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Snorkel the crystal, warm waters of the Galapagos archipelago
from $3,245
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North Central Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Natural Paradise
  • Admire El Barranco's amazing views
  • Swim with sea lions at Darwin Bay
  • See Bachas Beach's floating pier
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Enjoy an amazing 4-day cruise exploring the highlights of the North Central Islands of the Galapagos archipelago, including Santa Cruz, Santiago, Genovesa, and Rabida, aboard the Natural Paradise.
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Visit Kicker Rock, popularly known as the Sleeping Lion (Leon Dormido)
from $3,996
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Galapagos Multisport

Hotel-Based Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak and snorkel among wildlife
  • Learn about Galapagos conservation
  • Cycle to Isabela's coastline
  • Snorkel in Concha Perla
  • Hike the rim of an active caldera
  • View giant Galapagos tortoises
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Biking
Activity Level
Moderate
This 8-day multisport adventure to the Galapagos Islands is packed with thrilling and unique experiences. Begin your action-packed trip with a trek on San Cristobal Island, and then continue with kayaking, snorkeling, and biking around the Galapagos, where wildlife awaits at every turn, trailside, and shoreline!
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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
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Variable
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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A Marine iguana peaks over a volcanic rock, Galapagos Islands.
from $6,818
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Exploring Galapagos

Ecuador Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Gemini
  • Experience wildlife encounters
  • Visit Genovesa
  • See Galapagos penguins
  • Visit giant tortoises
Starts / Ends
Guayaquil / Guayaquil
Activities
Whale Watching
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Variable
Set sail on a 10-day cruise through the Galapagos Islands aboard the National Geographic Gemini and visit iconic islands like North Seymour, Isabela, and Fernandina. This expedition offers unique experiences, providing an exploration of the legendary Galapagos wildlife.
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Blue-footed Booby lands on North Seymour Island, Galapagos Islands.
from $5,556
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Exploring Galapagos

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endeavour II
  • View endemic wildlife
  • Discover scenic coastlines
  • See varied islands and habitats
  • Experience the Galápagos undersea
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Spend 10 days exploring the legendary Galápagos Islands aboard a classic, 96-guest expedition ship, the Endeavour II. Actively experience the wildlife and wonders of the islands through kayaking, snorkeling, swimming, and hiking.
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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
Starts / Ends
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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A Green Sea Turtle swimming around the reefs.
from $4,292
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West & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Meet Nazca and red-footed boobies
  • Walk Darwin Bay’s sandy trail
  • Explore Santa Fe's white beaches
  • See South Plaza land iguanas
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Santa Cruz
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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Genovesa - Darwin Bay - Red footed booby
from $5,395
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Northwestern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Hike Santa Cruz Highlands
  • Snorkel at Pinnacle Rock
  • Spot flamingos Dragon Hill
  • Ride pangas in Black Turtle Cove
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Explore the Galapagos Islands on an 8-day cruise aboard the M/Y Monserrat. Kayak, paddleboard, and snorkel at remote coastal sites. This itinerary includes diverse marine life, birdwatching, and remote island access—all part of a complete Galapagos experience.
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A male frigatebird rests in the trees of the Galapagos
from $77,520
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Private Charter - Northeast Islands

Santa Cruz to San Cristobal - 6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy
  • Dinghy ride through mangroves
  • See tortoises in wild
  • Climb Bartolome for views
  • Spot sea lions and turtles
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activities
Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Set out on a 6-day Northeast Galapagos cruise aboard the EcoGalaxy, exploring iconic islands like Baltra, Bartolome, Genovesa, and Santa Cruz. Snorkel with sea turtles, hike across dramatic lava fields, visit thriving seabird colonies, and observe giant tortoises in their natural habitat.
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Galapagos Legend
from $243,275
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Private Charter - West & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Visit Black Turtle Cove Santa Cruz
  • Snorkel with Santa Fe sea lions
  • Visit Rabida Island red beach
  • Spot Fernandina marine iguanas
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
This 8-day private cruise allows you to experience all the wildlife, landscapes, and highlights of the Galapagos aboard Galapagos Legend. Spend your days exploring the archipelago, encountering sea lions, Galapagos penguins, frigate birds, flightless cormorants, tortoises, and many more unique native species.
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Colorful land iguana
from $8,745
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North & South Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Infinity
  • Admire Santa Cruz's marine wildlife
  • Visit the colorful Rabida Island
  • Experience Dragon Hill's beauty
  • Hike through Floreana Island
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Explore the wonderful Galapagos Islands on this 8-day cruise aboard the Infinity. Visit the Interpretation Center of San Cristobal, a sophisticated architectural space destined for natural interpretation of the Galapagos. Scout around Black Turtle Cove, Darwin Bay, and Dragon Hill as you cruise in the archipelago's marine life-rich waters.
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Galapagos penguin swimming underwater
from $4,554
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Northern Galapagos Journey

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Sea Star
  • Visit Black Turtle Cove
  • Witness a nesting site for boobies
  • Explore white coral sand beaches
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 5-day Galápagos adventure aboard the Sea Star, exploring Santa Cruz, Bartolomé, Santiago, and Genovesa Islands. Discover breathtaking volcanic landscapes, snorkel with penguins, and encounter iconic wildlife while hiking, kayaking, and exploring mangrove-lined coves.
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Isabela Island offers pristine shores and abundant wildlife
from $3,595
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Western Islands

Baltra Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Spot sea lions at Buccaneer Cove
  • See wild tortoises at Urbina Bay
  • Observe flamingos at Dragon Hill
  • See rays at Vicente Roca
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Black Turtle Cove
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a guided 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard the M/Y Monserrat and spot iconic species like marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, Galapagos penguins, and flightless cormorants. This itinerary offers nonstop wildlife viewing and rich marine life encounters across multiple visitor sites in the western Galápagos Islands.
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Sea lions on Fernandina Island
from $2,700
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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita
  • Hike over islands covered in cacti
  • Kayak and stand up paddle board
  • Admire distinctive biodiversity
Starts / Ends
Highlands / Bachas Beach
Activity Level
Variable
This 5-day cruise of Galapagos' Southern Islands on the Bonita yacht explores the islands of Espanola, Santa Cruz, San Cristobal and more. Kayak and paddle board along island shores, swim and snorkel among sea lions, and enjoy breathtaking views on hikes.
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Infinity
from $160,450
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Private Charter - North & South Islands Aboard Infinity

8 Day Itinerary aboard Infinity
  • Admire Santa Cruz's marine wildlife
  • Visit the colorful Rabida Island
  • Experience Dragon Hill's beauty
  • Hike through Floreana Island
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Interpretation Center
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the wonderful Galapagos Islands on this 8-day private cruise aboard Infinity. Visit the Interpretation Center of San Cristobal, a sophisticated architectural space destined for natural interpretation of the Galapagos. Scout around Black Turtle Cove, Darwin Bay, and Dragon Hill as you cruise in the archipelago's marine life-rich waters.
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Nap Time on Rabida Island
from $149,477
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Walk at Rabida's red beach
  • Hike Tagus Cove with volcano views
  • See Punta Vicente Roca penguins
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the remote, less-visited western islands of Santa Cruz, Santiago, Rabida, Isabela, and Fernandina on an unforgettable 5-day private cruise aboard the Galapagos Legend small ship.
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The Natural Paradise cruises the enchanted Galapagos Islands
from $108,450
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Natural Paradise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Natural Paradise
  • Snorkel at Bartholomew Island
  • Visit volcanic Rabida Island
  • Relax on Darwin Bay's white beaches
  • View Galapagos hawks & lava lizards
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the Eastern Galapagos Islands on board the Natural Paradise for a private 8-day full exploration of the most recognized locations in the archipelago. Enjoy daily adventure activities such as snorkeling, dinghy rides, hiking, and swimming in the most pristine and wildlife-rich waters.
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Playful sea lions
from $68,374
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Private Charter - Northern Galapagos Journey

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Sea Star
  • Explore Black Turtle Cove
  • Hike Bartolomé volcano summit
  • Walk El Barranco cliffs
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the Galápagos Islands on a 5-day private cruise aboard the Sea Star, exploring Santa Cruz, Bartolomé, Santiago, and nearby islets. Hike scenic trails, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, and encounter flamingos, land iguanas, sea turtles, Galápagos penguins, and diverse bird species.
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