Top Charles Darwin Center Tours & Cruises in 2026

from $95,767

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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Tip Top II

8 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top II

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Black Turtle Cove

Activity Level

Variable

Travel to Baltra, Genovesa, Santa Fe, San Cristobal, Floreana and more on this 8-day private tour of the. Board the Tip Top II for a vacation full of unique wildlife, snorkeling, and sightseeing!

• Discover Bachas Beach
• Admire Galapagos wildlife
• Walk through a cactus forest
• Visit the Interpretation Center

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from $44,843

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Private Charter - Galapagos Northeast Islands Aboard Corals

4 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Delight yourself with close encounters with the Galapagos tortoises, sea lions, sharks, and blue-footed boobies during this 4-day private cruise across the northeast islands of the Galapagos and experience the best of the archipelago, visiting a variety of locations such as the Charles Darwin Station, Mosquera Islet, North Seymour, San Cristobal, and more!

• Explore the Charles Darwin Station
• Visit Mosquera Islet´s sea lions
• Walk in South Plaza´s cactus forest

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from $42,682

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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Tip Top IV

4 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy a unique small ship Southern Islands Galapagos voyage on this private 16-passenger charter cruise aboard the Tip Top IV

• Spot unique wildlife
• Explore volcanic landscapes
• Discover highlights of the islands

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from $6,695

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Wildlife Discovery

San Cristobal - Baltra - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Tribute

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.

• Observe blue-footed boobies
• Explore Black Turtle Cove
• Get surprised by curious sea lions
• Visit Darwin Research Station

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from $5,987

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Eastern Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta

Activity Level

Variable

Introduce yourself to the Galapagos by taking a 5-day cruise to the Eastern Islands. This quick tour aboard the La Pinta features sea lions, red-footed boobies, and giant tortoises.

• Snorkel with fish in Gardner Bay
• Visit the Charles Darwin Station
• View lava lizards at Pitt Point

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from $3,500

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Southern Islands

San Cristobal - Santa Cruz - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Charles Darwin Center

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Hiking, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 5-day Southern Galapagos Islands cruise aboard Galaxy. Marvel at Kicker Rock's grandeur on a panga ride, encounter sea lions at Cerro Brujo and explore Punta Pitt's diverse birdlife. Witness unique fauna at Suarez Point, Gardner Bay's paradise, and Floreana's Post Office Bay history. Conclude, reflecting on this remarkable journey.

• Marvel at Kicker Rock
• Stroll along Cerro Brujo's sands
• Explore Punta Pitt's birdlife
• Send postcards from Post Office Bay

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from $4,500

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Southeast Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Get close to sea lions on a tour of the Southeast Islands. Discover the history of Post Office Bay and take a stroll along a coral reef on this 8-day cruise aboard the Nemo II.

• Dive & snorkel at Kicker Rock
• Learn about Post Office Bay
• Inspect the ecosystem
• Hike on Chinese Hat

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from $4,500

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North & West Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Get close to giant tortoises on a tour of the North & West Islands. Discover the history behind Buccaneer Cove and take a stroll along a coral reef on this 8-day cruise aboard the Nemo II.

• Ride a zodiac in Tagus Cove
• Explore the cliffs of Isabela
• Climb Prince Phillip's Steps
• Take a trail to a flamingo lagoon

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from $2,395

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Eastern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

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.

• Snorkel Lobos Island reef
• Explore Gardner Bay beach
• Visit Post Office Bay
• Observe waved albatross nesting

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from $6,490

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Western Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Experience Galapagos penguins, Elizabeth Bay and more on a cruise through the Western Islands. Enjoy hiking, snorkeling and dinghy rides on this 6-day Galapagos tour.

• Snorkel with turtles, rays and fish
• Explore Urbina Bay
• Hike along lava paths
• Take a trail along Lake Darwin

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from $62,000

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Private Charter - North & West Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 8-day North & West Islands Galapagos private cruise on the Nemo II explores the wildlife-rich shores of Santa Cruz, Isabela, Santiago, Rabida, and more. Experience a more intimate and profound nature and cruise while enjoying amazing and unexpected encounters with the unique Galapagos wildlife.

• Ride a zodiac in Tagus Cove
• Explore the cliffs of Isabela
• Climb Prince Phillip's Steps
• Take a trail to a flamingo lagoon

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from $62,000

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Private Charter - Southeast Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day private journey across the Galapagos' Southeast Islands onboard the catamaran Nemo II. Explore the wildlife and vegetation-rich shores of Santa Cruz, San Cristobal, Espanola, Floreana, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Bartolome, and Chinese Hat. Enjoy opportunities to hike, snorkel, kayak, or cruise on a panga boat.

• Dive & snorkel at Kicker Rock
• Learn about Post Office Bay
• Inspect the ecosystem
• Hike on Chinese Hat

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from $8,544

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Islands Circumnavigation I

15 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata

Activity Level

Variable

Recreation aboard Fragata in 15 days around unique landscapes and impressive wildlife, around Genovesa, Bartholomew, San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, Isabela, Santiago, among other.

• Appreciate landscape on Isabela
• Practice aquatic activities
• Observe ecosystems of Santiago
• Snorkeling in Kicker RockS

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from $2,670

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Central and Western Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Charles Darwin Center

Activity Level

Variable

Sail along Galapagos islands on Fragata yacht, and discover in 5 days the magic of this heavenly place, visit Isbela, Fernandina, Santiago and Santa Cruz.

• Hike & observe wildlife on Mosquera
• Panga ride visit to Vicente Roca
• Snorkeling and observe penguins

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from $66,120

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Bonita

7 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Los Gemelos (Twin Craters)

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a Galapagos cruise aboard the Bonita for a private expedition. This 7-day tour of the western islands takes you to white beaches, secluded lagoons, and pristine snorkeling locations for an unforgettable week-long tour of the Galapagos.

• Discover Dragon Hill
• Visit Espumilla Beach
• See unique wildlife at Vicente Roce
• Hike across Urbina Bay

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from $287,414

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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard La Pinta

5 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Charles Darwin Center

Activity Level

Variable

Familiarize yourself with the Galapagos Eastern Islands on a private cruise aboard La Pinta. This 5-day voyage takes you to the islands of San Cristobal, Espanola, and Santa Cruz Island. Swim with playful sea lions, take coastal and inland hikes, and admire the famous giant tortoises and red-footed boobies.

• Snorkel with fish in Gardner Bay
• Visit the Charles Darwin Station
• View lava lizards at Pitt Point

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from $10,750

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Beaches and Bays

Southern & Central Route - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve

Activity Level

Variable

Spend 8 days cruising the Southern Islands of the Galapagos and visiting a variety of islands such as San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz. Explore the unique and endemic flora and fauna of each island and enjoy family adventure activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, and hiking.

• Enjoy kid-friendly adventures
• Leave a card in Post Office Bay
• Encounter Galapagos giant tortoises
• Enjoy pristine beaches and swimming

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from $8,690

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Islands Circumnavigation - West

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Circumnavigate the Western Islands of the Galapagos aboard the Ocean Spray. Spend time viewing wildlife, birds and volcanoes on this 8-day adventure.

• View a sea lion colony
• Explore underground lava tubes
• Snorkel with fish and sea lions
• Visit the blowhole on Espanola

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