The Fernandina Itinerary 8 Days

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The Fernandina Itinerary 8 Days
Explore the enchanting Galapagos Islands with this 8-day and 7-night journey. You'll venture to renowned destinations like Santa Cruz, Isabela, Santiago, and Fernandina, encountering diverse wildlife such as massive tortoises, marine iguanas, penguins, flamingos, and sea lions. Discover the captivating natural wonders of the region as well, including the Sierra Negra volcano and the salt-water lake of Darwin's Crater. Immerse yourself in the exceptional allure and extraordinary wildlife that define the Galapagos Islands on this unforgettable expedition.

Day by day

Day 1 : Baltra Island & Santa Cruz Island: Highlands & Charles Darwin Station

Arrival at Baltra Airport

The Highlands of Santa Cruz Island

In the Santa Cruz highlands, you can see Galapagos tortoises in their natural habitat.

Charles Darwin Station

Charles Darwin Station, a National Park Information Center and research center. Charles Darwin Station is home to a land iguana and giant tortoise breeding program.

Day 2 : Sombrero Chino & Rabida Island

Sombrero Chino (Chinese Hat)

Sombrero Chino, a small island of volcanic origin located just southeast of Santiago. Named after its shape, the island is a small volcanic island. The fauna includes the Galapagos Penguin, Sea Lions, Marine Iguanas.

Rabida Island

Rabida, a tiny island in the Caribbean Sea with dark coral-sand beaches. The lagoon, with its flamingos, the pelican breeding site, the sea lion bachelor colonies, and the snorkeling area at the end are all highlights.

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Playa Las Bachas | Sea turtle | Galapagos Islands
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Bahía Elizabeth | Rays | Galapagos Islands
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Puerto Egas | Marine Iguana | Red Crabs | Galapagos Islands
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Cruise Includes

Accommodation (sharing double cabins)
Meals
Excursions led by professional Naturalist guide
Use of snorkel equipment
Wetsuit
Use of kayaks
All transport between visitor sites and yacht
Tea, coffee, water and natural juices
Welcome cocktail

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$100)
Transit Control Card (US$20)
Bottled beverages on board
Isabela Municipal dock fee (US$10 per person)

Highlights

Land iguanas, marine iguanas, lava lizards, sea lions, giant tortoises, sally lightfoot crabs
Variety of fish, sea turtles, eels, rays, invertebrates, possible hammerhead sharks, sea urchins, possible sea horses
Flamingos, penguins, flightless cormorant, brown pelican, Darwin finches, bluefooted boobies, whimbrels, lava gulls, swallowtailed gulls, Galapagos hawk, red-billed tropic birds, common gallinules
Salt bush, algodoncillo, jerusalem thorn, castela, lantana, red white and black mangroves, lava cactus, palo santo, manzanillo, yellow cordia, opuntia cactus
Walking, hiking, snorkeling, swimming, kayaking (certain sites), relaxing
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From $4,000.00 Per person

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