High-class Western Islands Motor-Vessel Trip | Galapagos Yacht Charters

High-class Western Islands Motor-Vessel Trip | Santa Cruz II Expedition Ship

High-class Western Islands Motor-Vessel Trip

Santa Cruz II is one of the iconic vessels that will allow you to discover the Archipelago's natural wonders. This package will allow you to see the best of Western Archipelago as well as the Central Archipelago and part Southern Archipelago in only 5 days.

Day by day

Day 1: Baltra Island & Santa Cruz Island: Dragon Hill

Arrival on Thursday / Baltra

Flight from Quito, Guayaquil or Quito to Baltra (2 1/2 hours). Our natural guides will pick up passengers at the Galapagos airport and take them to a 10-minute drive on a bus to reach the dock where the Santa Cruz II is waiting.

PM Dragon Hill

Cerro Dragon is located on the north side of Santa Cruz. A brackish lagoon is the first stop on this walk. It's home to Flamingos, shorebirds, and Pintail Ducks. The trail continues inland and offers stunning views of the bay, western islands, and land iguanas.

Day 2: Isabela Island: Vicente Roca Point & Espinoza Point

AM: Vicente Roca Point

Naturalist guides will explain to guests the geology and dramatic landscape of the region. The site also serves as a breeding ground for many endemic species of birds, including Galapagos Penguins, flightless Cormorants and boobies. If the weather permits, you can snorkel along the steep cliffs in this rich marine area, which is often visited by oceanic sunfish (Mola Mola) and green sea turtles.

PM: Espinoza Point

This afternoon, we will explore Fernandina - the youngest of the islands in the archipelago. Fernandina is a unique island with an abundance of marine iguanas and a complete lack of imported animals. Sea lions are also found in this area, as well as Sally light foot crabs, Galapagos Hawks, and flightless cormorants.

Day 3: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station & Santa Cruz Highlands

Day 4: Floreana Island: Baroness Lookout, Post Office Bay, Champion Islet & Cormorant Point

Day 5: Baltra Airport & Transfer out

Map

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Cruise Includes

All programed visits as per itinerary with specialized naturalist bilingual guide

Accommodation in twin/double Horizon Deck Explorer Cabin with private facilities, all meals on board, drinking purified water, coffee and tea

Cruise Fuel Surcharge

Snorkeling equipment (fins, mask & snorkel) & sea-kayaks

Transfers within the islands on cruise dates as per itinerary

Personalized 24/7 assistance during tour

Cruise does not include

Airfare to/from Galapagos from/to Mainland Ecuador (to be added)

Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee US$200 per person (in cash only upon arrival)

Galapagos Migration Card US$20 in cash per person (at Mainland’s Airport)

Alcoholic/soft drinks, personal expenses, extras, tips and other services not specified in the program

All sizes wet-suits for rent on board (in cash)

Travel, medical & cancelation Insurance and any services on Mainland

Highlights

Enjoy the comfort and luxury of your incredible vessel and its ample social areas

Enjoy excursions on small groups to get the best out of each location with your experienced and friendly guide

Amazing hiking and snorkeling at Egas Port

Great variety of wildlife at Punta Espinoza, including endemic Penguins, Marine Iguanas and the Flightless Cormorant