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Galapagos Adventure: Northern Islands (Grand Daphne)

Trip Type: Adventure Cruising

7 Days
| 1 - 16 People

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NZD $6,947.07 /Person
With almost 1000 kilometres of water lying between them and the South American mainland, the islands of the Galapagos were able to evolve largely …
Galapagos Adventure: Northern Islands (Grand Daphne)

With almost 1000 kilometres of water lying between them and the South American mainland, the islands of the Galapagos were able to evolve largely undisturbed by humanity. Discover the rugged landscape of this wild place with a week-long adventure cruise, all with a local naturalist guide by your side to show you the way. Encounter sea lions, hike over hardened lava, spot diverse marine life with snorkelling opportunities and cool off in the aquamarine waters. With time to explore both on land and underwater, your adventure will show you some of the best of the northern islands – don't forget to watch the sunset from your motor yacht every night, too!

Itinerary

Day 1: Quito

Day 2: Quito/Isla San Cristobal

Day 3: Isla Santa Fe/Isla Plaza Sur

Day 4: Isla Genovesa

Day 5: Isla Santiago/Isla Santa Cruz

Day 6: Isla Santa Cruz/Quito

Day 7: Quito

Trip Inclusions

Meals

6 breakfasts and 5 dinners are included

Transport

Boat, Plane, Bus, Zodiac (Panga)

Accomodation

Hotel (2 nights), Overnight boat (4 nights)

Included Activities

  • Isla San Cristobal - Interpretation Center Visit (1 hour) - Dry Landing
  • Isla Plaza Sur - Walk (2 hours) - Dry Landing
  • Isla Santa Fe - Walk (1.5 hours) - Wet Landing
  • Isla Santa Fe - Snorkel (1 hour)
  • Isla Genovesa - Bahia Darwin - Walk (2 hours) Wet Landing
  • Isla Genovesa - La Barranco - Snorkel (1 hour)
  • Isla Santiago - Sullivan Bay - Walk (1.5 hours) - Dry Landing
  • Isla Santiago - Sullivan Bay - Snorkelling (45 mins)
  • Isla Santa Cruz - Cerro Dragon - Walk (1.5 hours) - Dry Landing
  • Isla Santa Cruz - Cerro Dragon - Snorkelling or swimming (1 hour)
  • Isla Santa Cruz - Black Turtle Cove - Panga ride (1.5 hours)
Trip Highlights
  • Enjoy a short but sweet introduction to the famed archipelago – this trip makes for the perfect addition to any South American adventure – strikeing the perfect balance between excursion-packed days and relaxing evenings on the Grand Daphne – one of the newest motor yachts.
  • Hike, snorkel, sleep, repeat – this isn’t your average cruise! Get active in the rugged and isolated northern Galapagos Islands.
  • See sunbathing sea lions, colourful crabs, amazing birdlife and maybe even some giant tortoises that call these islands home.
  • Wander along the beautiful white sand beach at Bahia Borrero, then snorkel with reef sharks and manta rays.
  • Discover the otherworldly landscapes and creatures the islands are famous for, going deeper with a knowledgeable local naturalist guide who will accompany you on all your excursions.
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Provided by
Intrepid
Reference Code: GMDC
Trip Location
Trip Starts: Quito, Ecuador
Trip Ends: Quito, Ecuador
Countries Visited: Ecuador

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Destination Details

Ecuador
| 7 Days
| 1 - 16 People