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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:
Relaxed
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 lion on the beach of Espanola Island
$8,154
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Wild Galápagos Escape

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II
  • Snorkel and kayak among wildlife
  • Walk along colonies of seabirds
  • Visit Pinnacle Rock
  • See red-footed boobies and lizards
Starts / Ends:
Guayaquil / Guayaquil
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Take in the sights and sounds of Darwin's islands on this 8-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Islander II. Discover a new level of style and comfort onboard this all-suite catamaran. Swim with sea lions, snorkel with turtles, and stroll through black-sand beaches and verdant hills to …
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Pinnacle rock in Bartolome
$7,045
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Galapagos Luxury Catamaran Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard Cormorant II
  • Hike over volcanic terrain
  • View abundant wildlife
  • Snorkel alongside sea turtles &rays
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / La Galapaguera de Cerro Colorado
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Sail the central islands on this 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard the luxurious Cormorant II catamaran. View abundant wildlife, snorkel with sea lions, and learn about the unique history of this equatorial archipelago.
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Snorkel the crystal, warm waters of the Galapagos archipelago
$7,090
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North & Central Islands + Floreana

6 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic
  • Admire Red abd Blue-footed Boobies
  • Swim & snorkel across clear waters
  • Discover North Seymour Island
  • Climb Prince Philip’s Steps
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Swim with sea turtles and manta rays, explore tidal pools and lush mangroves and observe giant tortoises. Be one of the few to experience why Darwin was so inspired by these spectacular islands. Visit one of the most unusual islands in the Galápagos on the North Central Route: Genovesa with …
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Chinese Hat (Sombrero Chino) Island, Galapagos
$5,600
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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV
  • Visit Charles Darwin Center
  • Sail around Kicker Rock
  • Explores Rabida its landscapes
  • Sunbathe in Las Bachas Beach
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Tour the eastern islands of the Galapagos over 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 trek your way through the islands, spotting sea lions, flamingos, sharks, …
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Family in the Galapagos
$4,000
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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • Observe the Galapagos tortoise
  • Ride a boat to Black Turtle Cove
  • Climb up Prince Phillip's Steps
  • Snorkel around Devil's Crown
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy this 8-day cruise through the eastern islands of the Galapagos, covering some of the most beautiful islands including San Cristobal, South Plaza, Santa Cruz, and Genovesa. Overflowing with wildlife, volcanic wonders, and breathtaking landscapes, this is the perfect vacation choice. Get ready …
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Swimming sea turtle
$3,095
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Western Islands II

Baltra roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I
  • Visit Fausto Llerena Breeding Cente
  • Observe white tip sharks
  • Snorkel with sea lions
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on this exciting 5-day tour of the Galapagos' wild west! Highlights of the west include beautiful Santa Cruz, wildlife-rich Isabela, cliff-laden Fernandina, and the beautiful white sands of Bachas Beach. Enjoy the company of friendly sea lions while snorkeling or hike across volcanic …
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Enjoy a blissful snorkeling trip.
$2,137
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Central Islands I

4 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata
  • Observe giant tortoises
  • Practice ornithology in Isabela
  • Enjoy the landscape of Rabida
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Black Turtle Cove
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Venture to the islands of Isabela, Santa Cruz, Rabida and more on this exciting 4-day Galapagos small ship cruise. ​Enjoy different activities like snokeling, kayaking, swim with stingrays, hike in red beach and volcanic land, see unique animals (gigant turtles, penguins, bobbies and iguanas).
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Galapagos Legend
$243,275
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Private Charter - East & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

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
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
There is an endless list of activities to make this an unforgettable trip including snorkeling, roaming volcanic landscapes, and observing the riveting native wildlife. You are sure to be entertained by the antics of playful sea lions and get up close and personal with the incredible giant …
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Galapagos Legend
$243,275
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Private Charter - West & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Meet Nazca and red-footed boobies
  • Tour a land iguanas' nesting site
  • Explore Santa Fe's white beaches
  • Snorkel with sea lions
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the Galapagos Legend and set sail for an 8-day cruise adventure around the west and central islands of the Galapagos. Highlights of the west include beautiful Santa Cruz, wildlife-rich Isabela, cliff-laden Fernandina, precious Genovesa, and the amazing black beaches of Santiago. Be …
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Grace sailing across the Galapagos Islands
$172,200
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Private Charter - Following Darwin's Footsteps Aboard Grace

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace
  • Relax on an olivine crystal beach
  • Spot land iguanas on a hike
  • Visit Tagus Cove
  • Enjoy exploratory snorkeling
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Los Gemelos (Twin Craters)
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Immerse yourself in the wonders of the world during this 8-day private charter that takes you and your group to the enchanting Galapagos Islands, making this a truly memorable vacation. There will be many close encounters with the exotic and curious creatures that call these islands their home. …
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Corals sailing together
$56,280
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Private Charter - Galapagos Southeast & North Central Islands Aboard Corals

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit Jacinto Gordillo Center
  • Snorkel and sunbathe in Cerro Brujo
  • View impressive volcanic landscapes
  • Explore a “Turtle Sanctuary”
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Journey on an exciting private voyage through the southeastern and north-central islands of the Galapagos. Spend eight days exploring the crystalline waters, stunning landscapes, and colorful beaches of this unique archipelago. Admire the spectacular Kicker Rock from Cerro Brujo, followed by a hike …
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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:
Relaxed
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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Cachalote Explorer
$73,000
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Cachalote Explorer

8 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • Observe the Galapagos tortoise
  • Ride a boat to Black Turtle Cove
  • Climb up Prince Phillip's Steps
  • Snorkel around Devil's Crown
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Overflowing with wildlife, volcanic wonders, and breathtaking landscapes, this is the perfect vacation choice. Get ready to see an abundance of unique wildlife including flamingos, frigate birds, iguanas, and enjoy some friendly interaction with the island's playful sea lions. Fill your days …
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Sail the Galapagos on the Origin ship!
$9,750
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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
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Take an 8-day Galapagos cruise for the entire family on 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 Hill, Kicker Rock, …
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Oyster catcher shore bird
$3,610
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Western Islands

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy
  • Witness Galapagos Giant tortoises
  • Explore Isabela's Tintoreras
  • Venture into Moreno Point
  • Step ashore at Espinoza Point
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Black Turtle Cove
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 6-day Western Galapagos Islands cruise aboard Galaxy. Begin with a comfortable bus ride to the highlands to meet Galapagos Giant tortoises. Explore a lava tunnel, Isabela's Tintoreras, witness wetland biodiversity, and visit the Interpretation Center. Encounter diverse landscapes at …
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Sleepy sea lion on a log
$4,545
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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Natural Paradise
  • Explore Kicker Rock
  • Interact with Galapagos sea lions
  • Hike in the volcanic Sullivan Bay
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 5-day adventure to the Southern Islands provides a unique way to observe the vast wildlife and stunning landscapes of the Galapagos. Snorkel with sharks, turtles, and manta rays on San Cristobal Island; hike through North Seymour looking for blue-footed boobies and frigatebirds, and; meet …
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Genovesa - Darwin Bay - Red footed booby
$4,800
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Northwestern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Explore Puerto Egas
  • Visit Playa Espumilla
  • Observe Vicente Roca's diversity
  • Discover Bachas Beach
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover the beauty of the Galapagos Islands on this 8-day cruise aboard M/Y Monserrat exploring the highlights of this historic archipelago. Snorkel through Darwin's Bay, where diverse marine life can be found. Explore Black Turtle Cove's amazing mangrove lagoon on the north shore of Santa …
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