Galapagos
Cruises
5 days 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
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 flight back to the mainland.
