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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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Sea lion on the beach of Espanola Island
from $2,499
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South-Central Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria
  • Discover Floreana
  • Visit Devil’s Crown
  • Snorkel at Garner Bay
  • Explore Isla Lobos
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Join the Aida Maria on a dazzling 6-day sailing adventure across the Galapagos Islands. Visit Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española and San Cristobal. Explore the exclusive landscapes these islands have to offer and admire some of the rarest and beautiful wildlife on the planet!
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Galapagos sunset
from $5,795
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Western & Eastern Islands

Baltra to San Cristobal - 9 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • See Espinosa Point's marine iguanas
  • Kayak in Black Turtle Cove
  • Observe flightless cormorants
  • Spot boobies at Pitt Point
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Variable
Sail to one of the most unique archipelagos in the world on this 9-day Galapagos Islands expedition aboard M/Y Monserrat. The Galapagos Islands are teeming with sea life including blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, land and marine iguanas, sea lions, and penguins.
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Colorful land iguana
from $6,995
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Central South & Northern Islands

11 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Visit Santa Cruz highlands
  • Hike Bartolomé's summit
  • Paddle near iguanas in Santa Fe
  • Snorkel around Punta Pitt
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Sail aboard M/Y Monserrat on this 11-day cruise of the Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including Santa Cruz, Española, Genovesa, and Bartolome. Experience volcanic landscapes, pristine beaches, and isolated coves on an unforgettable island-hopping journey filled with hiking, snorkeling, and discovery.
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San Cristobal
from $6,995
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East Central & Northwestern Islands

11 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Snorkel with sea turtles
  • Visit Gardner Bay's beach
  • Explore Punta Suarez wildlife
  • Discover Black Turtle Cove
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Board M/Y Monserrat for an 11-day adventure exploring the highlights of East Central & Northwestern Islands of the Galapagos Islands. Each island boasts new and exciting wildlife, inviting you to explore its rocky coastlines, volcanic landscapes, beaches, and forest trails.
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A pair of blue-footed boobies display their charm in the Galapagos Islands
from $4,795
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Eastern & Central Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Visit Charles Darwin Station
  • Relax at Bachas Beach
  • Spot red-footed boobies
  • Witness marine life at Tortuga Rock
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Bachas Beach
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Variable
Indulge in the unique beauty of the Galapagos Islands on this 7-day adventure aboard M/Y Monserrat. Learn about the history of this unique archipelago, rest on a white sand beach, view abundant wildlife, and take advantage of once-in-a-lifetime snorkel opportunities.
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A pair of friendly sea lions
from $5,870
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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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Beach on Isabela island
from $5,550
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Naturalist Cruise

Baltra - Seymour - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Diver II
  • Explore diverse wildlife
  • Snorkel among marine animals
  • Hike Tagus Cove
  • Discover Rabida's red lava rocks
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Charles Darwin Center
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Hiking
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Variable
On this 8-day Galapagos Naturalist cruise aboard the Galaxy Diver II, marvel at the splendor of nature while engaging in snorkeling activities and encountering incredible wildlife. Sail from Baltra to Seymour, making delightful stops at the picturesque islands of Rabida, Santiago, Fernandina, Isabela, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and Seymour!
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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
Activity Level
Variable
Explore in 5 days Galapagos Islands and navigate on Fragata yacht around Santa Cruz, Isabela and Rabida islands
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Chinese Hat (Sombrero Chino) Island, Galapagos
from $3,463
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Central Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV
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Curious sea lion during a snorkeling outing
from $2,610
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Western Galapagos Islands Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Snorkel at the Bolivar Channel
  • Meet Fernandina's endemic species
  • Land on Urbina's black beach
  • Explore Santiago's shores
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
This 5-day all inclusive Galapagos cruise aboard the Coral I or II yachts explore the central and western islands of Santa Cruz, Isabela and Fernandina. Hike among dramatic volcanic landscapes filled with wildlife, and snorkel among marine iguanas, sea turtles, playful sea lions, colorful schools of fish, sharks, and even penguins!
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Santa Cruz: Las Bachas Beach
from $7,495
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Western & South Islands

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Snorkel at Vicente Roca Point
  • Hike lava fields at Sullivan Bay
  • See flightless cormorants
  • Visit Charles Darwin Station
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 12-day Western and South Islands Galapagos cruise aboard the M/Y Monserrat and explore the region’s most diverse landscapes and wildlife. Discover rare species like flightless cormorants, Galapagos penguins, and giant tortoises.
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Galapagos sunset
from $77,495
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Private Charter - Eastern & Central Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
  • Snorkel with sea lions
  • Watch for turtles at Bachas Beach
  • See green and white sand beaches
  • Visit Post Office Bay
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy this 7-day cruise aboard M/Y Monserrat as you indulge in the unique appeal of the Galapagos Islands. Discover the archipelago's history, unwind on a white sand beach, observe an abundance of animals, and take advantage of once-in-a-lifetime snorkeling chances.
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Galapagos Legend
from $79,800
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Private Charter - Southeast Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Visit beautiful coral sand beaches
  • Snorkel among green sea turtles
  • Admire different kinds of birds
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the southeastern islands of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz on this unforgettable 5-day cruise aboard the 100-guest Galapagos Legend small cruise ship.
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Corals during the sunset
from $56,256
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Private Charter - Western Galapagos Islands Cruise Aboard Corals

5 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Snorkel at the Bolivar Channel
  • Meet Fernandina's endemic species
  • Land on Urbina's black beach
  • Explore Santiago's shores
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
This 5-day all-inclusive private Galapagos cruise aboard the Corals yacht explores the central and western islands of Santa Cruz, Fernandina, Isabela, and Santiago. Hike among dramatic volcanic landscapes filled with wildlife, and snorkel among marine iguanas, sea turtles, and playful sea lions.
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Sundeck on the Archipell I
from $28,320
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Private Charter - Northern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I
  • Snorkel in wildlife-rich waters
  • Observe a large frigate bird colony
  • Climb Bartholomew's stairs
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Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the best of the northern islands on this 4-day private Galapagos cruise. Discover North Seymour's frigate bird and blue-footed boobie colonies, the stunning volcano islet of Bartolomé, the tortoise breeding site at Espumilla Beach, and the Charles Darwin Research Station in Santa Cruz. Immerse yourself in the wonders of these islands.
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Wildlife in the Galapagos
from $10,250
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Volcanic Wonders

Northern & Western Route - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve
  • Cruise around Kicker Rock
  • Hike up Prince Philip's Steps
  • Observe Galapagos flora and fauna
  • Snorkel or stand up paddle board
Activities
Whale Watching
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Variable
On this comprehensive 8-day tour of the Galapagos Islands aboard the M/V Origin, see unusual wildlife such as marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, penguins, and giant Galapagos tortoises. By zodiac dinghy, trekking, or snorkeling, explore the Galapagos National Park.
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