Baltra - After landing at Baltra Airport, we drive to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry across to Santa Cruz Island. A 30-minute bus ride takes us up to the fascinating, more humid Highlands of the island where weâll learn about its unique ecosystems and biodiversity. Lunch is served at a local restaurant.
- Three meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Island Sightseeing with certified Naturalist Guides
- Multimedia natural history lectures
- Use of snorkeling equipment including wet suits for rent
- Sea Kayaks, Paddle boards, and Glass Bottom boat for exploration
- Stargazing Program for nighttime entertainment
- Reading Room & Natural History Library for relaxation and learning
- Hot Tub and Air-conditioned accommodations for comfort
- Doctor onboard 24/7 for safety
- Boutique/Gift Shop for souvenirs
- PA System, Radio, telephone, E-mail, and Fax communications
- Safety boxes to secure valuables
- Hairdryers in rooms
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Bar
2013 Lounge for socializing
- Airport transportation to/from Galapagos and airport taxes (A destination expert will contact you).
- Galapagos National Park Entrance (A Destination Expert will provide more information).
- Ingala Transit Control Card (A destination expert will provide more information).
- Gift Pack, tips and gratuities.
- Soft & Alcoholic beverages, available at an extra cost ( Over 18 years old).
- Medical insurance and travel insurance.
- Wetsuits (Available on board for rent).
- Fuel surcharge (US $20 per person / per day).
We commence our exploration at Santa Cruz Island, encountering the enchanting dwellers of the Galapagos archipelago: The Giant Tortoises. Our initial stop post disembarking at Baltra airport will be to admire these majestic beings in their untouched surroundings. Our subsequent day leads us to Santiago Island, where we have a unique opportunity to snorkel with marine iguanas. Later in the day, we pay a visit to the sandy expanses of Sombrero Chino (Chinese Hat Islet). Following this, we set sail for Genovesa Island, an incredible avian paradise! We preserve the whole day for relishing the sight of bird colonies, exploring its cliffs, shoreline, and sandy stretches. As we circle back to the central islands, Santa Fe beckons us with its unique Land Iguana. The later part of the day gives us a chance to spot sea lions, rays, and sharks in the crystal-clear waters of South Plaza.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Itinerary subject to change due to weather, logistical, Galápagos Park regulations or operational reasons
- Baggage important notes: Guests can bring aboard the ship a reasonable amount of clothing and personal effects without charge. Baggage is handled in accordance with the airlines’ regulations and tariffs. Baggage exceeding these limitations is subject to the charges as set forth by the individual operators. Airlines are strict with baggage limitations. The current limits are 23 kg (50.6 pounds) for checked items, 8 kg (17 pounds) for hand luggage and 1 personal item (handbag, camera bag, laptop, etc.)
- All baggage must be securely packed, and properly and clearly labeled. Liquid, fragile, perishable and other articles not suitably packed are transported at guests’ own risk.
- Restricted Baggage in the Galapagos: Local authorities manage the quarantine system of the Galápagos National Park in order to reduce the possibility of foreign species invading the archipelago. All cargo and luggage that arrives to Galapagos National Park or that is transferred from one island to another must be inspected. To preserve the human health and the native species of the Galapagos Islands, the following products may not be transferred to Galapagos: fresh vegetables and fruits, animal products and or their derivatives, dairy products. Other live animals, pathological samples, dry coffee beans, genetically modified organisms, forest species or their disseminative parts, grass and its disseminative parts, fresh flowers, medicinal plants and their disseminative parts, banana tree leaves, micro-organisms (fungi, bacteria, etc.) soil and sand, and animal vaccines
- One of our destination experts will get in touch with our guests to make sure they have all logistical information available, specially due to entry requirements to the Galapagos Islands and schedules for domestic air tickets to Galapagos.
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.