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Giant Tortoise
from $256,079
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Private Charter - Eastern & Western Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • See views of Pinnacle Rock
  • Observe Punta Pitt booby colonies
  • See Cerro Colorado giant tortoises
  • Bachas Beach swimming in Santa Cruz
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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Join the crew of the Galapagos Legend for an 8-day unique private adventure on the enchanted islands. Let yourself be captivated by the unusually 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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Galapagos hawk
from $256,079
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Visit Dragon Hill flamingo lagoon
  • Visit Santa Cruz tortoise reserve
  • Explore Devil’s Crown reef
  • Española wave albatross colony
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Charter the Galapagos Legend for an exclusive 8-day Galapagos journey. Explore iconic sites like Pinnacle Rock, Devil’s Crown, Española’s Gardner Bay, and San Cristobal’s Cerro Brujo. Snorkel with penguins, spot giant tortoises, and observe blue-footed boobies in private comfort with naturalist guides.
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Grace sailing across the Galapagos Islands
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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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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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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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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Sea Lion resting on Red Sesuvium
from $99,358
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Private Charter - Galapagos Western Islands Aboard Corals

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
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Whale Watching
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Variable
Discover the Galapagos Islands' western and eastern regions on a private charter cruise aboard the Corals for an 8-day expedition. Visit Fernandina to see flightless cormorants, Sullivan Bay to walk over solidified lava flows, and Santa Fe to swim with sea lions on white-sand beaches. Overall, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy your vacation.
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Snorkelers making their way through crystal clear waters.
from $84,720
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Private Charter - Northwestern Islands I

8 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I
  • Snorkel with sea lions
  • Hike through a volcanic landscape
  • Encounter an array of wildlife
  • Learn about local conservation
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Discover the Galapagos on this 8-day private cruise through the northwestern islands. Explore rocky coastlines, volcanic landscapes, beaches, and forest trails while viewing abundant wildlife. Visit Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Rabida, Genovesa, Santiago, and more.
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Sleepy sea lion on a log
from $69,450
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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Natural Paradise

5 Day Itinerary aboard Natural Paradise
  • Explore Kicker Rock
  • Interact with Galapagos sea lions
  • Hike in the volcanic Sullivan Bay
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal / Baltra
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Variable
On this 5-day Southern Islands Galapagos cruise aboard the Natural Paradise, explore outstanding wildlife-viewing areas and experience once-in-a-lifetime snorkel opportunities with the most diverse marine life. Discover the fascinating coastlines of San Cristobal, North Seymour, Santa Fe, Santa Cruz, Santiago, Bartholomew & South Plaza islands.
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Marine Iguana looking at Las Bachas Beach on Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos
from $53,200
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Private Charter - Northeast Islands

Baltra to San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy
  • Observe blue-footed boobies
  • Spot Santa Fe land iguanas
  • Cruise around Kicker Rock
  • Spot red-footed boobies
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Embark on a 5-day private charter cruise aboard the Galaxy and explore the Northeast Galapagos Islands. Discover the unique beauty of North Seymour, Santa Fe, Genovesa, and San Cristobal. Snorkel alongside playful sea lions, hike scenic volcanic trails, and encounter legendary wildlife in their untouched natural environments.
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Pinnacle rock in Bartolome
from $8,400
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Western Islands

Santa Cruz Island Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Stella
  • Hike Santa Cruz Highlands
  • Snorkel Tintoreras marine life
  • Explore Isabela wetlands ecosystems
  • Hike Tagus Cove trails
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Set sail aboard Galaxy Stella on this 8-day Galápagos adventure, discovering a variety of islands and unique ecosystems. Experience close encounters with giant tortoises, marine iguanas, penguins, and abundant marine wildlife through guided hikes and snorkeling excursions.
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from $8,400
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Northeast and Southern Islands

Santa Cruz Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Stella
  • Explore North Seymour wildlife
  • Discover Genovesa bird colonies
  • Relax Bachas Beach lagoon
  • Snorkel Kicker Rock waters
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Baltra / Baltra
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Snorkeling, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Join the 8-day Galápagos Northeast and Southern Islands cruise aboard Galaxy Stella. Journey through volcanic islands and diverse wildlife habitats, with highlights including Kicker Rock and the Charles Darwin Research Station.
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Land Iguana in the Galapagos
from $2,650
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Central Islands

Baltra - San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion
  • Uncover the volcanic origins
  • Explore South Plaza Island
  • Encounter unique land iguanas
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Baltra / San Cristobal Highlands
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Variable
Dive into 5 days of Central Galapagos cruise aboard Galaxy Orion! Uncover WWII relics and frolic with nesting turtles at Bachas Beach. Snorkel vibrant coral reefs teeming with life in Sullivan Bay's underwater paradise. Hike, kayak alongside playful penguins at Punta Pitt, and meet gentle giants in the lush highlands – unforgettable memories await!
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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
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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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