Santa Cruz Island

Baltra - Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, travelers proceed to the Itabaca Channel to board a ferry to Santa Cruz Island. A 30-minute bus journey leads to the intriguing, more humid Highlands of the island, where the unique ecosystems and biodiversity are explored. Lunch is provided at a local restaurant.

Highland View Galapagos - Post-lunch, a drive takes visitors to a nearby reserve, renowned as one of the premier locations in the archipelago to observe giant tortoises in their natural environment. These tortoises are easily visible, leisurely moving around, feeding on grass and leaves, and relaxing in small pools. The reserve also features several lava tunnels to explore. A brief bus ride transports guests to Puerto Ayora to board Yacht Isabela II.

Santiago Island & Chinese Hat Islet

Galapagos Islands - Chinese Hat Islet:

This recently formed islet offers a delightful afternoon visit, with a 1,312 ft (400 m) trail starting at a crescent-shaped, white sandy beach. The cove provides excellent opportunities for swimming and snorkeling among white-tipped reef sharks and Galapagos penguins.

Genovesa Island

Prince Phillip’s Steps - The day begins with a panga ride along the cliffs of “Bird Island,” as Genovesa is affectionately known, followed by a landing at a steep staircase leading to a flat plateau. The trail meanders through large colonies of Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, great frigatebirds, and storm petrels. With some luck, the short-eared owl may be spotted. Those preferring not to disembark can enjoy an extended panga (inflatable dinghy) ride along the cliffs, weather permitting. Snorkeling and kayaking activities are also available.

Darwin Bay - After lunch, visitors land on the stunning white beach of Darwin Bay. Here, they walk among hundreds of birds, including frigatebirds, red-footed and Nazca boobies, as well as gulls, herons, finches, and mockingbirds.

Santa Fe & South Plaza Islands

Santa Fe Island - A dinghy ride takes visitors to this picturesque sandy-white beach, home to colonies of sea lions. Galapagos hawks are often seen perched on salt bushes. The Santa Fe land iguana may also be spotted during exploration. After the walk, snorkeling and swimming along a natural wave barrier or a ride on the glass-bottom boat are available.

South Plaza Island - After lunch and a rest, visitors disembark (dry landing) in this channel, where turquoise waters contrast beautifully with the white sand and black lava of the shoreline. Beyond, a carpet of scarlet sesuvium succulents covers the ground beneath a grove of vibrant green prickly-pear cactus. Yellow-grey land iguanas wait patiently for pears to fall. Along the coastline, sea lion colonies can be found, while frigates, swallow-tailed gulls, and shearwaters glide, enjoying the thermals.

Baltra Island

Baltra - The journey concludes at Baltra Island, where travelers transfer to the airport for their flight back to the mainland.

• Fuel surcharge (A destination expert will contact you).
• Reading Room / Natural History Library.
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Stargazing Program / Sea Kayaks / Snorkeling Equipment / Glass Bottom boat / Paddle boards.
• Air-conditioned throughout / Safety boxes / Hairdryers.
• Doctor onboard 24/7.
• Bar – Lounge / Hot Tub / Boutique – Gift Shop.
• Island Sightseeing with certified Naturalist Guides.
• Radio / Telephone / E-mail / PA System / Fax communications.

• Airport transportation to/from Galapagos and airport taxes (A destination expert will contact you).
• Galapagos National Park Entrance (A destination expert will contact you).
• Ingala Transit Control Card (A destination expert will contact you).
• Gift Pack, tips and gratuities.
• Soft & Alcoholic beverages, available at an extra cost ( Over 18 years old).
• Medical insurance and travel insurance.
• Wetsuits (Available on board for rent).

We commence our exploration at Santa Cruz Island, encountering the enchanting dwellers of the Galapagos archipelago: The Giant Tortoises. Our initial stop post disembarking at Baltra airport will be to admire these majestic beings in their untouched surroundings. Our subsequent day leads us to Santiago Island, where we have a unique opportunity to snorkel with marine iguanas. Later in the day, we pay a visit to the sandy expanses of Sombrero Chino (Chinese Hat Islet). Following this, we set sail for Genovesa Island, an incredible avian paradise! We preserve the whole day for relishing the sight of bird colonies, exploring its cliffs, shoreline, and sandy stretches. As we circle back to the central islands, Santa Fe beckons us with its unique Land Iguana. The later part of the day gives us a chance to spot sea lions, rays, and sharks in the crystal-clear waters of South Plaza.

• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• Itinerary subject to change due to weather, logistical, Galápagos Park regulations or operational reasons
• Baggage important notes: Guests can bring aboard the ship a reasonable amount of clothing and personal effects without charge. Baggage is handled in accordance with the airlines’ regulations and tariffs. Baggage exceeding these limitations is subject to the charges as set forth by the individual operators. Airlines are strict with baggage limitations. The current limits are 23 kg (50.6 pounds) for checked items, 8 kg (17 pounds) for hand luggage and 1 personal item (handbag, camera bag, laptop, etc.)
• All baggage must be securely packed, and properly and clearly labeled. Liquid, fragile, perishable and other articles not suitably packed are transported at guests’ own risk.
• Restricted Baggage in the Galapagos: Local authorities manage the quarantine system of the Galápagos National Park in order to reduce the possibility of foreign species invading the archipelago. All cargo and luggage that arrives to Galapagos National Park or that is transferred from one island to another must be inspected. To preserve the human health and the native species of the Galapagos Islands, the following products may not be transferred to Galapagos: fresh vegetables and fruits, animal products and or their derivatives, dairy products. Other live animals, pathological samples, dry coffee beans, genetically modified organisms, forest species or their disseminative parts, grass and its disseminative parts, fresh flowers, medicinal plants and their disseminative parts, banana tree leaves, micro-organisms (fungi, bacteria, etc.) soil and sand, and animal vaccines
• One of our destination experts will get in touch with our guests to make sure they have all logistical information available, specially due to entry requirements to the Galapagos Islands and schedules for domestic air tickets to Galapagos.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.