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Cruise the Galapagos on the Tip Top IV Ship
$90,229
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Tip Top IV

8 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV
  • Visit Charles Darwin Center
  • Sail around Kicker Rock
  • Explores Rabida its landscapes
  • Sunbathe in Las Bachas Beach
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Teeming with wildlife, volcanic wonders, and breathtaking landscapes, the eastern islands are an excellent place to spend a vacation! Snorkel, kayak, and trek your way through the islands, spotting sea lions, flamingos, sharks, frigate birds and a spectrum of species unique to the Galapagos.Tour …
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Snorkeling with friends
$4,042
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Galapagos Group Land Adventure

8 Day Itinerary
  • Sea kayak and snorkel with wildlife
  • Learn about Galapagos conservation
  • Cycle Isabela's Wall of Tears
  • Snorkel among unique wildlife
  • Trek active Sierra Negra volcano
  • View giant Galapagos tortoises
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Moderate
Join like-minded travelers on an 8-day multi-sport vacation to explore the Galapagos Islands by hiking, kayaking, biking, and snorkeling. What else can you fit into your action-packed Galapagos itinerary? Sea lions, marine iguanas, dolphins, turtles, and an abundance of birdlife swoop over you as …
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Origin & Theory Galapagos Yachts
$210,000
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Private Charter - Volcanic Wonders

Northern & Western Route - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve
  • Cruise around Kicker Rock
  • Hike up Prince Philip's Steps
  • Observe Galapagos flora and fauna
  • Snorkel or stand up paddle board
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Airport
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy this private group 8-day charter cruise, which takes youthrough the western islands of the Galapagos on the M/V Origin & Theory yachts. Highlights of the west include beautiful Santa Cruz, wildlife-rich Isabela, the cliffs of Fernandina, and the amazing black beaches of Santiago. The …
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Origin & Theory Galapagos Yachts
$210,000
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Private Charter - Beaches and Bays

Southern & Central Route - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve
  • Enjoy kid-friendly adventures
  • Leave a card in Post Office Bay
  • Encounter Galapagos giant tortoises
  • Enjoy pristine beaches and swimming
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Airport
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Take an private 8-day Galapagos cruise for the entire group of up to 20 guests aboard the M/V Origin and experience encounters with the incredible wildlife of Darwin's islands. Spend your days hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, and touring the Southern Islands and visit locations such as Frigatebird …
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Pinnacle rock in Bartolome
$78,000
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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Nemo III

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo III
  • Meet the wildlife of North Seymour
  • Rest on Suarez Point's cliffs
  • Walk on Cormorant Point's beach
  • Meet Galapagos giant tortoises
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover the Galapagos archipelago aboard the catamaran Nemo III on this 8-day private cruise to the southern and eastern islands. Enjoy the convenience of small ship cruising while experiencing the first-class amenities on board. Your cruise starts with a dry landing in North Seymour. Walk along …
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Pinnacle rock in Bartolome
$4,900
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Southern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo III
  • Meet the wildlife of North Seymour
  • Rest on Suarez Point's cliffs
  • Walk on Cormorant Point's beach
  • Meet Galapagos giant tortoises
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore the Galapagos archipelago aboard the catamaran Nemo III on this 8-day cruise to the southern and eastern islands. Enjoy the convenience of small ship cruising while experiencing the first class amenities on board.
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Galapagos penguin on a rock
$7,260
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Galapagos Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Hike through a volcanic landscape
  • Visit a sea turtle nesting site
  • Explore Rabida's red sand beaches
  • Observe the Galapagos tortoise
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy an extensive adventure into the unique world of the Galapagos on this incredible journey. This 15-day voyage offers the traveler an opportunity to become immersed in the unique splendor these islands. This is an ideal tour for gaining a true understanding of the history of these islands and …
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A male frigatebird rests in the trees of the Galapagos
$126,450
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Private Charter - Island Circumnavigation Aboard Galapagos Horizon

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon
  • Discover Sullivan Bay's beauty
  • Observe mola-mola sunfish
  • Swim & snorel across Isabela Island
  • Visit South Plaza Islands
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on an 8-day private cruise aboard the Galapagos Horizon around the stunning Galapagos Islands. Each island boasts new and exciting wildlife and landscapes carved from volcanic activity. Your journey includes snorkeling alongside sea turtles, viewing large colonies of sea lions and nesting …
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Galapagos penguin by the water
$9,345
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Island Circumnavigation

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon
  • Discover Sullivan Bay's beauty
  • Observe mola-mola sunfish
  • Swim & snorel across Isabela Island
  • Visit South Plaza Islands
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Galapagos Horizon around the stunning Galapagos Islands. Each island boasts new and exciting wildlife and landscapes carved from volcanic activity. Your journey includes snorkeling alongside sea turtles, viewing large colonies of sea lions and nesting …
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Sea kayaking expedition in the Galapagos
$11,725
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Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Seaman Journey
  • See diverse wildlife and birds
  • Snorkel with sea lions
  • Hike along lava flow Pahohoe
  • Relax on volcanic black sand beach
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience an Islands Circumnavigation on your Galapagos tour aboard the Seaman Journey. This 15-day adventure cruise highlights the best of the Galapagos archipelago and treats travelers to snorkeling with sea lions, exploring reef systems, and viewing the famous Galapagos tortoises.
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Kayaks await in Alaska
$11,003
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Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV
  • Snorkel & swim in North Seymour
  • Observe marine turtle on Espumilla
  • Hike to the Pitt Point
  • Visit Sullivan Bay volcanic land
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Take a cruise on this 15-day voyage that covers all the magnificent wonders the Galapagos has to offer. There will be a plethora of opportunities to snorkel, swim, and wander through the islands of this archipelago. Also enjoy several opportunities to encounter the incredible wildlife including …
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A distant view of Kicker Rock
$149,190
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Private Charter - South & Central Islands Aboard M/C Galapagos Endemic

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic
  • Walk along a white coral sand beach
  • Learn the history of Floreana
  • Lounge alongside sleeping sea lions
  • Dive & Snorkel around Kicker Rock
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover the Galapagos' unique marine life on this spectacular eight-day private trip. Your adventure begins on Baltra Island, where you board M/C Endemic, and stops on Dragon Hill, where you'll hunt for birds like flycatchers, warblers, flamingos, and pintail ducks in the salty lagoons. …
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Sea lions
$4,500
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Eastern Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy
  • Swim and snorkel in Bartolome
  • Spot flamingos in a lagoon
  • Hike around Post Office Bay
  • Observe sharks in Gardner Bay
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 6-day Eastern Islands cruise aboard the EcoGalaxy, explores the islands of Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and more! A wonderful way to observe the unique wildlife and landscapes of the Galapagos!
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Flamingo wading in the water
$46,360
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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Galaxy

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy
  • Marvel at Kicker Rock
  • Stroll along Cerro Brujo's sands
  • Explore Punta Pitt's birdlife
  • Send postcards from Post Office Bay
Starts / Ends:
San Cristobal Airport / Charles Darwin Center
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 5-day private cruise aboard Galaxy in the Southern Galapagos Islands! Experience a breathtaking panga ride around Kicker Rock, a 500-foot volcanic formation. Walk on Cerro Brujo's white sands, encounter sea lions, and snorkel in turquoise waters. Explore Punta Pitt for a unique …
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Stunning sunsets aboard the Galapagos Sea Star
$85,673
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Private Charter - Western Galapagos Journey

6 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Sea Star
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Center
  • Explore the Tintoreras by zodiac
  • See the Galapagos Penguins
  • Learn about island geology
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Isla Lobos
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 6-day private tour of the Galapagos' wild western islands. The Galapagos Sea Star transports you from one island to the next, featuring the most sought-after destinations in the region. Highlights include beautiful Santa Cruz, wildlife-rich Isabela, cliff-laden Fernandina, and …
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Sea lion coming in from a swim
$5,706
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Western Galapagos Journey

6 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Sea Star
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Center
  • Explore the Tintoreras by zodiac
  • See the Galapagos Penguins
  • Learn about island geology
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 6-day tour of the Galapagos' wild west! The Sea Star Journey transports you from one island to the next, featuring the most sought-after destinations in the region. Highlights include beautiful Santa Cruz, wildlife-rich Isabela, cliff-laden Fernandina, and volcanic Santiago.Admire …
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Couple sitting on a beach among sea lions
$9,990
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South & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic
  • Dive & Snorkel around Kicker Rock
  • Lounge alongside sleeping sea lions
  • Walk along a white coral sand beach
  • Learn the history of Floreana
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
M/C Endemic takes you on an unforgettable experience through the Galapagos Islands. On this exceptional 8-day cruise, enjoy swimming, kayaking & snorkeling to discover a rare and unique marine fauna across the South & Central islands. Explore interesting rock formations and walk along to …
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lounging in the harbor - Santa Cruz
$10,450
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Following Darwin's Footsteps

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace
  • Relax on an olivine crystal beach
  • Spot land iguanas on a hike
  • Visit Tagus Cove
  • Enjoy exploratory snorkeling
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on an 8-day journey that will immerse you in the wonders of the world, making this a truly memorable vacation. There will be many close encounters with the exotic and curious creatures that call these islands their home. They love to interact with people and make the daily excursions an …
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