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Punta Suarez, Espanola
from $4,990
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Southeastern Islands Cruise

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite
  • Admire Española's unique wildlife
  • Snorkel across Osborn Islet
  • Explore Mosquera Islet
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Variable
This cruise may be short on days but it's big on amazing wildlife, such as the Galapagos giant tortoise, marine iguanas, and playful sea lions. Discover San Cristobal, Espanola, Floreana and more on this 4-Day Galapagos cruise. Snorkel in the crystalline waters and view colorful fish, rays, and sea turtles.
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Blue-footed boobies perched on volcanic rocks
from $7,845
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South & East Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon
  • Explore the highlands of Santa Cruz
  • Spot blue-footed boobies
  • Stroll along Gardner Bay
  • Visit La Galapaguera
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on a 7-day exploration cruise with Galapagos Horizon, visiting iconic sites like Twin Craters and Post Office Bay. Encounter diverse wildlife, snorkel in pristine waters, and delve into the islands' rich natural and human history.
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Inca ruins of Machu Picchu in the Andes
from $12,109
HALF DEP
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Exploring Galapagos, Machu Picchu and Peru's Land of the Inca

Quito to Lima - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endeavour II
  • Encounter incredible wildlife
  • Experience the Galápagos undersea
  • See daybreak over Machu Picchu
  • Explore massive Ollantaytambo
Starts / Ends
Quito / Lima
Activities
Whale Watching, Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Combine a Galápagos expedition aboard the National Geographic Endeavour II with a land-based exploration of Machu Picchu and Peru’s rich Inca heritage on this unforgettable 16-day adventure. Make the most of your travel time as your expedition team makes the transition effortless for you.
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sea lions on the beach at San Cristobal
from $74,490
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Private Charter - Southeastern Islands Cruise Aboard M/C Elite

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite
  • Explore Mosquera Islet
  • Admire Española's unique wildlife
  • Snorkel across Osborn Islet
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
This private cruise may be short on days, but it's big on fantastic wildlife, such as the Galapagos giant tortoise, marine iguanas, and playful sea lions. Discover San Cristobal, Espanola, Floreana and Santa Cruz on this 4-day Southeastern Galapagos cruise. Snorkel in the crystalline waters and view colorful fish, rays, and sea turtles.
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Land Iguana in the Galapagos
from $6,695
UP TO 20%
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Wildlife Discovery

San Cristobal - Baltra - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Tribute
  • Observe blue-footed boobies
  • Explore Black Turtle Cove
  • Get surprised by curious sea lions
  • Visit Darwin Research Station
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Central & North Galapagos in a 5-day Wildlife Discovery cruise aboard Tribute. Encounter sea lions, blue-footed boobies, frigate birds, Galapagos hawks, diverse marine life, and giant tortoises at Darwin Research Station. Enjoy close encounters snorkeling with penguins, and turtles, and witness nature's wonders in diverse island habitats.
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South Plaza Island
from $9,250
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Central East Islands

Baltra - San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Explore the Santa Cruz highlands
  • Hike to Bartolomé's summit
  • Land at South Plaza for forest walk
  • Greet playful sea lions
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Variable
Set sail on a 5-day cruise from Baltra to San Cristobal aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Central East Galapagos Islands. Explore Santa Cruz's highlands and lava tunnels, Rábida's red sand beach, Bartolomé's volcanic panoramas, and South Plaza's land iguanas. Discover more flora and fauna while enjoying up-close wildlife encounters.
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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
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal / Baltra
Activity Level
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 $3,472
UP TO 10%
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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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Sea lions on Fernandina Island
from $2,900
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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
Santa Cruz 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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A marine iguana suns itself on volcanic rock
from $3,795
UP TO 25%
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Central East Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Explore Santa Cruz lava tunnels
  • Snorkel at Chinese Hat beach
  • Encounter land iguanas
  • Discover three booby species
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
Sail through the Galapagos Islands aboard the M/Y Monserrat. Visit key sites including Santa Cruz Highlands, Chinese Hat, Sullivan Bay, North Seymour, Santa Fe, Pitt Point, Witch Hill, and Tijeretas Hill. Spot unique wildlife such as blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, marine iguanas, and Galapagos hawks.
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Sea lion looking off a rock
from $3,295
up to 20%
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Eastern Islands II

5 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I
  • Visit Fausto Llerena Center
  • Visit Post Office Bay´s mailbox
  • Swim and snorkel with sea lions
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 5-day exciting cruise through the eastern islands of the Galapagos. Meet Galapagos giant turtles, climb to the Baroness Lookout Point, snorkel with sea turtles and sharks, and visit one of the first sites visited by Charles Darwin. These volcanic and wildlife-rich islands are an ideal place to spend your vacations!
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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
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal / Baltra
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Hiking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
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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