Top Charles Darwin Center Trips & Tours in December 2025

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 $60,800

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Bonita

7 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Los Gemelos (Twin Craters)

Activities

Whale Watching

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 $287,358

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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 $10,250

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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 $8,290

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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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from $1,650

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Southeast Islands

San Cristobal - Santa Cruz - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion

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.

• Venture to Lobos Island
• Step into Post Office Bay's history
• Explore Punta Cormorant

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from $4,400

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East-Central Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise around the Galapagos archipelago aboard the Beluga and learn about the wildlife and geological activity unique to this region. Snorkeling among marinelife, exploring the islands on foot, and visiting the Charles Darwin Research Center are all highlights included on this short cruise!

• Explore El Junco Lagoon
• Visit the Research Center
• View lava tubes and lava flows
• Cruise through mangroves

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from $210,000

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Private Charter - Beaches and Bays

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

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Spend 8 days cruising the Southern Islands of the Galapagos on your own private yacht, 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 $210,000

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Private Charter - Volcanic Wonders

Northern & Western Route - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise the Galapagos in style on the M/V Origin & Theory Galapagos yachts on this private 8-day tour of the islands of San Cristobal, Genovesa, Isabela, Fernandina, Santa Cruz and Santiago, viewing unique wildlife like marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, penguins & giant Galapagos tortoises.

• Cruise around Kicker Rock
• Hike up Prince Philip's Steps
• Observe Galapagos flora and fauna
• Snorkel or stand up paddle board

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from $8,325

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Naturalist Cruise

Baltra - Seymour - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Diver II

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Charles Darwin Center

Activities

Snorkeling, Kayaking, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing

Activity Level

Variable

On this 8-day Galapagos Naturalist cruise aboard the Galaxy Diver II, marvel at the splendor of nature while engaging in snorkeling activities and encountering incredible wildlife. Sail from Baltra to Seymour, making delightful stops at the picturesque islands of Rabida, Santiago, Fernandina, Isabela, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and Seymour!

• Explore diverse wildlife
• Snorkel among marine animals
• Hike Tagus Cove
• Discover Rabida's red lava rocks

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from $6,195

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Southern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

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.

• Visit Tijeretas Hill bird colony
• Discover Floreana Island's beaches
• Snorkel with sea lions

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from $4,272

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Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Black Turtle Cove

Activity Level

Variable

Explore in 5 days Galapagos Islands and navigate on Fragata yacht around Santa Cruz, Isabela and Rabida islands

• Strolling on the beach in Mosquera
• Panga ride visit to Vicente Roca
• Appreciate landscape on Isabela
• Observe ecosystems of Santiago

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from $9,990

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Central Islands Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the highlights of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, Santiago, and Genovesa islands on this incredible 8-day adventure aboard the Elite. There is an endless list of activities to make this an unforgettable trip including snorkeling, roaming volcanic landscapes, and observing the native wildlife.

• Visit D. Rodriguez Breeding Center
• Observe blue-footed boobies
• Relax at Gardner Bay
• Take a panga ride to Champion Islet

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from $5,350

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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Sirius

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Join the Galaxy Sirius on a fully inclusive 5-day cruise through the Galapagos Islands, and discover the wonders of the Southern Islands including Floreana, Espanola, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, and Santa Cruz. Experience the thrill of snorkeling among sea turtles, playful sea lions, marine iguanas, rare and colorful fish, sharks, and even penguins.

• Snorkel with fish and sea lions
• Send a mail from Post Office Bay
• Learn about the island's past

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from $5,600

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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV

Activity Level

Variable

Visit the Galapagos Islands aboard Tip Top IV during this 8-day 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.

• Visit Charles Darwin Center
• Sail around Kicker Rock
• Explores Rabida its landscapes
• Sunbathe in Las Bachas Beach

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from $4,164

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Galapagos Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy this 8-day cruise through the eastern islands of the Galapagos while exploring the most beautiful locations and breathtaking landscapes. Experience multiple wildlife encounters as you visit Santa Cruz, North Seymour, Santa Fe, San Cristobal, Española and Floreana Islands.

• Visit Mosquera Islet's sea lions
• Walk in South Plaza's cactus forest
• Discover Galapagos origins
• Hike across Española Island

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from $5,850

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Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

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from $5,140

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Northwest Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Samba

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Explore 8 days of relaxing and fun aboard Samba yacht! Visit Genovesa, Isabela, Marchena, Fernandina, Floreana, Santa Cruz. Discover wildlife and the incredible landscapes of the Galapagos Islands!

• See sea lions on Mosquera
• Observe the nesting of boobies
• Explore in the Mangrove forest
• Hiking and observe the twin craters

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