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Flamingo Lagoon
from $9,990
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West & Central Islands + Genovesa

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic
  • Walk volcanic lava fields
  • Climb Prince Philip’s Steps
  • Explore Rabida's beach and lagoon
  • Stop at Tupiza Center for tortoises
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Galapagos cruise aboard the M/C Endemic. Visit key locations like Santa Cruz, Isabela, Genovesa, and Fernandina. Hike volcanic terrain, snorkel with sea life, and spot rare birds and tortoises. This 8-day itinerary includes guided activities, landings, and wildlife viewing across diverse ecosystems.
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Pinnacle Rock of Bartolome Island
from $9,445
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East & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon
  • Visit Lobos Island
  • Discover the volcanic Pitt Point
  • Admire Bachas beautiful lava shores
  • Hike through mangroves
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San Cristobal Interpretation Center / North Seymour
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Board the Galapagos Horizon for a Galapagos circumnavigation tour. This 8-day adventure visits the islands of San Cristobal, Espanola, Rabida, Genovesa, and North Seymour, and offers stunning encounters with wildlife. Immerse yourself in the clear blue water, and witness ever-curious sea lions, and famed blue-footed boobies.
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Land Iguana, Galapagos Islands
from $8,290
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Northern and Southern Galapagos Cruise

Baltra Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique
  • Explore Black Turtle Cove Mangroves
  • Explore Santa Fe Iguana trails
  • Hike Punta Suarez and see wildlife
  • Spot Gardner Bay sea lions
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Discover the Galapagos Islands aboard M/C Monique on an 8-day cruise. Explore Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, Genovesa, Santiago, and more. Enjoy guided hikes, snorkeling, kayaking, and wildlife encounters, including giant tortoises, sea lions, marine iguanas, and seabirds.
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Wildlife viewing and tours of the Galapagos islands
from $4,800
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Northeast Islands

Santa Cruz to San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Stella
  • Explore North Seymour wildlife
  • Hike Barranco lava cliffs
  • Explore Darwin Bay ecosystem
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
Activities
Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Join this 5-day Galapagos Northeast Islands cruise aboard Galaxy Stella. Experience the Galápagos Islands through diverse wildlife encounters and breathtaking island landscapes. Explore iconic sites from North Seymour to Kicker Rock with unforgettable hiking and snorkeling adventures.
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Gardner Bay, Espanola
from $5,695
UP TO 25%
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Central East & Southern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Snorkel at Chinese Hat’s beach
  • Champion Islet reef snorkeling
  • Snorkel with rays and sea lions
  • See giant tortoises in Santa Cruz
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Sail through the Galapagos Islands on an 8-day cruise aboard the M/Y Monserrat and encounter rare wildlife across volcanic islands. Every landing reveals iconic Galapagos species and rugged landscapes.
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Sea Lion resting on Red Sesuvium
from $5,370
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Galapagos Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Discover Vicente Roca Point
  • Take a dinghy ride along Isabela
  • Explore the volcanic Urbina Bay
  • Visit Santa Fe's sea lion colonies
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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Variable
​Join an 8-day cruise exploring the magical secrets of the Galapagos archipelago, visiting incredible locations, and indulging yourself in the exotic beauty of the unique landscapes that only the Galapagos can offer.
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Galapagos penguin swimming underwater
from $5,295
up to 20%
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Northwestern Islands I

8 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I
  • Encounter an array of wildlife
  • See Fausto Llerena Breeding Center
  • Hike through a volcanic landscape
  • Snorkel with sea lions
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Explore the Galapagos on this 8-day cruise through the northwestern islands. This journey allows you to experience the picturesque beauty, exciting wildlife, and unique landscapes of this famous archipelago. Explore rocky coastlines, volcanic landscapes, beaches, and forest trails while viewing abundant wildlife.
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Kayaking at Camping Manglecito
from $5,902
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Galapagos Experience

6 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak to Manglecito Beach
  • Visit Wizard Hill beach and Kicker
  • See giant tortoises in highlands
  • Enjoy Bahia Ballena tour
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San Cristobal / Puerto Ayora
Activity Level
Moderate
Embark on a 6-day adventure in the Galapagos Islands, starting with kayaking from San Cristobal to Manglecito Beach. Explore pristine beaches, snorkel at Kicker Rock, and encounter unique wildlife including blue-footed boobies, sea lions, and Galapagos tortoises.
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Sea lion on the beach of Espanola Island
from $6,100
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Northeast & Southeastern Islands

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy
  • Observe blue-footed boobies
  • Snorkel at Kicker Rock
  • Snorkel at Devil’s Crown
  • Observe giant tortoises roaming
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Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 8-day Northeast & Southeastern Islands cruise aboard Galaxy to explore North Seymour, Bartolome, Genovesa, and San Cristobal Islands. Encounter unique wildlife, snorkel among marine species, hike volcanic terrains and relax on white-sand beaches.
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Sea lion by the kayaks
from $3,885
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Northeast Islands

Baltra - San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi
  • Encounter sea lions up close
  • Climb Prince Phillip's Steps
  • Swim and relax on Bachas beach
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Baltra / Cerro Colorado
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Variable
Explore and discover the captivating islands during your 5-day Northeast Galapagos Islands cruise aboard the Anahi. Immerse yourself in days filled with hiking, snorkeling, and guided tours led by your naturalist guide, who will enlighten you about the diverse wildlife inhabiting these islands.
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Sea lions bask in the sun on the beach
from $3,313
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Eastern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Koln
  • Explore Twin Craters
  • Wander through the charming town
  • Visit Baroness Point
  • Encounter diverse wildlife
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Baltra / Mosquera
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the wonders of the Eastern Galapagos Islands aboard Koln on a 5-day cruise. Explore Twin Craters, Post Office Bay, and Cormorant Point. Observe marine birds at Punta Suarez and sea lions at Gardner Bay. Sail around Kicker Rock, visit Cerro Brujo, and Mosquera Islet.
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Blue-footed booby mating dance
from $86,640
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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Alya

6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya
  • Observe Galapagos giant tortoises
  • See the blue-footed boobies dance
  • Look for Galapagos penguins
  • Cruise along Moreno Point
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Bachas Beach
Activities
Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Board the Alya on this 6-day private cruise of the Western Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including the Tortoise Breeding Center on Santa Cruz, snorkeling in Elizabeth Bay on Isabela, kayaking around Urbina Bay at Fernandina, and hiking the Chinese Hat Islet near the southeast coast of Santiago, plus much more.
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