Private Charter - West & Central Islands + Genovesa Aboard M/C Galapagos Endemic

Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, receive assistance and proceed directly to the M/C Endemic for transfer.

In the afternoon, head to Las Bachas on the north shore of Santa Cruz Island. Walk along the white-sand beach or snorkel in the calm waters. Look for sea turtles nesting near the vegetation. You may also spot a rusted pontoon, a remnant from World War II. The site’s name, “Bachas,” comes from a mispronunciation of “barges,” referring to two U.S. vessels wrecked nearby during the war.
Activities: Walking, Snorkeling
Type of landing: Wet landing
Difficulty: Easy

Start the day at Darwin Bay, the only sandy area inside Genovesa Island’s volcanic caldera. Walk along the shore to see large groups of Great Frigatebirds. Males inflate their red throat pouches to attract mates. Look up to spot Red-footed Boobies nesting in the trees, unlike other booby species that nest on the ground.

In the afternoon, climb the stone steps at El Barranco, also known as Prince Philip’s Steps. Reach a broad plateau where you can observe Masked Boobies, frigatebirds, storm petrels, and ducks. Follow the trail through a patch of Scalesia forest, home to the short-eared owl. Use the same path to return to the vessel.

Activities: Walking (0.9miles / 2km), Snorkeling, Kayak/Stand-up paddle board, Dinghy ride
Type of landing: Dry landing
Difficulty: Moderate

On the highlands of Santa Cruz, you’ll have the opportunity to see the famous giant tortoises in the wild. So renowned are these endemic animals that they gave the archipelago its name. Birdwatching is also one of the activities done in the Santa Cruz highlands, since this area is home to finches and other Galapagos birds.
Activities: Short walk
Type of landing: Dry landing
Difficulty: Moderate

In the afternoon, you will visit Sullivan Bay, located on the east coast of Santiago Island. Land on a white coral sand beach and begin your walk over lava that flowed less than 100 years ago. This is the perfect place to see and feel the volcanic origin of Galapagos. Also in this area, you will admire flora that grows in lava fields.
Activities: Walking of 1-1.5 hours, Snorkeling, Dinghy ride
Type of landing: Dry landing
Difficulty: Easy 

Isabela Island is the largest of the archipelago with a surface of 4,588 square kilometers. It encompasses more than half of the total land area of Galapagos. Sierra Negra Volcano, one of the largest craters in the archipelago, with a diameter of five kilometers. It offers mesmerizing views with great contrast in colors between lava fields, vegetation, and fumaroles.
Activities: Walking
Type of landing: Dry landing  
Difficulty: Moderate

After lunch, visit the Arnaldo Tupiza Breeding Center of Isabela, where infant and juvenile giant tortoises can be seen until they are ready to be released and survive in the wild.  On the way back to the yacht, be ready to spot flamingos and other water birds.
Activities: Walking
Type of landing: Dry landing
Difficulty: Easy 

In the morning, you will discover Elizabeth Bay, which is a marine visitor site. The excursion is carried out in a Zodiac and so there is no landing point. Your zodiac ride starts with a visit to the Marielas islets, where there is the largest and most important penguin colony in the Galapagos Islands. The excursion continues into the cove that is surrounded by red mangroves, where you can spot sea turtles, flightless cormorants, spotted eagle rays, golden rays, brown pelicans, and sea lions.
Activities: Kayak/Stand-up paddle board, 2-hour dinghy ride
Type of landing: No landing

In the afternoon, Urbina Bay will be visited. Here you can see coral formations, large colored land iguanas. The possibility of seeing giant turtles, flightless cormorants, blue-footed boobies, penguins and marine iguanas is excellent.
Activities: Snorkeling, dinghy ride & walking, 2 trails: short (0.6mi/1km), long (1.9mi/3 km)  
Type of landing: Dry landing 

After breakfast, Tagus Cove will be the first attraction to see. A ride along the cliffs in a zodiac will give visitors a good chance to see the Galapagos penguin, the flightless cormorant, and other sea birds. From the landing dock, it is about a 30-minute hike along the trail up to the top of the cliff from where you can view Darwin Lake, a saline lake saltier than the sea. You can also see several volcanoes from this location.
Activities: Walking, Snorkeling, Kayaking/Stand-up paddle board, Dinghy ride  
Type of landing: Dry landing  
Difficulty: Easy 

After lunch, Espinoza Point will be visited, which is one of Fernandina’s visit points. Located within a fascinating lava scenery with Lava-Cactuses. On the surface of the lava, mangroves thrive. The highlights are sea lions, penguins, the flightless cormorant (especially in spring and summer), and one of the biggest iguana colonies of Galápagos.
Activities: Walking (1.2mi/ 2km), Snorkeling, Dinghy Ride
Type of landing: Dry and slippery
Difficulty: Moderate 

In the morning, you will have the opportunity to discover the Buccaneer Cove that is located just north of James Bay. It was known as a safe haven in the 17th and 18th centuries for pirates to stash their loot, take on fresh water, and capture tortoises for food. It is a nice place for a Zodiac ride, snorkeling, and kayaking. Blue-footed, Nazca boobies, fur seals, and Galapagos hawks can be seen flying overhead. Or visit to Espumilla Beach will take place. It is a pristine sandy beach and a popular place for marine iguanas and Sally Lightfoot Crabs. The crabs attract the hunting herons, performing the dance of predator and prey. With an abundance of marine life, including octopi, moray eels, and sharks, snorkeling is recommended and available.
Activities: Walking, Dinghy ride, snorkeling, and kayaking
Type of landing: Wet landing  
Difficulty: Easy  

In the afternoon, you will be taken to Rabida Island. Its main attraction is the red sand beach, famous for its cactus groves and rock formation scenery, aside from the vegetation of the arid zone and the presence of native and endemic species. During the walk on the red sand beach, you will see brown pelicans’ nests, and a lagoon where flamingos are seen from time to time.
Activities: Walking, Swimming, Snorkeling, Kayaking/Stand-up paddle board, Dinghy ride
Type of landing: Wet landing  
Difficulty: Moderate

In the morning, visit Mosquera, a small islet found between Baltra & North Seymour Islands. Lava gulls, sea lions, and Sally light-foot crabs inhabit this sand bank with an extension of over 600 meters. It also hosts the largest populations of sea lions and orca whales that can be seen occasionally, depending on the season you visit the islet.
Activities: Soft walk  
Type of landing: Dry landing  
Difficulty: Easy 

After this last visit, transfer to Baltra airport for your return flight to mainland Ecuador. Assistance and farewell at the airport.