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Tortoise
from $5,338
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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Koln
  • Discover Black Turtle Cove
  • Admire Galapagos wildlife
  • Explore Santa Cruz Highlands
  • Visit the Interpretation Center
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Travel to the wildlife-rich shores of Baltra, Santa Cruz Highlands and more on this 8-day tour of the. Board the Koln for a vacation full of unique wildlife, snorkeling, and sightseeing!
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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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Green sea turtle swimming
from $4,217
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Galapagos Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 6 Day Itinerary
  • Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
  • Encounter plentiful wildlife
  • Explore the Galapagos
  • Snorkel diverse marine sanctuaries
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Puerto Villamil / Baltra
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 6-day land-based tour of the Galapagos Islands will take you to Isabela and Santa Cruz Islands as you explore the marine and terrestrial sanctuaries by snorkeling, swimming, and hiking. The unparalleled wildlife that you will encounter includes penguins, marine iguanas, all manner of birds, & countless fish!
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Colorful South Plaza Island
from $2,900
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Central Islands + Genovesa

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
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Embark on a 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard Bonita. Witness South Plazas' wildlife, explore Black Turtle Cove's mangroves, visit highlands for Giant tortoises, and discover Genovesa's seabird colonies. Experience the volcanic landscapes of Bartolome with penguins and frigatebirds. Marvel at unique fauna on this remarkable island adventure.
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Curious sea lion during a snorkeling outing
from $3,368
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Western Galapagos Islands Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Snorkel at the Bolivar Channel
  • Meet Fernandina's endemic species
  • Land on Urbina's black beach
  • Explore Santiago's shores
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
This 5-day all inclusive Galapagos cruise aboard the Coral I or II yachts explore the central and western islands of Santa Cruz, Isabela and Fernandina. Hike among dramatic volcanic landscapes filled with wildlife, and snorkel among marine iguanas, sea turtles, playful sea lions, colorful schools of fish, sharks, and even penguins!
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Swimming sea turtle
from $3,295
FreeFlight
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Western Islands II

Baltra roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I
  • Visit Fausto Llerena Breeding Cente
  • Observe white tip sharks
  • Snorkel with sea lions
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Join the Archipel I on this 5-day voyage cruising across the Western Galapagos Islands, home to giant Galapagos tortoises, manta rays, penguins, whale-sharks, sea lions, and more. Walk along unique white sand beaches, encounter an extraordinary variety of wildlife, and admire amazing volcanic formations.
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Two Galapagos giant tortoises in green foliage
from $7,138
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Galapagos Escape

Quito Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II
  • Snorkel Santa Fe Waters
  • Spot Galapagos penguins
  • Visit Santa Cruz Highlands
  • Hike Santiago Lava Fields
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activities
Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Hiking, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the vibrant islands of the Galápagos through fascinating activities such as walking, kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. The National Geographic Islander II, elevates the Galápagos experience with new levels of style and comfort. 
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Pinnacle rock on Bartolome
from $95,150
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Private Charter - Beyond Darwin's Footsteps Aboard Grace

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace
  • Cruise around Kicker Rock
  • Enjoy friendly sea lions
  • Walk along a green beach
  • Hike to see Galapagos doves
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Close encounters with nature highlight this 8-day private Galapagos cruise onboard the Grace. The islands are teeming with animals that are eager to meet visitors. Explore Espanola, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and other nearby cities! Scuba diving, snorkeling, and kayaking are all popular pastimes in this area.
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Punta Suarez on Espanola Island - lounging iguanas
from $157,345
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Private Charter - Southeast Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Walk on Gardner Bay's beach
  • Try Floreana Post Office tradition
  • Visit Dragon Hill and see wildlife
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 5-day Private Galapagos Charter cruise - Southeast Islands aboard Galapagos Legend for private exploration of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and Mosquera Islet. Hike trails, snorkel reefs, kayak bays, and see giant tortoises, sea lions, albatross, and flamingos.
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Sea lions on beach in Rabida
from $82,450
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Private Charter - North & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Horizon

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon
  • Observe the Pinnacle Rock
  • Snorkel through clear blue waters
  • Visit James Bay
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy an extensive adventure into the unique world of the Galapagos on this incredible 5-day private journey. Admire the incredible natural beauty of this archipelago, sailing to Baltra, Rabida, Santiago, Genovesa, Santa Cruz and more!
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