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Exploring the Galapagos Islands aboard the Millenium
from $126,750
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Private Charter - Western Islands

Santiago Island to South Plaza - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Ocean Spray
  • Snorkel at Vicente Roca Point
  • Spot birds in Moreno Point
  • Explore Santa Cruz highlands
  • Encounter wildlife in South Plaza
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Baltra / Baltra
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Whale Watching
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Embark on a 6-day private charter Galapagos Western Islands cruise aboard Grand Ocean Spray. Visit Isabela, Fernandina, Santa Cruz, and South Plaza to explore volcanic formations, snorkel with marine life, and encounter giant tortoises, penguins, and sea lions. Enjoy guided walks, dinghy rides, and unique wildlife experiences.
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Two frigate birds
from $69,920
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Private Charter - Northern Islands Aboard Alya

5 Day Itinerary aboard Alya
  • Swim and snorkel at Darwin Bay
  • Discover Genovesa Island's birdlife
  • Hike to Dragon Hill
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Baltra / Charles Darwin Center
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Variable
The Galapagos Islands are teeming with sea life including blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, land and marine iguanas, sea lions, and penguins. Sail to one of the most unique archipelagos in the world on this 5-day private Galapagos Islands expedition aboard the Alya.
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Group of Sally Lightfoot crabs headed for dry land in the Galapagos Islands
from $77,520
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Private Charter - Western Islands

Santa Cruz Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy
  • Spot giant tortoises
  • Walk volcanic lava trails
  • Spot flamingos and land iguanas
  • Visit Puerto Egas' fur seal grotto
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on a 6-day private charter cruise aboard EcoGalaxy and discover the Galapagos Western Islands. Visit Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, and Santiago. Hike lava trails, snorkel with sea turtles and penguins, and observe unique species like marine iguanas, flightless cormorants, and Galapagos hawks.
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Pinnacle Rock on Bartolome Island
from $92,720
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Private Charter - Western Islands

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy
  • Visit Santa Cruz Highlands
  • See Fernandina’s mangrove ecosystem
  • See flamingos at Moreno Point
  • Watch reef sharks and rays
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Explore the Western Galapagos on an 8-day private charter cruise aboard Galaxy, visiting Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Santiago, Bartolome, and more. Spot giant tortoises, penguins, and marine iguanas. Snorkel vibrant reefs and hike volcanic trails.
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Sea lions nap on the sunny beaches of the Galapagos
from $79,890
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Private Charter - San Cristobal, Floreana & Santa Cruz

San Cristobal to Santa Cruz - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Ocean Spray
  • Observe Santa Cruz reef sharks
  • See Flour Beach coral sand
  • Hike Pitt Point’s volcanic terrain
  • Visit Devil’s Crown snorkeling reef
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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Variable
Explore the Galapagos Islands aboard Grand Ocean Spray. Visit San Cristobal, Floreana, and Santa Cruz. Snorkel at Devil’s Crown, hike Pitt Point, and see wildlife. Experience Post Office Bay’s historic barrel and end at Black Turtle Cove among mangroves and marine life.
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Swallow-tailed gull and baby chick - South Plaza Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
from $77,490
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Private Charter - Northern and Central Galapagos Cruise

San Cristobal to Baltra - 5 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique
  • Spot Santa Fe land iguanas
  • Visit the Kicker Rock cliffs
  • Explore Bartolomew Island
  • Visit Black Turtle Cove mangroves
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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Variable
Charter the M/C Monique for a private Galápagos journey across San Cristobal, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Genovesa, Santiago, and Santa Cruz. Explore volcanic landscapes, snorkel with sea lions, spot iguanas and sharks, and walk among seabird colonies. Experience wildlife-rich habitats, secluded snorkeling spots, and conservation sites.
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Punta Suarez on Espanola Island - lounging iguanas
from $62,490
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Private Charter - Galapagos Southern & Eastern Islands

Baltra to San Cristobal - 4 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique
  • Spot Santa Cruz's giant tortoises
  • Visit Floreana Post Office Bay
  • Walk Punta Suarez seabird cliffs
  • Visit Post Office Bay
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Baltra / San Cristobal
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Embark on a 4-day private charter Galapagos cruise across Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, and San Cristobal. Enjoy exclusive access to iconic sites, from Post Office Bay to Kicker Rock. Snorkel with sea lions, observe giant tortoises, and hike diverse habitats with full privacy and personalized experiences in the islands.
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A Marine iguana peaks over a volcanic rock, Galapagos Islands.
from $9,060
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Exploring Galapagos

Ecuador Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Gemini
  • Experience wildlife encounters
  • Visit Genovesa
  • See Galapagos penguins
  • Visit giant tortoises
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Guayaquil / Guayaquil
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Variable
Set sail on a 10-day cruise through the Galapagos Islands aboard the National Geographic Gemini and visit iconic islands like North Seymour, Isabela, and Fernandina. This expedition offers unique experiences, providing an exploration of the legendary Galapagos wildlife.
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Blue-footed Booby lands on North Seymour Island, Galapagos Islands.
from $5,890
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Exploring Galapagos

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endeavour II
  • View endemic wildlife
  • Discover scenic coastlines
  • See varied islands and habitats
  • Experience the Galápagos undersea
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Spend 10 days exploring the legendary Galápagos Islands aboard a classic, 96-guest expedition ship, the Endeavour II. Actively experience the wildlife and wonders of the islands through kayaking, snorkeling, swimming, and hiking.
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Two Galapagos giant tortoises in green foliage
from $7,138
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Galapagos Escape

7 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
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Guayaquil / Guayaquil
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Variable
Discover the vibrant islands of the Galápagos through fascinating activities such as walking and trekking, kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. The National Geographic Islander II, an all-suite vessel, elevates the Galápagos experience with new levels of style and comfort. 
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Bartolome Island and Pinnacle Rock
from $9,247
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Galapagos Islands – Nine of the Best Isles

Quito Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Santa Cruz II
  • Explore Quito Old Town
  • See nine of the best isles
  • Discover Isabela & Fernandina
  • Experience Santiago coastline
  • Learn islands and Darwin research
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Quito / Baltra
Activities
Snorkeling, Kayaking, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Biking
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Variable
Enjoy an 11-day Galapagos Island Cruise on Santa Cruz II, starting in Quito and visiting Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, and more. Discover wildlife, beaches, and volcanic landscapes.
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Galapagos Tortoise
from $11,613
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Islands Circumnavigation II

Roundtrip Baltra - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi
  • Explore Isabela's lava tunnels
  • Ascend Sierra Negra
  • Discover unique wetland birds
  • Swim around Pinnacle Rock
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Experience a 15-day Galapagos Islands circumnavigation cruise on Anahi. Explore Isabela's Las Tintoreras and Sierra Negra Volcano, snorkel with diverse marine life, visit Rábida's red rocks, and discover wildlife at North Seymour and Bachas Beach. Conclude with visits to Charles Darwin Research Station and Fausto Llerena Center.
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