Top Charles Darwin Center Tours & Cruises in 2026

from $87,826

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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

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the Galapagos Islands aboard Tip Top IV during this 8-day private cruise, where you'll enjoy the snorkeling in South Plaza, a panga ride in Turtle Cove, the Hill at Pitt Point and excursions on Chinese Hat, Sullivan Bay, and Santa Fe.

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from $79,000

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Cachalote Explorer

8 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer

• Visit a tortoise breeding center
• Explore Elizabeth Bay
• Take a hike in Bartolome
• Snorkel in Isabela

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the Western Islands of the Galapagos on this exciting private tour! Experience the red shores of Rabida and the lava flows on Chinese Hat with your family or friends on this private 8-day cruise aboard the Cachalote Explorer.

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from $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

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Baltra / Baltra

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Small Ship Sailing

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day private voyage to the Galapagos' Southern Islands on the Nemo III and take in the bays and beautiful white coral sand beaches, which are popular with sea lion colonies. Discover the best of the Santa Cruz, Isabela, Floreana, and Espaola islands.

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from $56,977

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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Aida Maria

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Explore the beaches of Las Bachas
• Visit Black Turtle Cove
• Snorkel by Cerro Dragon
• Navigate around Kicker Rock

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Travel aboard the Aida Maria to the stunning Galapagos Islands. Witness a sea turtle nesting area, swim with penguins, see a variety of birds and wildlife, and explore lava flows on this 8-day private charter cruise adventure for up to 16-passengers.

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from $56,977

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Aida Maria

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Witness giant tortoises
• Follow a path to a forest of cacti
• Hike to the Sierra Negra Volcano
• Explore coastal lagoons

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This private cruise to the Western Islands of the Galapagos allows you to witness the archipelago's exciting and unique plants, animals, and landscapes. Swim, hike, and explore on this 8-day tour on the Aida Maria.

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from $10,745

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Islands Circumnavigation - West

Santiago to San Cristobal - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Ocean Spray

• See Chinese Hat wildlife
• Visit Fernandina Espinosa Point
• Elizabeth Bay dinghy ride
• Learn Galapagos history

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activities

Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Hiking, Whale Watching

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day West Galapagos Islands cruise aboard Grand Ocean Spray. Explore Baltra, Isabela, Fernandina, Santa Cruz, South Plaza, Santa Fe, Española, and San Cristobal. Walk volcanic trails, snorkel rich waters, and encounter penguins, marine iguanas, giant tortoises, and waved albatross

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from $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

Activity Level

Variable

Experience this 8-day cruise to the Southern Islands of the Galapagos and enjoy bays and striking beaches of white coral sand, a favorite place for large colonies of sea lions. Visit a variety of the best locations in Santa Cruz, Isabela, Floreana, and Española islands.

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from $7,895

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Western & South Islands

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Snorkel at Vicente Roca Point
• Hike lava fields at Sullivan Bay
• See flightless cormorants
• Visit Charles Darwin Station

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 12-day Western and South Islands Galapagos cruise aboard the M/Y Monserrat and explore the region’s most diverse landscapes and wildlife. Discover rare species like flightless cormorants, Galapagos penguins, and giant tortoises.

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from $7,395

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Central South & Northern Islands

11 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Visit Santa Cruz highlands
• Hike Bartolomé's summit
• Paddle near iguanas in Santa Fe
• Snorkel around Punta Pitt

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Sail aboard M/Y Monserrat on this 11-day cruise of the Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including Santa Cruz, Española, Genovesa, and Bartolome. Experience volcanic landscapes, pristine beaches, and isolated coves on an unforgettable island-hopping journey filled with hiking, snorkeling, and discovery.

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from $7,395

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East Central & Northwestern Islands

11 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Snorkel with sea turtles
• Visit Gardner Bay's beach
• Explore Punta Suarez wildlife
• Discover Black Turtle Cove

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Board M/Y Monserrat for an 11-day adventure exploring the highlights of East Central & Northwestern Islands of the Galapagos Islands. Each island boasts new and exciting wildlife, inviting you to explore its rocky coastlines, volcanic landscapes, beaches, and forest trails.

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from $204,673

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Private Charter - Islands Circumnavigation Aboard Seaman Journey

15 Day Itinerary aboard Seaman Journey

• See diverse wildlife and birds
• Snorkel with sea lions
• Hike along Pahoehoe lava flows
• Relax on volcanic black sand beach

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 15-day Islands Circumnavigation private cruise to Santa Cruz, Fernandina, Isabela, Santiago, Rabida, Bartolome, Genovesa, San Cristobal, Espanola, Floreana, and more! This comprehensive voyage on the Seaman Journey highlights the best of the Galapagos archipelago and treats travelers to amazing scenery and wildlife viewing.

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from $147,000

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Private Charter - Islands Circumnavigation II aboard Cachalote Explorer

15 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer

• Ride a boat to Black Turtle Cove
• Visit El Junco Lagoon
• Explore the Sierra Negra
• Observe iguanas feeding

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Board the Cachalote Explorer for an extensive private tour of the Galapagos Islands. Spend your time at places like Cerro Brujo, Devil's Crown and the Charles Darwin Research Center on this 15-day adventure!

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from $20,805

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Galapagos Grace Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Grace

• View Kicker Rock
• Snorkel with sea lions
• Leave a card in Post Office Bay
• Walk up the beach of Darwin Bay

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Indulge in the beauty of the Galapagos as you wander across island trails, explore lagoons, and swim and snorkel in crystalline waters. This 15-day tour allows you to enjoy close encounters with the creatures that call these islands home.

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from $12,921

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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

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Variable

Embark on a 15-day Islands Circumnavigation cruise to Santa Cruz, Fernandina, Isabela, Santiago, Rabida, Bartolome, Genovesa, San Cristobal, Espanola, Floreana, and more! This comprehensive voyage on the Seaman Journey highlights the best of the Galapagos archipelago and treats travelers to amazing scenery and wildlife viewing.

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from $10,588

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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

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Adventure in the magic Galapagos Islands aboard Tip Top IV! Enjoy 15 days of travel in unique destinations. Observe the endemic wildlife in North Seymour, Darwin Bay (Genovesa), Vicente Roca Point (Isabela), Urbina Bay and others.

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from $11,613

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Islands Circumnavigation II

Roundtrip Baltra - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi

• Explore Isabela's lava tunnels
• Ascend Sierra Negra
• Discover unique wetland birds
• Swim around Pinnacle Rock

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 15-day Galapagos Islands circumnavigation cruise on Anahi. Explore Isabela's Las Tintoreras and Sierra Negra Volcano, snorkel with diverse marine life, visit Rábida's red rocks, and discover wildlife at North Seymour and Bachas Beach. Conclude with visits to Charles Darwin Research Station and Fausto Llerena Center.

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from $47,513

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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Anahi

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 private 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 $8,250

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Islands Circumnavigation II

15 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer

• Ride a boat to Black Turtle Cove
• Visit El Junco Lagoon
• Explore the Sierra Negra
• Observe iguanas feeding

Activity Level

Variable

Board the Cachalote Explorer for an extensive tour of the Galapagos Islands. Spend your time at places like Cerro Brujo, Devil's Crown and the Charles Darwin Research Center on this 15-day adventure!

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