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18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
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Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Quito, Ecuador
Ends
Quito, Ecuador
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Highlights
The M/C Anahi - Spend 11 nights aboard this first-class catamaran with capacity for 16 passengers. Enjoy the jacuzzi with ocean view and soak up the sunshine on deck. Delight your palate with tasty local cuisine, relax at the bar as you cruise around the beautiful islands at sunset and enjoy comfortable nights in a spacious cabin
Explore unforgettable sites and observe incredible wildlife on daily excursions with expert guides. Go kayaking, enjoy panga rides and encounter penguins, turtles and fish as you snorkel and swim in the crystal-clear waters
Quito - Explore the UNESCO listed colonial city
Santa Cruz Island - Visit this favourite nesting site for sea turtles and home of the famous Charles Darwin Station with its turtle breeding centre
Isabela Island - Hike to see Sierra Negra volcano and incredible views, tour Las Tintoreras, and trek Urbina Bay
Cerro Azul & Fernandina - Marvel at these towering volcanos
Punta Espinoza – Walk across the barren wilderness of dark lava
Rabida Island - Stroll along this islands red sand beaches
Sombrero Chino Islet - Admire the beautiful sunrise over the islands
Bartolome Island - Embark on a tour of the island and witness the famous Pinnacle Rock
Genovesa Island - Find great frigate birds, the red-footed boobies and storm petrels
South Plazas Island - Explore and encounter the 1000's of sea lions that call it home
Santa Fe Island - Find its famous and unique species of land iguana
Punta Pitt - Discover the only place in the Galapagos to see the three species of boobies and two species of frigates nesting together.
San Cristobal Island - Visit El Junco Lagoon and the Galapagos Tortoise Breeding Centre
Lobos Island - Marvel at the abundance of sea lions
Cerro Azul & Fernandina - Marvel at these towering volcanos
Punta Espinoza – Walk across the barren wilderness of dark lava
Rabida Island - Stroll along this islands red sand beaches
Sombrero Chino Islet - Admire the beautiful sunrise over the islands
Bartolome Island - Embark on a tour of the island and witness the famous Pinnacle Rock
Genovesa Island - Find great frigate birds, the red-footed boobies and storm petrels
South Plazas Island - Explore and encounter the 1000's of sea lions that call it home
Santa Fe Island - Find its famous and unique species of land iguana
Punta Pitt - Discover the only place in the Galapagos to see the three species of boobies and two species of frigates nesting together.
San Cristobal Island - Visit El Junco Lagoon and the Galapagos Tortoise Breeding Centre
Lobos Island - Marvel at the abundance of sea lions
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12 day Galapagos Cruise - 11 nights onboard the M/C Anahi catamaran (First Class category) in a twin or double cabin, on the main deck with en suite and A/C. Option to upgrade to a suite upon request.
Meals
2 nights 3 star hotel in Quito, standard room including breakfast. Option to upgrade to a suite upon request.12 breakfasts, 11 lunches and 11 dinnersComplementary soft drinks onboard (tea, coffee and water) plus welcome and farewell drinks
Transport
Quito airport arrival transfer on day 1 with an English speaking guideFlight from Quito to Baltra and San Cristobal to Quito - Galapagos including airport and port transfers
Guide
The services of 9 crew members and an experienced English speaking Naturalist guide
Others
Two guided Galapagos excursions a dayKayaking and snorkelling at the permitted points (wetsuits can be hired onboard for an additional fee)
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Itinerary
Cruise through the Galapagos Islands on this remarkable 14-day explorer tour, bookended by charming Quito. Designed for travelers who cherish wildlife and scenic beauty, this trip weaves together easy-paced hikes, close encounters with sunbathing sea lions in Elizabeth Bay, and the chance to spot marine iguanas on Fernandina Island. Enjoy panoramic volcano hikes, discover sea turtles near Bartolomé Island, and visit the wildlife-rich shores of South Plaza and Lobos Island. Explore Santa Fe and San Cristóbal, absorbing the archipelago’s unique biodiversity. The journey’s highlight is a 12-day cruise encompassing the central, north, east, and west islands, offering unmatched access to the region’s varied landscapes and creatures. With accommodation, meals, and transport seamlessly included, this tour package stands out for its depth and diversity—ideal for those seeking an in-depth, easy-paced Galapagos adventure with all the comforts of guided travel.
day 1 - Quito
Upon arrival at Quito airport you will be met by an English speaking guide and transferred to your hotel in the city. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, independently exploring.
OverNight:Quito
day 2 - Baltra Island & Santa Cruz
Quito - Galapagos. This morning you will be met and transferred back to Quito Airport for the short flight to Baltra Airport in the Galapagos, where you will meet our guide. After a short bus ride and crossing of the Itabaca Channel we travel for around an hour to a private ranch on the highlands of Santa Cruz, where we enjoy lunch.
After lunch our guide will lead us on a stroll through a stunning forest brimming with ferns, sedges, and miconias. On this journey, there's a chance to witness giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Later, we venture to one of the numerous lava tunnels in the area where we take a brief walk, marvelling at the remnants of a forceful volcanic eruption that took place millions of years ago.
Following this, we proceed to Puerto Ayora and board the yacht which will be home for the next 8 nights. Enjoy an official welcome drink followed by dinner. Post-dinner, our guide will outline the activities scheduled for the next day, along with some general advice for those visiting the Galapagos Islands.
Meals:1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
OverNight:Galapagos Islands - M/C Anahi
day 3 - Isabela Island & Las Tintoreras
Isabela is the name of the largest and the youngest island within the Galapagos Archipelago and we start the day visiting the islets of Las Tintoreras. These islets boast a small bay with tranquil turquoise waters, affording us the opportunity to witness an array of marine life: from sea lions and sea turtles to marine iguanas, stingrays, and a multitude of other aquatic species. Next, we walk along a pathway and discover two beaches. The first one is a favoured haven for sea lions and marine iguanas that call the area their nesting ground. The second beach finds itself surrounded by button mangroves (Conocarpus erecta) and white mangroves (Laguncularia racemosa). Leaving Las Tintoreras we head to Puerto Villamil from which we travel to Sierra Negra Volcano that rises to an altitude of 1124 meters.
In the afternoon we explore the wetlands of Los Humedales where we can witness a variety of wetland birds. Returning to Puerto Villamil we have some free time to explore the town before returning to the boat for the evening.
Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
OverNight:Galapagos Islands - M/C Anahi
day 4 - Punta Moreno & Elizabeth Bay
Today begins in Punta Moreno where we hike a 2100-meter trail that offers panoramic views of Sierra Negra, Cerro Azul, and Fernandina volcanoes, the three most active in all the Galapagos. At the end of the trail we can do a surface dive in the brisk waters where marine life is abundant. We then return to the yacht for lunch and a rest before heading out again.
Heading into Elizabeth Bay we visit a picturesque cove surrounded by red mangroves. This is a fantastic spot to see sea turtles, flightless cormorants, spotted eagle rays, golden rays, brown pelicans and sea lions. With Galapagos falcons above and Mahi-mahi fish below this stunning site is home to numerous marine and terrestrial flora and fauna for visitors to marvel at. Following this we return to the yacht for the night.
Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
OverNight:Galapagos Islands - M/C Anahi
day 5 - Urbina Bay, Tagus Cove & Lake Darwin
At the foot of Alcedo volcano Urbina Bay is linked to the shore by an approximately 3200-meter pathway. Upon making a beach landing, our journey continues through the coastal expanse, navigating a varied terrain of sand, rocks, lava formations, corals, and flourishing plant life. Here we can see large sized land iguanas, as well as giant Galapagos tortoises, flightless cormorants, blue-footed boobies, Galapagos penguins, pelicans, and marine iguanas.
After sailing towards Tagus Cove we can snorkel, surface dive, or kayak in the pristine blue water. Following our swim we hike up to the top of a cliff which gives offers a picturesque view of Lake Darwin. Volcanic rocks of various sizes can be found around the lake, including almost perfect spheres of “petrified rain.”
Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
OverNight:Galapagos Islands - M/C Anahi
day 6 - Fernandina Island & Punta Vicente Roca
The third largest island of the archipelago is Fernandina and has one unique attraction. Situated at the remote north eastern edge of the island, Punta Espinoza is a slender expanse crafted from lava and sand, stretching from the volcano's base to the ocean's edge. This area is known for the abundance of marine iguanas, and its unique fauna full of species such as the flightless cormorant, the Galapagos penguin, the Galapagos falcon, and the Galapagos racer snake. There may also be the opportunity to snorkel with the local marine fauna, maybe even seahorses!
Punta Vicente Roca is the location of an ancient volcano where we can snorkel and will then either experience a panga ride along the cliffs of the volcano or explore a partially submerged cave. Watch the Nazca and blue-footed boobies along the cliffs and the flightless cormorants on the shore. Returning to the ship we will cross the equator and celebrate with a special cocktail.
Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
OverNight:Galapagos Islands - M/C Anahi
day 7 - Santiago Island & Rabida Island
Starting the day on Santiago Island we will hike along the black sand beaches of Puerto Egas to spot many marine species, such as the iguanas relaxing on the rocks, and the sea lions resting in the tidal pools. Snorkelling here is a new experience due to its relatively different landscape compared to the previous locations.
Moving on to Rabida Island and its red rocks and sand we enjoy a snorkelling activity, learning more about the local marine life. Then a short trail walk leads us to a picturesque lagoon filled with terrestrial birds such as finches, pigeons, yellow warblers and mockingbirds. A colony of flamingos also calls this lagoon its home meaning we may catch a glimpse of these beautiful pink birds.
Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
OverNight:Galapagos Islands - M/C Anahi
day 8 - Sombrero Chino & Bartolome Island
The sun dawning on the stunning “Sombrero Chino” channel offers panoramic views as we arrive at the day's first destination. We walk a 700-meter trail in order to view the wildlife and observe the geological characteristics of this island. This landscape is the home of colonies of sea lions, marine iguanas, and sometimes even Galapagos penguins. Swimming in this picturesque bay we will be amongst sharks, stingrays, and many unique species of fish.
Bartolome Island, a renowned destination in the Galapagos, stands just off Sullivan Bay, close to Santiago Island. On arrival we can swim around the iconic Pinnacle Rock and navigating the submerged rocks that form an enthralling underwater maze for marine life. Later, we walk up to the island's summit to witness an array of captivating volcanic features, including volcanic bombs, ash cones, lava flows, and lava tubes. This moon-like landscape offers one of the most striking views in the entire archipelago. Our second stop leads us to a serene beach, perfect for relaxation and snorkelling. Beneath the waters, a multitude of multi-coloured fish await, and you might even be fortunate enough to spot penguins and sea turtles near the base of the dominating Pinnacle Rock, which defines Bartolome's landscape.
Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
OverNight:Galapagos Islands - M/C Anahi
day 9 - North Seymour Island & Santa Cruz
This morning we visit North Seymour, a small island positioned north of Baltra where we can observe the land iguanas on the coast.
We spend our afternoon enjoying Bachas Beach which is composed of decomposed coral, meaning it is white and soft. Nearby there is a lagoon which is the home of flamingos, black-necked stilts, thrushes, and two abandoned WWII ships.
Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
OverNight:Galapagos Islands - M/C Anahi
day 10 - Genovesa Island
Today we explore Genovesa, a horse-shoe shaped island in the northern reaches of the Galapagos Islands. We start the day with a visit to Darwin Bay, an incredible geological structure formed by a collapsed volcanic caldera. Following a trail of coral sand and slabs of lava, we’ll go in search of bird-life, from nesting colonies of the common frigate and the Nasca booby to the swallow-tailed gull. We will also have the chance to see the nesting site of the red-footed booby - Genovesa is home to the largest nesting colony of pelagic birds in the Galapagos.
Later in the afternoon we follow the El Barranco trail, situated in the southern part of Darwin Bay, walking 1.5 kilometres along volcanic rock. The natural erosion that has occurred in these lava flows has become the ideal place for nesting Storm Petrels, which we can see nesting in the cavities of the lava. We enjoy panga (dingy) rides along the cliffs to hopefully spot some fur seals.
Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
OverNight:Galapagos Islands - M/C Anahi
day 11 - Plaza Islands & Santa Fe
This morning's excursion takes us to South Plaza, a small island off the eastern coast of Santa Cruz. Despite its size, this island is home to an incredible number of species including around 1000 sea lions and several hybrid iguanas. The result of crossing a male marine iguana and a female land iguana, these iguanas are unique and easily recognizable at first glance by their black or gray colour, with a land iguana's crest, but face and tail of the marine iguana.
Next stop is Santa Fe, also off the coast of Santa Cruz, where we will meet even more unique species of iguana. The archipelago is also home to six endemic species of rats, one of which can be found on Santa Fe and another attraction is the presence of giant tunas.
Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
OverNight:Galapagos Islands - M/C Anahi
day 12 - San Cristobal & Lobos Island
Our next port of call is San Cristobal, one of the easternmost of the Galapagos Islands. We start the morning by exploring Punta Pitt, situated at the eastern end of the island. Here we follow a trail that will take us past an olvine beach before ascending to the top of a volcanic tuff hill, passing several picturesque viewpoints en route. This is the only place in the Galapagos Islands where you can see the three species of boobies and two species of frigates nesting in the same area. You may also get to see colonies of sea lion relaxing on the beach or rocky outcrops.
After lunch we stop to see the Leon Dormido Rocks, the remains of a lava cone eroded by the sea. Rising some 500 feet out of the ocean, these two vertical rocks form a small channel that is navigable by small boats. Many tropic birds, frigates and boobies can be seen in the area, making it a favourite stop off for visitors. Beneath the sea the nearly crystal-clear waters offer a brilliant show of colourful tropical fish and invertebrates.
We continue on to explore Lobos Island which is home to a small population of blue-footed boobies, as well as two species of sea lions. From your panga you can try to spot brown pelicans and several species of shorebirds, and if you opt to snorkel it's common to see young sea lions, manta rays and sea turtles.
Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
OverNight:Galapagos Islands - M/C Anahi
day 13 - Northern San Cristobal
We will start today with a visit to the Galapagos Tortoise Breeding Centre located in the southeast of San Cristobal Island. The natural population of tortoises from San Cristobal is seriously threatened by introduced animals (mainly wild goats, rats and cats), which to date has been impossible to eradicate despite continuing efforts. The San Cristobal tortoises are one of the 11 populations of Galapagos tortoises. At the visitors centre, we learn all about the natural history of the giant tortoises of this island.
After visiting the breeding centre, transfer back to the town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno where our bus will be waiting to transfer you to the airport for your flight back to Quito. Upon arrival at Quito airport you'll be met and transferred back to your hotel in Quito for your final night at leisure.
Meals:1 Breakfast
OverNight:Quito
day 14 - Quito
Wednesday. Arrangements end after breakfast and hotel check out today.
