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Discover the best small ship cruises to Charles Darwin Center—a more personal, crowd-free way to explore stunning coastlines and hidden ports that big ships can't reach. At Adventure Life, we work with top-rated cruise lines visiting places like , and we’ll help match you with the perfect ship and itinerary based on what you love. These cruises start at $1,650 for trips lasting 5 to 15 days in 2025. Tell us about your dream Charles Darwin Center cruise, and our travel experts will help make it a reality.
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Exploring the Galapagos - Kicker Rock
from $6,190
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Northern Islands Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite
  • Visit Charles Darwin R. Station
  • Snorkel across Darwin Bay
  • Discover the beautiful Kicker Rock
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Baltra / San Cristobal
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Board the Elite for a 5-Day sailing expedition across one of the most unique archipelagos on the planet, the Galapagos Islands. Experience the beauty and natural charm of these volcanic islands while visiting Santa Cruz, Genovesa, Rabida and San Cristobal.
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Sea Lions lounging in Buccaneer Cove
from $2,900
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Western Islands

5 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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Get close to giant tortoises on a tour of the Western Islands Discover the history behind Buccaneer Cove and take a stroll along a coral reef on this 5-day cruise aboard the Nemo II.
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Elizabeth Bay, Isabela Island, Galapagos, Sea Lion
from $2,670
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Central Islands II

5 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata
  • Relax on Tortuga Bay
  • Visit history places
  • Hike to Dragon Hill
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Baltra / Baltra
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Discover the stunning landscape of Galapagos aboard Fragata yacht in 5 days, where you enjoy in a panga ride on Black Turtle, snorkeling at red beach on Rabida, learns about history in wall of tears and observe a unique wildlife in Santa Cruz.
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Cruise the Galapagos on the Galaxy II ship
from $71,440
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard EcoGalaxy

6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy
  • Swim and snorkel in Bartolome
  • Spot flamingos
  • Hike around Post Office Bay
  • Observe sharks in Gardner Bay
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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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The Eastern Islands of the Galapagos are a great place to experience flamingos, whimbrels, tortoises and more. Board the EcoGalaxy for an incredible 6-day private tour of these islands.
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The beautiful colorful shores of the Galapagos.
from $4,700
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Western Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy
  • Learn about tortoises of Galapagos
  • Hike along the base of the Volcano
  • Explore Egas Port
  • Ride around Tagus Cove
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Baltra / Baltra
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Enjoy the Galapagos Islands aboard EcoGalaxy in 6 days, where you explore magical landscapes with unique wildlife like giant tortoises, flamingos, iguanas, and sharks. There is an endless list of activities to do on the different islands: Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Rabida and Santiago.
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Cruise the Galapagos on the Galaxy II ship
from $71,440
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard EcoGalaxy

6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy
  • Learn about tortoises of Galapagos
  • Hike along the base of the Volcano
  • Explore Egas Port
  • Ride around Tagus Cove
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Baltra / Baltra
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Hiking, Whale Watching, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Experience the Galapagos Islands aboard EcoGalaxy in 6 days, where you explore magical landscapes with unique wildlife like giant tortoises, flamingos, iguanas, and sharks with your private group of up to 16 guests!
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A distant view of Kicker Rock
from $4,000
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Western Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita
  • Discover Dragon Hill
  • Visit Espumilla Beach
  • See unique wildlife at Vicente Roce
  • Hike across Urbina Bay
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Baltra / Charles Darwin Center
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Embark on a Galapagos cruise aboard the Bonita. 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.
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Black Turtle cove with mangroves
from $4,200
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Northern Islands

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
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Sail to one of the most unique archipelagos in the world on this 5-day Galapagos Islands cruise aboard the Alya catamaran. The Galapagos Islands are teeming with sea life including blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, land and marine iguanas, sea lions, and penguins.
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Floreana Island
from $4,292
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East & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Explore beautiful beaches
  • Visit Charles Darwin Station
  • Admire Genovesa's wildlife
  • Snorkel among green sea turtles
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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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This unforgettable 8-day cruise offers amazing wildlife viewing such as the Galapagos giant tortoise, marine iguanas and playful sea lions. Set sail upon the comfortable Galapagos Legend with 100 guests, a pool, and several luxury-class amenities.
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Sea turtle swimming in the clear water
from $4,272
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North and South Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata
  • Practice aquatic activities
  • Hike to Pinnacle Rock
  • Enjoy the sighting of wildlife
  • Snorkeling & diving on Kicker Rock
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Baltra / Baltra
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Fragarta cruise leads to you around Galapagos Islands in 8 days, visit the last home of lonesome George in Santa Cruz, discover different landscape and volcanic land and enjoy the sighting of animals typical of the islands.
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The Grace
from $180,600
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Private Charter - Beyond Darwin's Footsteps Aboard Grace

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace
  • Cruise around Kicker Rock
  • Enjoy friendly sea lions
  • Walk along a green beach
  • Hike to see Galapagos doves
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Baltra / Baltra
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Close encounters with nature highlight this 8-day private Galapagos cruise onboard the Grace. The islands are teeming with animals that are eager to meet visitors. Explore Espanola, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and other nearby cities! Scuba diving, snorkeling, and kayaking are all popular pastimes in this area.
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Colorful Sally Lightfoot crab on volcanic rock
from $10,450
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Beyond Darwin's Footsteps

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace
  • Cruise around Kicker Rock
  • Enjoy friendly sea lions
  • Walk along a green beach
  • Hike to see Galapagos doves
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Baltra / Baltra
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This 8-day adventure aboard Grace offers close encounters with wildlife. The islands are full of creatures that love to interact with visitors. Travel around Espanola, Floreana, Santa Cruz and more! Enjoy snorkeling, swimming and kayaking in the crystalline waters of this area.
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lounging in the harbor - Santa Cruz
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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
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Baltra / Baltra
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Embark on a memorable vacation aboard the Grace. The 8-day journey allows for many close encounters with Galapagos wildlife. Enjoy snorkeling, swimming and kayaking in clear waters. Explore South Plaza, Genovesa, Isabela and more on this tour!
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A kayaking trip to see the local bird life of the Galapagos.
from $9,400
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In the Steps of Darwin

8 Day Itinerary aboard Evolution
  • Discover Daphne Major´s birdlife
  • Snorkel on Isabela Island
  • Meet Urbina´s Bay unique wildlife
  • Walk the white beach of Las Bachas
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Baltra / San Cristobal Interpretation Center
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Discover all of the Galapagos wildlife that made the Islands famous and inspired Charles Darwin´s theory of evolution. Snorkel, swim, or kayak on the pristine crystal waters and experience amazing animal encounters, including playful sea lions, frigate birds, iguanas, blue footed boobies, penguins, and giant tortoises.
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Sea lion on North Seymour
from $9,400
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Footsteps Back in Time

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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Have amazing animal encounters while experiencing the depth and breadth of what the islands offer, including top notch landing sites on this 8-day voyage through the Galapagos. Visit the most remote islands and experience the true Galapagos exploration aboard the M/V Evolution.
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Sea Lion resting on Red Sesuvium
from $4,164
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Galapagos Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Discover Vicente Roca Point
  • Take a dinghy ride along Isabela
  • Explore the volcanic Urbina Bay
  • Visit Santa Fe's sea lion colonies
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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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​Join an 8-day cruise exploring the magical secrets of the Galapagos archipelago, visiting incredible locations, and indulging yourself in the exotic beauty of the unique landscapes that only the Galapagos can offer.
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Family in the Galapagos
from $4,400
up to$2000
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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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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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Sea lion on the beach of Espanola Island
from $3,150
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Southern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi
  • Explore the Interpretation Center
  • Observe Frigate birds
  • Discover Punta Suárez's wildlife
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activities
Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking
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Embark on a 4-day 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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