Galápagos — North, Central, & South Islands aboard the Eden
10 days
from Quito to Quito
From
$ 4799
Duration10 days
Mother Nature's zoo lies in the Galápagos Islands, where an incredibly diverse array of animals live in harmony. On this ten-day sailing adventure through the north, central and south islands, you'll have the opportunity to spot the Galápagos' most unique species. See giant tortoises at the El Chato Reserve, marine iguanas on Floreana Island, and the elusive red-footed boobie at El Barranco. Do it all on the Eden, the latest addition to the G Adventures fleet for a trip that doesn't lack in the comforts you're familiar with.
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Duration: 10 daysService level: Standard
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Starts in: QuitoPhysical Grading: Average
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Ends in: QuitoAges: 12+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Quito
Start place: Quito
Arrive at any time.
Opt to pre-book the "Quito City Tour & Equator Line" activity on the checkout page ahead of time to include this optional on your tour.
End place: Quito
Day 2: Quito/Baltra Island
Start place: Quito
Take an early flight to the Galápagos Islands. Head to Bachas Beach to see Sally Lightfoot crabs, flamingos and sea lions.
End place: Baltra Island
Meals: B, L, D
Day 3: Genovesa Island
Start place: Isla Genovesa
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.
End place: Isla Genovesa
Meals: B, L, D
Day 4: Bartolomé Island/Sullivan Bay
Start place: Isla Bartolome
Visit Bartolomé for a guided tour to see the island's dramatic volcanic features. Continue to Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island to witness the giant lava formations contrasting the white-coral-sand beach.
End place: Bahia Sullivan
Meals: B, L, D
Day 5: Black Turtle Cove/Cerro Dragón
Search for marine life in the mangroves at Black Turtle Cove by panga, after, spot a variety of birdlife at Cerro Dragón.
Meals: B, L, D
Day 6: Puerto Ayora
Start place: Puerto Ayora
Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the highlands of Santa Cruz to try to see giant land tortoises in the wild, then enjoy free time to explore Puerto Ayora.
End place: Puerto Ayora
Meals: B, L, D
Day 7: Floreana Island/Punta Cormorant
Start place: Floreana Island
Visit Post Office Bay and enjoy guided walks to observe the bird and wildlife and learn about the natural history of Floreana Island. After, snorkel at Corona del Diablo.
End place: Punta Cormorant
Meals: B, L, D
Day 8: Punta Suárez/Bahía Gardner
Start place: Punta Suarez
Enjoy the day on Española Island, one of the oldest in the archipelago. Visit Punta Suárez, known for its amazing bird colonies and home to the waved albatross ( between April and December). After lunch, visit the white sandy beach of Gardner Bay and jump in for a snorkelling excursion.
End place: Bahia Gardner
Meals: B, L, D
Day 9: San Cristóbal Island/Quito
Start place: San Cristobal Island
Visit the Interpretation Centre on San Cristóbal Island before flying back to Quito.
End place: Quito
Meals: B, L, D
Day 10: Quito
Start place: Quito
Depart at any time.
End place: Quito
Meals: B
Inclusions
Included
- Cruise the Galápagos Islands aboard the Eden (7 nts)
- All meals aboard the Eden
- Certified Galápagos National Park Service Guide
- Excursion to see red-footed boobies (Genovesa Island)
- Hike to the Bartolomé Island viewpoint overlooking the famous Pinnacle Rock
- Visits to Floreana and Española Islands
- Snorkelling at Darwin Bay, Sullivan Bay, Gardner Bay, and Corona del Diablo
- Onboard snorkelling equipment and wetsuits
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
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Transport
Plane, Motorized yacht (Eden), Van, Panga, Private bus -
Accommodation
Hotels (2 nts), Aboard the Eden in twin-share (bunks), Twin-share (lower berths), Or double cabins (7 nts)