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Sea lions on beach in Rabida
from $149,190
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Private Charter - West & Central Islands + Genovesa Aboard M/C Galapagos Endemic

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic
  • Walk volcanic lava fields
  • Climb Prince Philip’s Steps
  • Explore Rabida's beach and lagoon
  • Stop at Tupiza Center for tortoises
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Galapagos cruise aboard the M/C Endemic. Visit key locations like Santa Cruz, Isabela, Genovesa, and Fernandina. Hike volcanic terrain, snorkel with sea life, and spot rare birds and tortoises. This 8-day itinerary includes guided activities, landings, and wildlife viewing across diverse ecosystems.
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from $149,190
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Private Charter - Western & Eastern Islands Aboard M/C Elite

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite
  • Snorkel & Kayak across Tintoreras
  • Discover Sierra Negra volcano
  • Bird watching at North Seymour
  • Visit the beautiful Junco Lagoon
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Interpretation Center
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Variable
Join the M/C Elite on a spectacular 8-day Eastern and Western Galapagos private cruise. Explore isolated islands and remote visitor points to see unique wildlife. Observe blue-footed boobies and frigate birds in North Seymour, spot Galapagos hawks and flightless cormorants in Urbina Bay, and see marine iguanas feeding underwater in Fernandina.
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Green sea turtle swimming
from $129,690
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Private Charter - Islands Circumnavigation - West Aboard Ocean Spray

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray
  • View a sea lion colony
  • Explore underground lava tubes
  • Snorkel with fish and sea lions
  • Visit the blowhole on Espanola
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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Variable
Circumnavigate the Western Islands of the Galapagos on this 8-day private charter cruise aboard the Ocean Spray. Explore striking volcanic landscapes and spot incredible wildlife with your expert guides on this unforgettable voyage.
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Sea lions on Rabida beach
from $111,790
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Private Charter - Luxury West & Central Galapagos Cruise Aboard M/C Galapagos Endemic

6 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic
  • Marine turtle sightings
  • Visit Rabida Island
  • Look for penguins at Tagus Cove
  • Hike & swim at Santigo Island
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
A 6-day private cruise on board the M/C Endemic takes you through Western and Central Galapagos. Wildlife observation possibilities abound while traversing the islands, snorkeling in the crystal clear waters, or relaxing on the pristine shoreline. Sail through Baltra, Santiago, Isabela, Fernandina, and Rabida, among other places.
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SALLY LIGHTFOOT CRAB
from $96,890
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Ocean Spray

6 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray
  • Snorkel with turtles, rays and fish
  • Explore Urbina Bay
  • Hike along lava paths
  • Take a trail along Lake Darwin
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Experience Galapagos penguins, Elizabeth Bay, and more on a cruise through the Western Islands aboard Ocean Spray. Enjoy hiking, snorkeling and dinghy rides on this 6-day private Galapagos tour.
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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
Starts / Ends
Quito / Baltra
Activities
Hiking, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Archaeological Site Visits
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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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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
Starts / Ends
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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lounging in the harbor - Santa Cruz
from $10,950
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Following Darwin's Footsteps

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace
  • Relax on an olivine crystal beach
  • Spot land iguanas on a hike
  • Visit Tagus Cove
  • Enjoy exploratory snorkeling
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on a memorable vacation aboard the Grace. The 8-day journey allows for many close encounters with Galapagos wildlife. Enjoy snorkeling, swimming and kayaking in clear waters. Explore South Plaza, Genovesa, Isabela and more on this tour!
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Green sea turtle swimming
from $7,500
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Diving Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Diver II
  • Dive into renowned El Derrumbe
  • Explore La Banana dive site
  • Discover Shark Bay
  • Witness dolphins, sharks and more
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Baltra / Santa Cruz
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Variable
This 8-day diving cruise aboard Galaxy Diver II explores the awe-inspiring underwater beauty of the Galapagos Islands. Encounter sharks, whales, batfish, rays, turtles, penguins, iguanas, sea lions, and more in this world-class diving adventure.
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Grace sailing across the Galapagos Islands
from $190,300
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Private Charter - Following Darwin's Footsteps Aboard Grace

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace
  • Relax on an olivine crystal beach
  • Spot land iguanas on a hike
  • Visit Tagus Cove
  • Enjoy exploratory snorkeling
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Baltra / Los Gemelos (Twin Craters)
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a memorable private vacation aboard the Grace. The 8-day journey allows for many close encounters with Galapagos wildlife. Enjoy snorkeling, swimming and kayaking in clear waters with your private group of up to 16 guests.
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Swim alongside playful turtle in crystal-clear currents
from $6,400
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Diving Cruise

Baltra Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Diver III
  • Explore Wolf Island while diving
  • Discover Darwin Arch
  • Discover Shark Bay
  • Explore La Banana dive site
  • Dive into renowned El Derrumbe
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Santa Cruz
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Scuba Diving
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Galapagos expedition aboard Galaxy Diver III from Baltra Airport, Santa Cruz, Wolf Island, and Darwin Arch. Dive into world-class sites and encounter hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, sea lions, and marine iguanas.
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Land Iguana in the Galapagos
from $2,527
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Galapagos Northeast Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Explore the Charles Darwin Station
  • Visit Mosquera Islet´s sea lions
  • Walk in South Plaza´s cactus forest
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
Spend 4 days cruising the northeast islands of the Galapagos and experience the best of the archipelago, visiting a variety of locations such as the Charles Darwin Station, Mosquera Islet, North Seymour, San Cristobal, and more! Delight yourself with close encounters with the Galapagos tortoises, sea lions, sharks, and blue-footed boobies.
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