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Land Iguana in the Galapagos
from $2,527
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Galapagos Northeast Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Explore the Charles Darwin Station
  • Visit Mosquera Islet´s sea lions
  • Walk in South Plaza´s cactus forest
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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Variable
Spend 4 days cruising the northeast islands of the Galapagos and experience the best of the archipelago, visiting a variety of locations such as the Charles Darwin Station, Mosquera Islet, North Seymour, San Cristobal, and more! Delight yourself with close encounters with the Galapagos tortoises, sea lions, sharks, and blue-footed boobies.
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Kayaking in Galapagos
from $21,980
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East & West Galapagos

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mare
  • Enjoy Daphne Island's view
  • Visit sea lions in Mosquera Islet
  • Discover Caleta Tagus
  • Explore Punta Moreno's lava rocks
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
From Baltra to Santa Cruz, board Aqua Mare for an East and West Galapagos expedition that takes you to the most important sights of the Enchanted Islands. Tour El Barranco, Bahía Sullivan, Cerro Dragón, El Chato Giant Tortoise Reserve, Punta Suarez, Sante Fé, Puerto Ayora, Punta Cormorant, Punta Espinoza, North Seymour Island, and more.
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Snorkeling the tropical waters of the Galapagos islands.
from $21,980
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West & East Galapagos

Santa Cruz - Baltra - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mare
  • Enjoy Daphne Island's view
  • Visit Mosquera Islet
  • Discover Caleta Tagus
  • Explore Punta Moreno's lava rocks
Starts / Ends
Puerto Ayora / Punta Suarez
Activity Level
Variable
From Santa Cruz to Baltra, embark on the ultimate bucket-list East & West Galapagos voyage onboard Aqua Mare. Explore Floreana, Isabela, Santiago, Santa Cruz, Mosquera, Española, and Plaza Sur.
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See giant tortoises in the Galapagos
from $91,450
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Private Charter - Northern & Southern Islands Aboard Galapagos Angel

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Angel
  • Explore lush Santa Cruz highland
  • Marvel at blue-footed boobies
  • Witness North Seymour's wildlife
  • Explore Darwin Bay's mangrove trail
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Set off on an 8-day private cruise and explore the Northern and Southern Galapagos Islands aboard the Galapagos Angel. Highlights include North Seymour's unique geology, El Barranco's species, Egas Port fur seals, and Suarez Point wildlife. Relax at Gardner Bay, Santa Fe's viewpoints, and discover Black Turtle Cove.
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from $93,450
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Private Charter - Western & Southern Islands Aboard Galapagos Angel

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Angel
  • Explore Bachas Beach
  • Hike Dragon Hill on Santa Cruz
  • Discover Elizabeth Bay's islets
  • Observe flightless cormorants
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the Western & Southern Galapagos on a private 8-day cruise aboard the Galapagos Angel. Uncover Bachas Beach, Mosquera Islet's sea lions, Espinoza Point's cormorants, and Tagus Cove's vistas. Enjoy snorkeling at Devil’s Crown, hike Sierra Negra Volcano, and encounter unique wildlife at Dragon Hill and Cormorant Point.
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What a life!
from $56,978
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Aida Maria

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria
  • Explore the beaches of Las Bachas
  • Visit Black Turtle Cove
  • Snorkel by Cerro Dragon
  • Navigate around Kicker Rock
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Variable
Travel aboard the Aida Maria to the stunning Galapagos Islands. Witness a sea turtle nesting area, swim with penguins, see a variety of birds and wildlife, and explore lava flows on this 8-day private charter cruise adventure for up to 16-passengers.
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Sea lions on beach in Rabida
from $45,787
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Private Charter - Galapagos Central Islands Aboard Corals

4 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Station
  • Explore Dragon Hill's wildlife
  • Snorkel & swim at Bartolome Island
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
During this 4-day private cruise explore the North Central islands of the Galapagos and visit the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, home to the Galapagos giant tortoise and where the famous Lonesome George used to live. Walk through trails escorted by endemic land iguanas, mockingbirds, and Darwin´s finches, snorkel in crystalline waters and more!
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Land Iguana in the Galapagos
from $45,787
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Private Charter - Galapagos Northeast Islands Aboard Corals

4 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Explore the Charles Darwin Station
  • Visit Mosquera Islet´s sea lions
  • Walk in South Plaza´s cactus forest
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
Delight yourself with close encounters with the Galapagos tortoises, sea lions, sharks, and blue-footed boobies during this 4-day private cruise across the northeast islands of the Galapagos and experience the best of the archipelago, visiting a variety of locations such as the Charles Darwin Station, Mosquera Islet, North Seymour, San Cristobal, and more!
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Panoramic view of Qorikancha during Inti Raymi, showcasing Inca stonework and the Santo Domingo convent in Cusco
from $15,319
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Galapagos by Catamaran, Machu Picchu and Peru's Land of the Inca

16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Delfina
  • Observe rare island wildlife
  • Kayak pristine coastlines
  • Explore volcanic landscapes
  • Visit historic Lima landmarks
  • Tour Sacred Valley sites
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Ecuador / Lima
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Land & Sea Exploration, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration
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Variable
Embark on a 16-day Galápagos cruise to Machu Picchu, combining wildlife encounters and legendary Inca landmarks. Cruise aboard National Geographic Delfina, visit iconic islands, and discover Peru’s Sacred Valley, Cusco, and ancient Machu Picchu.
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Colorful crabs in the Galapagos islands
from $12,419
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Islands Circumnavigation - East

San Cristobal to Mosquera - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Ocean Spray
  • Observe sea lions in Lobos Island
  • Circumnavigate Kicker Rock
  • Explore Witch Hill beach
  • Swim with penguins in Bartolome
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day eastern Galapagos Islands cruise aboard the Grand Ocean Spray. Visit Kicker Rock, Pitt Point, Floreana, and Santa Cruz. Encounter sea lions, penguins, and blue-footed boobies while snorkeling, kayaking, and walking across volcanic landscapes. Experience diverse wildlife and iconic landmarks.
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Sea lion on Santiago Island in the Galapagos
from $8,800
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Western Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Passion
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Station
  • Uncover Floreana's rich history
  • Snorkel at Devils Crown
  • Witness unique wildlife
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Relaxed
Embark on an 8-day Western Galapagos Islands cruise aboard M/Y Passion. Explore Santa Cruz, visit the Charles Darwin Station, and snorkel at Devils Crown. Discover Floreana's history, Isabela's diverse landscapes, and unique wildlife on Fernandina and Santiago Islands, and relax at beautiful beaches. Disembark after an incredible adventure.
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Snorkel the crystal, warm waters of the Galapagos archipelago
from $5,536
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Eastern & Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Visit Bachas Beach
  • Observe swimming fur seals
  • Set foot on dark-red sand beaches
  • Snorkel at the Bolivar Channel
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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activity Level
Variable
Join the crew of the Galapagos Legend for an 8-day unique adventure on the enchanted islands. Let yourself be captivated by the unusual 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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Green sea turtle swimming
from $7,095
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Southern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Visit Tijeretas Hill bird colony
  • Discover Floreana Island's beaches
  • Snorkel with sea lions
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 4-day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise to the Eastern Galapagos Islands. Explore San Cristóbal, and visit Tijeretas Hill. Enjoy Gardner Bay and Punta Suárez on Española, then discover unique beaches, flamingos, and marine life at Punta Cormorant on Floreana. Conclude your journey at the Charles Darwin Research Station and fly back home.
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Giant Tortoise
from $5,370
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Galapagos Southeast & North Central Islands

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
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the best of the southeastern and north central islands of the Galapagos, on this 8-day cruise aboard the Corals. Enjoy the highlights of the extraordinary San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz and Rabida, and take part in a diverse list of activities as snorkeling, hiking, and swimming.
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Frigate bird showing off
from $5,338
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Western Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Koln
  • Explore North Seymour Island
  • Hike Bartolome Island
  • Observe wildlife at James Bay
  • Encounter penguins at Tagus Cove
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Experience the best of the West Galapagos on an 8-day Koln cruise. Enjoy orientation sessions, snacks, and meals while exploring various islands. Observe unique wildlife, go swimming, snorkeling, or kayaking. Visit reserves, farms, and research centers before concluding the trip with a visit to Playa Las Bachas.
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Moreno Point, Isabela Island, Galapagos
from $4,900
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Northern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo III
  • Take a paga ride on Genovesa
  • Snorkel and kayak at Sullivan Bay
  • Visit a blue-footed booby colony
  • Meet Galapagos giant tortoises
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy an 8-day magical Galapagos Islands cruise aboard Nemo III! Discover the North Islands Genovesa, the coast of Santiago, Isabela and Fernandina. Walk, swim, and snorkel next to frigatebirds, blue-footed boobies, iguanas, penguins, giant tortoises & sea lions.
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Sea lion on the beach of Espanola Island
from $3,150
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Southern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi
  • Explore the Interpretation Center
  • Observe Frigate birds
  • Discover Punta Suárez's wildlife
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 4-day Southern Galapagos Islands cruise aboard Anahi. Explore San Cristobal's Interpretation Center and 'La Colina de las Fragatas'. Encounter diverse wildlife at Punta Suárez and Bahía Gardner. Visit Punta Cormorant's flamingo lagoon and snorkel at Devil's Crown. Discover Bahía "Post Office" and Asilo de la Paz.
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Isabela rock with birds
from $11,600
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Darwin's Discoveries: The Galapagos Islands with Quito

Quito Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta (UC)
  • Explore UNESCO Quito city
  • Hike Seymour Norte island
  • Visit Floreana Post Office
  • Snorkel Isabela Fernandina waters
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Quito / Baltra
Activities
Whale Watching, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Experience a 9-day cruise from Quito to the Galapagos Islands, combining a guided exploration of UNESCO-listed Quito with a cruise aboard La Pinta. Visit historic plazas, churches, and viewpoints before flying to the islands. Explore Seymour Norte, Isabela, Fernandina, Rabida, Santa Cruz, and Floreana via hikes, snorkeling, and panga rides.
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