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Bartolome Island and Pinnacle Rock
$246,905
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Private Charter - Central East & Southern Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Explore lava tunnels in Santa Cruz
  • Visit Rábida's red sand beach
  • See marine iguanas at Punta Pitt
  • Encounter wildlife at Isla Lobos
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a private 8-day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise to explore the Central East & Southern Galápagos Islands. Witness giant tortoises and lava tunnels on Santa Cruz, discover Rábida's red sand beach and unique palo santo trees and encounter diverse wildlife on South Plaza and …
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Pinnacle rock in Bartolome
$155,705
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Private Charter - Central East Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

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
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience a remarkable private 5-day cruise aboard the Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise through the captivating Central East Galapagos Islands. Board the vessel at Baltra then explore Santa Cruz's highlands, witness giant tortoises in their natural habitat, and venture into underground lava tunnels. …
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Flamingo Lagoon
$155,705
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Relax and swim at Bachas Beach
  • Spot flightless cormorants at Tagus
  • Visit Darwin's Lake and snorkel
  • Witness flightless cormorants
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 5-day private cruise aboard the Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Galapagos. Begin with a flight to Baltra Island then proceed to your first stop at Bachas Beach, featuring crystalline waters and wildlife like frigate birds, blue-footed boobies, and sea lions. Tagus Cove and Urbina Bay …
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Frigate chick found while touring the Galapagos
$117,705
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Private Charter - Northern Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

4 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Spot giant tortoises in Highlands
  • Visit Cerro Dragón and see iguanas
  • Explore Genovesa Island's paradise
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail on a 4-day private cruise to the North & Central Galapagos Islands aboard the Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Start in Baltra, transfer to meet your guide, and explore Santa Cruz's highlands, encountering Galápagos giant tortoises and lava tunnels. On day two, visit Cerro …
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Infinity
$105,450
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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Infinity

5 Day Itinerary aboard Infinity
  • Enjoy Post Office Bay's beaches
  • Visit Devil’s Crown
  • Observe unique wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / San Cristobal Interpretation Center
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience the wonder of the Galapagos islands while touring this stunning archipelago on this private 5-day cruise! Dip into history, swim with playful sea lions and take stunning photos of the magical landscapes. This small ship cruise features white sandy beaches and abundant wildlife which …
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Cruise the Galapagos on the Galaxy II ship
$65,360
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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
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 6-day Eastern Islands private charter cruise explores the islands of Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and more! Board the EcoGalaxy to experience a wonderful way to observe the unique wildlife and landscapes of the Galapagos.
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Ocean Spray
$93,290
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Private Charter - Luxurious Southern Galapagos Cruise Aboard Ocean Spray

6 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray
  • Visit the Waved Albatross colony
  • Snorkel with sharks at Kicker Rock
  • Leave a letter at Post Office Bay
  • Hike the cliffs at Pitt Point
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the Ocean Spray, a 16-passenger luxury catamaran, on this 6-day private cruise aboard one of the best yachts in Galapagos. See giant Galapagos tortoises, playful sea lion colonies, marine iguanas, and blue-footed boobies. Visit Black Turtle Cove to view blacktip and whitetip reef sharks, …
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Alya
$57,760
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Private Charter - Northern Islands Aboard Alya

5 Day Itinerary aboard Alya
  • Swim and snorkel at Darwin Bay
  • Discover Genovesa Island's birdlife
  • Hike to Dragon Hill
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Charles Darwin Center
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Snorkel through Darwin's Bay, where diverse marine life can be found. Visit Genovesa Island, well known as “The Bird Island”, for close interaction with numerous bird species such as Nazca, blue-, and red-footed boobies. Explore Black Turtle Cove's amazing mangrove lagoon on the …
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Land Iguana in the Galapagos
$5,595
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Wildlife Discovery

San Cristobal - Baltra - 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:
Relaxed
Set sail on a vibrant 5-day Wildlife Discovery 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. Barrington Bay …
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A kayaking trip to see the local bird life of the Galapagos.
$8,950
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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
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Close encounters with wildlife make your journey a truly memorable one on this 8-day adventure. This is an excellent excursion for gaining a true understanding of the history of the Galapagos and the rare and incredible creatures that make their homes here. Indulge in the wide variety of flora and …
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South Plaza Island
$5,922
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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
Activities:
Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience more than just the highlights of the Galapagos' eastern islands with this 8-day adventure. Teeming with wildlife, volcanic wonders, and breathtaking landscapes, the eastern islands are an excellent place to spend a vacation! Snorkel, kayak, and become acquainted with the …
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See Blue-footed Boobies on your trip to the Galapagos
$7,424
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Finch Bay EcoHotel

10 Day Itinerary
  • View Giant Tortoises
  • Snorkel along shallow reefs
  • Hike to view sea lions & lizards
  • Choose from a menu of activities
Activities:
Kayaking, Land, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Located on the Galapagos' Santa Cruz island, the Finch Bay Eco-Hotel is a great place to explore the wonders of the Galapagos. This tour allows you to set the pace of your adventure. Spend your days exploring the natural beauty and wildlife of the islands, and spend your evenings relaxing in …
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Devil's Crown Galapagos
$5,922
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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, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience more than just the highlights of the Galapagos' eastern islands with this 8-day adventure. Teeming with wildlife, volcanic wonders, and breathtaking landscapes, the eastern islands are an excellent place to spend a vacation! Snorkel, kayak, and become acquainted with the …
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Soak in the jacuzzi on the sun deck
$291,000
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Private Charter - In the Steps of Darwin Aboard Evolution

8 Day Itinerary aboard Evolution
  • Discover Daphne Major´s birdlife
  • Snorkel on Isabela Island
  • Meet Urbina Bay's unique wildlife
  • Walk the white beach of Las Bachas
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / San Cristobal Interpretation Center
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover all of the Galapagos wildlife that made the Islands famous and inspired Charles Darwin's theory of evolution. Indulge in the wide variety of flora and fauna as well as spectacular scenery on these islands. Get ready to see an abundance of unique wildlife including flamingos, frigate …
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Land Iguana
$246,905
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Private Charter - Northwestern Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Encounter pink flamingos
  • Discover Chinese Hat
  • Explore Genovesa Island
  • Visit Bachas beach
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail on a private 8-day, exciting trip to the Northwestern Galapagos Islands aboard the Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Explore Santa Cruz's highlands, see Galápagos giant tortoises in their natural habitat, and delve into underground lava tunnels. Visit Cerro Dragón to witness …
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Galapagos penguin on a rock
$222,205
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Private Charter - Southern & Northern Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

7 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Enjoy exploring Española Island
  • Discover Floreana's beaches
  • Interact with the playful sea lion
  • Explore Genovesa Island
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 7-day cruise with Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise through the Eastern & Central Islands of the Galápagos. Begin at San Cristóbal Island, exploring Tijeretas and the Galápagos' history at the Interpretation Center. Gardner Bay offers white sandy beaches, Punta …
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Sun Deck
$123,790
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Private Charter - Islands Circumnavigation - West Aboard Ocean Spray

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray
  • View a sea lion colony
  • Explore underground lava tubes
  • Snorkel with fish and sea lions
  • Visit the blowhole on Espanola
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activities:
Hiking, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the Ocean Spray for a western Galapagos circumnavigation private charter cruise. This 8-day voyage visits the islands of Isabela, South Plaza, Espanola, and San Cristobal. Explore striking volcanic landscapes and observe the islands' famously unique wildlife species, such as blue-footed …
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Tip Top II
$89,506
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Tip Top II

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
Activities:
Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Teeming with wildlife, volcanic wonders, and breathtaking landscapes, the eastern islands are an excellent place to spend a vacation! Snorkel, kayak, and become acquainted with the archipelago's endemic wildlife species including spotting sea lions, flamingos, sharks, frigate birds and a …
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