Adventure & Wildlife in the Western Galapagos Islands

Adventure & Wildlife in the Western Galapagos Islands
Cruise the Galapagos Archipelago sailing a Luxury two-times World Travel Award Winner (2017-2018) Yacht and enjoy the diverse Wildlife and natural sceneries around the best sites of the Western Islands like Fernandina where you will see the incredible Flightless Cormorants, Marine Iguanas and Galapagos Penguins.

Day by day

Day 1 : Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station

Thursday: Charles Darwin Station, Santa Cruz Island

Sea Star Journey C itinerary: Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, travelers pass through an airport inspection point to insure that no foreign plants or animals are introduced to the islands, as well as to pay the park entrance fee of $100 (unless it has been prepaid). A representative of our M/Y Galápagos Sea Star Journey will meet you, help you collect your luggage, and escort you on a bus ride to the Itabaca Channel and then transfer to Puerto Ayora.

PM: Charles Darwin Station, Santa Cruz Island

Although the great majority of Galapagos visitors come here to observe and appreciate natural wonders, they also learn how people is working to protect and conserve the islands. In fact, the main attractions are the National Park information center, the Van Staelen Exhibition Hall, the Breeding and Rearing Center for young tortoises and adult Galapagos tortoises in captivity.

Day 2 : Isabela Island: White Tipped Reef Shark Canal & Sierra Negra Volcano

AM: White Tipped Reef Shark Canal, Isabela Island

A delightful place reached by a nice zodiac ride. “Tintoreras” are small islands in front of Puerto Villamil coast. There is Heron lava on the lookout on mangrove branch, and Galapagos Penguin and sea lion often pop out on shore. White-tipped reef sharks are fairly common in the archipelago. Their name in Spanish is Tintoreras, as well as the name of this site, it is because you can always find them here resting in the shallow waters.

PM: Sierra Negra Volcano, Isabela Island

Isabela Island is the largest and one of the youngest islands in the Galapagos archipelago. We land in Puerto Villamil, which has the second smallest population in Galapagos with approximately 3000 hab. We head up to the highlands from Puerto Villamil to Sierra Negra slope, and later we will do some hiking on uneven terrain until we arrive to the Sierra Negra volcano rim. Sierra Negra is the second widest crater in the world. From this viewpoint, you have fantastic sights to the 6 x 5 -mile-wide crater, the rest of the volcanoes, and Perry Isthmus, a 12 Km wide lava field. In fact, from here we can hike to Chico Volcano to watch the striking lava formations, examples of the geological occurrences that have created the Galapagos Islands.

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Bahía Urbina | Land iguana | Galapagos Islands
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Cruise Includes

All programed visits as per itinerary with specialized naturalist bilingual guide
Accommodation in twin/double cabin with private facilities (surcharge for suite)
All meals on board, drinking purified water, coffee and tea
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 USD 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, and tips
All sizes wet-suits for rent on board (in cash)
Travel, medical & cancelation Insurance and any services on Mainland
Other services not specified in the program

Highlights

Snorkel and swim with speedy Penguins and curious sea-lions.
Meet the endemic Flightless Cormorant at Fernandina, an icon of evolution.
See the Galapagos Tortoises on semi-wild state at Santa Cruz Highlands.
Be on the lookout for Land Iguanas at Urbina Bay (Isabela).
Enjoy your cruise’s social areas, sun-deck and its friendly crew.
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From $4,530.00 Per person

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