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Galapagos Explorer

7 Days - from $2550

Flying to Baltra we cross by ferry to Santa Cruz island and continue by road to Puerto Ayora where we'll visit the Galapagos tortoise research program at Darwin Station. In the afternoon we board the M.Y San Jose and cruise to Leon Domido and the large island of San Cristobal where we visit the new interpretation centre and the rugged volcanic peaks of Cerro Brujo. Next stop is isolated Espanola Island where we find waved albatrosses plus blue-footed and masked boobies, Galapagos hawks, Darwin finches, sea lions and marine iguanas. On the 'Buccaneer' hideaway island of Floreana we'll visit Post Office Bay and the island's volcanic cone, a great spot for snorkelling, full of sea lions and colourful fish. You'll also encounter the stately, pink flamingos as they wade in the shallow waters of inland lagoons. Arriving back at Santa Cruz Island we'll visit Black Turtle Cove and cruise amongst the mangroves, where the array of wildlife kicks into overdrive! The lagoons are a nursery for many sharks and rays. Amongst all this activity you will also find time to relax sunbath, swim, snorkel and enjoy new friendships.

Highlights

  • Quito
  • Baltra
  • Santa Cruz
  • Puerto Ayora
  • Charles Darwin Station
  • San Cristobal Interpretation Centre
  • Leon Domido
  • Cerro Brujo
  • Espanola
  • Punta Suarez
  • Floreana
  • Punta Cormorant
  • Black Turtle Cove

Itinerary:

1 (Thu) Arrive in Quito and transfer to hotel.2 Fly to Baltra and transfer to Santa Cruz Island. Visit Charles Darwin Research Station. Board San Jose and set sail.3 San Cristobal Island via Leon Dormido and Cerro Brujo. Visit the Interpretation Centre.4 Espanola Island including Bahia Gardner, Punta Suarez and Devil's Crown.5 Cruise to Floreana Island visiting Post Office Bay and Punta Cormorant.6 Excursion to Black Turtle Cove on Santa Cruz Island and return to Baltra. Fly to Quito.7 Trip ends in Quito this morning (Wed).

Included: An experienced English-speaking naturalist, arrival transfer, cruise transfers, transport, four-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 the Galapagos Islands National Park.
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 Peregrine 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. Peregrine supports 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.
Meals: 6 breakfasts,5 lunches,4 dinners
Valid From: 1/01/2007
Trip Departure Notes: The prices here include flights from Quito to Galapagos return.
Starts/Ends: Quito/Quito
Trip Reference: PSGX

Dates & Prices

Start End Tour PriceLocal Flight Total Prepaid
Cost in US$
Availability
09 Jul 0915 Jul 09$2550$458$3008
30 Jul 0905 Aug 09$2550$458$3008
06 Aug 0912 Aug 09$2550$458$3008
27 Aug 0902 Sep 09$2550$458$3008
10 Sep 0916 Sep 09$2550$458$3008
24 Sep 0930 Sep 09$2550$395$2945
15 Oct 0921 Oct 09$2550$395$2945
05 Nov 0911 Nov 09$2550$458$3008
12 Nov 0918 Nov 09$2550$458$3008
10 Dec 0916 Dec 09$2550$458$3008
17 Dec 0923 Dec 09$2550$458$3008
31 Dec 0906 Jan 10$2550$458$3008
07 Jan 1013 Jan 10$2620$460$3080
14 Jan 1020 Jan 10$2620$460$3080
25 Feb 1003 Mar 10$2620$460$3080
04 Mar 1010 Mar 10$2620$460$3080
11 Mar 1017 Mar 10$2620$460$3080
18 Mar 1024 Mar 10$2620$460$3080
01 Apr 1007 Apr 10$2620$460$3080
08 Apr 1014 Apr 10$2620$460$3080
15 Apr 1021 Apr 10$2620$460$3080
22 Apr 1028 Apr 10$2620$460$3080
29 Apr 1005 May 10$2620$460$3080
13 May 1019 May 10$2620$400$3020
20 May 1026 May 10$2620$400$3020
27 May 1002 Jun 10$2620$400$3020
03 Jun 1009 Jun 10$2620$400$3020
10 Jun 1016 Jun 10$2620$400$3020
17 Jun 1023 Jun 10$2620$460$3080
24 Jun 1030 Jun 10$2620$460$3080
01 Jul 1007 Jul 10$2620$460$3080
08 Jul 1014 Jul 10$2620$460$3080
22 Jul 1028 Jul 10$2620$460$3080
29 Jul 1004 Aug 10$2620$460$3080
05 Aug 1011 Aug 10$2620$460$3080
26 Aug 1001 Sep 10$2620$460$3080
09 Sep 1015 Sep 10$2620$460$3080
16 Sep 1022 Sep 10$2620$400$3020
23 Sep 1029 Sep 10$2620$400$3020
07 Oct 1013 Oct 10$2620$400$3020
14 Oct 1020 Oct 10$2620$400$3020
28 Oct 1003 Nov 10$2620$400$3020
04 Nov 1010 Nov 10$2620$460$3080
11 Nov 1017 Nov 10$2620$460$3080
02 Dec 1008 Dec 10$2620$460$3080
09 Dec 1015 Dec 10$2620$460$3080
16 Dec 1022 Dec 10$2620$460$3080
30 Dec 1005 Jan 11$2620$460$3080
06 Jan 1112 Jan 11$2620$460$3080
13 Jan 1119 Jan 11$2620$460$3080
03 Feb 1109 Feb 11$2620$460$3080
10 Feb 1116 Feb 11$2620$460$3080
03 Mar 1109 Mar 11$2620$460$3080
10 Mar 1116 Mar 11$2620$460$3080
17 Mar 1123 Mar 11$2620$460$3080
31 Mar 1106 Apr 11$2620$460$3080
07 Apr 1113 Apr 11$2620$460$3080
14 Apr 1120 Apr 11$2620$460$3080
28 Apr 1104 May 11$2620$460$3080
12 May 1118 May 11$2620$400$3020
19 May 1125 May 11$2620$400$3020
26 May 1101 Jun 11$2620$400$3020
02 Jun 1108 Jun 11$2620$400$3020
09 Jun 1115 Jun 11$2620$400$3020
16 Jun 1122 Jun 11$2620$460$3080
23 Jun 1129 Jun 11$2620$460$3080
30 Jun 1106 Jul 11$2620$460$3080