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Sally light-foot crab crawling on the beach
$3,925
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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Solaris
  • Snorkel across Gardner Bay
  • Visit Punta Cormorant
  • Observe Galapagos penguins
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal Interpretation Center / Baltra
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Spend five incredible days aboard the Solaris exploring the Galapagos Southern Islands. Before sailing to Espanola, visit the Colorado Hill Tortoise Protection and Growing Center. Swim, snorkel, and observe sharks in Gardner Bay's crystal clear waters. Climb Suarez Point's cliffs for a view …
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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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lounging in the harbor - Santa Cruz
$3,145
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Southern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Majestic
  • Visit historic Floreana Island
  • Admire unique Galapagos wildlife
  • Kayak along Gardener Bay
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Flamingos, giant tortoises, Galapagos hawks, blue-footed boobies, dragon-like iguanas, and sea lions all play into your Galapagos Islands adventure on this unforgettable 4-day cruise. Explore the southern islands of this unique archipelago on the perfect journey for those who wish to discover the …
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Sierra Negra, Isabela Island, Galapagos
$10,952
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Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top II
  • Swim and snorkel at Sullivan Bay
  • Observe Darwin Bay's wildlife
  • Navigate around Buccaneer Cove
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Station
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Black Turtle Cove
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Take a 15-day cruise that covers all the magnificent wonders the Galapagos has to offer. Spend your days exploring the archipelago, swimming with friendly sea lions, and encountering Galapagos penguins, frigatebirds, flightless cormorants, giant tortoises, and many more unique native species! Get …
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Sea lion coming in from a swim
$3,248
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Western Islands

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 cruise 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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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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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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Ray swimming in the Galapagos
$130,610
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Private Charter - Southwestern Islands Aboard Anahi

11 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi
  • Visit the Interpretation Center
  • Experience the letter exchange
  • Explore Punta Espinoza
  • Snorkel in Tagus Cove
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on an 11-day private cruise through the Southwestern Galápagos Islands aboard Anahi, exploring diverse landscapes and unique wildlife. From Frigate bird-nesting hills to sea lion colonies at Bahía Gardner, discover Punta Cormorant's flamingo haven and snorkel at …
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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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Pinnacle rock on Bartolome
$5,922
Savings
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Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top II
  • Visit Mosquera Islet
  • Observe birds on El Barroco
  • Explore Rabida Island
  • Swim & Snorkel at Chinese Hat
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This Galapagos cruise takes you beyond the highlights of the western islands with 8 days of exploration and adventure! This cruise features some of the most sought-after destinations in this region. Enjoy the company of friendly sea lions while snorkeling and make friends with the gentle giant …
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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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Snorkel the crystal, warm waters of the Galapagos archipelago
$2,600
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North Central Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo III
  • Swim with sea lions at Darwin Bay
  • See Bachas Beach's floating pier
  • Snorkel and kayak at Sullivan Bay
  • Take a trail to a flamingo lagoon
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover the North Central Galapagos Islands on this 4-day expedition, balancing adventure and relaxation perfectly. Delight yourself with one of the world's premier wildlife-viewing destinations aboard Nemo III. Explore Rabida Island, one of the most colorful and volcanically varied islands in …
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Isabela
$242,921
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Private Charter - Southeastern Islands Aboard Isabela II

7 Day Itinerary aboard Isabela II
  • Ride a panga around Gardner Bay
  • Relax on a white-sand beach
  • View giant tortoises
  • Explore Fernandina
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Journey through the Galapagos’ Southeastern Islands, teeming with magnificent islands and endemic wildlife. Meet colossal giant tortoises at Cerro Colorado, a bevy of different booby species at Punta Pitt, and a range of magnificent views and wildlife on Española Island, from …
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La Pinta
$278,988
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Private Charter - Northern Islands Aboard La Pinta

5 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta
  • Observe giant tortoises
  • Snorkel with sea lions
  • Hike to a red-footed booby colony
  • Visit Pinnacle Rock
Activities:
Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore some of the most beautiful islands in the Galapagos on this fascinating 5-day private journey. Your cruise begins in Santa Cruz Island to meet the Galapagos giant tortoises in the wild, and then venture to the shores of Eden Islet. From there, hop over to the lovely crescent bay of Chinese …
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Isabela II
$180,459
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Private Charter - Northern Islands Aboard Isabela II

5 Day Itinerary aboard Isabela II
  • Ride a zodiac in Tagus Cove
  • Climb Prince Phillip's Steps
  • Explore the cliffs of Isabela
Starts / Ends:
Santa Cruz / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover the beautiful coast of Santiago Island, home to sleepy fur seals, and where there’s a chance to snorkel alongside marine iguanas before an afternoon visit to the sandy beach of Sombrero Chino. Overnight, sail up to “Bird Island,” Genovesa, where you spend the entire day …
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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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Be sure to sign up for all the tours, otherwise you will be sitting on the boat since not all stops are moored at a dock. Some are anchored.
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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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We have used AL for decades now to plan trips. Kassandra has been with us from the start and has never disappointed. She knows our family and our quirks and is always willing to fit the trip to us. This time we made her work for the booking because of family member schedules. It has all come together for a great Christmas gift for many families.
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