Galapagos Eastern Island Cruise

You arrive at San Cristobal Airport or meet your group at the main dock in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, San Cristobal Island. From there, you board a dinghy to your yacht, where the crew welcomes you and serves a delicious lunch as you settle into your comfortable cabin.

In the afternoon, you explore the highlands of San Cristobal. You visit El Junco, a serene freshwater crater lake, then continue to the tortoise breeding center to learn about conservation efforts for these iconic creatures. Next, you head to La Galapaguera and watch giant tortoises roam freely in their natural habitat—an unforgettable experience. You return to the yacht for a delightful dinner and a recap of the day’s adventures. As you relax for the evening, the yacht cruises through the night toward your next destination: the enchanting Española Island.

Sights: Spectacular views from El Junco Crater Lake, Toroises at La Galapaguera, sea lion colony, sights of San Cristobal Island
Activity level: Easy - moderate
Activities: Walking
Wildlife you may see: Tortoises, endemic birds, sea lions, marine iguanas, lava lizards, and various marine life off the docks

You wake up to the stunning landscapes of Española Island. After breakfast, you take a wet landing onto the pristine white sands of Gardner Bay, where sea lions lounge, hawks glide overhead, and curious mockingbirds may join your walk. After this serene exploration, you return to the yacht and snorkel among vibrant marine life—colorful fish, sea turtles, and playful sea lions—before enjoying a delicious onboard lunch.

In the afternoon, you journey to Punta Suarez, dinghy to a pier, and hike along dramatic cliffs. You marvel at the natural Blowhole and spot unique wildlife, including Nazca boobies, blue-footed boobies, and striking marine iguanas. From April to December, you witness the graceful courtship rituals of the Waved Albatrosses. You end the day with dinner and a recap on the yacht, which sails overnight to Floreana Island.

Sights: Beautiful landscapes of Española Island, Gardner Bay, and Punta Suarez
Activity level: Moderate
Activities: Walking, hiking (rugged terrain), snorkeling
Wildlife you may see: Sea lions, endemic birds, marine iguanas, boobies, Waved Albatross (April - Dec), mockingbird, sharks, rays, sea turtles, various marine life

Start your day on Floreana Island, known for its colorful history of pirates, whalers, convicts, and early settlers and home to a small community of fewer than 200 people. Begin your morning with a dinghy ride to Punta Cormorant, where you'll explore a scenic trail connecting two beaches. Along the way, visit a large lagoon frequented by flamingos.

Return to the yacht to prepare for snorkeling at the renowned Devil’s Crown, a submerged volcanic crater just off Punta Cormorant. Known as one of the top snorkeling spots in the Galapagos, it is teeming with vibrant marine life, offering an unforgettable underwater experience.

After lunch onboard, the yacht will take a short journey to Post Office Bay. Here, take a brief walk to the historic wooden mail barrel, where visitors can leave letters or postcards to be picked up by future travellers, as well as the remnants of an old Norwegian tuna canning location. Return for a delicious dinner and a debrief, then motor overnight.

Sights: Punta Cormorant, beautiful beaches and wildlife, Devil’s Crown, vibrant sealife, Post Office Bay
Activity level: Easy - moderate
Activities: Walking, hiking, snorkeling
Wildlife you may see: Sea lions, endemic birds, flamingos, marine iguanas, tropical fish, sharks, rays, eels, sea turtles, various marine life

Start your day on the scenic north coast of Santa Cruz Island with an excursion to Dragon Hill (Cerro Dragón). After a dry landing, embark on a 1.5-hour guided
walk, beginning with a stroll past a lagoon where flamingos and pintail ducks often gather. Continue inland to discover a unique habitat for land iguanas, and make your way up the hill for a breathtaking panoramic view of the surrounding landscape.

Return to the yacht for lunch as you cruise towards Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island. Here, you'll take an awe-inspiring walk on rugged, 100-year-old pahoehoe lava flows, dotted with distinctive lava cacti. Afterwards, prepare for a refreshing snorkel in the bay, where diverse marine life awaits, and if you're lucky, you might even spot a Galapagos penguin. Back on board, enjoy dinner and a debriefing as the yacht begins its journey to Genovesa Island (Tower), setting the stage for the next adventure.

Sights: Beautiful landscapes, Sullivan Bay, ancient lava flows
Activity level: Easy - moderate
Activities: Walking, hiking (rugged terrain), snorkeling
Wildlife you may see: Penguins, sea lions, endemic birds, land iguanas, tropical fish, sea turtles, and various marine life

Begin your morning anchored inside the stunning caldera of Genovesa Island. Enjoy breakfast before heading to Darwin Bay by dinghy. Here, a short beach walk brings you into a vibrant nesting ground for red-footed boobies, frigatebirds, lava gulls, tropicbirds, doves, storm petrels, and yellow-crowned night herons. Take in the fascinating diversity of avian life. Return to the yacht and prepare for a snorkel in the caldera’s deep waters, where marine life is abundant. After lunch, prepare for a kayak or a snorkel, where you may spot the shy scalloped hammerhead sharks.

Return to the yacht to get ready for an adventure at Prince Philip’s Steps. Upon arrival, fur seals may greet you at the landing site before you ascend to the island’s outer edge, passing through trails lined with fragrant palo santo trees. Here, keep an eye out for short-eared owls and nesting boobies. Enjoy a delicious dinner on board and a debriefing to reflect on the day’s sights as you cruise to your next destination.

Sights: Diverse bird nesting grounds, Prince Philip’s steps, snorkeling in the caldera, and the opportunity to see scalloped hammerhead sharks
Activity level: Moderate
Activities: Walking, hiking, snorkeling (choppy water), kayaking
Wildlife you may see: Scalloped hammerhead, sea lions, boobies, doves, lava gull, yellow-crowned night heron, storm petrels, tropic birds, short-eared owl, endemic birds, fur seals, marine life

Your final day of this unforgettable journey begins at the peaceful Black Turtle Cove on Santa Cruz Island. Enjoy a scenic dinghy ride through this serene red mangrove lagoon, home to sea turtles, rays, juvenile sharks, and other marine life.

After exploring, return to the yacht for breakfast as you navigate back to Baltra Island, where your Galápagos adventure comes to an end. You and your luggage
will be transferred to the airport for your departing flight or onward travels. For guests on a two-week itinerary, the journey continues with new islands and discoveries ahead.