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Seabird Sanctuary Expedition – Central and North-Eastern Galapagos Cruise

Seabird Sanctuary Expedition – Central and North-Eastern Galapagos Cruise

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Description

Our Northern Galapagos Yacht Itinerary sets off with a tour of Santa Cruz Island’s gorgeously green highlands, home to giant tortoises. Following that, we’re off to Santiago Island and Chinese Hat Islet, each of which provides Guests with mesmerizing insights into the beauty and life that exists in the archipelago. The next day, we’ll awaken to the gorgeous Genovesa Island — with its massive crater that we sail into — and its plethora of bird species, with exciting moments on land and in the sea. Lastly, we visit Santa Fe and South Plaza Islands, both of which provide a unique look into several unique species and beautiful landscapes.

Trip Name
Seabird Sanctuary Expedition - Central and North-Eastern Galapagos Cruise
Days
5
Overview
Vessel Type: Yacht Length: 55.9 meters Passenger Capacity: 40 guests Built: 1979 / 2000 / 2014 / 2018 Yacht Isabela II is a 40-guest Galapagos expedition vessel offering immersive four- to nine-day itineraries through the Southeastern, Northern, and Western regions of the islands. Designed for intimate, active exploration, the yacht features a small guest-to-guide ratio, onboard Expedition Leader, and Medical Officer, ensuring safe and personalised experiences across hiking, kayaking, snorkeling, paddleboarding, coastal exploration, and glass-bottom boat excursions. Social and communal spaces include indoor and outdoor lounges, al fresco dining, a Sky Bar, hot tub, fitness room, library, and conference facilities, with all areas air-conditioned and built using sustainable technology to protect the Galapagos ecosystem. Accommodation consists of 16 Classic Cabins, 2 Classic Family Cabins, 1 Standard Cabin, and the Owner’s Cabin, all with private bathrooms, climate control, in-room safes, USB/110V outlets, hair dryers, desks, and storage. The cabins are arranged along outer-facing corridors to maximise island views. The yacht also provides snorkeling gear, kayaks, paddleboards, wetsuits, life vests, and two tenders for landings and excursions. Onboard dining, a bar, and a gift shop complement the expedition amenities, delivering comfort, convenience, and style while guests explore the unique wildlife and landscapes of the Galapagos Islands.

Itinerary



Day 1 - DAY 1 Baltra Island & Santa Cruz Island
After landing, we drive to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry to Santa Cruz Island. A 30-minute bus ride takes us to the Highlands. Highlands of Santa Cruz Island After lunch, we drive to a reserve to see giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Then a bus ride takes us to Puerto Ayora to board Yacht Isabela II.
Day 2 - DAY 2 Santiago Island & Chinese Hat Islet
Puerto Egas (Santiago Island) Following a wet landing on a black, sandy beach, our trail takes us to enjoy close-up encounters with land iguanas, land and marine birds, and fur seals. Chinese Hat Islet This islet makes for a beautiful visit as we explore the wildlife along its 1,312 ft-long (400 m-long) trail. The cove offers excellent swimming and snorkeling opportunities amid white-tipped reef sharks and Galapagos penguins.
Day 3 - DAY 3 Genovesa Island
Prince Philip's Steps (Genovesa Island) After a panga (dinghy) ride along the cliffs of "Bird Island," we land at a steep staircase. Walking along the trail, we can spot Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, great frigatebirds, and storm petrels. Snorkeling and kayaking activities are available. Darwin Bay (Genovesa Island) We land after lunch at the beautiful white beach of Darwin Bay. Here we walk amid hundreds of birds- frigatebirds, red-footed and Nazca boobies, and plenty more.
Day 4 - DAY 4 Santa Fe Island & South Plaza Island
Santa Fe Island We take the dinghy over to this idyllic sandy-white beach populated by colonies of sea lions. The Santa Fe land iguana may be spotted. We can snorkel and swim or ride the glass-bottom boat after the walk. South Plaza Island Following lunch and a rest, we disembark (dry landing) in this channel. We find sea lion colonies along the coastline while frigates, swallow-tailed gulls, and shearwaters glide.
Day 5 - DAY 5 Baltra Island
Our journey ends at Baltra Island, where we transfer to the airport to take the flight back to the mainland.
Day 6 - Please Note:
Itineraries are subject to change.

Trip Dates

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Inclusions

    • Blue-footed Boobies
    • Nazca Boobies
    • Red-footed Boobies
    • American Flamingos
    • Great & Magnificent Frigatebirds
    • Galapagos Fur Seals
    • Galapagos Hawks
    • Marine Iguanas
    • Santa Fe Land Iguanas
    • Galapagos Penguins
    • Galapagos Sea Lions
    • Galapagos Giant Tortoise

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