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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Tip Top IV

Example 4 Day Cruise aboard Tip Top IV
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Embark on a 4-day charter cruise aboard Tip Top IV beginning in Baltra and discover the remarkable beauty of the Galapagos Islands. Explore North Seymour Island, where blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, marine iguanas, and sea lions inhabit scenic coastal trails. Continue to Suarez Point, Gardner Bay, Pitt Point, Witch Hill, and Kicker Rock to experience dramatic volcanic formations, white-sand beaches, and exceptional wildlife encounters. Visit the highlands of Santa Cruz Island to explore the lush landscapes surrounding the impressive Twin Craters geological formation. Return to Baltra with unforgettable memories of breathtaking scenery, endemic wildlife, and immersive Galapagos exploration.
Sea lion by the kayaksHiking at Punta Pitt, San CristobalExploring the Galapagos - Kicker RockCruise the Galapagos on the Tip Top IV ShipSwimming side by side with an amazing sea turtle.
Highlights
  • Visit Suarez Point and discover its dramatic cliffs
  • Walk Pitt Point trails featuring all three Galapagos booby species
  • Explore Witch Hill's white-sand beach and encounter diverse wildlife
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Activity Level: Variable
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Day 1: Baltra | Embark | North Seymour Island

Fly from mainland Ecuador, either Quito or Guayaquil, to Baltra, arriving at approximately 9:50 a.m. Upon arrival, meet your naturalist guide at the arrivals gate while the crew takes care of your luggage. Transfer to the pier and board the yacht.

As the crew prepares for departure, enjoy a brief onboard orientation and a light snack. In the afternoon, explore North Seymour Island by following a coastal trail where you can observe blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, marine iguanas, sea lions, and the endemic Palo Santo trees. In the evening, attend an introductory briefing about the Galapagos Islands, then join a welcome cocktail before enjoying dinner onboard.
Activities: Walking, Panga Ride, Snorkelling

Day 2: Suarez Point | Gardner Bay | Gardner Island

This morning, visit Suarez Point, one of the most remarkable wildlife sites in the Galapagos. Walk across lava formations and along coastal cliffs, where you can observe nesting seabirds, including the seasonal waved albatross. Return to the yacht for lunch.
​Activities: Walking

In the afternoon, explore Gardner Bay, a pristine white-sand beach known for its turquoise waters and sea lion colonies. Visit the nearby islets for excellent wildlife viewing and, depending on conditions, enjoy snorkeling. Return to the yacht for dinner and your nightly briefing.
​Activities: Kayaking, Walking, Panga Ride, Snorkeling

If conditions allow, take the opportunity to swim and snorkel. Your naturalist guide will let you know when and where these activities are available.

Day 3: Pitt Point Islet | Pitt Point | Witch Hill | Kicker Rock

In the morning, visit Pitt Point, where a trail leads from an olivine beach to scenic viewpoints. This is one of the few places in the Galapagos where you can observe all three species of boobies—blue-footed, red-footed, and Nazca—nesting in the same area. Return to the yacht for lunch.
Activities: Walking, Kayaking, Panga Ride, Snorkeling, Paddle Boarding

In the afternoon, cruise around Kicker Rock, a striking volcanic formation that rises dramatically from the ocean and serves as a nesting site for numerous seabirds. Continue to Witch Hill, a beautiful white-sand beach where you can observe a variety of coastal wildlife. Return to the yacht for dinner and your final nightly briefing.
Activities: Walking, Kayaking, Panga Ride, Snorkeling, Paddle Boarding, Circumnavigation

If conditions allow, enjoy swimming and snorkeling. Your naturalist guide will let you know when and where these activities are available.

Day 4: Twin Craters | Baltra | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
After breakfast, visit the highlands of Santa Cruz Island and explore the Twin Craters, a unique geological formation surrounded by lush vegetation. After your visit, transfer to Baltra Airport in time for your return flight to mainland Ecuador.After breakfast, visit the highlands of Santa Cruz Island and explore the Twin Craters, a unique geological formation surrounded by lush vegetation. After your visit, transfer to Baltra Airport in time for your return flight to mainland Ecuador.
Activities: Walking

Important Note: Itineraries are subject to change without prior notice due to operational requirements, weather conditions, or regulations established by the Galapagos National Park.

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Tip Top IV

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Crewed Charter Price starting at
$42,682
or $2,668 per person based on 16 max passengers
Lower Deck Double Bed
Lower Deck Cabin
6 lower deck with two twin beds that can be converted into king beds. Some rooms are interconnecting, which is a great option for families.
Upper Deck Twin Bed
Upper Deck Cabin
4 upper deck cabins with two twin beds that can be converted into king beds.

Notes

Please reserve your wetsuit in advance prior to trip.

Child Discount

50% discount for children under the age of 12 at time of Galapagos cruise. Child discounts are conditional and may not apply on certain departures. Please contact us for more information.

Children under 12 may receive discounts on Galapagos flight fares and entrance fees. Contact us for details.
Included
  • 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners
  • 3 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Bilingual Naturalist Guide 
  • Adventure Life Pre-departure Services and In-Country Assistance (Quito Representative)
  • Shore Excursions, Swimming and Snorkeling 
  • Transfers and Baggage Handling in the Galapagos
  • Use of all on-board water toys, such as snorkeling gear, kayaks, paddle boards, etc.
  • Internal Flights: Mainland Ecuador - Galapagos - Mainland Ecuador
  • Complimentary internet
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Galapagos Park Entrance Fee: $200 per adult, $100 per child under 12. Subject to increase by Galapagos Park Service.
  • Wetsuits are not included but are available to rent on board - $35 short and $40 long size for 4-day tours; $40 short and $45 long size for 5-day tours; $45 short and $55 long size for 8-day tours; $70 short and $80 long size for 11-day tours; and $80 short and $90 long size for 15-day tours.

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Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
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