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Sea lion in galapagos
from $13,095
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Southern & Northern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Enjoy exploring Española Island
  • Discover Floreana's beaches
  • Interact with the playful sea lion
  • Explore Genovesa Island
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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Join the 7-Day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Eastern & Central Galapagos, beginning on San Cristóbal Island. Explore Tijeretas, Gardner Bay, Punta Suárez, and Floreana. Snorkel at Champion Islet, then visit Genovesa Island. Conclude at Black Turtle Cove, disembarking in Baltra, marking the end of your unforgettable journey.
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Blue-footed boobies perched on volcanic rocks
from $7,845
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South & East Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon
  • Explore the highlands of Santa Cruz
  • Spot blue-footed boobies
  • Stroll along Gardner Bay
  • Visit La Galapaguera
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Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Kayaking
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Variable
Embark on a 7-day exploration cruise with Galapagos Horizon, visiting iconic sites like Twin Craters and Post Office Bay. Encounter diverse wildlife, snorkel in pristine waters, and delve into the islands' rich natural and human history.
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Sea lions bask in the sun on the beach
from $111,790
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Private Charter - North & Central Islands + Floreana Aboard M/C Galapagos Endemic

6 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic
  • Climb Prince Philip’s Steps
  • Discover North Seymour Island
  • Admire Red and Blue-footed Boobies
  • Swim & snorkel across clear waters
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Discover the North and Central Galapagos Islands' natural beauty and wildlife on a 6-day cruise aboard the M/C Endemic. Sail across some of the most emblematic islands of Baltra, Bartholomew, Floreana, North Seymour, Santa Cruz, and Genovesa. Enjoy snorkeling, boating, bird-watching, and island exploration with a native national park guide.
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Colorful South Plaza Island
from $90,000
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga
  • Explore Baltra highlands route
  • Visit El Junco lake
  • Hike Punta Suarez cliffs
  • Snorkel Devil’s Crown crater
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Set sail aboard the Beluga on an 8-day eastern journey through the Galápagos Islands, visiting stunning islands such as San Cristóbal Island, South Plaza Island, Santa Cruz Island, and Genovesa Island.
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Chinese Hat (Sombrero Chino) Island, Galapagos
from $87,826
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Tip Top IV

8 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV
  • Visit Charles Darwin Center
  • Sail around Kicker Rock
  • Explores Rabida its landscapes
  • Sunbathe in Las Bachas Beach
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the Galapagos Islands aboard Tip Top IV during this 8-day private cruise, where you'll enjoy the snorkeling in South Plaza, a panga ride in Turtle Cove, the Hill at Pitt Point and excursions on Chinese Hat, Sullivan Bay, and Santa Fe.
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Floreana Island
from $87,826
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Tip Top IV

Santa Cruz Island to Mosquera - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV
  • Black Turtle Cove exploration
  • Champion Islet snorkeling adventure
  • Spot Tagus Cove penguin
  • Join Espinoza Point wildlife walk
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
This Galapagos private cruise aboard the Tip Top IV takes you beyond the highlights of the Western Islands with 8 days of exciting activity! Enjoy the company of friendly sea lions while snorkeling and make friends with the gentle giant tortoises in Isabela and Santa Cruz.
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Sea lion on a pristine beach
from $79,000
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • Explore Los Gemelos craters
  • Walk South Plazas trails
  • Hike Gardner Bay cliffs
  • Ascend Bartolomé Pinnacle Rock
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Sail across the Eastern Galapagos Islands on the16-passenger Cachalote Explorer. Spend time learning about the history of the island and watch as seabirds soar and sea lions play on this 8-day private tour.
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The iconic feet of a Blue-Footed Booby
from $44,080
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Private Charter - Central Islands + Genovesa Aboard Bonita

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita
  • Zodiac ride in Black Turtle Cove
  • Explore Darwin Bay´s coasts
  • Hike through South Plaza
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South Plaza Island / North Seymour
Activity Level
Variable
Journey to the western islands of the Galapagos archipelago on this 5-day cruise designed for families with children, visiting Genovesa, Santa Cruz, and Bartolome! Encounter the archipelago's unique wildlife in their natural habitat and take the opportunity to snorkel in pristine waters, swim with sea lions, and see the famed Galapagos tortoises.
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South Plaza Island
from $9,250
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Central East Islands

Baltra - San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Explore the Santa Cruz highlands
  • Hike to Bartolomé's summit
  • Land at South Plaza for forest walk
  • Greet playful sea lions
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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 5-day cruise from Baltra to San Cristobal aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Central East Galapagos Islands. Explore Santa Cruz's highlands and lava tunnels, Rábida's red sand beach, Bartolomé's volcanic panoramas, and South Plaza's land iguanas. Discover more flora and fauna while enjoying up-close wildlife encounters.
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Wildlife in the Galapagos
from $5,845
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North & Central Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon
  • Observe the Pinnacle Rock
  • Snorkel through clear blue waters
  • Visit James Bay
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Enjoy an extensive adventure into the unique world of the Galapagos on this incredible 5-day journey. Admire the incredible natural beauty of this archipelago sailing pass Baltra, Rabida, Santiago, Genovesa, Santa Cruz and more!
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A boating tour getting ready to leave the shore.
from $3,472
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Western Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Watch Bachas Beach sea lions
  • Visit Rabida's red sand beaches
  • Snorkel with sea turtles
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 5-day Galapagos Western Islands cruise aboard Galapagos Legend to visit Santa Cruz, Santiago, Rabida, Isabela, and Fernandina. Walk volcanic trails, snorkel with penguins, kayak near sea lions, and see giant tortoises. Explore red-sand beaches, black lava shores, and pristine coves with expert-led excursions.
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Sea Lions on the beach at Gardner Bay, Galapagos Islands
from $3,472
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Southeast Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Visit San Cristobal Interpretation
  • Explore Gardner Bay White Beach
  • See Punta Suarez Albatross colony
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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the south-eastern islands of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz on this 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard Galapagos Legend. Visit interpretation centers, see albatross, flamingos, sea lions, and giant tortoises. Experience a mix of wildlife encounters and natural highlights across diverse Galapagos landscapes in one expedition.
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