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Sea lions on Fernandina Island
from $44,080
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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Bonita

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita
  • Hike over islands covered in cacti
  • Kayak and stand up paddle board
  • Admire distinctive biodiversity
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Santa Cruz Highlands / Bachas Beach
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This 5-day private 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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Exploring the Galapagos - Kicker Rock
from $6,190
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Northern Islands Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite
  • Visit Charles Darwin R. Station
  • Snorkel across Darwin Bay
  • Discover the beautiful Kicker Rock
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Baltra / San Cristobal
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Variable
Board the Elite for a 5-Day sailing expedition across one of the most unique archipelagos on the planet, the Galapagos Islands. Experience the beauty and natural charm of these volcanic islands while visiting Santa Cruz, Genovesa, Rabida and San Cristobal.
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Wildlife in the Galapagos
from $66,120
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Bonita

7 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita
  • Discover Dragon Hill
  • Visit Espumilla Beach
  • See unique wildlife at Vicente Roce
  • Hike across Urbina Bay
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Los Gemelos (Twin Craters)
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Embark on a Galapagos cruise aboard the Bonita for a private expedition. This 7-day tour of the western islands takes you to white beaches, secluded lagoons, and pristine snorkeling locations for an unforgettable week-long tour of the Galapagos.
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A distant view of Kicker Rock
from $4,350
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Western Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita
  • Discover Dragon Hill
  • Visit Espumilla Beach
  • See unique wildlife at Vicente Roce
  • Hike across Urbina Bay
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Baltra / Charles Darwin Center
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Variable
Embark on a Galapagos cruise aboard the Bonita. This 7-day tour of the western islands takes you to white beaches, secluded lagoons, and pristine snorkeling locations for an unforgettable week-long tour of the Galapagos.
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Two frigate birds
from $69,920
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Private Charter - Northern Islands Aboard Alya

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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Variable
The Galapagos Islands are teeming with sea life including blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, land and marine iguanas, sea lions, and penguins. Sail to one of the most unique archipelagos in the world on this 5-day private Galapagos Islands expedition aboard the Alya.
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Sea Lions lounging in Buccaneer Cove
from $2,900
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Western Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II
  • Ride a zodiac in Tagus Cove
  • Explore the cliffs of Isabela
  • Climb Prince Phillip's Steps
  • Take a trail to a flamingo lagoon
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
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Get close to giant tortoises on a tour of the Western Islands Discover the history behind Buccaneer Cove and take a stroll along a coral reef on this 5-day cruise aboard the Nemo II.
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Family fun in the Galapagos
from $14,495
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Northwestern Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 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
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Embark on an 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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A kayaking trip to see the local bird life of the Galapagos.
from $9,950
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In the Steps of Darwin

8 Day Itinerary aboard Evolution
  • Discover Daphne Major´s birdlife
  • Snorkel on Isabela Island
  • Meet Urbina´s Bay unique wildlife
  • Walk the white beach of Las Bachas
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Baltra / San Cristobal Interpretation Center
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Discover all of the Galapagos wildlife that made the Islands famous and inspired Charles Darwin´s theory of evolution. Snorkel, swim, or kayak on the pristine crystal waters and experience amazing animal encounters, including playful sea lions, frigate birds, iguanas, blue footed boobies, penguins, and giant tortoises.
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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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Wildlife viewing and tours of the Galapagos islands
from $5,100
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Northeast Islands

Santa Cruz to San Cristobal - 6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy
  • Hike volcanic lava trails
  • Observe giant tortoises grazing
  • Discover finches and mockingbirds
  • Explore red-sand beaches
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Variable
Embark on a 6-day Northeast Galapagos Islands cruise aboard EcoGalaxy. Visit Baltra, Bartolome, Genovesa, Santa Cruz, and more. Snorkel with turtles, hike lava fields, explore bird colonies, and encounter giant tortoises. Experience wildlife up close aboard a guided adventure that highlights the region’s volcanic landscapes and rich biodiversity.
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Sally light-foot crab in the Galapagos Islands
from $5,100
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Western Islands

Santa Cruz Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy
  • Snorkel with sea turtles
  • See Espinoza Point's wildlife
  • Observe Santa Cruz giant tortoises
  • See Buccaneer Cove’s cliffs
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Whale Watching
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Variable
Set sail on a 6-day expedition aboard EcoGalaxy through the western Galapagos Islands. Visit Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, and Santiago. Snorkel with penguins, turtles, and sea lions, and hike to see iguanas, flamingoes, and flightless cormorants in their natural habitats.
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A pair of Blue Footed Boobies
from $4,500
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North & West Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II
  • Ride a zodiac in Tagus Cove
  • Explore the cliffs of Isabela
  • Climb Prince Phillip's Steps
  • Take a trail to a flamingo lagoon
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Get close to giant tortoises on a tour of the North & West Islands. Discover the history behind Buccaneer Cove and take a stroll along a coral reef on this 8-day cruise aboard the Nemo II.
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Wildlife in the Galapagos
from $256,079
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Private Charter - East & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Explore beautiful beaches
  • Learn Galapagos history
  • Admire Genovesa's wildlife
  • See Darwin Bay red-footed boobies
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Variable
Sail privately through the Galapagos Islands on an 8-day charter aboard the M/V Galapagos Legend. Explore Española, Floreana, Genovesa, San Cristobal, and Santa Cruz. Encounter giant tortoises, red-footed boobies, and marine iguanas. Snorkel Devil’s Crown, kayak near cliffs, and walk pristine beaches.
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Giant Tortoise
from $99,358
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Private Charter - Galapagos Southeast & North Central Islands Aboard Corals

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit Jacinto Gordillo Center
  • Snorkel and sunbathe in Cerro Brujo
  • View impressive volcanic landscapes
  • Explore a “Turtle Sanctuary”
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Variable
This 8-day Southeast & North Central Galapagos private cruise aboard the Corals takes you across the highlights of the extraordinary San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and Rabida. Encounter fascinating native wildlife such as giant tortoises, sea lions, flamingos, blue-footed boobies, pelicans, and iguanas while you swim, snorkel or hike.
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Galapagos by Catamaran: An Intimate Voyage

Ecuador Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Delfina
  • See wildlife and landscapes
  • See Galapagos sea lions
  • See flightless cormorant
  • Visit giant tortoises
Starts / Ends
Guayaquil / Guayaquil
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Set sail on a 10-day Galapagos cruise adventure aboard National Geographic Delfina. Encounter diverse wildlife, from playful sea lions to rare Galapagos penguins, amidst stunning volcanic landscapes and pristine beaches.
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Floreana Island
from $5,536
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East & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Explore beautiful beaches
  • Visit Charles Darwin Station
  • Admire Genovesa's wildlife
  • Snorkel among green sea turtles
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Variable
This unforgettable 8-day cruise offers amazing wildlife viewing such as the Galapagos giant tortoise, marine iguanas and playful sea lions. Set sail upon the comfortable Galapagos Legend with 100 guests, a pool, and several luxury-class amenities.
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Punta Suarez, Espanola
from $4,190
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Galapagos Southern & Eastern Islands

Baltra to San Cristobal - 4 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique
  • Visit Santa Cruz highlands
  • Kayak along coastal coves
  • Walk Punta Suarez seabird cliffs
  • Spot Gardner Bay sea lions
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Hiking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Discover the Galapagos Islands on a 4-day cruise aboard M/C Monique. Visit Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, and San Cristobal. Explore research stations, volcanic landscapes, beaches, and reefs with guided walks, snorkeling, and wildlife encounters.
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A snorkeler walking along a white sandy beach.
from $2,250
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Northern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria
  • Take a tour around Darwin Bay
  • Snorkel off the beach of Las Bachas
  • View Daphne Island, a volcanic cone
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Take an economical 5-day Galapagos cruise around the northern islands, including spectacular Bartolome Island!
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