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SATURDAY: BALTRA ISLAND – MOSQUERA ISLET

• Arrive to Baltra Island

• Transfer IN.

• Welcome on board Galaxy Cruise.

• Welcome drink and lunch.

➤ MOSQUERA ISLET: This islet is located between Baltra Island and North Seymour. Here, we find the biggest sea lion colony; it is also possible to observe several species of birds.  Enjoy the white sand beach.  

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SUNDAY: SANTIAGO ISLAND: SULLVAN BAY & BARTOLOME ISLAND

➤ SANTIAGO ISLAND: SULLIVAN BAY: All the road and the island is composed of lava flows that still they are virtually without eroding and they cover an extensive area, lava pohoehhoe or of cords, hornitos, mollugo, this plant grows in the lava. Lava Colonizers. Snacks and refreshing beverages expect for you.

➤ BARTOLOME ISLAND: Activities on this island include:  walking, swimming, snorkeling, and photography.  We will follow a path to the top (114m) where we can see pioneering plants such as tiquilia, chamaesyce, and scalesia.  The island has been formed by cones, lava pipes where lava once flowed.  Following the wet landing at the beach, we will follow a path through mangrove swamps and sand dune vegetation, to the south beach.  At the north beach, guests can enjoy swimming and snorkeling.

From the top of Bartolome, we will be able to see the islands of Santiago, Rabida, and Isabela.  We will see penguins in the Rock Pinnacle.  

MONDAY: GENOVESA ISLAND: BARRANCO & DARWIN BAY

➤ BARRANCO: Also known as Prince Felipe’s stairs.  Here, we will have a walk for the Barranco path. In our journey we will observe tropical birds, petrels, common frigate, red-foot boobies, mask boobies, dove, and finches.

➤ DARWIN BAY:  Genovesa is a small island in the north of the Galapagos.  Our unloading in Darwin Bay will be wet.  Near the beach is a mangrove swamp where we will find a colony of frigates, marine iguanas, red-footed boobies and mask boobies, the great terrestrial finch, seagulls, herons, and cactus finch.

Following the land visit, our passengers can enjoy a swim in the bay.  Snacks and refreshments are available.  

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TUESDAY: SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND: INTERPRETATION CENTER & LOBOS ISLANDS

➤ INTERPRETATION CENTER: This center is location in the main port.  After breakfast, our first visit is to the Interpretation Center of San Cristobal.  This modern and sophisticated architectural space was designed for the natural interpretation of the Galapagos.  You will learn about the volcanic formation of the islands, the evolution of the species, the history of human settlement, and complex systems and management models.

➤ LOBOS ISLAND: Panga Riding, swimming and snorkeling. Here, we can walk, swim and snorkel among the seals, frigates, marine iguanas, lava lizards, and the small endemic Galapagos snake. Here, we can swim and snorkeling in the same place it.

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WEDNESDAY: ESPAÑOLA ISLAND

➤ GARDNER BY:   The sea lion is one of the animals in Galapagos which gets the total attention of the visitors in the Galapagos: they are curious and playful, but at times aggressive; they are nice and loving, but also lazy. In Gardner Bay, we are going to find many of them relaxing on the beach enjoying the sun.

In addition to observing these fascinating animals, while snorkeling, we will be able to swim with sea lions, sea turtles, a diversity of tropical fish, marine iguanas, etc.  

➤ SUAREZ POINT:  There is no color more amazing and outstanding in this tropical desert island, than that of the blue-foot boobies.  These birds have an impressive form of “greeting” and it is a real thrill to see their mating dance.  The blue-footed booby can be seen on several of the islands as nesting grounds and feed are located in several coastal locations.  The albatross, an aristocratic bird weighing up to four kilograms, can be observed here.  One of the largest birds of the islands, approximately 12,000 couples nest on Espanola Island and a smaller number nest on Silver Island, near mainland Ecuador.  This species is considered endemic to this island; during our walk, we will observe these fantastic birds while taking in the beautiful landscapes offered by this island.  It is important to note that albatrosses will not be seen between January and March (non-breeding) season.  We will also see colonies of marine iguanas, zayapas, masked boobies, finches, Espanola cucuves, and seagulls unique to the islands.  Our walk will be on lava rock where we will be able to see lava tubes.  Red mangroves are found here.  Delicious snacks and fresh beverages are waiting for you on the ship.

THURSDAY: FLOREANA ISLAND

Breakfast early in the morning. Our first visit will be:

➤ POST OFFICE:  Mail Bay is located on the north side of Floreana Island.  Captain James Colnett installed an empty barrel to be used as a post office for the whaling fleets that stopped at the Galapagos Islands.  You can leave postcards to your friends and relatives here and/or pick up mail to deliver.  Back at the ship, Delicious snacks and beverages are waiting for you.

➤ CORMORANT POINT: This point is located at west of Floreana Island and it is famous for its dark green beach (due to the great quantity of olivine crystals). You can see many marine invertebrates, as well as sea lions, sea iguanas, the frigates and pelicans.

Second visit: DEVIL´S CROWN: Enjoy a panga ride around a small island, a satellite islet of Floreana Island. Here, we will find a group of rocks that resemble a Crown due to the constant erosion caused by the sea. It is one of the better places to snorkel in the interior and around the crown.  Excellent visibility allows guests to admire a great variety of fish and sea animals.

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FRIDAY: SANTA FE ISLAND & SOUTH PLAZAS ISLAND

➤ SANTA FE:  With 24 km2 and 60 m of height above sea level, this central island is a unique place to visit.  It has an incredible bay of turquoise water, protected by a natural barrier of rocks.  You will see colonies of seals as hawks fly overhead.  This island is home to one of the two species of land iguanas found in the Galapagos. Their main food source is the leaves and fruit of the large, thick cactus found here.

Crabs, nocturnal herons, marine iguanas, cucuves and land doves are seen frequently. The Bay is excellent place to swim and to do snorkel. Marine tortoises, rays, sea lions and tropical fish are an amazing attraction! Snacks and refreshing beverages are waiting for you on board.  Lunch. Navigation toward South Plazas Island.

➤ SOUTH PLAZAS: are two small islands, created by an uplifting of the land.  The land iguanas are smaller here; they nest during the warm season. The hike goes along an extraordinary cliff where sea birds nest. There are approximately 1000 sea lions (Zalophus Wollebaeki) located on the south side of the Plazas.

SATURDAY: SANTA CRUZ ISLAND

We take our breakfast very early in the morning before our last visit: ESTACION CHARLES DARWIN.

Charles Darwin Station: is located in the main port on Santa Cruz Island; we will take a private bus to the entrance of the breeding center where we will see tortoises and land iguanas in captivity.  This center is the main breeding site on the islands.  Animals that were in danger of extinction on the various islands are maintained in captivity.  Thanks to the dedicated work of several institutions, some species are being saved. Here lived Lonesome George, the famous last survivor of the giant tortoise species found on Pinta Island.  Transfer to the airport.

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** This itinerary is subject to change without notice; due to seasonal changes, weather conditions or Galapagos National Park regulations. **