The incredible natural diversity of the Galapagos Island is the living laboratory from which Charles Darwin’s earth-shattering theory of evolution emerged. Across this archipelago, situated 600 miles off the coast of mainland Ecuador, you’ll discover species of birds, animals and amphibians — not to mention plant life — that simply cannot be found anywhere else on the planet. Blue-footed boobies, giant Galapagos tortoises, sea lions, marine iguanas – a visit here is like walking into a National Geographic documentary. Your vacation starts in Quito, Ecuador, from which you will fly to Baltra Island in the Galapagos. Upon landing, you’ll be driven to your luxury or 1st-class yacht to begin your cruise from island to island, discovering the wildlife that inspired Darwin. Small ships are at the heart of a Galapagos Island vacation, as most of the well-managed visitor sites are only accessible by boat. Our carefully selected catalog of ships and yachts, as well as our hotel and lodges, are the finest available, staffed with expert local naturalist guides to reveal to you the archipelago's unique environment and wildlife. Make the move and come experience it all for yourself.
Though built in the elegant style of a 1920s sailing vessel, yet possessing all the modern comforts for deluxe cruising through the Galapagos archipelago, the 32-passenger Evolution Motor Vessel is large enough to provide spacious staterooms, yet small and navigable enough for its guests to experience nature “up close and personal.” The ship’s naturalist guides will lead you on daily land tours to discover the amazing geography, the legendary wildlife and the diverse plant life that abounds across the archipelago.
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ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
DAY 1: San Cristobal Island: Ochoa Beach – Kicker Rock
DAY 2: South Plaza Island // Santa Cruz Island: Punta Carrion // Mosquera Island
DAY 3: Chinese Hat Island // Santiago Island: James Bay
DAY 4: Genovesa Island: Darwin Bay – Prince Phillip’s Steps
DAY 5: North Seymour Island // Santa Fe Island
DAY 6: Floreana Island: Post Office Bay – Cormorant Point
DAY 7: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Research Station – The Highlands
DAY 8: Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle Cove // Baltra Island: Airport
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8-Day/7-Night All-inclusive Luxury-Class Galapagos Cruise/Tour // PER PERSON RATE: From $4,760
Taking a cruise on this luxurious 16-passenger Galapagos Islands cruiser is a bit like staying in a fabulous boutique hotel, but with ever-changing spectacular scenery and mesmerizing wildlife appearing just off the deck. The 141-foot luxury Integrity motor yacht was designed with painstaking attention to detail and has been spotlessly maintained. To discover the amazing geography, the legendary wildlife and the diverse plant life that abounds across the archipelago, the ship’s naturalist guides will lead you on daily land tours. Follow in Darwin’s footsteps and board an adventure on board the Integrity! ===========================================
ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
DAY 1 - Saturday: Baltra Island: Airport // Santa Cruz Island: Highlands – Charles Darwin Research Station
DAY 2 - Sunday: Floreana Island: Cormorant Point - Champion Island - Post Office Bay Asilo de Paz – Black Beach
DAY 3 - Monday: Isabela Island: Punta Moreno – Elizabeth Bay
DAY 4 - Tuesday: Isabela Island: Urbina Bay // Fernandina Island: Espinoza Point
DAY 5 - Wednesday: Isabela Island: Tagus Cove – Punta Vicente Roca
DAY 6 - Thursday: Santiago Island: Puerto Egas Beach - Salt Mines – Espumilla Beach – Buccaneer Cove
DAY 7 - Friday: Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle Cove – Bachas Beach // North Seymour Island
Day 8 - Saturday: Baltra Island: Airport
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8-Day/7-Night All-inclusive Luxury-Class Galapagos Cruise/Tour // PER PERSON RATE: From $7,195
For the destination known as the “Mecca for divers,” we encourage you to consider the 16-passenger Aggressor III. The sleek and luxurious 105-foot ship was custom designed to deliver the most comfortable, professional and safest diving experiences for its guests. As a liveaboard vessel, a maximum of four dives are offered daily, in addition to two nighttime dives and two land excursions per week. For incredibly rewarding experiences, the Aggressor III is waiting for you to come aboard and shove off on this remarkable expedition – the ultimate Galapagos liveaboard diving experience. ==============================================
ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
Day 1: Baltra Island: airport // Santa Cruz Island: Orientation Dive at Punta Carrion
DAY 2: Santa Cruz Island: 2 dives on Punta Carrion or Bartolome Punta // Bartolome Island
DAY 3: Wolf Island: 4 Dives
DAY 4: Darwin Island: 2 morning dives // Wolf Island: 2 afternoon dives
DAY 5: Cabo Marshall: 4 dives (2 morning dives, 1 afternoon and 1 night dive)
DAY 6: Cabo Douglas: 2 morning dives // Punta Vicente Roca: 2 afternoon dives
DAY 7: Cousins Rock: 1 morning dive // Santa Cruz Island: Highlands
DAY 8: Baltra Island: Airport
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8-Day/7- Night All-inclusive Galapagos Diving Cruise/Tour
PER PERSON RATE: From $5,955
Named after the famed vessel that carried Charles Darwin to the Galapagos Islands in the 1830s, the 12-passenger Beagle Motor Sailer (M/S) is a special ship for cruising the Galapagos Islands. With its romantically dramatic sails, this stylish and intimate 105-foot teak-decked, steel-hulled Brigantine schooner is perfect for a small group of friends, family holidays, special interest groups, or for celebrating important events such as honeymoons and anniversaries. Being owner-operated, you will receive hands-on service for all of your needs and comforts as a guest, while the vessel herself receives meticulous maintenance and attention.
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ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
DAY 1: Baltra Island // Santa Cruz Island: Bachas Beach
DAY 2: Genovesa Island: Prince Philip’s Steps – Darwin Bay
DAY 3: Santiago Island: James Bay – Sailing – Whale Watching
DAY 4: Isabela Island: Punta Vicente Roca // Fernandina Island: Espinoza Point
DAY 5: Isabela Island: Tagus Cove – Urbina Bay
DAY 6: Isabela Island: Elizabeth Bay – Moreno Point
DAY 7: Isabela Island: Arnaldo Tupiza Tortoise Breeding Center – Wall of Tears – Puerto Villamil
DAY 8: Santa Cruz Island: Puerto Ayora – The Twin Craters // Baltra Island: Airport ============================================
8-Day/7-Night All-inclusive First-Class Galapagos Cruise/Tour
PER PERSON RATE: From $5,955
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