Embark on this 6-day adventure that explores the incredible western and central islands of the Galapagos. Highlights of the west include beautiful Santa Cruz, wildlife-rich Isabela, cliff-laden Fernandina, and the amazing black beaches of Santiago. Be entertained by the antics of friendly sea lions or get up close and personal with the incredible giant tortoises that make their home here. Spend your days exploring the archipelago, encountering sea lions, Galapagos penguins, frigate birds, flightless cormorants, tortoises, and many more unique native species!
Highlights
Explore Punta Moreno to find coastal lagoons and black lava flows
Snorkel at Punta Vicente Roca and see wildlife
Visit Puerto Egas and watch fur seals swim along the shore
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Arrive to the Galapagos and take a ferry to Santa Cruz Island. Transfer to Puerto Ayora and board a boat which takes you to Isabela Island. Afterwards, take a water taxi to your ship.
Please Note: This is a unique 6-day itinerary, and it is recommended to arrive to Isabela one night earlier and overnight in a hotel to avoid complications from flight delays. Contact us for more details. After your arrival in Baltra meet a representative who assists you in transferring to the ferry to Santa Cruz Island. The transfer from Baltra to Santa Cruz costs $1. The entrance fee to Isabela costs $10. The water taxi to your ship costs $1.
This morning, visit Punta Moreno on Isabela Island. Punta Moreno is know for its coastal lagoons, black lava flows, and a variety of Galapagos birds. If we're lucky, we may even see flamingos!
This afternoon, we visit Elizabeth Bay where we will set our sights on various Galapagos wildlife such as the Flightless Cormorant, sea lions and the Galapagos Heron.
Today we explore more of Isabela Island, stopping at Urbina Bay and Tagus Cove. At Urbina Bay, observe marine iguanas, Noddies and the Galapagos Penguin! At Tagus Cove, keep your eyes peeled for Blue-footed Boobies, Galapagos Penguins and the Flightless Cormorant, among other unique wildlife.
This morning we travel to Punta Espinoza on Fernandina Island. Punta Espinoza is home to sea lions, Flightless Cormorants, marine iguanas and pelicans.
In the afternoon, we return to Isabela Island and visit Punta Vicente Roca, a fantastic place for snorkeling. This is also a great place for viewing the amazing Galapagos wildlife!
This morning we visit Puerto Egas on Santiago Island, where we will see Galapagos fur seals swimming along the shore. If we're lucky, we will also spot numerous Galapagos birds, such as the Galapagos Dove, the Vermilion Flycatcher, and the Galapagos Hawk!
This afternoon, we travel to Bartolomé Island. Here, we hike up steep, wooden steps in order to reward ourselves with spectacular views of the islands!
Day 6: North Seymour - Baltra
1 Breakfast
This morning we travel to North Seymour Island, home one of the largest populations of frigatebirds. We may also see Blue-footed Boobies and Swallow-tailed Gulls.
After our visit to North Seymour, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to mainland Ecuador.
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Child Discount
30% discount for children under age 12 at time of Galapagos cruise. Not applicable to Holiday season departures
Children under 12 may receive discounts on Galapagos flight fares and entrance fees. Contact us for details.
Initial deposit is 25% ($400 minimum), and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 (10 weeks) prior to departure by Bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
This was our first trip to South America and we were a little nervous. But Adventure Life made things so easy! All our questions were answered before we left, and our guide, Vidal, was amazing! He gave us enough space to explore without rushing us along. He also knew where the best picture taking opportunities were, which was great.
