8 days – Eastern Islands | Galápagos Passion Yacht

8 days – Eastern Islands

This 8-day itinerary includes some of the Galapagos' most famous islands. Santa Cruz Island is included in the itinerary, as are Genovesa Island and Bartolome Island. The highlights of this itinerary are hiking up to the highest point of Bartolome Island and swimming in the crystal clear waters surrounding Bartolome Island. You can also see sea lions and penguins at Rabida Island. The itinerary is perfect for anyone who wants to experience the Galapagos Islands' unique beauty and see many different species of animals.

Day by day

Day 1: Baltra Island & Santa Cruz Island: Turtle Cove

Arrival at Baltra Airport

Santa Cruz Island

Santa Cruz, the largest island in the Central Islands, is the home of many popular tourist attractions and Puerto Ayora, the biggest human settlement.

Turtle Cove

Turtle Cove, a lagoon of red mangroves on Santa Cruz Island is an excellent example of the way mangroves change marine environments to produce a unique and rich habitat. Sea turtles and rays will be visible, as well as sharks and seabirds.

Day 2: Genovesa Island: Darwin Bay & El Barraco

Genovesa Island

Genovesa, an eroded volcanic flat island with a submerged caldera, is a volcanic island that is flat and eroded.

Darwin Bay

This area is dominated by steep cliffs. The area hosts thousands of frigatebirds as well as red-footed bobies.

El Barranco

This site is an excellent place to see the "short-eared" owl. Fur seals, seabirds of different species and other wildlife can be seen during the boat rides.

Day 3: Bartolome Island & Chinese Hat

Day 4: Rabida Island & Santa Cruz Island: Dragon Hill

Day 5: Santa Cruz Islands: Highlands & Charles Darwin Station

Day 6: South Plaza Island & Santa Fe Island

Day 7: Española Island: Gardner Bay & Punta Suarez

Day 8: Santa Cruz Island: Twin Craters & Departure

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Punta Suarez | Yellow-crowned Night Heron | Galapagos Islands

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Cruise Includes

Accommodation (sharing double cabins)

Meals

Excursions led by professional Naturalist guide

Use of snorkel equipment

Short wetsuit

Use of kayaks

All transport between visitor sites and yacht

Tea, coffee, water and natural juices

Cruise does not include

Air tickets to and from the Galapagos. Tickets have to be bought with Enchanted Expeditions - US$50 dollars net surcharge per pax if not

National Park fees (US$200)

Long wetsuits. Available for rent on board (US$60 per pax per week)

Transit Control Card (US$20)

Alcoholic and bottled beverages on board

Highlights

A fantastic ride along the Mangroves of Black Turtle Cove

Masked & Red-Footed Boobies, Hawks and more at must-visit Genovesa Islands.

See endemic Penguins and walk up to Pinnacle Rock when visiting Bartolome.

See different Darwin’s Finch species at Rabida Island.

Visit Santa Cruz Highlands and Turtle Breeding Center.

Enjoy a pleasant night sleep in your luxurious Suite even when sailing.

Spot Hawks, Frigate Birds, Sea lions and more at Santa Fe and South Plaza.