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This cruise guides you through the highlights of the Galapagos' northern islands on a 4-day cruise. Travel from North Seymour to Santa Cruz, experiencing wonders such as the red-sand beaches of Rabida and the gentle giant tortoises of the Charles Darwin Center. There are many amazing sites to behold. Indulge in the opportunity to snorkel, kayak, and become acquainted with the archipelago's endemic wildlife species.
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Highlights
  • Explore Black Turtle Cove and observe black-tip and white-tip reef sharks
  • Enjoy the white-sand coral beach at Darwin Bay
  • Snorkel at Rabida, one of the most colorful and volcanically varied islands
Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Baltra | Embark | Santa Cruz

  • 1 Dinner
Arrive at Baltra Island Airport and transfer to the boat where you check-in and receive basic information.

The first excursion of the trip is to Black Turtle Cove, which is situated in the northern part of Santa Cruz. Surrounded by mangroves, this islet is only accessible by dinghy. The shallow cove here is a safe haven for young marine life including black-tip and white-tip reef sharks, sea turtles, and a variety of rays.

Day 2: Genovesa

  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
El Barranco, also known as Prince Phillip's Steps, are steep and rocky paths that lead up to a high cliff-face. Delight in the spectacular views. This site is home to some amazing and unique palo santo vegetation as well as red-footed boobies, short-eared lava owls, Galapagos swallows, and Galapagos doves.

Darwin Bay's fabulous white-sand coral beach is the start to a half-mile trail that winds through marvelous mangroves packed with land birds. Take pleasure in the opportunity to spot Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, and swallow-tailed gulls. Further down the path are tidal pools where whimsical sea lions swim playfully in the pristine waters.

Day 3: Santiago | Rabida

  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
The morning visit heads to Santiago Island – Sullivan Bay located on the southeast part of Santiago. This place is interesting for its geology because the area is covered by lava flows. This place has elevations in form of small volcanoes, formed by the lava flows.

Rabida Island is one of the most colorful and volcanically varied islands in the archipelago. Its famous maroon sandy beach and stunning lookouts provide exceptional and rare landscapes. Some of the most scarce species of birds are in abundance here, such as nine varieties of finches, large-billed flycatchers, Galapagos hawks, and brown pelicans, making it a birdwatcher’s delight. This is a great snorkeling site if you choose to indulge.

Day 4: Santa Cruz | Baltra

  • 1 Breakfast
The Charles Darwin Research Station is home to turtles ranging from 3 inches as hatchlings to 4-feet-long. Subspecies of turtles interact with one another and many of the older turtles are accustomed to humans stretching out their hands for some friendly interaction. This facility prepares tortoises for reintroduction into their natural habitat. The babies are kept until they are about four years old and strong enough to survive on their own. After this amazing experience you are transferred to the Baltra Airport to return to the mainland.

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  • 3 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners
  • 3 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Bilingual Naturalist Guide 
  • Adventure Life Pre-departure Services and In-Country Assistance (Quito Representative)
  • Shore Excursions, Swimming and Snorkeling 
  • Transfers and Baggage Handling in the Galapagos
  • Snorkeling and kayaking equipment is included in the cruise cost and available for your use on board.
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Galapagos Park Entrance Fee: $200 per adult, $100 per child under 12 (fees of $100 per adult and $50 per child valid on arrivals through Aug 1, 2024). Payable upon arrival to the Galapagos, only in cash dollars. Subject to increase by Galapagos Park Service.
  • Internal Flights: Mainland Ecuador - Galapagos - Mainland Ecuador: $475-675
  • Wetsuits are not included but are available to rent on board - $50 for 4-day, 5-day and 8-day tours.

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