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Snorkeling in Sea of Cortez
from $219,000
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Private Charter - Beaches and Bays

Southern & Central Route - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve
  • Enjoy kid-friendly adventures
  • Leave a card in Post Office Bay
  • Encounter Galapagos giant tortoises
  • Enjoy pristine beaches and swimming
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San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Airport
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Spend 8 days cruising the Southern Islands of the Galapagos on your own private yacht, visiting a variety of islands such as San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz. Explore the unique and endemic flora and fauna of each island and enjoy family adventure activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, and hiking.
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from $12,200
Save $7000
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Galapagos Inner Loop

San Cristobal to San Cristobal - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Origin
  • Witness marine life
  • See the view at Isla Bartolomé
  • Walk through a pirate island
  • See some awesome wildlife
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
Embark the luxurious Silver Origin on an 8-day adventure from San Cristobal to San Cristobal. Acquaint yourselves with Kicker Rock island, Punta Cormorant, Tagus Cove and Elizabeth Bay to name a few.
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Floreana Island
from $8,075
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Galapagos Escape

Ecuador Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Gemini
  • Search for Santa Cruz tortoises
  • See flightless cormorants
  • See San Cristobal wildlife
  • Visit Española Punta Suarez
Starts / Ends
Ecuador / Ecuador
Activities
Snorkeling, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Galapagos cruise. Arrive in Quito or Guayaquil, then fly to Baltra to board National Geographic Gemini. Explore Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Española, Floreana, San Cristobal, and North Seymour. Hike volcanic trails, snorkel with sea lions, spot giant tortoises, and search for whales and dolphins.
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Adult green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas agassizii) underwater off the west side of Isabela Island in the Galapagos Islands
from $8,378
No SS
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Galapagos Escape

8 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
Starts / Ends
Guayaquil / Guayaquil
Activities
Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the vibrant islands of the Galapagos on this 8-day cruise through fascinating activities such as walking and trekking, kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. The National Geographic Islander II, an all-suite vessel, elevates the Galapagos experience with new levels of style and comfort. 
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Beach on Isabela island
from $11,600
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Darwin's Discoveries: The Galapagos Islands

Roundtrip Guayaquil - 8 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta (UC)
  • Set foot on seven islands and islet
  • View marine life
  • See the nesting birds and wildlife
  • Visit Galápagos Islands
Starts / Ends
Guayaquil / Guayaquil
Activity Level
Variable
Begin your amazing 8-day expedition at the riverfront Wyndham Guayaquil then spend the rest of your trip sailing across the legendary Galapagos Islands aboard the small ship La Pinta. Visit Baltra, North Seymour, Isabela, Fernandina, and more!
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Sierra Negra volcano
from $8,250
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Islands Circumnavigation II

15 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • Ride a boat to Black Turtle Cove
  • Visit Charles Darwin Station
  • Hike Sierra Negra volcano
  • Observe iguanas feeding
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Board the Cachalote Explorer for an extensive tour of the Galapagos Islands. Spend your time at places like Cerro Brujo, Devil's Crown and the Charles Darwin Research Center on this 15-day adventure!
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Sea lion on a pristine beach
from $9,990
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Central Islands Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite
  • Visit D. Rodriguez Breeding Center
  • Observe blue-footed boobies
  • Relax at Gardner Bay
  • Take a panga ride to Champion Islet
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the highlights of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, Santiago, and Genovesa islands on this incredible 8-day adventure aboard the Elite. There is an endless list of activities to make this an unforgettable trip including snorkeling, roaming volcanic landscapes, and observing the native wildlife.
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Punto Egas, Santiago Island, Galapagos
from $8,544
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Islands Circumnavigation I

15 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata
  • Appreciate landscape on Isabela
  • Practice aquatic activities
  • Observe ecosystems of Santiago
  • Snorkeling in Kicker RockS
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Recreation aboard Fragata in 15 days around unique landscapes and impressive wildlife, around Genovesa, Bartholomew, San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, Isabela, Santiago, among other.
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Scuba diving in the reefs
from $7,495
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Diving Galapagos

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Sky
  • Dive in Cousins Rocks
  • Take a land tour in Bartolome
  • See horn sharks at Cape Marshall
  • Watch Galapagos Giant Turtles
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Airport
Activities
Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on this 8-day cruise aboard the Galapagos Sky. Enjoy scuba diving adventures in some of the best spots in the world. Tour Bartolome and dive in Cousins Rocks, Wolf Island, Darwin Island and more. Experience wildlife in and out of the water on this scuba tour.
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Elizabeth Bay, Isabela Island, Galapagos, Sea Lion
from $5,600
Savings
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Western Islands

Santa Cruz Island to Mosquera - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV
  • Explore Black Turtle Cove wildlife
  • Visit Prince Philip’s Steps
  • Cruise Elizabeth Bay Islets
  • Visit historic Post Office Bay
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day Galapagos Islands cruise aboard a first-class yacht. Cruise through Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, and Floreana to explore volcanic landscapes, mangroves, and wildlife habitats. Encounter giant tortoises, penguins, and marine iguanas while enjoying guided hikes, snorkeling, kayaking, and panga rides.
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Golden Land Iguana on Santa Fe Island
from $5,850
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Eastern Islands

Baltra Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga
  • Explore Baltra Island
  • Hike South Plazas cliffs
  • Visit San Cristobal
  • Explore Devil’s Crown snorkeling
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Sail this 8-day eastern Galapagos Islands aboard the magnificent 16-passenger motor yacht Beluga, which includes San Cristobal, South Plaza, Santa Cruz, and Genovesa, which are among the most spectacular in the archipelago.
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Galapagos snorkeling
from $5,850
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Western Islands

Baltra Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga
  • Explore Santa Cruz highlands
  • Discover Rabida red beaches
  • Hike Sierra Negra volcano
  • Explore Puerto Villamil town
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Join an 8-day western Galápagos Islands cruise aboard the Beluga. Explore Santa Cruz Island, wildlife-rich Isabela Island, dramatic Fernandina Island, and the black-sand shores of Santiago Island while encountering flamingos, frigatebirds, iguanas, and playful sea lions.
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