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Sea lion looking off a rock
from $52,720
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands II

5 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I
  • Visit Post Office Bay´s mailbox
  • Swim and snorkel with sea lions
  • Visit Fausto Llerena Center
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Variable
Embark Archipel I for a 5-day private cruise through the eastern islands of the Galapagos. Enjoy the unique green sand beaches of Cormorant point, the abundance of wildlife on Española, and the friendly interaction with Floreana's playful sea lions. These volcanic and wildlife-rich islands are ideal for a vacation.
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Getting ready to land
from $52,720
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Private Charter - Western Islands II

Baltra roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I
  • Snorkel with sea lions
  • Observe white tip sharks
  • Visit Fausto Llerena Center
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Join the Archipel I for a 5-day private cruise of the Western Galapagos Islands. The scenic Santa Cruz, wildlife-rich Isabela, cliff-lined Fernandina, and pristine white sands of Bachas Beach are among the highlights. Swim beside friendly sea lions or stroll through volcanic landscapes teeming with gigantic tortoises, flamingos, iguanas, and penguins.
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Scuba diving in the reefs
from $7,495
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Diving Galapagos

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Sky
  • Dive in Cousins Rocks
  • Take a land tour in Bartolome
  • See horn sharks at Cape Marshall
  • Watch Galapagos Giant Turtles
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Airport
Activities
Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on this 8-day cruise aboard the Galapagos Sky. Enjoy scuba diving adventures in some of the best spots in the world. Tour Bartolome and dive in Cousins Rocks, Wolf Island, Darwin Island and more. Experience wildlife in and out of the water on this scuba tour.
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Green sea turtle swimming
from $6,690
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Northern Galapagos Catamaran Cruise

Bartholomew to Mosquera Islet - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Ocean Spray
  • Visit Bartolomew Pinnacle Rock
  • Trek through mangroves
  • Spot red-footed boobies
  • See Mosquera sea lions
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 5-day Northern Galapagos cruise aboard Grand Ocean Spray. Visit Bartolomew, Genovesa, Santiago, Santa Cruz, and Mosquera. Snorkel at Devil’s Crown, hike volcanic landscapes, and see wildlife. Explore Charles Darwin Research Station and glide through pristine waters rich with marine life.
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Sleepy sea lion on a log
from $5,987
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Eastern Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta
  • Snorkel with fish in Gardner Bay
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Station
  • View lava lizards at Pitt Point
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Introduce yourself to the Galapagos by taking a 5-day cruise to the Eastern Islands. This quick tour aboard the La Pinta features sea lions, red-footed boobies, and giant tortoises.
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Sea lion by the kayaks
from $2,750
Savings
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Eastern Islands

Baltra Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV
  • Explore North Seymour wildlife
  • Visit scenic Gardner Bay
  • Cruise iconic Kicker Rock
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Join the 4-day Tip Top IV expedition from Baltra and explore North Seymour Island, Gardner Bay, Pitt Point, Kicker Rock, and Twin Craters. Encounter iconic Galapagos wildlife, admire spectacular volcanic scenery, and enjoy unforgettable island adventures.
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Sea lions on beach in Rabida
from $2,100
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Northern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II
  • Swim with sea lions at Darwin Bay
  • See Bachas Beach's floating pier
  • Admire El Barranco's amazing views
  • Take a trail to a flamingo lagoon
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Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy an amazing 4-day cruise exploring the highlights of the Norhern Islands of the Galapagos archipelago, including Santa Cruz, Santiago, Genovesa, and Rabida, aboard Nemo II
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Wooden boardwalk in Bartolome
from $166,831
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Private Charter - Islands Circumnavigation Aboard Tip Top IV

Baltra Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV
  • Snorkel & swim in North Seymour
  • Explore Black Turtle Cove
  • Hike to the Pitt Point
  • Visit Sullivan Bay volcanic land
  • Visit El Chato Reserve
  • Explore Pinnacle Rock
  • Explore Isabela
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Experience Baltra, Black Turtle Cove, Darwin Bay, Santa Cruz, Isabela, Floreana, Bartolome, Rabida, and Las Bachas on a 15-day private charter cruise aboard Tip Top IV. Explore mangrove channels, volcanic trails, pristine beaches, and wildlife-rich waters while discovering the Galapagos Islands.
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Iconic wildlife of the Galapagos sunning themselves
from $147,000
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Private Charter - Islands Circumnavigation I

15 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • Walk Los Gemelos craters
  • Observe giant tortoises
  • Explore Sulphur Mines
  • Ascend Pinnacle Rock
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Circumnavigate the Galapagos Islands and experience unique flora and fauna. Take advantage of the opportunities to learn, snorkel, relax and explore on this 15-day private cruise aboard the Cachalote Explorer.
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Sea lion and scuba diver
from $10,750
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Islands Circumnavigation

Baltra Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga
  • Visit Charles Darwin Station
  • Explore San Cristobal
  • Explore Post Office Bay
  • Hike North Seymour
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an immersive journey through the Galápagos Islands aboard the Beluga. Explore a wide range of destinations, including Baltra, Santa Cruz, Isabela, and more. Encounter remarkable wildlife, dramatic volcanic terrain, and vibrant marine ecosystems while enjoying guided excursions and scenic discoveries throughout this 15-day adventure.
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(Santiago)
from $8,250
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Islands Circumnavigation I

15 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer
  • Take a boat ride in Dragon Hill
  • Visit Devil’s Crown
  • Explore Punta Vicente Roca
  • Hike Sierra Negra volcano
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Circumnavigate the Galapagos Islands and experience unique flora and fauna. Take advantage of the opportunities to learn, snorkel, relax and explore on this 15-day cruise aboard the Cachalote Explorer.
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A pair of friendly sea lions
from $11,002
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Galapagos Islands – In Darwin’s Footsteps plus Machu Picchu

Lima to Quito - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Santa Cruz II
  • Discover Machu Picchu
  • Travel Charles Darwin's footsteps
  • Cruise Galapagos Islands
  • Discover wildlife on land and sea
Starts / Ends
Lima / Quito
Activities
Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Biking, Local Market Visits, Citizen Science, Land & Sea Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Travel from Lima, Peru, to the Galapagos and Quito on this 14-day adventure aboard Santa Cruz II. You explore Machu Picchu, Cusco, and the Sacred Valley before cruising the Galapagos Islands and encountering iconic wildlife.
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