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Treasures of Galapagos: Western & Central Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

Trip Type: Adventure Cruising

13 Days
| 1 - 16 People

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NZD $14,748.76 /Person
Embark on an immersive 13-day adventure cruise through the Galapagos Islands and experience the natural world, both on land and sea. Encounter diverse wildlife, …
Treasures of Galapagos: Western & Central Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

Embark on an immersive 13-day adventure cruise through the Galapagos Islands and experience the natural world, both on land and sea. Encounter diverse wildlife, from lumbering giant tortoises and sunbathing sea lions to scuttling crabs and blue-footed boobies. Wander through lava flow on Las Tintoreras, snorkel in the waters of protected cove Punta Carrion and stick your toes in the olivine-crystal sands of Punta Cormorant. This trip allows plenty of time to absorb the spoils of these unique, wildlife-rich islands, so you can cruise into another world while your naturalist guide sorts out the rest.

Itinerary

Day 1: Quito

Day 2: Isla Baltra/Punta Carrion

Day 3: Isla Isabela/Las Tintoreras/Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre

Day 4: Isla Floreana/Post Office Bay/Devil's Crown/Punta Cormorant

Day 5: Isla Santa Cruz/Charles Darwin Station/Santa Cruz Highlands

Day 6: Isla Santa Fe/Isla Plaza Sur

Day 7: Isla Espanola/Bahia Gardner/Punta Suarez

Day 8: Isla San Cristobal/Leon Dormido/Isla Lobos/Punta Pitt

Day 9: Isla San Cristobal

Day 10: Bartolome/Bahia Sullivan

Day 11: Isla Santiago/Espumilla Beach/Buccaneer Cove/Puerto Egas

Day 12: Isla Santa Cruz/Puerto Ayora

Day 13: Quito

Trip Inclusions

Meals

12 breakfasts and 11 dinners are included

Transport

Minibus, Boat, Plane, Zodiac

Accomodation

Hotel (2 nights), Overnight boat (10 nights)

Included Activities

  • Isla Santa Cruz - Punta Carrion - Snorkelling (1 hour)
  • Isla Isabela - Las Tintoreras visit (1.5 hours) - Dry Landing
  • Isla Isabela - Arnolda Tupiza Tortoise Breeding Center including Flamingo Lagoon (2 hours) - Dry Landing
  • Isla Floreana - Post Office Bay - Walk (1.5 hours) - Wet Landing
  • Isla Floreana - Punta Cormorant walk (1.5 hours) - Wet Landing
  • Isla Floreana - Devil's Crown snorkelling (1 hour)
  • Isla Floreana - Post Office Bay snorkelling (45 mins)
  • Isla Santa Cruz - Highlands Visit (1.5 hours) - Dry Landing
  • Isla Santa Cruz - Charles Darwin Research Station (1 hour) - Dry Landing
  • Isla Plaza Sur - Walk (2 hours) - Dry Landing
  • Isla Santa Fe - Panga ride (45 mins)
  • Isla Santa Fe - Walk (1.5 hours) - Wet Landing
  • Isla Espanola - Punta Suarez - Walk (3 hours) - Dry Landing
  • Isla Espanola - Bahia Gardener - Snorkel (1 hour)
  • Isla Espanola - Bahia Gardener - Walk (1 hours) - Wet Landing
  • Isla San Cristobal - Punta Pitt - Walk (2 hours) - Wet Landing
  • Isla San Cristobal - Isla Lobos - Walk (1 hour) - Dry Landing
  • San Cristobal - Leon Dormido (Kicker Rock)
  • Isla San Cristobal - Interpretation Center Visit (1 hour) - Dry Landing
  • Isla San Cristobal - Highlands Walk (1.5 hours) - Dry Landing
  • Isla Santiago - Sullivan Bay - Walk (1.5 hours) - Dry Landing
  • Isla Bartolome - Walk (1.5 hours) - Dry Landing
  • Isla Bartolome - Snorkelling (1.5 hours)
  • Isla Bartolome - Panga ride (30 mins)
  • Isla Santiago - Puerto Egas - Walk (1.45 hours) - Wet Landing
  • Isla Santiago - Puerto Egas - Snorkelling (1 hour)
  • Isla Sanitago - Espumilla Beach - Panga ride or Snorkelling (45 mins)
  • Isla Sanitago - Buccaneer's Cove - Panga Ride (45 mins)
  • Isla Santa Cruz - Charles Darwin Research Station (1 hour) - Dry Landing
Trip Highlights
  • Encounter nature at its finest as you follow in the footsteps of Charles Darwin, spotting some of the strangest and most beautiful creatures on Earth in their natural habitats.
  • Watch Galapagos tortoises at all stages of life and development in breeding centres, then search for these ancient creatures in the wild highlands of Isla Santa Cruz.
  • Swim with the sea lions of the Galapagos – the puppies of the sea, these creatures are naturally friendly and inquisitive.
  • Hike, snorkel, sail and enjoy plenty of free time to unwind on the deck of your motor yacht, with a beer or wine in hand as you birdwatch.
  • Island-hop in the most comfortable way aboard the Grand Queen Beatriz – this is unlike other cruises, as this trip is built for small-group adventure!
Dates & Availability

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Provided by
Intrepid
Reference Code: GMQJ
Trip Location
Trip Starts: Quito, Ecuador
Trip Ends: Quito, Ecuador
Countries Visited: Ecuador

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Destination Details

Ecuador
| 13 Days
| 1 - 16 People