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Frigatebird in the Galapagos Islands
from $62,000
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Private Charter - 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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Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
This 8-day North & West Islands Galapagos private cruise on the Nemo II explores the wildlife-rich shores of Santa Cruz, Isabela, Santiago, Rabida, and more. Experience a more intimate and profound nature and cruise while enjoying amazing and unexpected encounters with the unique Galapagos wildlife.
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kayaking excursion in the Galapagos Islands
from $11,850
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Northeast and South Islands

Baltra Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Galapagos Eminence
  • Visit Bachas Beach
  • Visit El Barranco and Darwin Bay
  • Explore Kicker Rock
  • Experience snorkeling adventures
  • Explore Suarez Point
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Baltra / Baltra
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Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Galapagos cruise aboard M/C Eminence exploring Baltra, Genovesa, Española Island, Floreana, and San Cristobal. Encounter diverse wildlife, snorkel crystal-clear waters, and explore volcanic islands filled with unforgettable natural scenery.
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from $8,400
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Northeast and Southern Islands

Santa Cruz Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Stella
  • Explore North Seymour wildlife
  • Discover Genovesa bird colonies
  • Relax Bachas Beach lagoon
  • Snorkel Kicker Rock waters
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Baltra / Baltra
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Hiking
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Variable
Join the 8-day Galápagos Northeast and Southern Islands cruise aboard Galaxy Stella. Journey through volcanic islands and diverse wildlife habitats, with highlights including Kicker Rock and the Charles Darwin Research Station.
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Swim alongside playful turtle in crystal-clear currents
from $6,400
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Diving Cruise

Baltra Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Diver III
  • Explore Wolf Island while diving
  • Discover Darwin Arch
  • Discover Shark Bay
  • Explore La Banana dive site
  • Dive into renowned El Derrumbe
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Baltra / Santa Cruz
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Scuba Diving, Whale Watching
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Galapagos expedition aboard Galaxy Diver III from Baltra Airport, Santa Cruz, Wolf Island, and Darwin Arch. Dive into world-class sites and encounter hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, sea lions, and marine iguanas.
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Warm waters of the Galapagos archipelago
from $7,395
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Diving Cruise (Visiting Galapagos)

8 Day Itinerary aboard Calipso
  • Explore Lobos Island
  • Discover Manchena's natural beauty
  • Admire Wolf's underwater widllife
  • Dive at Darwin's Arch
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San Cristobal / San Cristobal
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Variable
Discover the North Central Galapagos Islands on this 8-day voyage, balancing activity and relaxation perfectly in one of the world's premier wildlife-viewing destinations. Dive in the most stunning locations including Cousin Rock, Cape Marshall, Punta Shark Bay, and Cape Douglas.
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Playful sea lions
from $5,592
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Galapagos Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
  • Encounter plentiful wildlife
  • Explore multiple Galapagos islands
  • Snorkel diverse marine sanctuaries
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 8-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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Devil's Crown Galapagos
from $4,280
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Islands Circumnavigation - Naturalist Itinerary

Santa Cruz Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Danubio Azul
  • Snorkel volcanic Devil’s Crown
  • Visit the historic Post Office
  • Encounter Galapagos marine iguanas
  • Watch blue-footed boobies
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Explore the Galapagos Islands Northwest and Southern Loop aboard Danubio Azul on this 8-day expedition. Visit volcanic islands like Isabela and Bartolome, and encounter wildlife from giant tortoises to marine iguanas. Enjoy guided excursions to historic sites, pristine beaches, and remote islets.
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Land Iguana in the Galapagos
from $2,650
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Central Islands

Baltra - San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion
  • Uncover the volcanic origins
  • Explore South Plaza Island
  • Encounter unique land iguanas
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Baltra / San Cristobal Highlands
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Variable
Dive into 5 days of Central Galapagos cruise aboard Galaxy Orion! Uncover WWII relics and frolic with nesting turtles at Bachas Beach. Snorkel vibrant coral reefs teeming with life in Sullivan Bay's underwater paradise. Hike, kayak alongside playful penguins at Punta Pitt, and meet gentle giants in the lush highlands – unforgettable memories await!
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Punta Suarez on Espanola Island - Nazca boobies!
from $123,790
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Private Charter - Northern and Southern Galapagos Cruise

Baltra Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique
  • Explore Black Turtle Cove mangroves
  • View seabirds in Genovesa
  • See Santa Fe land iguanas
  • Join Post Office Bay's tradition
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Set sail on an 8-day Galapagos private charter aboard M/C Monique. Visit Santa Cruz, Española, Floreana, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Genovesa, Santiago, Bartolome, and more. Explore with guided hikes, snorkeling, kayaking, and dinghy rides while spotting giant tortoises, marine iguanas, penguins, boobies, and sea lions.
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A pair of friendly sea lions
from $5,987
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Northern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta
  • Observe giant tortoises
  • Snorkel with sea lions
  • Hike to a red-footed booby colony
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Variable
Board the La Pinta and sail through the Northern Islands of the Galapagos. This 5-day adventure takes you to Santa Cruz, Bartolome, and Genovesa. Enjoy sea lions, sea birds, and giant Galapagos tortoises which first made this island archipelago famous!
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Pinnacle rock in Bartolome
from $4,200
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Central & Southern Islands

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion
  • Uncover the volcanic origins
  • Explore South Plaza Island
  • Encounter unique land iguanas
  • Step into Post Office Bay's history
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Baltra / Charles Darwin Center
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Variable
Dive into an 8-day Central & Southern Islands cruise aboard Galaxy Orion! Uncover WWII relics and frolic with nesting turtles at Bachas Beach. Snorkel vibrant coral reefs teeming with life in Sullivan Bay's underwater paradise. Hike, kayak alongside playful penguins at Punta Pitt, and meet gentle giants in the lush highlands – unforgettable memories await!
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Sea Lion resting on Red Sesuvium
from $4,272
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Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata
  • Strolling on the beach in Mosquera
  • Panga ride visit to Vicente Roca
  • Appreciate landscape on Isabela
  • Observe ecosystems of Santiago
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Baltra / Black Turtle Cove
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Variable
Explore in 5 days Galapagos Islands and navigate on Fragata yacht around Santa Cruz, Isabela and Rabida islands
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