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Galapagos 8 Day Luxury Voyage

Galapagos 8 Day Luxury Voyage

From $ 6,545 AUD

Description

Enjoy the optimum experience in the Galapagos Islands. Sail the islands aboard specially designed yachts and explore a unique archipelago unlike any other on Earth.

Trip Name
Galapagos 8 Day Luxury Voyage
Days
8
Overview
Natural Paradise Yacht A luxury yacht customized to carry 16 adventurers in comfort and safety through the Galapagos Islands. • Excellent Itineraries • Large Suites • Private Balconies • Spacious sundeck • Onboard internet service The Natural Paradise Luxury Yacht offers travelers a variety of accommodation options that suit everyone's needs, while always offering the best quality in overall experience. This intimate ship can comfortably hold up to 16 passengers on 8, 5, and 4-day Galapagos tours. Travelers can pick from 9 different spacious and comfortable cabins that include suites with balconies overlooking the ocean, junior suites, and staterooms, all featuring large bathrooms, air-conditioning, and luxury amenities. Our guests will enjoy every part of their trip with gorgeous views from the sundeck with a jacuzzi, delicious meals in the barbecue and al fresco dining areas, and a safe internal staircase. Throughout their trip, travelers will also enjoy excellent service provided by the ships’ 10 crew members and cruise director during their time aboard, and a certified bilingual naturalist guide for all excursions. Infinity Luxury Yacht The Infinity Luxury Yacht offers high performance, unrivalled comfort and stunning style. • Huge Staterooms • 2 National Park Guides • Private Balconies • Interconnected Cabins • Onboard internet service Infinity yacht, the best way to enjoy a great adventure and get to know the Galapagos Islands, surrounded by luxury and comfort. This beautiful ship was designed with families and small groups in mind. With two large suites and eight cabins, some of which are interconnected, all with panoramic windows and personal balconies, guests will feel right at home. Travelers can choose from 4, 5, and 8-day itineraries that are all full of adventure. With spacious social areas, such as an al fresco dining area, barbecue area, and living room, guests will be comfortable during their entire journey. When passengers are aboard Infinity they will enjoy every second of their trip with the help of a cruise director and an attentive staff. Grand Majestic Yacht The only modern charter yacht cruising the Galapagos. This elegantly sporty yacht is the fastest in the Islands and offers high-quality service. • Ideal for private charters • Large master suite available • Excellent itineraries • High-Quality service The Grand Majestic is the fastest vessel cruising the Galapagos Archipelago. Grand Majestic is known for its outstanding service and attention to detail due to its dedicated staff and crew. With hand-crafted 4, 5, and 8-day itineraries led by a certified naturalist guide, guests will be able to get up close and personal with the amazing wildlife and Galapagos scenery. Modeled after traditional American luxury yachts, our vessel takes it one step further to incorporate a modern twist. The Grand Majestic is even the fastest ship in all the Islands, which allows guests to spend more of their precious time enjoying Galapagos. Galapagos Horizon Trimaran Horizon is a luxury trimaran that provides an intimate experience on board with a touch of elegance and comfort. • The only trimaran in Galapagos • All cabins with private balconies • Excellent for groups and families • Outstanding itineraries Horizon provides a top-notch experience with one of the smoothest rides in Galapagos. Horizon is outfitted with 8 elegant and ample cabins, each with their own private balcony. Her amenities include a modern lounge, bar, al fresco dining area, and an extensive solarium with jacuzzi, designed to catch the best sights that the islands can offer, surrounded by endless charm. This cruise can comfortably accommodate 16 travelers who can choose 4, 5 or 8-day itineraries, visiting the most outstanding points in the islands, led by a certified bilingual naturalist guide and enjoying excellent service provided by crew members and a cruise director. Cormorant II Catamaran The Cormorant II is our brand new luxury mega-catamaran equipped with ample cabins and the most sophisticated design to provide the smoothest of sailings. • Newest Luxury Catamaran in Galapagos • Premium Suites with private jacuzzies • Onboard internet service • All suites with private balconies Royal Galapagos is proud to announce the inclusion of the mega catamaran M/C Cormorant II to the Royal Galapagos fleet. The Cormorant II is the largest luxury catamaran in the Galapagos. Accommodating a total of 16 guests, this vessel features nine spacious, elegantly designed suites providing a pleasant and comfortable stay. In each modern suite aboard the Cormorant II, guests will find floor-to-ceiling, panoramic windows and private balconies. The Premium Suites include an oversized balcony with an exclusive jacuzzi. The main deck features two pairs of connected cabins, which are the perfect option for families or groups. An attentive crew will keep an eye on every detail, providing an intimate cruising experience through the Galapagos Islands during their 4, 5 or 8-day itineraries. Calipso Yacht Calipso allows you to explore Galapagos in both Naturalist and Diving itineraries. Features a spacious lounge, dining area, dive deck, sundeck and 10 cabins. • Naturalist and Diving Cruises • Recently Refurbished • Brand new and beautiful cabins • Excellent Itineraries • Onboard internet service On Calipso, travelers will enjoy the best of both worlds that the Galapagos Islands have to offer: the land and sea. Upgraded and modernized in 2019, this ship is perfect for all kinds of adventurers. With 8 spacious cabins that can hold up to 16 passengers, a professional crew, expert naturalist and diving guides, open dining and social areas, and free WiFi, travelers can enjoy any of the 4, 5, and 8-day tours in comfort. All itineraries are perfect for any adventurer as Calipso provides both excellent naturalist itineraries that cover the islands and the best diving itineraires that explore more of the depths of the ocean.

Itinerary



Day 1 - IMPORTANT
The itinerary below is only an example. The program will change depending on your departure date. Please contact our reservation team for more information.
Day 2 - Day 1: Tuesday SANTA CRUZ ISLAND
In the morning: Baltra Airport ArrivalMorning flight from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra, Galapagos Islands.You will arrive at Baltra Island in the morning. After passing through immigration and baggage claim, you will be met by a Infinitystaff member and transferred to the yacht. You will be shown to your cabin where you will have some time to settle in before lunchand a welcome briefing.In the afternoon: Black Turtle CoveVisit Black Turtle Cove in the northern part of Santa Cruz. This inlet is surrounded by mangroves and is only accessible by dinghy.The shallow cove is a haven for young marine life. Black-tip and white-tip reef sharks, sea turtles, and a variety of rays are oftenspotted here.
Day 3 - Day 2: Wednesday GENOVESA ISLAND
In the morning: El BarrancoEl Barranco, also known as Prince Phillip’s Steps, is a steep, rocky path that leads up a high cliff rock face. A marvelous view canbe appreciated from here. This site is also home to Palo Santo vegetation as well as red-footed boobies, short-eared owls,Galapagos storm petrels, and Galapagos doves.In the afternoon: Darwin BayVisit the white-sand coral beach of Darwin Bay which includes a half mile trail (0,75km) that winds through mangroves filled withland birds. Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, and swallow-tailed gulls, which can easily be spotted here. Further down the pathwe’ll find tidal pools where sea lions swim playfully. At the end is a spectacular view of a cliff.
Day 4 - Day 3: Thursday SANTIAGO AND RABIDA ISLANDS
In the morning: Sullivan BayYou will visit Sullivan Bay located on the southeast part of Santiago. This place is interesting for its geology because the area iscovered by lava flows. This place has elevations in the form of small volcanoes formed by the lava flows.In the afternoon: RabidaYou will visit Rabida Island (or Jervis) which is one of the most colorful and volcanically varied islands in the archipelago as well as agreat snorkeling site. We will start on Rabida’s famous maroon/red sand beach, and after an easy hike, you will arrive to a stunninglookout to enjoy the amazing landscapes. The island is a birdwatcher’s delight. Some species are abundant such as a few varietiesof finches, Galapagos vermilion flycatchers, Galapagos hawks and brown pelicans.
Day 5 - Day 4: Friday SANTA CRUZ ISLAND
In the morning: Fausto Llerena Breeding CenterYou will visit “Fausto Llerena” Giant Tortoises Creeding Center in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island, where giant tortoises are bred incaptivity; this is home to tortoises ranging from 3-inches (new hatchlings) to 4-feet long adults. Subspecies of the giant tortoisesinteract with one another, and many of the older tortoises are accustomed to humans stretching out their heads for a photoopportunity. The babies are kept until they are about four years-old and strong enough to survive on their own.In the afternoon: El ChatoEl Chato reserve is divided into two areas: Caseta and Chato. The trail begins at Santa Rosa (13.7 miles / 22 km) from PuertoAyora, with the Caseta route being the most challenging. The reserve allows visitors to observe giant tortoises in the wild during thedry season and is also a good place to spot short-eared owls, Darwin’s finches, yellow warblers, Galapagos rails and paint-billedcrakes.
Day 6 - Day 5: Saturday SANTA CRUZ ISLAND
In the morning: Dragon HillThe visitors’ site at Dragon Hill is located in northwestern Santa Cruz Island and consists of a 1,600 m long trail that runs throughthree different environments. The beach is very rocky. At high tide it’s a nice place for snorkeling. At this visiting site you can findvegetation of the typical intertidal zone and dry zone.In the afternoon: Bachas BeachBachas Beach is located on the north shore of Santa Cruz and is a beach for swimming. One of the few remnants of the U.S. WorldWar II presence in the Galapagos, a floating pier, can be seen here. You may see flamingos, Sally Lightfoot crabs, hermit crabs,black-necked stilts, and whimbrels. Sea turtles also nest on the beach.
Day 7 - Day 6: Sunday FLOREANA ISLAND
In the morning: Post Office BayYou will land on a beach and head to a spot where 18th century whalers placed a wooden barrel used as an unofficial mail box. Thecustom continues to this day with Galapagos visitors. So, don’t forget your postcards, and don’t be surprised if the post cardarrives to its destination before you even get home!In the afternoon: Cormorant PointCormorant Point hosts a large flamingo lagoon where other birds such as common stilts and white-cheeked pintails can also beseen. The beaches on this island are distinct: The Green Beach is named so due to its green color, which comes from a highpercentage of olivine crystals in the sand, and the Four Sand Beach is composed of white coral.Afterwards: Devil’s CrownYou will have a chance to snorkel around Devil’s Crown which is the rocky remains of an offshore volcano sticking out of the water.This is a great location to spot a wide range of marine creatures.
Day 8 - Day 7: Monday ESPAÑOLA ISLAND
In the morning: Suarez PointOn the trail to Suarez Point you will have the chance to spot blue-footed boobies, albatrosses, and Nazca boobies. This island isthe breeding site of nearly all of the world’s 12,000 pairs of waved albatrosses. You will also visit a beautiful site on the ocean frontwhere there is a cliff that the large albatrosses use as a launching pad! You will have the chance to see the famous blowhole thatspurts sea water into the air. The landscape is great for photographyIn the afternoon: Gardner Bay, Gardner Islet & Osborn IsletThis excursion takes you to the spectacular Gardner Bay. After landing, you can walk across a lovely white-sand beach amongst abusy sea lion colony or dive into the water to swim with sea lion pups. You may also see curious mockingbirds on the beach.
Day 9 - Day 8: Tuesday SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND
In the morning: Gianni Arismendy Interpretation CenterThis site is part of an environment project. The tour of this center will explore the natural history of the islands including humaninteraction and conservation efforts. The Museum of Natural History explains the volcanic origin of the archipelago, ocean currents,climate, and the arrival of endemic species. The Human History exhibit chronologically describes significant events such asdiscovery and colonization of the islands.Afterwards: San Cristobal airport departureAfter this final visit, you will be transferred to the San Cristobal airport in time for your flight back to the mainland.

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Inclusions

    • Galapagos Travel Experiences aboard modern and comfortable private yachts
    • Plan your perfect Galapagos vacation by adding extension tours to the Amazon Jungle, Ecuador and Machu Picchu

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