboard Tribute
  • Observe blue-footed boobies
  • Explore Black Turtle Cove
  • Get surprised by curious sea lions
  • Visit Darwin Research Station
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on a vibrant 5-day Wildlife Discovery private cruise aboard Tribute in the Central & North Galapagos Islands. Encounter playful Galapagos sea lions at Lobos Islet, observing breeding season antics. Santa Fe Island delights with curious sea lions and approachable Galapagos hawks. …
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Sea lions
$4,300
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Eastern Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy
  • Swim and snorkel in Bartolome
  • Spot flamingos in a lagoon
  • Hike around Post Office Bay
  • Observe sharks in Gardner Bay
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 6-day Eastern Islands cruise aboard the EcoGalaxy, explores the islands of Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and more! A wonderful way to observe the unique wildlife and landscapes of the Galapagos!
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Flamingo wading in the water
$43,928
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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Galaxy

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy
  • Marvel at Kicker Rock
  • Stroll along Cerro Brujo's sands
  • Explore Punta Pitt's birdlife
  • Send postcards from Post Office Bay
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal Airport / Charles Darwin Center
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 5-day private cruise aboard Galaxy in the Southern Galapagos Islands! Experience a breathtaking panga ride around Kicker Rock, a 500-foot volcanic formation. Walk on Cerro Brujo's white sands, encounter sea lions, and snorkel in turquoise waters. Explore Punta Pitt for a unique …
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Stunning sunsets aboard the Galapagos Sea Star
$85,673
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Private Charter - Western Galapagos Journey

6 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Sea Star
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Center
  • Explore the Tintoreras by zodiac
  • See the Galapagos Penguins
  • Learn about island geology
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Isla Lobos
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 6-day private tour of the Galapagos' wild western islands. The Galapagos Sea Star transports you from one island to the next, featuring the most sought-after destinations in the region. Highlights include beautiful Santa Cruz, wildlife-rich Isabela, cliff-laden Fernandina, and …
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Sea lion coming in from a swim
$5,706
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Western Galapagos Journey

6 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Sea Star
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Center
  • Explore the Tintoreras by zodiac
  • See the Galapagos Penguins
  • Learn about island geology
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 6-day tour of the Galapagos' wild west! The Sea Star Journey transports you from one island to the next, featuring the most sought-after destinations in the region. Highlights include beautiful Santa Cruz, wildlife-rich Isabela, cliff-laden Fernandina, and volcanic Santiago. Admire …
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