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Flamingos
from $7,990
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Luxurious Southern Galapagos Cruise

Sante Fe to Santa Cruz - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Ocean Spray
  • Spot Santa Fe land iguanas
  • Snorkel with sharks at Kicker Rock
  • Leave a letter at Post Office Bay
  • Visit the Black Turtle Cove
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Baltra / Baltra
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Sail through the Southern Galapagos Islands on a 6-day cruise aboard Grand Ocean Spray. Explore Santa Fe, Española, San Cristobal, Floreana, and Santa Cruz while spotting giant tortoises, sea lions, and reef sharks. Enjoy walking, snorkeling, kayaking, and dinghy rides across volcanic landscapes, pristine beaches, and wildlife-rich waters
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Galapagos beach
from $8,490
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Western Islands

Santiago Island to South Plaza - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Ocean Spray
  • Explore Chinese Hat trails
  • Explore the Urbina Bay coastline
  • See Vicente Roca seabird colonies
  • Take a trail along Lake Darwin
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Baltra / Baltra
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Whale Watching
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Experience Galapagos penguins, Elizabeth Bay, and more on a cruise through the Western Islands. Enjoy hiking, snorkeling, and dinghy rides on this 6-day Galapagos tour aboard Grand Ocean Spray.
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Wildlife viewing and tours of the Galapagos islands
from $4,800
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Northeast Islands

Santa Cruz to San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Stella
  • Explore North Seymour wildlife
  • Hike Barranco lava cliffs
  • Explore Darwin Bay ecosystem
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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Hiking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Join this 5-day Galapagos Northeast Islands cruise aboard Galaxy Stella. Experience the Galápagos Islands through diverse wildlife encounters and breathtaking island landscapes. Explore iconic sites from North Seymour to Kicker Rock with unforgettable hiking and snorkeling adventures.
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Green sea turtle swimming
from $6,690
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Northern Galapagos Catamaran Cruise

Bartholomew to Mosquera Islet - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Ocean Spray
  • Visit Bartolomew Pinnacle Rock
  • Trek through mangroves
  • Spot red-footed boobies
  • See Mosquera sea lions
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on a 5-day Northern Galapagos cruise aboard Grand Ocean Spray. Visit Bartolomew, Genovesa, Santiago, Santa Cruz, and Mosquera. Snorkel at Devil’s Crown, hike volcanic landscapes, and see wildlife. Explore Charles Darwin Research Station and glide through pristine waters rich with marine life.
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Giant Tortoise
from $5,370
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Galapagos Southeast & North Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit Jacinto Gordillo Center
  • Snorkel and sunbathe in Cerro Brujo
  • View impressive volcanic landscapes
  • Explore a “Turtle Sanctuary”
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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Variable
Experience the best of the southeastern and north central islands of the Galapagos, on this 8-day cruise aboard the Corals. Enjoy the highlights of the extraordinary San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz and Rabida, and take part in a diverse list of activities as snorkeling, hiking, and swimming.
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Flamingo Lagoon
from $6,195
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Western Islands

Roundtrip Baltra - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi
  • Discover Isabela and Las Tintoreras
  • Ascend Sierra Negra Volcano
  • Visit Elizabeth Bay
  • Observe sea lions in the lagoon
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Anahi in the western Galapagos Islands. Explore lush highlands, and visit Isabela Island's Las Tintoreras, Sierra Negra Volcano, and Tagus Cove. Discover diverse wildlife at Punta Espinoza, Puerto Egas, Rábida Island, and Bartolomé Island. Conclude with a visit to North Seymour to observe Baltra's land iguanas.
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sally lightfoot crab
from $6,195
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Northeast and Southern Islands

Roundtrip Baltra - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi
  • Sail around Kicker Rock
  • Explore Genovesa's landscapes
  • View lava lizards at Pitt Point
  • Sunbathe in Las Bachas Beach
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Visit the Northeast and Southern Galapagos Islands aboard the Anahi during this 8-day cruise. Enjoy snorkeling in South Plaza, a panga ride in Turtle Cove, exploring the Hill at Pitt Point, and participating in excursions to Post Office Bay, Darwin Bay, and Santa Fe.
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Exploring the Galapagos - Kicker Rock
from $6,190
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Northern Islands Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite
  • Visit Charles Darwin R. Station
  • Snorkel across Darwin Bay
  • Discover the beautiful Kicker Rock
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Baltra / San Cristobal
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Variable
Board the Elite for a 5-Day sailing expedition across one of the most unique archipelagos on the planet, the Galapagos Islands. Experience the beauty and natural charm of these volcanic islands while visiting Santa Cruz, Genovesa, Rabida and San Cristobal.
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Frigate bird showing off
from $5,338
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Western Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Koln
  • Explore North Seymour Island
  • Hike Bartolome Island
  • Observe wildlife at James Bay
  • Encounter penguins at Tagus Cove
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Experience the best of the West Galapagos on an 8-day Koln cruise. Enjoy orientation sessions, snacks, and meals while exploring various islands. Observe unique wildlife, go swimming, snorkeling, or kayaking. Visit reserves, farms, and research centers before concluding the trip with a visit to Playa Las Bachas.
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Image of a giant tortoise.
from $5,538
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Western Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Seaman Journey
  • Observe colonies of marine iguanas
  • Explore the diverse marine life
  • Visit lava tubes and lava flows
  • View historical inscriptions
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Journey to the western islands of the Galapagos on this 7-day cruise on the Seaman Journey. Discover the diverse landscapes and unique wildlife of Baltra, Santa Cruz, Fernandina, Isabela, and Santiago Islands.
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Dry Landing at Dragon's Hill
from $4,245
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Southern Islands II

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Angel
  • Explore the highlands of Santa Cruz
  • Spot blue-footed boobies
  • Stroll along Gardner Bay
  • Visit Black Turtle Cove
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Explore Santa Cruz's highlands, Suarez Point, Gardner Bay's white-sand beaches, and Santa Fe Island's scenic trails during this 5-day Southern Galapagos cruise aboard the Galapagos Angel. Conclude your journey with a visit to the Dragon Hill, encountering wildlife and relaxation along the way.
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Punta Suarez, Espanola
from $4,190
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Galapagos Southern & Eastern Islands

Baltra to San Cristobal - 4 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique
  • Visit Santa Cruz highlands
  • Kayak along coastal coves
  • Walk Punta Suarez seabird cliffs
  • Spot Gardner Bay sea lions
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Baltra / San Cristobal
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Variable
Discover the Galapagos Islands on a 4-day cruise aboard M/C Monique. Visit Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, and San Cristobal. Explore research stations, volcanic landscapes, beaches, and reefs with guided walks, snorkeling, and wildlife encounters.
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