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Colorful South Plaza Island
from $90,000
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga
  • Explore Baltra highlands route
  • Visit El Junco lake
  • Hike Punta Suarez cliffs
  • Snorkel Devil’s Crown crater
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Set sail aboard the Beluga on an 8-day eastern journey through the Galápagos Islands, visiting stunning islands such as San Cristóbal Island, South Plaza Island, Santa Cruz Island, and Genovesa Island.
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Sea lion on a pristine beach
from $79,000
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • Explore Los Gemelos craters
  • Walk South Plazas trails
  • Hike Gardner Bay cliffs
  • Ascend Bartolomé Pinnacle Rock
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Sail across the Eastern Galapagos Islands on the16-passenger Cachalote Explorer. Spend time learning about the history of the island and watch as seabirds soar and sea lions play on this 8-day private tour.
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Sleepy sea lion on a log
from $79,000
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Private Charter - Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • Explore Los Gemelos craters
  • Hike Sulphur Mines trails
  • Discover Elizabeth Bay mangroves
  • Snorkel in Isabela
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Discover the Western Islands of the Galapagos on this exciting private tour! Experience the red shores of Rabida and the lava flows on Chinese Hat with your family or friends on this private 8-day cruise aboard the Cachalote Explorer.
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Isabela rock with birds
from $11,600
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Darwin's Discoveries: The Galapagos Islands with Quito

Quito Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta (UC)
  • Explore UNESCO Quito city
  • Hike Seymour Norte island
  • Visit Floreana Post Office
  • Snorkel Isabela Fernandina waters
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Quito / Baltra
Activities
Snorkeling, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Whale Watching, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Experience a 9-day cruise from Quito to the Galapagos Islands, combining a guided exploration of UNESCO-listed Quito with a cruise aboard La Pinta. Visit historic plazas, churches, and viewpoints before flying to the islands. Explore Seymour Norte, Isabela, Fernandina, Rabida, Santa Cruz, and Floreana via hikes, snorkeling, and panga rides.
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Sea lion and scuba diver
from $10,750
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Islands Circumnavigation

Baltra Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga
  • Visit Charles Darwin Station
  • Explore San Cristobal
  • Explore Post Office Bay
  • Hike North Seymour
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on an immersive journey through the Galápagos Islands aboard the Beluga. Explore a wide range of destinations, including Baltra, Santa Cruz, Isabela, and more. Encounter remarkable wildlife, dramatic volcanic terrain, and vibrant marine ecosystems while enjoying guided excursions and scenic discoveries throughout this 15-day adventure.
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(Santiago)
from $8,250
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Islands Circumnavigation I

15 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • Take a boat ride in Dragon Hill
  • Visit Devil’s Crown
  • Explore Punta Vicente Roca
  • Hike Sierra Negra volcano
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Circumnavigate the Galapagos Islands and experience unique flora and fauna. Take advantage of the opportunities to learn, snorkel, relax and explore on this 15-day cruise aboard the Cachalote Explorer.
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Tortoise
from $5,338
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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Koln
  • Discover Black Turtle Cove
  • Admire Galapagos wildlife
  • Explore Santa Cruz Highlands
  • Visit the Interpretation Center
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Travel to the wildlife-rich shores of Baltra, Santa Cruz Highlands and more on this 8-day tour of the. Board the Koln for a vacation full of unique wildlife, snorkeling, and sightseeing!
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Devil's Crown Galapagos
from $3,300
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Galapagos Eastern Island Cruise

San Cristobal - Santa Cruz - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • View the blowhole on Española
  • Leave a postcard at Post Office Bay
  • Cruise along mangrove-lined shores
  • Visit Black Turtle Cove
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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Variable
Board the Cachalote for a 6-day cruise of the east and central islands of the Galapagos archipelago. Enjoy the opportunity to view and watch the unique wildlife in their natural habitat. In addition, explore each islands landscape, shaped by years of volcanic activity. Get ready for the trip of a lifetime!
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Sea lion on North Seymour
from $3,300
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West-Central Islands

Isabela to Santa Cruz - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • Explore Punta Moreno
  • Snorkel at Punta Vicente Roca
  • Climb Bartolomé Pinnacle Rock
  • Visit Isabela Tortoise Center
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Encounter various Galapagos wildlife while cruising through the West-Central Islands. Look for heron, sea lions, sally lightfoot crabs and maybe even flamingos on this 6-day tour aboard the Cachalote Explorer.
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Pinnacle rock on Bartolome
from $95,150
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Private Charter - Beyond Darwin's Footsteps Aboard Grace

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace
  • Cruise around Kicker Rock
  • Enjoy friendly sea lions
  • Walk along a green beach
  • Hike to see Galapagos doves
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Close encounters with nature highlight this 8-day private Galapagos cruise onboard the Grace. The islands are teeming with animals that are eager to meet visitors. Explore Espanola, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and other nearby cities! Scuba diving, snorkeling, and kayaking are all popular pastimes in this area.
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from $9,100
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Galapagos by Catamaran: An Intimate Voyage

Ecuador Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Delfina
  • See wildlife and landscapes
  • See Galapagos sea lions
  • See flightless cormorant
  • Visit giant tortoises
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Guayaquil / Guayaquil
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Set sail on a 10-day Galapagos cruise adventure aboard National Geographic Delfina. Encounter diverse wildlife, from playful sea lions to rare Galapagos penguins, amidst stunning volcanic landscapes and pristine beaches.
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Colorful Sally Lightfoot crab on volcanic rock
from $10,950
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Beyond Darwin's Footsteps

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace
  • Cruise around Kicker Rock
  • Enjoy friendly sea lions
  • Walk along a green beach
  • Hike to see Galapagos doves
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
This 8-day adventure aboard Grace offers close encounters with wildlife. The islands are full of creatures that love to interact with visitors. Travel around Espanola, Floreana, Santa Cruz and more! Enjoy snorkeling, swimming and kayaking in the crystalline waters of this area.
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