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Galápagos – Central and East Islands aboard the Reina Silvia Voyager

10 days Ecuador, Galapagos Islands

About the trip

Once you visit these isolated Galápagos Islands that teem with an incredible diversity of marine and animal life, you’ll understand what makes them so special. Embark on this eight-day sailing tour onboard the Reina Silvia Voyager, our custom-built catamaran, which offers comfortable accommodations always close by. While exploring the central and eastern Galápagos Islands, you’ll witness the giant tortoises of Santa Cruz, spot marine life (including three types of boobies) on the volcanic landscapes of Punta Pitt, and hike along a saltwater lagoon on Rábida.

Galápagos – Central and East Islands aboard the Reina Silvia Voyager

Tour Details

What's Included

What's Included Cruise the Gal?pagos Islands aboard the Reina Silvia Voyager (7 nts) All meals aboard...

Accommodations

N/A

Meals

Meals

9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners
Allow USD120-160 for meals not included.

Transportation

N/A

Staff & Experts

N/A

Itinerary

Day 1

Quito: Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.

Day 2

Quito / Puerto Ayora: Transfer early to the airport for the flight to the Gal?pagos Islands. Upon arrival, meet the Naturalist Guide and cross to Santa Cruz islands to visit the highlands and the Charles Darwin Research Station before boarding the boat in the late afternoon from Puerto Ayora.

Day 3

Espa?ola: Gardner Bay / Punta Su?rez: Enjoy the day on Espa?ola Island, one of the oldest in the archipelago. Visit the white sandy beach of Gardner Bay and the bird colonies of Punta Su?rez. Take guided walks to observe wildlife and have free time for swimming or snorkelling.

Day 4

San Cristobal: Cerro Dragon / Punta Pitt: Land at Punta Pitt in the morning for a walk to observe the wildlife and spectacular scenery here. In the afternoon continue on to Cerro Dragon on San Crist?bal to observe sea lions and enjoy the beach before travelling to the dramatic Kicker Rock to see the steep vertical stone walls rising from the ocean. The beauty makes for memorable sunset views.

Day 5

Santa Fe / South Plaza: Visit Santa F? island for a chance to mingle with the iguanas. Continue to South Plaza for some great bird watching opportunities and views from the oceanside cliffs.

Day 6

Genovesa: Darwin Bay / El Barranco: Visit Darwin Bay and marvel at the sheer number of birds along the many trails. Head to El Barranco in the afternoon to see the many types of boobies, including red-footed boobies.

Day 7

Santiago / Bartolom?: Visit Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island to witness the giant lava formations contrasting the white-coral-sand beach. Continue to Bartolom? for a guided walk to see the island's dramatic volcanic features and the iconic Pinnacle Rock.

Day 8

R?bida / Chinese Hat: Spend the morning exploring the red sand beaches and salt water lagoons of this tiny island. Look for wading flamingos and nesting pelicans before heading out to do some snorkelling. In the afternoon, discover the lava flows and lava tunnels on the small island of Chinese Hat. After, enjoy a refreshing dip in turquoise waters. Search for fish and sea turtles in the protected bay.

Day 9

Baltra / Quito: Disembark the boat at Baltra to transfer to the airport and catch the flight back to Quito. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and joy one final night on the town.

Day 10

Quito: Depart at any time.

$8,210
per person

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