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Experience the wonders of the Galapagos Islands with Adventure Life's selection of 90 small ship cruises for 2026. Join us on a cruise journey through the unique landscapes and pristine waters of the Galapagos, from San Cristobal to Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz Islands. Encounter giant tortoises, snorkel in crystal-clear waters surrounded by vibrant marine life, and hike across picturesque beaches. Delve into the heart of the archipelago's wildlife, from green sea turtles to blue-footed boobies, and relax at stunning beaches like Gardner Bay. With a range of activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, and wildlife viewing, this adventure offers a relaxed pace suitable for all travelers. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the natural wonders and biodiversity of the Galapagos Islands. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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    • Punta Suarez
from $2,595
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Eastern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Snorkel Lobos Island reef
  • Explore Gardner Bay beach
  • Visit Post Office Bay
  • Observe waved albatross nesting
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San Cristobal / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on a 4-day exciting cruise aboard M/Y Monserrat and enjoy the beautiful turquoise water and its incredible sea life that captures the best of the Galapagos wildlife. Visit the stunning San Cristobal, Gardner Bay, Cormorant Point, and many more.
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Green sea turtle swimming
from $6,504
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Southern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Visit Tijeretas Hill bird colony
  • Discover Floreana Island's beaches
  • Snorkel with sea lions
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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Set sail on a 4-day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise to the Eastern Galapagos Islands. Explore San Cristóbal, and visit Tijeretas Hill. Enjoy Gardner Bay and Punta Suárez on Española, then discover unique beaches, flamingos, and marine life at Punta Cormorant on Floreana. Conclude your journey at the Charles Darwin Research Station and fly back home.
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Sea lion on the beach of Espanola Island
from $3,150
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Southern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi
  • Explore the Interpretation Center
  • Observe Frigate birds
  • Discover Punta Suárez's wildlife
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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 4-day Southern Galapagos Islands cruise aboard Anahi. Explore San Cristobal's Interpretation Center and 'La Colina de las Fragatas'. Encounter diverse wildlife at Punta Suárez and Bahía Gardner. Visit Punta Cormorant's flamingo lagoon and snorkel at Devil's Crown. Discover Bahía "Post Office" and Asilo de la Paz.
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Blue-footed booby mating dance
from $1,800
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Southeast Islands

San Cristobal - Santa Cruz - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion
  • Venture to Lobos Island
  • Step into Post Office Bay's history
  • Explore Punta Cormorant
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Charles Darwin Center
Activity Level
Variable
Sail across the Southeast Galapagos Islands for a 4-day cruise aboard the Galaxy Orion. Encounter playful sea lions at Lobos Island, delve into marine life at Gardner Bay, marvel at diverse fauna at Suarez Point, explore history at Post Office Bay, and learn about conservation at the Charles Darwin Station.
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Devil's Crown Galapagos
from $4,100
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East and South Islands

San Cristobal to Santa Cruz - 5 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy
  • Snorkel at Devil’s Crown
  • Observe sea lion colonies
  • Encounter land iguanas
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San Cristobal / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on a 5-day East and South Galapagos cruise aboard Ecogalaxy. Visit San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Fe, and South Plaza. Snorkel with sea lions and turtles, hike volcanic trails, and observe rare wildlife including waved albatrosses and giant tortoises.
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Sea Lions on the beach at Gardner Bay, Galapagos Islands
from $2,826
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Southeast Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Visit San Cristobal Interpretation
  • Explore Gardner Bay White Beach
  • See Punta Suarez Albatross colony
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the south-eastern islands of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz on this 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard Galapagos Legend. Visit interpretation centers, see albatross, flamingos, sea lions, and giant tortoises. Experience a mix of wildlife encounters and natural highlights across diverse Galapagos landscapes in one expedition.
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Punta Suarez on Espanola Island - lounging iguanas
from $157,345
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Private Charter - Southeast Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Walk on Gardner Bay's beach
  • Try Floreana Post Office tradition
  • Visit Dragon Hill and see wildlife
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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 5-day Private Galapagos Charter cruise - Southeast Islands aboard Galapagos Legend for private exploration of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and Mosquera Islet. Hike trails, snorkel reefs, kayak bays, and see giant tortoises, sea lions, albatross, and flamingos.
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Santa Fe land iguana
from $62,320
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Private Charter - East and South Islands

San Cristobal to Santa Cruz - 5 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy
  • Observe waved albatross courtship
  • Visit Charles Darwin Station
  • Spot wildlife while snorkeling
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San Cristobal / Baltra
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Hiking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Set sail on a 5-day East and South Islands of Galapagos cruise aboard EcoGalaxy. Visit San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Fe, South Plaza, and Santa Cruz. Hike unique volcanic landscapes, snorkel in top marine spots, and observe rare species like the waved albatross and giant tortoises in their native environment.
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Dry Landing at Dragon's Hill
from $4,245
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Southern Islands II

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Angel
  • Explore the highlands of Santa Cruz
  • Spot blue-footed boobies
  • Stroll along Gardner Bay
  • Visit Black Turtle Cove
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Explore Santa Cruz's highlands, Suarez Point, Gardner Bay's white-sand beaches, and Santa Fe Island's scenic trails during this 5-day Southern Galapagos cruise aboard the Galapagos Angel. Conclude your journey with a visit to the Dragon Hill, encountering wildlife and relaxation along the way.
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Floreana Island
from $3,516
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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Seaman Journey
  • Snorkel with sea lions
  • Observe the giant Galapagos turtles
  • See diverse wildlife and birds
  • Venture to Punta Pitt & Gardner Bay
  • Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters
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San Cristobal / Baltra
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Variable
Journey to the Southern Islands of the Galapagos on this 5-day cruise aboard the Seaman Journey. Explore the captivating landscapes and rich biodiversity of this unique archipelago.
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Curious sea lion during a snorkeling outing
from $5,700
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Southern Islands

Baltra - Highlands - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya
  • Admire Santa Fe's unique wildlife
  • Visit the Interpretation Center
  • Walk across Gardner Bay
  • Discover Suarez Point
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Baltra / Santa Cruz Highlands
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Variable
Discover all the magic the Southern Galapagos Islands have to offer on this 6-day cruise. Sail through one of the most mind-blowing ecosystems on earth aboard Alya, with lovely white-sand beaches and unique wildlife, including sea turtles, rays, and various types of booby birds.
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A pair of blue-footed boobies display their charm in the Galapagos Islands
from $5,095
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Eastern & Central Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Visit Charles Darwin Station
  • Relax at Bachas Beach
  • Spot red-footed boobies
  • Witness marine life at Tortuga Rock
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Bachas Beach
Activity Level
Variable
Indulge in the unique beauty of the Galapagos Islands on this 7-day adventure aboard M/Y Monserrat. Learn about the history of this unique archipelago, rest on a white sand beach, view abundant wildlife, and take advantage of once-in-a-lifetime snorkel opportunities.
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Join the Alia on an adventure to the Galapagos Islands
from $86,640
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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Alya

6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya
  • Admire Santa Fe's unique wildlife
  • Visit the Interpretation Center
  • Walk across Gardner Bay
  • Discover Suarez Point
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Santa Cruz Highlands
Activity Level
Variable
Discover all the magic the Southern Galapagos Islands have to offer on this 6-day private cruise. Sail through one of the most mind-blowing ecosystems on earth, with lovely white-sand beaches and unique wildlife with your private group of up to 16 guests.
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Devil's Crown Galapagos
from $3,368
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Galapagos Southeast Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit Cerro Brujo´s lava formations
  • Hike across Española Island
  • Discover Galapagos origins
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
This affordable 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard the Coral I or II explores the southeastern and central islands of the Galapagos including San Cristobal, Española, Floreana & Santa Cruz. Encounter fearless wildlife like giant tortoises and marine iguanas, and snorkel in the crystalline Galapagos waters viewing colorful fish, sharks, rays, and sea turtles.
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Galapagos sunset
from $82,095
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Private Charter - Eastern & Central Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Snorkel with sea lions
  • Watch for turtles at Bachas Beach
  • See green and white sand beaches
  • Visit Post Office Bay
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Variable
Enjoy this 7-day cruise aboard M/Y Monserrat as you indulge in the unique appeal of the Galapagos Islands. Discover the archipelago's history, unwind on a white sand beach, observe an abundance of animals, and take advantage of once-in-a-lifetime snorkeling chances.
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Sea lion in galapagos
from $12,279
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Southern & Northern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Enjoy exploring Española Island
  • Discover Floreana's beaches
  • Interact with the playful sea lion
  • Explore Genovesa Island
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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Variable
Join the 7-Day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Eastern & Central Galapagos, beginning on San Cristóbal Island. Explore Tijeretas, Gardner Bay, Punta Suárez, and Floreana. Snorkel at Champion Islet, then visit Genovesa Island. Conclude at Black Turtle Cove, disembarking in Baltra, marking the end of your unforgettable journey.
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Sea Lion resting on Red Sesuvium
from $13,644
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Central East & Southern Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Explore lava tunnels in Santa Cruz
  • Visit Rábida's red sand beach
  • See marine iguanas at Punta Pitt
  • Encounter wildlife at Isla Lobos
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Central East & Southern Islands on this 8-day cruise aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Visit Baltra and meet giant tortoises. Enjoy geological wonders and encounter diverse wildlife on Rábida, Bartolomé, South Plaza, and Santa Fe. End at Fausto Llerena Breeding Center to see Galápagos tortoises and support conservation efforts.
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Gardner Bay, Espanola
from $5,695
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Central East & Southern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Snorkel at Chinese Hat’s beach
  • Champion Islet reef snorkeling
  • Snorkel with rays and sea lions
  • See giant tortoises in Santa Cruz
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Sail through the Galapagos Islands on an 8-day cruise aboard the M/Y Monserrat and encounter rare wildlife across volcanic islands. Every landing reveals iconic Galapagos species and rugged landscapes.
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