Top Charles Darwin Center Trips & Tours in May 2026

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

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San Cristobal / Baltra

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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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from $4,400

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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer

• Observe the Galapagos tortoise
• Ride a boat to Black Turtle Cove
• Climb up Prince Phillip's Steps
• Snorkel around Devil's Crown

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Cruise through the Eastern Galapagos Islands on the Cachalote Explorer. Spend time learning about the history of the island and watch as seabirds soar and sea lions play on this 8-day tour.

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from $2,750

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Eastern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV

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Variable

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from $18,905

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Galapagos Evolution Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Evolution

• Hike up Prince Phillip's Steps
• Journey to Chinese Hat
• Visit Black Turtle Cove
• View new and old tortoises

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Enjoy the Islands Circumnavigation tour aboard the Evolution. This 15-day voyage offers island trails, lagoons, white sand beaches and volcanic vistas. Snorkel and swim in crystalline waters and view abundant wildlife on this Galapagos adventure.

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from $340,500

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Private Charter - Footsteps Back in Time Aboard Evolution

8 Day Itinerary aboard Evolution

• Meet South Plaza´s vast wildlife
• Snorkel with sea lions & penguins
• Visit Santa Fe´s archipelago
• Walk on Punta Cormorant´s beaches

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San Cristobal / Baltra

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Variable

Experiencing the depth and breadth of what the Galapagos Islands offer at top-notch landing sites on this 8-day Private voyage through the Galapagos. Visit the most remote islands and experience true Galapagos exploration aboard the M/V Evolution.

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from $340,500

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Private Charter - In the Steps of Darwin Aboard Evolution

8 Day Itinerary aboard Evolution

• Discover Daphne Major´s birdlife
• Snorkel on Isabela Island
• Meet Urbina Bay's unique wildlife
• Walk the white beach of Las Bachas

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Baltra / San Cristobal Interpretation Center

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Variable

Close encounters with wildlife make your private journey a truly memorable one on this 8-day adventure. Snorkel, swim or kayak on the pristine crystal waters and experience amazing animal encounters with your private group of up to 24 guests.

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from $190,300

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Private Charter - Following Darwin's Footsteps Aboard Grace

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace

• Relax on an olivine crystal beach
• Spot land iguanas on a hike
• Visit Tagus Cove
• Enjoy exploratory snorkeling

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Baltra / Los Gemelos (Twin Craters)

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Whale Watching

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Variable

Embark on a memorable private vacation aboard the Grace. The 8-day journey allows for many close encounters with Galapagos wildlife. Enjoy snorkeling, swimming and kayaking in clear waters with your private group of up to 16 guests.

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from $95,767

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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Tip Top II

8 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top II

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

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!

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from $79,000

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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Cachalote Explorer

8 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer

• Observe the Galapagos tortoise
• Ride a boat to Black Turtle Cove
• Climb up Prince Phillip's Steps
• Snorkel around Devil's Crown

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Sail across the Eastern Galapagos Islands on the16-passenger Cachalote Explorer. Spend time learning about the history of the island and watch as seabirds soar and sea lions play on this 8-day private tour.

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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

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

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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

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from $8,544

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Islands Circumnavigation I

15 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata

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

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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.

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from $4,500

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Southeast Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II

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

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Baltra / Baltra

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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.

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from $4,500

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North & West Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard 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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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.

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from $2,670

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Central and Western Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata

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

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.

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from $5,095

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Eastern & Central Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Visit Charles Darwin Station
• Relax at Bachas Beach
• Spot red-footed boobies
• Witness marine life at Tortuga Rock

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Bachas Beach

Activity Level

Variable

Indulge in the unique beauty of the Galapagos Islands on this 7-day adventure aboard M/Y Monserrat. Learn about the history of this unique archipelago, rest on a white sand beach, view abundant wildlife, and take advantage of once-in-a-lifetime snorkel opportunities.

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from $69,920

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Private Charter - Northern Islands Aboard Alya

5 Day Itinerary aboard Alya

• Swim and snorkel at Darwin Bay
• Discover Genovesa Island's birdlife
• Hike to Dragon Hill

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Baltra / Charles Darwin Center

Activity Level

Variable

The Galapagos Islands are teeming with sea life including blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, land and marine iguanas, sea lions, and penguins. Sail to one of the most unique archipelagos in the world on this 5-day private Galapagos Islands expedition aboard the Alya.

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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

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San Cristobal / Baltra

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

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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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from $62,000

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Private Charter - North & West Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard 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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Baltra / Baltra

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Small Ship Sailing

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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.

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