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Embark on a journey to the enchanting isles of the Galapagos, where the majestic dance of whales graces the ocean. Our 40 distinctive whale-watching tours for 2025 offer a symphony of wildlife encounters, set against the backdrop of Baltra's rugged beauty. Here, in the cradle of evolution, you can immerse yourself in the wonders of the Western & Central Galapagos Islands, from kayaking around Genovesa to hiking across the surreal landscapes of recent lava flows. Over the course of 5 to 16 days, you will have the opportunity to witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of whale watching, alongside snorkeling with turtles and marveling at the unique birdlife that calls these islands home. With a starting point of $1,959, the Galapagos invites you to connect with nature in its purest form. To begin crafting your own tale of oceanic discovery, contact one of Adventure Life's Galapagos specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Blue-footed Booby lands on North Seymour Island, Galapagos Islands.
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Exploring Galapagos

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endeavour II
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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.
  • View endemic wildlife
  • Discover scenic coastlines
  • See varied islands and habitats
  • Experience the Galápagos undersea
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A Marine iguana peaks over a volcanic rock, Galapagos Islands.
from $6,818
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Exploring Galapagos

Ecuador Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Gemini
Starts / Ends
Guayaquil / Guayaquil
Activities
Hiking, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking
Activity Level
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.
  • Experience wildlife encounters
  • Visit Genovesa
  • See Galapagos penguins
  • Visit giant tortoises
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Two Galapagos giant tortoises in green foliage
from $6,864
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Galapagos Escape

7 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II
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Guayaquil / Guayaquil
Activity Level
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. 
  • Snorkel and kayak among wildlife
  • Walk along colonies of seabirds
  • Visit Pinnacle Rock
  • See red-footed boobies and lizards
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Crab on the rocks
from $5,729
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Southeastern Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Isabela II
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
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Journey to the Southern Islands on a 7-day tour of the Galapagos. Visit a historic post office, snorkel and view unique sea birds during your cruise aboard the Isabela II.
  • Ride a panga around Gardner Bay
  • Relax on a white-sand beach
  • View giant tortoises
  • Explore Fernandina
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Galapagos penguin on a rock
from $7,490
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Luxury West & Central Galapagos Cruise

6 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic
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The Galapagos are some of the world’s most famous and beguiling islands the M/C Endemic offers you the perfect opportunity to discover and enjoy this natural wonder. Sailing across Baltra, Santiago, Isabela, Fernandina, Rabida, Santa Cruz and more!
  • Hike & swim at Santigo Island
  • Admire Isabela's abundant bird life
  • Look for penguins at Tagus Cove
  • Visit Rabida Island
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The beautiful colorful shores of the Galapagos.
from $4,700
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Western Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy the Galapagos Islands aboard EcoGalaxy in 6 days, where you explore magical landscapes with unique wildlife like giant tortoises, flamingos, iguanas, and sharks. There is an endless list of activities to do on the different islands: Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Rabida and Santiago.
  • Learn about tortoises of Galapagos
  • Hike along the base of the Volcano
  • Explore Egas Port
  • Ride around Tagus Cove
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Galapagos beach
from $6,190
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Western Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • Snorkel with turtles, rays and fish
  • Explore Urbina Bay
  • Hike along lava paths
  • Take a trail along Lake Darwin
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Cruise the Galapagos on the Galaxy II ship
from $71,440
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard EcoGalaxy

6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the Galapagos Islands aboard EcoGalaxy in 6 days, where you explore magical landscapes with unique wildlife like giant tortoises, flamingos, iguanas, and sharks with your private group of up to 16 guests!
  • Learn about tortoises of Galapagos
  • Hike along the base of the Volcano
  • Explore Egas Port
  • Ride around Tagus Cove
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Flamingo Lagoon
from $9,990
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West & Central Islands + Genovesa

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic
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Enjoy an exceptional trip to the West & Central Galapagos Islands as you sail across one of the most magical destinations in the world. Discover the enchants of Fernandina, Genovesa, Isabela, Rabida, Santa Cruz and Santiago on this 8-day cruise aboard the glamorous M/C Endemic.
  • Kayay & Snorkel around Genovesa
  • Walk over recent lava flows
  • Visit Arnaldo T. Breeding Center
  • Hike along cactus groves at Rabida
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Balcony
from $93,290
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Ocean Spray

6 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray
Starts / Ends
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.
  • Snorkel with turtles, rays and fish
  • Explore Urbina Bay
  • Hike along lava paths
  • Take a trail along Lake Darwin
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Beach on Isabela island
from $11,600
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Darwin's Discoveries: The Galapagos Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta (UC)
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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!
  • Set foot on seven islands and islet
  • View marine life
  • See the nesting birds and wildlife
  • Visit Galápagos Islands
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Overlook at Pitt Point
from $5,200
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Western Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Bachas Beach
Activity Level
Variable
Embark the Alya on this 6-day catamaran cruise of the Western Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including the Tortoise Breeding Center on Santa Cruz, snorkeling in Elizabeth Bay on Isabela, kayaking around Urbina Bay at Fernandina, and hiking the Chinese Hat Islet near the southeast coast of Santiago, plus much more!
  • Observe Galapagos giant tortoises
  • See the blue-footed boobies dance
  • Look for Galapagos penguins
  • Cruise along Moreno Point
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Adult green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas agassizii) underwater off the west side of Isabela Island in the Galapagos Islands
from $6,864
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Galapagos Escape

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II
Starts / Ends
Guayaquil / Guayaquil
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. 
  • Snorkel and kayak among wildlife
  • Walk along colonies of seabirds
  • Visit Pinnacle Rock
  • See red-footed boobies and lizards
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Alya, Sun Deck
from $79,040
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Alya

6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Bachas Beach
Activity Level
Variable
Board the Alya on this 6-day private cruise of the Western Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including the Tortoise Breeding Center on Santa Cruz, snorkeling in Elizabeth Bay on Isabela, kayaking around Urbina Bay at Fernandina, and hiking the Chinese Hat Islet near the southeast coast of Santiago, plus much more.
  • Observe Galapagos giant tortoises
  • See the blue-footed boobies dance
  • Look for Galapagos penguins
  • Cruise along Moreno Point
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lounging in the harbor - Santa Cruz
from $10,450
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Following Darwin's Footsteps

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
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!
  • Relax on an olivine crystal beach
  • Spot land iguanas on a hike
  • Visit Tagus Cove
  • Enjoy exploratory snorkeling
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Land Iguana in the Galapagos
from $1,959
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Galapagos Northeast Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
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.
  • Explore the Charles Darwin Station
  • Visit Mosquera Islet´s sea lions
  • Walk in South Plaza´s cactus forest
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Galapagos Legend
from $243,275
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Private Charter - West & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
This 8-day private cruise allows you to experience all the wildlife, landscapes and highlights of the Galapagos aboard the 100-passenger Galapagos Legend. Spend your days exploring the archipelago, encountering sea lions, Galapagos penguins, frigate birds, flightless cormorants, tortoises, and many more unique native species.
  • Meet Nazca and red-footed boobies
  • Tour a land iguanas' nesting site
  • Explore Santa Fe's white beaches
  • Snorkel with sea lions
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Coral I
from $42,191
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Private Charter - Galapagos Northeast Islands Aboard Corals

4 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
Delight yourself with close encounters with the Galapagos tortoises, sea lions, sharks, and blue-footed boobies during this 4-day private cruise across 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!
  • Explore the Charles Darwin Station
  • Visit Mosquera Islet´s sea lions
  • Walk in South Plaza´s cactus forest
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