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Sea lion in galapagos
from $11,695
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Southern & Northern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise
  • Enjoy exploring Española Island
  • Discover Floreana's beaches
  • Interact with the playful sea lion
  • Explore Genovesa Island
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Join the 7-Day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Eastern & Central Galapagos, beginning on San Cristóbal Island. Explore Tijeretas, Gardner Bay, Punta Suárez, and Floreana. Snorkel at Champion Islet, then visit Genovesa Island. Conclude at Black Turtle Cove, disembarking in Baltra, marking the end of your unforgettable journey.
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Machu Picchu, the iconic Inca citadel in the Andes Mountains of Peru
from $10,531
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Exploring Peru: Machu Picchu and the Amazon

9 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin II
  • Explore with indigenous guides
  • Skiff or walk thru the rainforest
  • Make personal kayak explorations
  • Discover a profusion of wildlife
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Lima / Nauta
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Actively experience the wonders of Peru as you explore the upper Amazon, Machu Picchu, and the Sacred Valley on this 9-day cruise & inland adventure. The 28-guest Delfin II hosts this incredible journey with stops in Cusco, Iquitos, Lima and chances to snorkel, kayak, and visit indigenous communities.
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Sleepy sea lion on a log
from $5,870
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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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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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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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Go sightseeing for whales.
from $4,439
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Darwin's Route from Ushuaia

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Stella Australis
  • Explore Cape Horn cliffs
  • Witness Pia Glacier calving
  • Visit Ainsworth Bay wildlife
  • Spot penguins on Magdalena
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Wildlife Viewing
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Sail through Patagonia on a 9-day expedition cruise. Visit Cape Horn, explore majestic glaciers, hike through pristine forests, and witness penguins and diverse wildlife aboard the Stella Australis.
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Zodiac trip to see penguins.
from $4,439
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Darwin's Route from Punta Arenas

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Stella Australis
  • Cruise through the Beagle Channel
  • Spot Magellanic penguins
  • Hike to viewpoint at Wulaia Bay
  • Zodiac to Porter Glacier
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities
Hiking
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Embark on a 9-day expedition cruise through Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego aboard MV Stella Australis. Experience the remote landscapes of Patagonia aboard a comfortable expedition ship designed for adventure in one of the most pristine regions on Earth.
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Galapagos Tortoise
from $11,613
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Islands Circumnavigation II

Roundtrip Baltra - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi
  • Explore Isabela's lava tunnels
  • Ascend Sierra Negra
  • Discover unique wetland birds
  • Swim around Pinnacle Rock
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activities
Snorkeling
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Experience a 15-day Galapagos Islands circumnavigation cruise on Anahi. Explore Isabela's Las Tintoreras and Sierra Negra Volcano, snorkel with diverse marine life, visit Rábida's red rocks, and discover wildlife at North Seymour and Bachas Beach. Conclude with visits to Charles Darwin Research Station and Fausto Llerena Center.
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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
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Interpretation Center
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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 on North Seymour
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Footsteps Back in Time

8 Day Itinerary aboard Evolution
  • Meet South Plaza´s vast wildlife
  • Snorkel with sea lions & penguins
  • Visit Santa Fe´s archipelago
  • Walk on Punta Cormorant´s beaches
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San Cristobal / Baltra
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Variable
Have amazing animal encounters while experiencing the depth and breadth of what the islands offer, including top notch landing sites on this 8-day voyage through the Galapagos. Visit the most remote islands and experience the true Galapagos exploration aboard the M/V Evolution.
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Santa Fe land iguana
from $7,867
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Western Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta
  • Snorkel around Champion Islet
  • View lava how flows
  • Hike across North Seymour Island
  • Play with sea lions
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Explore the red beaches of Rabida and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station aboard the La Pinta. Hike, snorkel, and relax on this 7-day tour of the Western Islands.
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Couple sitting on a beach among sea lions
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South & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic
  • Dive & Snorkel around Kicker Rock
  • Lounge alongside sleeping sea lions
  • Walk along a white coral sand beach
  • Learn the history of Floreana
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Enjoy the beauty of Bartolome, Española, Floreana, Mosquera Islet, North Seymour, San Cristobal, Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, Santiago and South Plaza on this 8-day Galapagos cruise aboard the M/C Endemic. On this cruise of the South and Central Islands, you'll have daily opportunities to hike, snorkel, kayak, and explore the incredible biodiversity of Galapagos!
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Pinnacle rock on Bartolome
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Western & Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite
  • Visit the beautiful Junco Lagoon
  • Bird watching at North Seymour
  • Snorkel & Kayak across Tintoreras
  • Discover Sierra Negra volcano
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Interpretation Center
Activities
Whale Watching
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Variable
Join the M/C Elite on a spectacular 8-day small ship cruise of the Galapagos Islands. Visit San Cristobal, North Seymour, Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Rabida, Bartholomew and many more islands.
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A first glimpse of the falls!
from $8,990
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Discovering the Hidden Guianas

15 Day Itinerary
  • Witness the majestic Kaieteur Falls
  • Experience canopy walkway
  • Visit Paramaribo's UNESCO site
  • Spot nocturnal wildlife
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Paramaribo / Guyana
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Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Rainforest Exploration, Village Visits
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Start your 15-day journey in Paramaribo, Suriname, before venturing into the heart of Guyana's rainforest. Experience cultural immersions, wildlife encounters, and breathtaking landscapes, culminating in a memorable exploration of Georgetown.
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Sea lion and scuba diver
from $10,750
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Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga
  • Ride a dinghy to Black Turtle Cove
  • Snorkel around Devil's Crown
  • Visit a tortoise breeding center
  • Explore El Junco Lagoon
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Kayaking
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Take an extensive trip to the Galapagos Islands aboard the Beluga. Experience Cerro Brujo, Dragon Hill and Chinese Hat on this 15-day tour.
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Land iguana looking out over water
from $6,650
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Western Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Sirius
  • Get up close with amazing wildlife
  • Explore Isabela Island
  • Spot fur seals in Santiago
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
Join Galaxy Sirius on a 6-day Galapagos cruise to encounter an incredible array of wildlife, from giant tortoises to playful sea lions. Visit Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, and Santiago, and enjoy activities such as snorkeling, hiking, and wildlife spotting. Expert guides share their knowledge and passion, ensuring an unforgettable journey.
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Sea lions on Rabida beach
from $6,650
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Northern Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Sirius
  • Explore Black Turtle Cove
  • Discover Rabida's red lava rocks
  • Enjoy Sullivan Bay
  • Explore Santa Cruz highlands
Starts / Ends
Baltra / San Cristobal Interpretation Center
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Embark on a 6-day cruise aboard the Galaxy Sirius and relish the Galapagos Islands' enchanting landscapes teeming with distinctive wildlife such as giant tortoises, flamingos, iguanas, and sharks. With a plethora of activities to choose from, you can explore Santa Cruz, Rabida, Chinese Hat, and many more and experience the ultimate island getaway.
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Meeting giant tortoises in the Galapagos
from $8,745
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Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Infinity
  • Admire South Plaza's beauty
  • Observe Giant Land Tortoises
  • Visit the famous Urbina Bay
  • Look out for amazing wilflife
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San Cristobal / North Seymour
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The Galapagos are some of the world?s most famous and beguiling islands. The Infinity offers you the perfect opportunity to discover and enjoy this natural wonder. Sailing across San Cristobal, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Isabela, Fernandina and more!
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Colorful land iguana
from $8,745
FreeFlight
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North & South Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Infinity
  • Admire Santa Cruz's marine wildlife
  • Visit the colorful Rabida Island
  • Experience Dragon Hill's beauty
  • Hike through Floreana Island
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Explore the wonderful Galapagos Islands on this 8-day cruise aboard the Infinity. Visit the Interpretation Center of San Cristobal, a sophisticated architectural space destined for natural interpretation of the Galapagos. Scout around Black Turtle Cove, Darwin Bay, and Dragon Hill as you cruise in the archipelago's marine life-rich waters.
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