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Experience the wonders of the Galapagos Islands with Adventure Life's selection of 76 small ship cruises for 2025. 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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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
Starts / Ends
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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from $2,395
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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
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal / Baltra
Activity Level
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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Floreana Island
from $2,691
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Southeast Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Visit beautiful coral sand beaches
  • Snorkel among green sea turtles
  • Admire different kinds of birds
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the south-eastern islands of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz on this unforgettable 5-day cruise aboard the 100-guest Galapagos Legend small cruise ship.
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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
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
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
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal / Baltra
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Hiking, Snorkeling
Activity Level
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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Blue-footed booby mating dance
from $1,650
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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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Sea lion in the Galapagos
from $6,195
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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
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
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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Curious sea lion during a snorkeling outing
from $5,200
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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
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Highlands
Activity Level
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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Galapagos Legend
from $79,800
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Private Charter - Southeast Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Visit beautiful coral sand beaches
  • Snorkel among green sea turtles
  • Admire different kinds of birds
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the southeastern islands of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz on this unforgettable 5-day cruise aboard the 100-guest Galapagos Legend small cruise ship.
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Join the Alia on an adventure to the Galapagos Islands
from $79,040
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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 / 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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Young Nazca Booby with hikers
from $2,745
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Southern Islands

Baltra Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Angel
  • Explore the highlands of Santa Cruz
  • Spot blue-footed boobies
  • Stroll along Gardner Bay
  • Visit Black Turtle Cove
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Santa Cruz's highlands, Suarez Point, Gardner Bay's white-sand beaches, and Santa Fe Island's scenic trails during this 4-day Southern Galapagos cruise aboard the Galapagos Angel. Conclude your journey with a visit to the Black Turtle Cove, encountering wildlife and relaxation along the way.
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Floreana Island
from $4,292
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East & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Explore beautiful beaches
  • Visit Charles Darwin Station
  • Admire Genovesa's wildlife
  • Snorkel among green sea turtles
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
This unforgettable 8-day cruise offers amazing wildlife viewing such as the Galapagos giant tortoise, marine iguanas and playful sea lions. Set sail upon the comfortable Galapagos Legend with 100 guests, a pool, and several luxury-class amenities.
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Devil's Crown Galapagos
from $2,610
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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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A pair of blue-footed boobies display their charm in the Galapagos Islands
from $4,795
EBD 5%
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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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Sea lions on Fernandina Island
from $2,700
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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita
  • Hike over islands covered in cacti
  • Kayak and stand up paddle board
  • Admire distinctive biodiversity
Starts / Ends
Highlands / Bachas Beach
Activity Level
Variable
This 5-day cruise of Galapagos' Southern Islands on the Bonita yacht explores the islands of Espanola, Santa Cruz, San Cristobal and more. Kayak and paddle board along island shores, swim and snorkel among sea lions, and enjoy breathtaking views on hikes.
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Galapagos sunset
from $77,495
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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
Activity Level
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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Galapagos Legend
from $243,275
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Private Charter - East & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Explore beautiful beaches
  • Visit Charles Darwin Station
  • Admire Genovesa's wildlife
  • Snorkel among green sea turtles
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
This unforgettable 8-day private cruise offers amazing wildlife viewing such as the Galapagos giant tortoise, marine iguanas, and playful sea lions. Set sail upon the comfortable Galapagos Legend with 100 guests, a pool, and several luxury-class amenities.
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Bonita Galapagos Yatch
from $41,040
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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Bonita

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita
  • Hike over islands covered in cacti
  • Kayak and stand up paddle board
  • Admire distinctive biodiversity
Starts / Ends
Highlands / Bachas Beach
Activity Level
Variable
This 5-day private cruise of Galapagos' Southern Islands on the Bonita yacht explores the islands of Espanola, Santa Cruz, San Cristobal and more. Kayak and paddle board along island shores, swim and snorkel among sea lions, and enjoy breathtaking views on hikes.
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