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A male frigatebird rests in the trees of the Galapagos
from $8,516
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Southwestern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi
  • Visit the Interpretation Center
  • Experience the letter exchange
  • Explore Punta Espinoza
  • Snorkel in Tagus Cove
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activities
Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Hiking
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard Anahi for a Southwestern Galápagos Islands adventure. From scenic walks and sea lion encounters in San Cristobal to snorkeling at Devil’s Crown, exploring volcanoes on Isabela, and marveling at unique landscapes on Rábida and Bartolomé, this journey unveils a variety of wildlife and breathtaking vistas.
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Iconic wildlife of the Galapagos sunning themselves
from $12,400
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Galapagos Outer Loop

San Cristobal to San Cristobal - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Origin
  • Explore beaches of the Galapagos
  • Visit lava fields of Sullivan Bay
  • Experience wonders of Española
  • Discover Galapagos Wildlife
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San Cristobal / San Cristobal
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Variable
Embark the luxurious Silver rigin on an 8-day adventure from San Cristobal to San Cristobal. Get to know the islands of Genovesa, North Seymour, Santiago, Fernandina, Isabela Santa Cruz, and Española. 
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Galapagos snorkeling
from $5,850
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Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
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Cruise the Galapagos on the Corals
from $9,931
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Galapagos Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Station
  • Snorkel & swim at Bartolome Island
  • Visit Mosquera Islet's sea lions
  • Hike across Española Island
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
This 15-day cruise covers all the unique wonders of the archipelago including Santa Cruz, Bartolome, Santiago, Isabela, Fernandina, North Seymour, Santa Fe, South Plaza, San Cristobal, Española, and Floreana Islands. Encounter Galapagos giant tortoises, penguins, frigatebirds, blue-footed boobies, sea lions, and more native species.
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Galapagos snorkeling
from $90,000
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Beluga

8 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga
  • Spot incredible wildlife
  • Explore volcanic landscapes
  • See unique species of birds
  • Explore with your private group
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on this exciting 8-day tour of the western islands of this incredible archipelago. The wildlife here is abundant and the landscape is stunning to behold making this an incredible vacation.
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Colorful South Plaza Island
from $90,000
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Beluga

8 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga
  • Admire incredible wildlife
  • See unique bird species
  • Explore with your private group
  • Explore volcanic landscapes
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Baltra / Genovesa
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy this 8-day cruise through the eastern islands of the Galapagos covering some of the most beautiful islands including San Cristobal, South Plaza, Santa Cruz, and Genovesa.
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Sleepy sea lion on a log
from $79,000
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Cachalote Explorer

8 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • Visit a tortoise breeding center
  • Explore Elizabeth Bay
  • Take a hike in Bartolome
  • Snorkel in Isabela
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Discover the Western Islands of the Galapagos on this exciting private tour! Experience the red shores of Rabida and the lava flows on Chinese Hat with your family or friends on this private 8-day cruise aboard the Cachalote Explorer.
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Inca ruins of Machu Picchu in the Andes
from $12,109
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Exploring Galapagos, Machu Picchu and Peru's Land of the Inca

16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endeavour II
  • Encounter incredible wildlife
  • Experience the Galápagos undersea
  • See daybreak over Machu Picchu
  • Explore massive Ollantaytambo
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Link your 9-day small ship-based Galapagos adventure aboard the National Geographic Endeavour II to a 7-day land-based exploration of the archaeological wonders of Machu Picchu and the cultural wonders of Inca Peru, historic and modern. Make the most of your travel time as your expedition team makes the transition effortless for you.
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Kayaking Tagus Cove
from $5,000
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Northwest Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Samba
  • See sea lions on Mosquera
  • Observe the nesting of boobies
  • Explore in the Mangrove forest
  • Hiking and observe the twin craters
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Explore 8 days of relaxing and fun aboard Samba yacht! Visit Genovesa, Isabela, Marchena, Fernandina, Floreana, Santa Cruz. Discover wildlife and the incredible landscapes of the Galapagos Islands!
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Snorkeling girl
from $5,000
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Southeast Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Samba
  • Observe the giant Galapagos turtles
  • Enjoy a volcanic Olivine beach
  • Snorkel around Gardner Island
  • Take incredible photos of landscape
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Enjoy 8 days of relaxing and fun aboard Samba yacht! Visit Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, Santiago, Bartholomew, Rabida and North Seymour. Discover the magnificent wildlife and the incredible landscapes on Galapagos Islands .
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Sally light-foot crab crawling on the beach
from $4,150
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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Solaris
  • Snorkel across Gardner Bay
  • Visit Punta Cormorant
  • Observe Galapagos penguins
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Interpretation Center / Baltra
Activities
Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Join the Solaris on a spectacular 5-day small ship cruise across the Galapagos archipelago. Discover the wildlife-rich shores of San Cristobal, Espanola, Floreana, Santiago, and Santa Cruz. Observe many unique and rare bird species, swim with sea lions, investigate amazing lava flows, and snorkel with beautiful tropical fish.
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Sea lion coming in from a swim
from $3,562
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Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria
  • Witness giant tortoises
  • Follow a path to a forest of cacti
  • Hike to the Sierra Negra Volcano
  • Explore coastal lagoons
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Variable
This cruise to the Western Islands of the Galapagos allows you to witness exciting and unique plants, animals, and landscapes. Swim, hike, and explore on this 8-day tour on the Aida Maria.
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Meeting giant tortoises in the Galapagos
from $307,705
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Private Charter - Western & Eastern Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

9 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Explore Tagus Cove
  • Marvel at Urbina Bay
  • Visit Santa Cruz highlands
  • Encounter diverse wildlife
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a private 9-day Western & Eastern Galapagos Islands trip aboard the Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Discover Bachas Beach, Tagus Cove, Urbina Bay, Espinoza Point, Santiago Island, and more. Witness unique wildlife, hike, snorkel, and savor the stunning natural beauty of the Galapagos Islands.
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Bartolome Island and Pinnacle Rock
from $275,405
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Private Charter - Central East & Southern Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Explore lava tunnels in Santa Cruz
  • Visit Rábida's red sand beach
  • See marine iguanas at Punta Pitt
  • Encounter wildlife at Isla Lobos
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Explore Central East & Southern Islands on this 8-day private cruise aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Visit Baltra and meet giant tortoises. Enjoy geological wonders and encounter diverse wildlife on Rábida, Bartolomé, South Plaza, and Santa Fe. End at Fausto Llerena Breeding Center to see Galápagos tortoises and support conservation efforts.
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Land Iguana
from $275,405
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Private Charter - Northwestern Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Encounter pink flamingos
  • Discover Chinese Hat
  • Explore Genovesa Island
  • Visit Bachas beach
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a private 8-day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Northwestern Galapagos Islands. Explore unique wildlife, including giant tortoises and lava tunnels. Visit Cerro Dragón, Chinese Hat, Genovesa, and more. Enjoy birdwatching, snorkeling, and diverse wildlife encounters. Finally, visit North Seymour before heading to Baltra for your flight home.
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Galapagos penguin on a rock
from $248,805
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Private Charter - Southern & Northern Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

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
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
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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Flamingo Lagoon
from $175,750
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Relax and swim at Bachas Beach
  • Spot flightless cormorants at Tagus
  • Visit Darwin's Lake and snorkel
  • Witness flightless cormorants
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Set off on a 5-day private Western Islands Galapagos cruise aboard the Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Begin at Baltra and sail to Bachas Beach for wildlife encounters. Explore Tagus Cove, Urbina Bay, Espinoza Point, and Vicente Roca Point, discovering rich marine life. Conclude with a visit to North Seymour Island before disembarking in Baltra.
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Pinnacle rock in Bartolome
from $175,750
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Private Charter - Central East Islands Aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

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
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 5-day private 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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