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Swimming sea turtle
from $6,100
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Western Islands

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy
  • See Santa Cruz giant tortoises
  • Snorkel clear waters at Tintoreras
  • Walk lava fields at Sullivan Bay
  • See land iguanas and flamingos
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise across the Galapagos Islands aboard Galaxy. Explore Santa Cruz's highlands, Isabela's Tintoreras, and Fernandina's Moreno Point. Encounter giant tortoises, marine iguanas, penguins, and blue-footed boobies.
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Giant Tortoise
from $2,605
UP TO 10%
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North & Central Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Meet the Galapagos giant tortoises
  • Visit the wildlife-rich Genovesa
  • Snorkel among sea lions
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Set sail on a 4-day Galapagos North & Central Islands cruise aboard Galapagos Legend to discover Santa Cruz, Genovesa, South Plaza, and Santa Fe. Spot giant tortoises, red-footed boobies, sea lions, reef sharks, and iguanas. Enjoy guided hikes, snorkeling, kayaking, and wildlife viewing in unique habitats with expert naturalists.
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Sea lions on beach in Rabida
from $2,527
UP TO 10%
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Galapagos Central Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Station
  • Explore Dragon Hill´s wildlife
  • Snorkel & swim at Bartolome Island
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the Galapagos' North Central islands on this four-day cruise and pay a visit to the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, which is home to the Galapagos giant tortoise and was once home to the renowned Lonesome George. Stroll through pathways flanked by indigenous land iguanas, mockingbirds, Darwin's finches, or snorkel in clear waters.
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Overlook at Pitt Point
from $5,700
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Western Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya
  • Observe Galapagos giant tortoises
  • See the blue-footed boobies dance
  • Look for Galapagos penguins
  • Cruise along Moreno Point
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Baltra / Bachas Beach
Activities
Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Embark the Alya on this 6-day catamaran cruise of the Western Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including the Tortoise Breeding Center on Santa Cruz, snorkeling in Elizabeth Bay on Isabela, kayaking around Urbina Bay at Fernandina, and hiking the Chinese Hat Islet near the southeast coast of Santiago, plus much more!
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Pinnacle Rock of Bartolome Island
from $129,450
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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
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San Cristobal Interpretation Center / North Seymour
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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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Giant Tortoise
from $118,008
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Private Charter - North & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

4 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • See wildlife in Black Turtle Cove
  • Genovesa bird viewing
  • See South Plaza’s land iguanas
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on a 4-day Private Galapagos Charter aboard Galapagos Legend for exclusive exploration of Santa Cruz, Genovesa, South Plaza, and Santa Fe. Experience giant tortoises, sea lions, seabirds, and marine life with personalized excursions, private guides, and flexible schedules for your group.
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Sea lions on beach in Rabida
from $45,787
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Private Charter - Galapagos Central Islands Aboard Corals

4 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Station
  • Explore Dragon Hill's wildlife
  • Snorkel & swim at Bartolome Island
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
During this 4-day private cruise explore the North Central islands of the Galapagos and visit the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, home to the Galapagos giant tortoise and where the famous Lonesome George used to live. Walk through trails escorted by endemic land iguanas, mockingbirds, and Darwin´s finches, snorkel in crystalline waters and more!
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iconic marine birds are Blue-footed boobies (Sula nebouxii)
from $5,950
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East and South Islands

San Cristobal to Baltra - 4 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Galapagos Eminence
  • Explore Kicker Rock
  • Walk Suarez Point trails
  • Visit Post Office Bay
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 4-day Galapagos cruise aboard the M/C Eminence visiting San Cristobal, Española Island, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and Baltra. Encounter sea lions, giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and volcanic landscapes while enjoying guided island explorations.
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A male frigatebird rests in the trees of the Galapagos
from $5,490
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Northern Galapagos Catamaran Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray
  • Hike 375 stairs to panoramic views
  • Trek through mangroves
  • Snorkel in search of marinlife
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
The Ocean Spray luxury catamaran takes you on a 5-day Galapagos Northern Islands cruise, exploring Genovesa, South Plaza, Mosquero, and Santiago. Light hiking, pristine snorkeling, and swimming with sea lions and penguins make this trip the perfect luxury Galapagos vacation package.
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Kayaking at Camping Manglecito
from $5,902
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Galapagos Experience

6 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak to Manglecito Beach
  • Visit Wizard Hill beach and Kicker
  • See giant tortoises in highlands
  • Enjoy Bahia Ballena tour
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal / Puerto Ayora
Activity Level
Moderate
Embark on a 6-day adventure in the Galapagos Islands, starting with kayaking from San Cristobal to Manglecito Beach. Explore pristine beaches, snorkel at Kicker Rock, and encounter unique wildlife including blue-footed boobies, sea lions, and Galapagos tortoises.
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Punta Suarez on Espanola Island - Nazca boobies!
from $123,790
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Private Charter - Northern and Southern Galapagos Cruise

Baltra Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique
  • Explore Black Turtle Cove mangroves
  • View seabirds in Genovesa
  • See Santa Fe land iguanas
  • Join Post Office Bay's tradition
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Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day Galapagos private charter aboard M/C Monique. Visit Santa Cruz, Española, Floreana, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Genovesa, Santiago, Bartolome, and more. Explore with guided hikes, snorkeling, kayaking, and dinghy rides while spotting giant tortoises, marine iguanas, penguins, boobies, and sea lions.
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Pinnacle Rock on Bartolome Island
from $92,720
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Private Charter - Western Islands

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy
  • Visit Santa Cruz Highlands
  • See Fernandina’s mangrove ecosystem
  • See flamingos at Moreno Point
  • Watch reef sharks and rays
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Western Galapagos on an 8-day private charter cruise aboard Galaxy, visiting Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Santiago, Bartolome, and more. Spot giant tortoises, penguins, and marine iguanas. Snorkel vibrant reefs and hike volcanic trails.
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