Galapagos In Depth

10 days - from $4675

This is the ultimate Galapagos exploration! Onboard our vessel the M.Y. San Jose you will be treated to a very special experience. The Galapagos Islands, 1000 kilometres off the coast of Ecuador, are a World Heritage sanctuary. As a result of the extreme isolation of the islands, nearly a quarter of all species are endemic and much of the wildlife has no instinctive fear of man. On your explorations of the islands the wildlife will astound you. Blue-footed, red-footed, and masked boobies are found alongside pelicans and frigate birds. There are giant Galapagos tortoises, land and marine iguanas, sea lions, fur seals, dolphins, whales and sea turtles - a myriad of fascinating wildlife to be discovered. Our 10-day program is the ultimate Galapagos exploration and is our most popular voyage. It is designed to offer you the best opportunities to experience the magnificent flora and fauna that make the Galapagos unique.

Highlights

• Quito
• Baltra
• 7 Night Galapagos Cruise
• Las Bachas
• Rabida
• Santiago
• Sullivan Bay
• Bartolome
• Santa Cruz
• Puerto Ayora
• Charles Darwin Station
• Leon Domido
• Cerro Brujo
• San Cristobal Interpretation Centre
• Espanola
• Punta Suarez
• Floreana
• Punta Cormorant
• Black Turtle Cove

Itinerary:

Day 1 Arrive in Quito and transfer to hotel.2 Morning flight to Baltra, transfer to the M.Y. San Jose. Visit Las Bachas.3 Visit Rabida and Santiago Islands.4 Visit Sullivan Bay and Bartolome Island.5 Santa Cruz Island, including Darwin Research Station and the Highlands.6 San Cristobal Island via Leon Dormido and Cerro Brujo. Visit the Interpretation Centre.7 Espanola Island including Bahia Gardner, Punta Suarez and Devil's Crown.8 Cruise to Floreana Island visiting Post Office Bay and Punta Cormorant.9 Final excursion to Black Turtle Cove on Santa Cruz Island before returning to Baltra. Fly to Quito.10 Trip ends in Quito this morning.
Included: An experienced English-speaking naturalist, arrival transfer, cruise transfers, transport, seven-night cruise and activities.
Not Included: Airport departure taxes, international departure transfer, visas where required, meals not included in the itinerary, insurance, laundry, any optional tours or activities during free time, tips, items of a personal nature, Galapagos transit card and the entrance fee to Galapagos Islands National Park.
Meals: 9 breakfasts,7 lunches,7 dinners
Valid From: 01 Jan 07
Notes: M.Y. San Jose The San Jose is a modern vessel. She has a comfortable lounge and dining area, as well as a sun deck where you can view the wildlife or just kick back and relax. She has eight well-appointed, air-conditioned, twin cabins and yet, at 34 metres, she is small enough for us to offer an individual level of service. She's just perfect for a more personal look at this great marine reserve. 8 large double cabins with private facilities, all lower berths. 9 crew including bilingual Naturalist. Fully air conditioned, Radar, HF, VHF Radio, Satellite Navigation, 2 motor boats. The M.Y. San Jose was previously marketed as the Endeavour. Accommodation on board is based on twin share. Single supplements are available on request should you require a cabin to yourself; however, be warned, they are expensive. Please remember that the sun in the Galapagos can be quite fierce. Make sure you bring along a hat, sunglasses and plenty of sunscreen. You should also bring insect repellant for use on some shore excursions and excursions into the mangroves. Peregrine Community Trust & The Galapagos Conservancy If, after having visited this unique and precious region of the world, you would like to make a donation towards the protection of the Galapagos, the recently launched Peregrine Community Trust is the easiest and most convenient way to do so. We support the work of The Galapagos Conservancy. The Conservancy is dedicated to raising funds and awareness for Galapagos conservation. It is a membership-based organisation and the largest source of private support for conservation efforts. The 11,000 Friends of Galapagos are individuals and institutions who care deeply about the Galapagos Islands, and understand the scientific importance of preserving this one-of-a-kind ecosystem. Funds raised by the Galapagos Conservancy support the core operations of the Charles Darwin Research Station (CDRS) and the Galapagos National Park Service (GNPS), both located on the island of Santa Cruz. Please see below for details on how to make a contribution to the Peregrine Community Trust or refer to the Pledge Card provided at your pre-cruise briefing which contains details for making a donation.
Starts/Ends: Quito to Quito
Trip Reference: PSGI