Baltra and South Plaza Islands

Baltra - Upon arrival in Baltra, there will be an immediate transfer to the nearby dock to board Yacht La Pinta. After an introductory briefing onboard, guests will participate in an emergency boat drill, be assigned to their cabins, and then invited to lunch. The yacht will set anchor and embark on the next adventure.

South Plaza Island - The turquoise waters of the channel here contrast beautifully with the white sand beach and volcanic rocks along the shoreline. A carpet of scarlet-colored sesuvium succulents lies at the base of a large cluster of luminescent-green prickly-pear cacti. Yellow-greyish land iguanas can be seen crawling around this scene. Along the coastline, guests will walk past sea lion colonies while seabirds play along the cliffs of this small yet spectacular island.

Santa Fe and San Cristobal Island

Santa Fe Island - A dinghy ride from Yacht La Pinta takes guests to this idyllic white-sand beach, home to colonies of sea lions. Galapagos hawks are often easily observed here, typically perched atop the salt bushes. The brilliantly yellow Santa Fe land iguana, unique to this island, might also be spotted during the walk. After the walk, guests can choose to swim and snorkel along a natural wave barrier.

Galapaguera de Cerro Colorado - After lunch, guests will disembark at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, the archipelago’s capital city. Following this, a 40-minute drive will take them to the island’s southern shore. At Cerro Colorado, they will visit the Breeding Center for the highly-endangered giant tortoises that roam a fantastic deciduous forest. This forest is also home to numerous bird species, including the San Cristobal mockingbird and the San Cristobal lava lizard.

San Cristobal Island

Punta Pitt - In the morning, guests will land at the eastern tip of San Cristobal Island. The trail ascending from the beach offers spectacular views of the shoreline, allowing guests to observe frigatebirds and a colony of bachelor sea lions. After the walk, there will be an opportunity to swim along the beach and snorkel, weather permitting.

Cerro Brujo - After lunch, a dinghy ride along the shores will take guests to Cerro Brujo’s expansive, white coral beach. This is an excellent site for walking, with rewarding birdwatching opportunities featuring many seabirds and shorebirds. Galapagos sea lions will also be present. Historical Fact: These are the same shores that Charles Darwin walked along in September of 1835.

Española Island

Punta Suarez - The morning excursion at Punta Suárez offers an exciting walk across lava terrain to visit the unique seabird colonies in this area. Waved albatrosses (visible from April until January), boobies, swallow-tailed gulls, and the famous “blowhole” geological formation await! Guests should also look out for the red-green-black marine iguanas. Many consider this site one of the best in all Galapagos. Afterwards, guests will return onboard for lunch.

Gardner Bay - In the afternoon, guests will disembark at this beautiful, white coral beach for a short walk to observe the sea lions, mockingbirds, and finches. They can also choose to simply enjoy the beach. There is excellent snorkeling in this area. Alternatively, guests can opt to kayak or take a ride aboard the glass-bottom boat.

Santa Cruz and Baltra Islands

Charles Darwin Research Station - After disembarking at the Puerto Ayora docks in the morning, guests will visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and have the opportunity to learn about the breeding program for giant tortoises. They will also gain insight into the conservation efforts and progress made by the Foundation and National Park. Afterwards, a bus will take them across Santa Cruz Island to the opposite coast. From there, a short ferry ride will take them across the channel to Baltra Island and then to the airport. This Galapagos journey concludes at Baltra Island, where guests will board their flight back to the mainland. Baltra’s flat substrate, due to its tectonically uplifted origin, was the reason it was chosen in the 1940s as the site for an airport.

• Island Sightseeing with certified Naturalist Guides
• Glass Bottom boat / Kayaks / Paddleboards / Pangas for coastal exploration
• Wetsuits and Snorkeling Equipment
• Wifi (intermittent and low-bandwidth)
• Doctor onboard 24/7
• Reading room, Natural history library, Outdoor terrace, Coffee station 24/7
• Multiple purpose room, Landing and facility fees
• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Fitness Room, Safe deposit box (in cabin)

• 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.

We’re thrilled to welcome you on this exploration of some of the Galapagos’ most stunning islands. Our shared journey kicks off on Baltra Island, previously a WWII military base, now an active station for the Ecuadorian navy and air force. Once all procedures are finalized, we move east following North Seymour and Santa Cruz Islands’ volcanic coastlines until we arrive at the Plazas Islands. The adventures begin with a dry disembarkation at a human-made dock on South Plaza Island. The following day, we’ll take a deep dive into Santa Fe Island and San Cristobal Island, the latter being the provincial capital of the Galapagos province. Subsequently, we set sail to the south towards Española Island, boasting the well-loved visitor hotspot, Punta Suarez. There, you’ll trek across a rocky coast teeming with marine iguanas, sea lions, various sea birds, and even albatrosses for a significant part of the year.

• 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.

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.