Galápagos
Cruise
5-day tour
Isabela II
The 5-day Galápagos cruise begins on Santa Cruz Island. We first explore the lush Highlands and then visit the world-famous Charles Darwin Research Station. The following day, we enjoy panoramic views on Bartolomé Island.
There, we snorkel with penguins and swim at the white coral beach of Sullivan Bay, a shoreline framed by spectacular lava fields.
Continuing our journey, we spend the morning at Dragon Hill, home to yellowish land iguanas. Later, we hike to the volcanic crater of James Bay, following in the footsteps of Charles Darwin.
As we head west, we take inflatable boat rides to observe wildlife at Punta Vicente Roca.
Our journey continues to Fernandina, the youngest island in the archipelago. It is considered one of the most pristine environments, where life unfolds naturally, without human intervention.
Day 1
Explore Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Research Station
Visit the Santa Cruz Highlands and the Giant Tortoise Reserve.
Lunch
Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center in Puerto Ayora.
Explore the lively main street of Puerto Ayora.
Enjoy the captain’s welcome cocktail and dinner on board.
Day 2
Bartolomé Island and Santiago Island Adventure on Bartolomé Island
Climb the wooden staircase on Bartolomé Island and explore its volcanic geology.
Reach the summit to enjoy panoramic views of lava fields and unique rock formations.
Take a panga ride around Pinnacle Rock to spot Galápagos penguins and other wildlife.
Explore Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island. Board a panga and visit Sullivan Bay on Santiago’s east coast.
Swim at the pristine white coral sand beach. Walk along a trail through a well-preserved lava field with resilient native flora.
Experience firsthand the volcanic origins of the Galápagos.
Day 3
Santa Cruz Island and Santiago Island
Discover Dragon Hill on Santa Cruz Island.
Explore the brackish lagoon at Dragon Hill, home to shorebirds and flamingos.
Enjoy panoramic views and observe iconic land iguanas.
Snorkel from the shore to see rays, green sea turtles, and sharks.
Explore Buccaneer Cove on Santiago Island.
Admire the spectacular cliffs and natural formations of Buccaneer Cove.
Discover seabirds, sea lions, and intertidal creatures. Enjoy snorkeling, panga rides, or glass-bottom boat excursions.
Day 4
Isabela Island and Fernandina Island
Experience Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela Island
Coastal exploration by panga along Punta Vicente Roca (no landing).
Observe sea lions, Nazca boobies, flightless cormorants, penguins, and marine iguanas.
Snorkel along the cliffs, with the possibility of spotting green sea turtles (weather permitting).
Sail through the Bolívar Channel and watch cetaceans feeding in nutrient-rich waters.
Discover Punta Espinoza on Fernandina Island.
Explore Fernandina’s pristine volcanic landscapes by panga.
Spot hawks, marine iguanas, penguins, and flightless cormorants.
Enjoy optional kayaking, glass-bottom boat rides, and snorkeling adventures.
Day 5
Baltra Island
Concluding stop at Baltra Island.
Return to Baltra Island.
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the mainland.
