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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
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Scuba Diving
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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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Overlook at Pitt Point
from $4,390
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San Cristobal, Floreana & Santa Cruz

4 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray
  • Visit Lobos Island
  • Admire Galapagos unique wildlife
  • Discover Devil's Crown
Starts / Ends
Isla Lobos / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the spectacular Galapagos Islands on this 4-day small ship cruise aboard the Ocean Spray. Observe the unique wildlife and breathtaking landscapes of this stunning archipelago, visiting San Cristobal, Floreana, and Santa Cruz.
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Sea lion by the kayaks
from $2,750
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Eastern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV
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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
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
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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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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
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 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
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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
Snorkeling, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Biking, Local Market Visits, Citizen Science, Land & Sea Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits
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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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from $149,190
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Private Charter - Western & Eastern Islands Aboard M/C Elite

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite
  • Snorkel & Kayak across Tintoreras
  • Discover Sierra Negra volcano
  • Bird watching at North Seymour
  • Visit the beautiful Junco Lagoon
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Interpretation Center
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching
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Variable
Join the M/C Elite on a spectacular 8-day Eastern and Western Galapagos private cruise. Explore isolated islands and remote visitor points to see unique wildlife. Observe blue-footed boobies and frigate birds in North Seymour, spot Galapagos hawks and flightless cormorants in Urbina Bay, and see marine iguanas feeding underwater in Fernandina.
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The Ocean Spray
from $129,690
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Private Charter - Islands Circumnavigation - East Aboard Ocean Spray

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray
  • Explore Witch Hill
  • Swim with reef fish
  • Visit Cormorant Point
  • Snorkel in clear water
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Witness Kicker Rock, Pitt Point and Post Office Bay aboard the Ocean Spray. This 8-day private cruise allows you to circumnavigate the East Galapagos Islands and discover highlights of the region, from stunning volcanic landscapes to vibrant wildlife.
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