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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
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San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Interpretation Center
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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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Swallow-tailed gull and baby chick - South Plaza Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
from $77,490
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Private Charter - Northern and Central Galapagos Cruise

San Cristobal to Baltra - 5 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique
  • Spot Santa Fe land iguanas
  • Visit the Kicker Rock cliffs
  • Explore Bartolomew Island
  • Visit Black Turtle Cove mangroves
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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Charter the M/C Monique for a private Galápagos journey across San Cristobal, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Genovesa, Santiago, and Santa Cruz. Explore volcanic landscapes, snorkel with sea lions, spot iguanas and sharks, and walk among seabird colonies. Experience wildlife-rich habitats, secluded snorkeling spots, and conservation sites.
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Swimming side by side with an amazing sea turtle.
from $42,682
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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Tip Top IV

4 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV
  • Visit Suarez Point
  • Walk Pitt Point trails
  • Explore Witch Hill
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Join a 4-day charter cruise aboard Tip Top IV 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 lion on the beach
from $5,700
Savings
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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Sirius
  • Snorkel with fish and sea lions
  • Send a mail from Post Office Bay
  • Learn about the island's past
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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Variable
Join the Galaxy Sirius on a fully inclusive 5-day cruise through the Galapagos Islands, and discover the wonders of the Southern Islands including Floreana, Espanola, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, and Santa Cruz. Experience the thrill of snorkeling among sea turtles, playful sea lions, marine iguanas, rare and colorful fish, sharks, and even penguins.
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South Plaza Island
from $5,190
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Northern and Central Galapagos Cruise

San Cristobal to Baltra - 5 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique
  • Panoramic views at Pinnacle Rock
  • Explore Santa Fe's cactus forests
  • Spot South Plaza birdlife haven
  • Explore Sullivan Bay
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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on a 5-day Northern and Central Galapagos Islands cruise aboard the M/C Monique. Explore San Cristobal, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Genovesa, Santiago, and Santa Cruz. Walk volcanic trails, kayak along rugged coastlines, and snorkel with sea lions, rays, turtles, and reef sharks.
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Mosquera Islet Island on a clear sunny day, beach and ocean view, Galapagos Ecuador
from $2,670
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Central and Western Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata
  • Hike & observe wildlife on Mosquera
  • Panga ride visit to Vicente Roca
  • Snorkeling and observe penguins
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Charles Darwin Center
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Variable
Sail along Galapagos islands on Fragata yacht, and discover in 5 days the magic of this heavenly place, visit Isbela, Fernandina, Santiago and Santa Cruz.
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Enjoy a blissful snorkeling trip.
from $6,195
FreeFlight
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Western Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Treasure of Galapagos
  • Hike Dragon Hill on Santa Cruz
  • Appreciate Isabela's wetlands
  • Observe diverse wildlife
  • Snorkel, swim & hike the Galapagos
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
This 7-day Western Islands cruise on the ship, Treasure of the Galapagos, explores Rabida, Santa Cruz, Fernadina, and more! Experience the fascinating western islands and understand how volcanic activity and isolation shaped the landscape. Encounter diverse wildlife, birdlife, and marinelife on your memorable vacation.
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Sea lion by the kayaks
from $85,450
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Private Charter - Southern Galapagos Journey

6 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Sea Star
  • Walk on the shore of North Seymour
  • Learn about tortoises
  • Observe shore birds
  • Snorkel and swim around a reef
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on a 6-day private Galápagos cruise aboard the Galapagos Sea Star. Explore the southern islands’ stunning landscapes and encounter iconic wildlife, from giant tortoises to blue-footed boobies and sea lions.
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Swimming sea turtle
from $9,282
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Islands Circumnavigation I

Baltra - San Cristobal - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi
  • Walk through Las Tintoreras
  • Observe unique wetland birds
  • Visit Punta Espinoza
  • Snorkel at Punta Vicente Roca
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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Variable
Circumnavigate the Galapagos Islands on this 12-day cruise, experiencing the best that the archipelago has to offer. Explore South Plaza, San Cristobal, Isabela, Genovesa, Santa Fe, and more! Abundant wildlife viewing opportunities await as you traverse the islands, snorkel in the clear waters, or enjoy a relaxing swim off the pristine shores.
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Curious sea lion during a snorkeling outing
from $5,700
Savings
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Southern Islands

Baltra - Highlands - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya
  • Admire Santa Fe's unique wildlife
  • Visit the Interpretation Center
  • Walk across Gardner Bay
  • Discover Suarez Point
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Baltra / Santa Cruz Highlands
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Variable
Discover all the magic the Southern Galapagos Islands have to offer on this 6-day cruise. Sail through one of the most mind-blowing ecosystems on earth aboard Alya, with lovely white-sand beaches and unique wildlife, including sea turtles, rays, and various types of booby birds.
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Flamingos
from $7,990
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Luxurious Southern Galapagos Cruise

Sante Fe to Santa Cruz - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Ocean Spray
  • Spot Santa Fe land iguanas
  • Snorkel with sharks at Kicker Rock
  • Leave a letter at Post Office Bay
  • Visit the Black Turtle Cove
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Sail through the Southern Galapagos Islands on a 6-day cruise aboard Grand Ocean Spray. Explore Santa Fe, Española, San Cristobal, Floreana, and Santa Cruz while spotting giant tortoises, sea lions, and reef sharks. Enjoy walking, snorkeling, kayaking, and dinghy rides across volcanic landscapes, pristine beaches, and wildlife-rich waters
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Galapagos beach
from $8,490
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Western Islands

Santiago Island to South Plaza - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Ocean Spray
  • Explore Chinese Hat trails
  • Explore the Urbina Bay coastline
  • See Vicente Roca seabird colonies
  • Take a trail along Lake Darwin
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Hiking, Whale Watching
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Variable
Experience Galapagos penguins, Elizabeth Bay, and more on a cruise through the Western Islands. Enjoy hiking, snorkeling, and dinghy rides on this 6-day Galapagos tour aboard Grand Ocean Spray.
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