Galápagos
Cruise
5-day tour
Isabela II
The 5-day Galapagos cruise begins on Santa Cruz Island. We first explore the lush Highlands and then visit the world-famous Charles Darwin Research Station.
The next day, we enjoy panoramic views on Bartolome Island. There, we snorkel with penguins and swim at the white coral beach of Sullivan Bay. This beach is edged by dramatic lava fields.
Continuing our journey, we spend the morning at Dragon Hill, home to dusty-yellow land iguanas. Later, we hike to the volcanic crater at James Bay and retrace the steps of Charles Darwin.
As we head west, we ride dinghies to observe Punta Vicente Roca’s wildlife. Our journey then continues to Fernandina, the youngest island in the archipelago. It is regarded as one of the most pristine environments, where life evolves naturally, untouched by humans.
Day 1
Explore Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Research Station
Visit the Highlands of Santa Cruz and the Giant Tortoise Reserve.
Lunch
Visit Charles Darwin Research Station and Giant Tortoise Breeding Center in Puerto Ayora
Explore the lively main street of Puerto Ayora
Enjoy the Captain’s welcome cocktail and dinner aboard the vessel
Day 2
Bartolome island & Santiago Island
Bartolome Island Adventure
Climb the wooden staircase on Bartolome Island, exploring volcanic geology.
Reach the summit for panoramic views of lava fields and rock formations.
Take a panga ride around Pinnacle Rock to spot Galapagos penguins and wildlife
Explore Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island
Transfer to pangas and visit Sullivan Bay on
Santiago’s east coast
Swim at the pristine white coral sand beach
Hike a trail through a well-preserved lava field with resilient flora
Experience the volcanic origins of the Galapagos firsthand
Day 3
Santa Cruz Island & Santiago Island
Discover Dragon Hill on Santa Cruz Island
Explore Dragon Hill’s brackish lagoon with shorebirds and flamingos.
Enjoy panoramic views and spot iconic land iguanas.
Snorkel from the shore to see rays, green turtles, and sharks.
Explore Buccaneer Cove on Santiago Island
Explore Buccaneer Cove’s dramatic cliffs and natural formations
Discover marine birds, sea lions, and intertidal creatures
Enjoy snorkeling, panga, or glass-bottom boat rides
Day 4
4 Isabel Island & Fernandina island
Experience Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela Island
Dinghy exploration along Punta Vicente Roca’s coast (no landing)
Spot fur seals, Nazca boobies, flightless cormorants, penguins, and marine iguanas
Snorkel by the cliffs, possibly seeing green sea turtles (weather permitting)
Sail Bolivar Channel and watch for cetaceans feeding in nutrient-rich waters
Discover Punta Espinoza on Fernandina Island
Explore Fernandina Island’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.
