Galapagos Northeast Discovery and Diversity - C

Description

The Galapagos Northeast Discovery and Diversity Itinerary C is a six-day, five-night adventure featuring a range of activities, including hiking, snorkeling, panga rides, paddle boarding, and kayaking. Starting on Monday with a visit to North Seymour, the journey continues through various islands, including Bartolome, Santiago, Genovesa, Plazas, Santa Fe, and San Cristobal. Each day offers unique wildlife encounters, such as blue-footed boobies, frigate birds, sea lions, and marine iguanas, along with opportunities for birdwatching, snorkeling, and exploring volcanic landscapes. The trip concludes on Saturday with a visit to the highlands of San Cristobal, offering a diverse and immersive experience of the Galapagos Islands’ rich biodiversity and stunning scenery.

Trip Name

Galapagos Northeast Discovery and Diversity - C

Days

Overview

Vessel Type: Yacht Length: 35 meters Passenger Capacity: 16 Built/Refurbished: 2007/2022 Live a unique experience and explore the Galapagos Islands aboard our renewed Galaxy Yacht Cruise, exclusivity and personalized service for your dreamed trip while exploring the Enchanted Islands. RESTAURANT Located on the main deck, where you can enjoy delicious and varied cuisine of national and international dishes, served as a menu and buffet. The options for vegetarians, vegans, gluten intolerant or others are to be informed before booking. With a capacity of accommodating 16 people, it also has a purified water station and hot drinks available 24 hours a day. SOLARIUM It is the ideal place to rest and relax in the lazy chairs, enjoying an incredible 360° view. LOUNGE Located on the main deck at the back of the boat, for your entertainment on board, the lounge has a TV, DVD player, small library and toy library. The windows give a beautiful light and a very appreciable view of the sea. BAR Located on the main deck, next to the lounge is the bar, where you can enjoy different options of cocktails, national and international drinks, and local exotic juices.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Day 1 – Monday Baltra Airport & North Seymour

Departure to the Galapagos Islands, arriving at Baltra airport, where a National Park-certified naturalist guide will welcome you. Your journey continues with a visit to North Seymour Island, showcasing the Galapagos' diverse wildlife, including blue-footed boobies, frigate birds, sea lions, and marine iguanas.

Day 2 - Day 2 – Tuesday Bartolome & Sullivan Bay

Bartolome Island offers panoramic views of volcanic landscapes and Pinnacle Rock, with opportunities to see Galapagos penguins and sea lions. Sullivan Bay features a hike across a preserved Pahoehoe lava flow, with sightings of resilient pioneer plants and various seabirds.

Day 3 - Day 3 – Wednesday Darwin Bay & El Barranco

Darwin Bay on Genovesa Island is a birdwatcher's paradise, hosting numerous boobies, gulls, and frigatebirds. El Barranco features cliffs ideal for nesting storm petrels and a significant population of short-eared owls, along with sightings of red-footed and Nazca boobies.

Day 4 - Day 4 – Thursday South Plazas Island & Santa Fe Island

South Plazas Island is known for its extraordinary flora and a large colony of land iguanas. Santa Fe Island offers opportunities to explore a prickly pear cactus forest and observe unique land iguanas, sea turtles, and various endemic finches.

Day 5 - Day 5 – Friday Highlands & Lobos Island

Your day starts with a trip to the highlands of San Cristobal Island, where you'll explore lush landscapes, encounter giant tortoises, and enjoy panoramic island views. The highlands contrast with the coast and are rich in bird species and endemic plants.Next, visit Lobos Island, a serene islet separated from San Cristobal by a narrow channel. Here, you'll find playful sea lion pups and the vibrant frigatebirds. Keep an eye out for blue-footed boobies performing their courtship dance.

Day 6 - Day 6 – Saturday San Cristobal Kicker Rock

Visit the Galapagos History Center on the outskirts of Puerto Baquerizo to explore the challenges faced by early settlers and notable visitors like Charles Darwin.Then, admire Kicker Rock, a towering volcanic formation off San Cristobal’s coast, home to seabirds like boobies and frigatebirds. While no landing is allowed, a boat circumnavigation offers stunning views.Finally, transfer back to mainland Ecuador, reflecting on the unique wildlife and landscapes of the Galapagos Islands. Your journey concludes with lasting memories of this remarkable archipelago.

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Itineraries are subject to change.

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Inclusions

Witness the courtship dance of blue-footed boobies on North Seymour Island.
Snorkel alongside Galapagos penguins and reef sharks at Bartolome Island.
Explore the lush highlands of San Cristobal, home to giant tortoises and endemic bird species.