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Experience the wonders of the Galapagos Islands with Adventure Life's array of small ship cruises for 2025. Join us on a cruise journey that explores the highlights of the central and eastern islands, from snorkeling in crystal clear waters to touring the tortoise breeding center. Indulge in picturesque landscapes, relax on the beach, and engage in family activities on board. Whether you choose a day trip to Bartolome and Sullivan Bay or a 15-day circumnavigation of the islands, each tour offers unique opportunities to discover the unique wildlife and mesmerizing beauty of the Galapagos. From panoramic views to snorkeling adventures and wildlife viewing, the Galapagos tours cater to all adventure preferences and activity levels. Don't miss this chance to immerse yourself in the captivating nature and wildlife of the Galapagos Islands. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Wooden boardwalk in Bartolome
from $345
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Bartolome Island and Sullivan Bay

1 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Daily
  • Enjoy Bartolome's panoramic view
  • Enjoy snorkeling in Sullivan Bay
  • Discover Galapagos' unique wildlife
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Isla Bartolome / Sullivan Bay
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Set sail on a day cruise aboard Galaxy Daily to Bartolome and Sullivan Bay, where you can climb to the summit for a breathtaking view of the island and its iconic pinnacle, and snorkel in the crystal-clear waters to discover the Galapagos' marine fauna.
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Pinnacle rock on Bartolome
from $345
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Sullivan Bay and Bartolome Island

1 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Daily
  • Enjoy snorkeling in Sullivan Bay
  • Discover Galapagos' unique wildlife
  • Enjoy Bartolome's panoramic view
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Sullivan Bay / Isla Bartolome
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Join an epic day cruise to two of the most stunning locations in the Galapagos! The cruise begins at Sullivan Bay, where you'll snorkel in crystal-clear waters and get up close to incredible marine life. Then continue to Bartolomé Island, where you'll climb 395 steps to reach the top and take in the breathtaking panoramic views.
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Cruise the Galapagos on the Corals
from $7,722
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Galapagos Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Station
  • Snorkel & swim at Bartolome Island
  • Visit Mosquera Islet's sea lions
  • Hike across Española Island
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
This 15-day cruise covers all the unique wonders of the archipelago including Santa Cruz, Bartolome, Santiago, Isabela, Fernandina, North Seymour, Santa Fe, South Plaza, San Cristobal, Española, and Floreana Islands. Encounter Galapagos giant tortoises, penguins, frigatebirds, blue-footed boobies, sea lions, and more native species.
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Sea lions on Rabida beach
from $4,245
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Northern Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Angel
  • Discover Chinese Islet lava tunnels
  • Witness Sullivan Bay's geology
  • Visit Darwin Bay for bird species
  • Explore Egas Port
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Explore North Seymour's wildlife, and discover Chinese Islet's geological wonders. Tour Sullivan Bay for captivating geology and visit Darwin Bay, El Barranco, Egas Port, and Rabida Island on this 5-day Northern Islands cruise aboard Galapagos Angel. Conclude with a visit to Fausto Llerena, observing giant tortoises in various stages of life.
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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
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Baltra / Baltra
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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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Marine Iguana with ship
from $59,450
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Private Charter - Northern Islands Aboard Galapagos Angel

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Angel
  • Discover Chinese Islet lava tunnels
  • Witness Sullivan Bay's geology
  • Visit Darwin Bay for bird species
  • Explore Egas Port
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Explore North Seymour's wildlife, and discover Chinese Islet's geological wonders. Tour Sullivan Bay for captivating geology visit Darwin Bay, El Barranco, Egas Port, and Rabida Island on this 5-day private Northern Islands cruise aboard Galapagos Angel. Conclude with a visit to Fausto Llerena, observing giant tortoises in various stages of life.
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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
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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 Fe land iguana
from $2,020
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Central & East Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Snorkel in crystal clear waters
  • Tour the tortoise breeding center
  • Enjoy on board family activities
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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Variable
Board the 100 passenger Galapagos Legend for a unique 4-day cruise exploring the central and eastern islands of the Galapagos archipelago. Get ready to snorkel, hike and encounter wildlife such as sea lions, marine iguanas, and giant tortoises many which are unique to the Galapagos, not found anywhere else in this world
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Giant Tortoise
from $8,495
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Darwin's Odyssey

Baltra roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Tribute
  • Explore Santa Cruz
  • Visit Punta Moreno
  • Hike Sierra Negra's volcanic rim
  • See flightless cormorants
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Embark on a 7-day Darwin's Odyssey cruise aboard Tribute through the Central and West Galapagos Islands. Explore Santa Cruz for giant tortoises, snorkel with playful sea creatures, hike Sierra Negra volcano, and witness unique wildlife like flightless cormorants and Galapagos penguins.
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Land Iguana in the Galapagos
from $2,400
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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
Activities
Snorkeling, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking
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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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A male frigatebird rests in the trees of the Galapagos
from $6,645
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Northern & Southern Islands

Roundtrip Baltra - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Angel
  • Explore lush Santa Cruz highland
  • Marvel at blue-footed boobies
  • Witness North Seymour's wildlife
  • Explore Darwin Bay's mangrove trail
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Set off on an 8-day cruise aboard the Galapagos Angel to explore the Northern and Southern Galapagos Islands. Witness unique wildlife, geological formations, and diverse landscapes. Discover giant tortoises, rare bird species, sea lion pups, and more, concluding at Black Turtle Cove before departing from Baltra Airport.
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The iconic feet of a Blue-Footed Booby
from $41,040
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Private Charter - Central Islands + Genovesa Aboard Bonita

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita
  • Zodiac ride in Black Turtle Cove
  • Explore Darwin Bay´s coasts
  • Hike through South Plaza
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South Plaza Island / North Seymour
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Journey to the western islands of the Galapagos archipelago on this 5-day cruise designed for families with children, visiting Genovesa, Santa Cruz, and Bartolome! Encounter the archipelago's unique wildlife in their natural habitat and take the opportunity to snorkel in pristine waters, swim with sea lions, and see the famed Galapagos tortoises.
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A kayaking trip to see the local bird life of the Galapagos.
from $9,400
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In the Steps of Darwin

8 Day Itinerary aboard Evolution
  • Discover Daphne Major´s birdlife
  • Snorkel on Isabela Island
  • Meet Urbina´s Bay unique wildlife
  • Walk the white beach of Las Bachas
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Baltra / San Cristobal Interpretation Center
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Variable
Discover all of the Galapagos wildlife that made the Islands famous and inspired Charles Darwin´s theory of evolution. Snorkel, swim, or kayak on the pristine crystal waters and experience amazing animal encounters, including playful sea lions, frigate birds, iguanas, blue footed boobies, penguins, and giant tortoises.
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Sea Lion resting on Red Sesuvium
from $4,164
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Galapagos Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Discover Vicente Roca Point
  • Take a dinghy ride along Isabela
  • Explore the volcanic Urbina Bay
  • Visit Santa Fe's sea lion colonies
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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Whale Watching
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Variable
​Join an 8-day cruise exploring the magical secrets of the Galapagos archipelago, visiting incredible locations, and indulging yourself in the exotic beauty of the unique landscapes that only the Galapagos can offer.
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Golden Land Iguana on Santa Fe Island
from $5,850
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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga
  • See Galapagos giant tortoises
  • Observe the endemic Waved albatross
  • Enjoy the Gardner Bay beach.
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Sail the eastern Galapagos Islands aboard the magnificent 16-passenger motor yacht Beluga, which includes San Cristobal, South Plaza, Santa Cruz, and Genovesa, which are among the most spectacular in the archipelago.
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Colorful South Plaza Island
from $2,700
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Central Islands + Genovesa

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita
  • Zodiac ride in Black Turtle Cove
  • Explore Darwin Bay´s coasts
  • Hike through South Plaza
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South Plaza Island / North Seymour
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Variable
Embark on a 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard Bonita. Witness South Plazas' wildlife, explore Black Turtle Cove's mangroves, visit highlands for Giant tortoises, and discover Genovesa's seabird colonies. Experience the volcanic landscapes of Bartolome with penguins and frigatebirds. Marvel at unique fauna on this remarkable island adventure.
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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
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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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Soak in the jacuzzi on the sun deck
from $305,330
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Private Charter - In the Steps of Darwin Aboard Evolution

8 Day Itinerary aboard Evolution
  • Discover Daphne Major´s birdlife
  • Snorkel on Isabela Island
  • Meet Urbina Bay's unique wildlife
  • Walk the white beach of Las Bachas
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Baltra / San Cristobal Interpretation Center
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Variable
Close encounters with wildlife make your private journey a truly memorable one on this 8-day adventure. Snorkel, swim or kayak on the pristine crystal waters and experience amazing animal encounters with your private group of up to 24 guests.
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