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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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Witness the beautiful and colorful flamingos.
$5,706
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Southern Galapagos Journey

6 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Sea Star
  • Walk on the shore of North Seymour
  • Learn about tortoises
  • Observe shore birds
  • Snorkel and swim around a reef
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This Galapagos cruise highlights the best of the southern islands with 6 days of exploration and adventure! Visit the stunning islands of Española, Floreana, Santa Fe, North Seymour, and more! Kayak and snorkel in crystalline waters, traverse picturesque volcanic landscapes and observe …
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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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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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Unique landscape and cactus found on the Galapagos Islands
$4,554
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Northern Galapagos Journey

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Sea Star
  • Visit Black Turtle Cove
  • Witness a nesting site for boobies
  • Explore white coral sand beaches
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience the highlights of the Galapagos' northern islands on this 5-day adventure! Travel from beautiful Santa Cruz, to wildlife-rich Genovesa, to exclusive Black Turtle Cove, exploring many destinations in between. Snorkel, kayak, and become acquainted with the archipelago's endemic …
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Sea Lions on Santa Fe
$3,400
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Northeast Galapagos Catamaran Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy
  • Swim along coral beaches
  • Observe a variety of sea birds
  • Hike the shores of North Seymour
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 5-day Northeast Islands cruise on the ship, the EcoGalaxy, explores the islands of San Cristobal, North Seymour, Genovesa, and more! Snorkel with colorful fish, swim among sea lions and hike along beautiful trails to observe many endemic species of birds. A fantastic way to observe the unique …
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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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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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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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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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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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Wildlife in the Galapagos
$129,000
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Private Charter - Darwin's Odyssey Aboard Tribute

7 Day Itinerary aboard Tribute
  • Explore Santa Cruz
  • Visit Punta Moreno
  • Hike Sierra Negra's volcanic rim
  • See flightless cormorants
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Uncover the wonders of the 7-day Darwin's Odyssey private cruise aboard Tribute through the Central and West Galapagos Islands. Witness Santa Cruz's giant tortoises ambling through El Chato Tortoise Reserve before sailing to Isabela, a million-year-old marvel. Sail to Isabela, a …
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Sea lions on beach in Rabida
$141,690
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Private Charter - West & Central Islands + Genovesa Aboard M/C Galapagos Endemic

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic
  • Hike along cactus groves at Rabida
  • Visit Arnaldo T. Breeding Center
  • Walk over recent lava flows
  • Kayay & Snorkel around Genovesa
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Relax in luxury on a weeklong private cruise across the Western Galapagos Islands onboard the M/C Endemic. Additionally, it includes a brief visit to Genovesa Island, located in the northeastern region, an excellent stop for bird enthusiasts. Your journey begins at Baltra, where you may swim or …
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