Top Highlands Trips & Tours in September 2025

from $8,290

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Islands Circumnavigation - West

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

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

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.

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from $8,290

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Islands Circumnavigation - East

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

• Explore Witch Hill
• Swim with reef fish
• Visit Cormorant Point
• Snorkel in clear water

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Witness Kicker Rock, Pitt Point and Post Office Bay aboard the Ocean Spray. This 8-day cruise allows you to circumnavigate the East Galapagos Islands.

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from $3,850

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Western Islands

Baltra - North Seymour - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion

• Uncover wonders in Tintoreras
• Witness penguins and boobies dance
• Snorkel Mangle Point with turtles
• Explore uplifts of Urbina Bay

Starts / Ends

Baltra / North Seymour

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day Western Galapagos cruise aboard Galaxy Orion. Explore highlands with giant tortoises, and Tintoreras for underwater wonders. Discover wetlands, Moreno Point's coast, Elizabeth Bay's penguins, and Urbina Bay's uplifted terrain. Enjoy golden beaches, and snorkeling, then marvel at avian life on Genovesa and North Seymour Islands.

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from $1,811

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Southern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Snorkel with tropical fish
• Visit the Charles Darwin Station
• Take a dingy ride to see sea lions

Activity Level

Variable

This tour of the Galapagos Islands is a chance to experience the native flora and fauna in 4 days. Explore the beautiful beaches, a local market, and a sea turtle nesting site on your cruise aboard the Aida Maria.

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from $5,274

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Western Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Seaman Journey

• Observe colonies of marine iguanas
• Explore the diverse marine life
• Visit lava tubes and lava flows
• View historical inscriptions

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Hiking, Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Journey to the western islands of the Galapagos on this 7-day cruise on the Seaman Journey. Discover the diverse landscapes and unique wildlife of Baltra, Santa Cruz, Fernandina, Isabela, and Santiago Islands.

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from $7,961

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Galapagos Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Hike through a volcanic landscape
• Visit a sea turtle nesting site
• Explore Rabida's red sand beaches
• Observe the Galapagos tortoise

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 15-day Circumnavigation of the Galapagos Islands on the highly-rated Galapagos Legend ship provides a comprehensive, unforgettable tour of the Galapagos. Spend your days exploring the archipelago, encountering sea lions, Galapagos penguins, frigate birds, flightless cormorants, giant tortoises, and many more unique native species!

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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

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

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.

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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

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

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.

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from $126,450

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Private Charter - East & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Horizon

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon

• Visit Lobos Island
• Discover the volcanic Pitt Point
• Admire Bachas beautiful lava shores
• Hike through mangroves

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Interpretation Center / North Seymour

Activity Level

Variable

This 8-day adventure visits the islands of San Cristobal, Espanola, Rabida, Genovesa, and North Seymour, and offers stunning encounters with wildlife. Board the Galapagos Horizon on this private charter cruise for an unforgettable voyage exploring the Galapagos' landscapes and wildlife.

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from $28,988

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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Aida Maria

4 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Snorkel with tropical fish
• Visit the Charles Darwin Station
• Take a dingy ride to see sea lions

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the native flora and fauna of the Southern Galapagos Islands during this 4-day private cruise. Explore the beautiful beaches, a local market, and a sea turtle nesting site on your cruise aboard the Aida Maria.

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from $4,292

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West & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Meet Nazca and red-footed boobies
• Tour a land iguanas' nesting site
• Explore Santa Fe's white beaches
• Snorkel with sea lions

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Board the Galapagos Legend and set sail for an 8-day cruise adventure around the west and central islands of the Galapagos. This cruise allows you to experience all the wildlife, landscapes and highlights of Santa Cruz, Genovesa, Santa Fe, Santiago, Isabela and Fernandina.

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from $4,292

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Eastern & Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Visit Bachas Beach
• Observe swimming fur seals
• Set foot on dark-red sand beaches
• Snorkel at the Bolivar Channel

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Cerro Colorado

Activity Level

Variable

Join the crew of the Galapagos Legend for an 8-day unique adventure on the enchanted islands. Let yourself be captivated by the unusual high percentage of endemic animals of the Galapagos Islands, and experience a unique exploration of the archipelago´s pristine islands, unique landscapes and magical corners.

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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

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

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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from $6,195

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Northern Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Spot giant tortoises in Highlands
• Visit Cerro Dragón and see iguanas
• Explore Genovesa Island's paradise

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 4-day North & Central Islands cruise aboard the Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Observe Santa Cruz Highlands' giant tortoises and lava tunnels. Journey to Dragon Hill, home to land iguanas and flamingos then visit Chinese Hat. Explore El Barranco cliffs and Darwin Bay's bird paradise. Conclude with a marine life excursion in Black Turtle Cove.

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from $5,155

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Galapagos Northern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

• Visit the Charles Darwin Station
• Explore Dragon Hill´s wildlife
• Snorkel & swim at Bartolome Island
• Explore a volcanic black sand beach

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on this 8-day adventure through the Northern Islands of the Galapagos and experience the best of the archipelago by kayaking in crystal clear waters, snorkeling surrounded by turtles and sea lions, and hiking trails in the most amazing locations.

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from $5,155

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Galapagos Southeast & North Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

• Visit Jacinto Gordillo Center
• Snorkel and sunbathe in Cerro Brujo
• View impressive volcanic landscapes
• Explore a “Turtle Sanctuary”

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the best of the southeastern and north central islands of the Galapagos, on this 8-day cruise aboard the Corals. Enjoy the highlights of the extraordinary San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz and Rabida, and take part in a diverse list of activities as snorkeling, hiking, and swimming.

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from $93,290

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Ocean Spray

6 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

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

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

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

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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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