GALAPAGOS CRUISE - CENTRAL, NORTH & EAST ISLANDS: Boasting an incredible array of endemic species from the blue-footed booby to the marine iguana, the Galapagos Islands are a true nature lovers’ paradise. Get up close and personal with the resident wildlife on an unforgettable 5 day cruise of these famed islands. Begin and end your adventure with a night in Quito, Ecuador's charming capital.
See the natural beauty of the Galapagos on a sailing voyage that takes in the very best of the central islands. Discover heaps of local wildlife like sea lions, iguanas, giant tortoises and exotic birds of all shapes and sizes. Go snorkelling in the presence of mighty manta rays, turtles and tropical fish. Experience the natural, rugged landscapes of the Galapagos firsthand and see what Charles Darwin saw when he arrived on the isles more than 180 years ago and began formulating the theory of evolution. With each day spent hiking, swimming and snorkelling, this active sailing adventure is one for the nature-lover!
Tick the Galapagos off your list on this week-long sailing voyage that takes in the very best of the southern islands. Rub shoulders with the local wildlife as sea lions, iguanas, giant tortoises and exotic birds of all shapes and sizes go about their daily business. Go snorkelling near mighty manta rays, turtles and tropical fish fill. Experience firsthand the natural, rugged landscapes of the Galapagos and see what Charles Darwin saw when he arrived on the isles more than 180 years ago and go hiking to discover the changing and unique landscapes of this incredible part of the world.
Experience the unique wildlife of the Galapagos Islands as you drift across the Pacific Ocean on this 10-day sailing adventure. The beauty of these Ecuadorian isles is something to behold from aboard the M/Y Grand Queen Beatriz and you’ll retrace the 180-year-old voyage of Charles Darwin by sea with a naturalist guide by your side. Witness the giant tortoises that call these lands home and go birdwatching for blue-footed boobies and frigate birds. Each day, a new view will greet you out your cabin window, with a new array or wildlife to see up above and down below (snorkel, anyone?).
GALAPAGOS CRUISE - CENTRAL, EAST & SOUTH ISLANDS: Every year the Galapagos Islands tempt throngs of travellers to its shores in search of unique wildlife and other-worldly landscapes. Explore these volcanic islands on a 4-day cruise aboard the M/C Anahi catamaran. Hopping from island to island, discovering what makes it so special. Start and end your Galapagos adventure with a night in captivating Quito, Ecuador's capital.
Discover one of the most breathtaking destinations in Latin America with this small group tour of Ecuador and the Galapagos! Cruise along the turquoise waters and search for exotic species of animals in the Galapagos Islands! Begin your journey in Quito, the capital city of Ecuador surrounded by the Andes Mountains, where you will discover the Middle of the World and visit La Ronda. Explore the Otavalo Indian Market and Cuicocha Crater Lake before you travel to Papallacta, famous for its Natural Hot Springs and breathtaking landscapes. Explore the Amazonian Tropical Forest and discover the Manto de la Novia and Pailon del Diablo Waterfalls in Baños along with the gorgeous views of the Tungurahua Volcano! Head on a breathtaking cruise of the Galapagos Islands as you visit Sant Cruz, where you may see Giant Tortoises in their natural environment, sail to Floreana Island, an evergreen island with flaming pink-flamingos and incredible snorkeling opportunities, and explore Espanola, where animals reign the land! Encounter the Waved Albatross and pass by El Soplador, a giant blowhole that explodes to heights reaching 25 feet. Discover Blue Footed Boobies and Red-Billed Tropicbird among many other exotic species of animals before you travel to San Cristobal, the capital of the Galapagos, famous for their sea lions and volcanic rocks where you will end your tour of Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.
This journey will take you through the ancient splendors of Quito and the exotic islands of the Galapagos with their endemic animals. Begin your journey in Quito, the breathtaking capital city surrounded by the Andes Mountains. From there you will catch your flight to Baltra Island and sail to Santa Cruz, where you will learn about the volcanic soils and search for the world- famous Giant Tortoises. Next, you will travel to incredible places as Genovesa Island and Darwin Bay, where you will have the chance to see the Red-footed Boobies, as well as experience on sand, rock and lava formations so common in this area. Your next destinations will be Plaza Island and Santa Fe Island, where you will be immediately distracted by the abundant sea lions. On different stops you will have the chance to spot different variety of birds, such as Blue Footed Boobies, Frigate Birds, Red- Billed Tropicbirds, Swallow-Tailed Gulls. You will also have the opportunity to snorkel in turquoise waters and wonder at Galapagos amazing aquatic life. End you exploration the by Bachas Beach and visit the lagoon with wading birds, marine iguanas and sometimes even flamingoes. Finally fly back to Quito to connect with your flight back home.
Embark on an immersive 13-day adventure cruise through the Galapagos Islands and experience the natural world, both on land and sea. Encounter diverse wildlife, from lumbering giant tortoises and sunbathing sea lions to scuttling crabs and blue-footed boobies. Wander through lava flow on Las Tintoreras, snorkel in the waters of protected cove Punta Carrion and stick your toes in the olivine-crystal sands of Punta Cormorant. This trip allows plenty of time to absorb the spoils of these unique, wildlife-rich islands, so you can cruise into another world while your naturalist guide sorts out the rest.
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
12-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Bartolome Island, Isla Sa
Quito, Bartolome Island, Isla Santiago, Isla Santa Cruz, Baltra Island, Isla Isabela, Punta Cormorant, Santa Fe Island, South Plaza Island, Espanola Island, San Cristobal Island
Cruise the Galapagos and discover the native wildlife on this seven-day sailing adventure around the southern end of the archipelago. Meet giant tortoises that inhabit Isla San Cristobal, watch blue-footed boobies dance the booby two-step and wander the unfamiliar environment that characterises these far-flung islands. Every day you’ll wake up to a different view out the window from the comforts of the M/Y Grand Queen Beatriz. Sail past the volcanic Punta Pitt, swim with sea lions at Bahia Gardner, and hike past prickly pear cacti on Isla Santa Fe. Prepare to head on the adventure of a lifetime and become a Galapagos explorer!
Take a step into a world of pure nature in Patagonia, where crystal-clear waters meet mountainside glaciers. Feel the Latin-infused rhythms of Buenos Aires. Gaze upon awe-inspiring mountains, valleys and grasslands at Torres del Paine National Park. Enjoy a 4-night cruise through the fjords of Patagonia. Engage in a variety of nature hikes. Spend the day by the Pia Glacier. View a colony of Magellanic penguins. Connect with a local gaucho (cowboy) at an Argentine lamb roast. Find a haven of snowcapped Andes and ethereal fjords in the wilderness of Chile and Argentina.
I upgraded to a slightly larger cabin. Accommodation excellent. Food and service excellent . Staff brilliant. You are fitted with correct boots and jacket when on board. I thought I would take large size jacket, in fact the small size was perfect fit, and you can take it home with you. I was told to take a hairdryer, but one was supplied in my cabin. The talks were informative, and kept you occupied during the four days total crossing the Drake passage. Two Zodiak trips a day. Evening entertainment was either music or films. Memorable trip.