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Galápagos Island Hopper: Lava Fields, Mangroves, and Giant Tortoises | Eden Yacht

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Galápagos Island Hopper: Lava Fields, Mangroves, and Giant Tortoises
Visit the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center to observe giant tortoises in the nursery and adult corral. Continue to the Charles Darwin Research Station to learn about scientific research and conservation initiatives dedicated to protecting the Galapagos ecosystem.

Day by day

Day 1: Santa Cruz Island

Head to Bachas Beach to discover its white coral sands and abundant wildlife, including Sally Lightfoot crabs, sea lions, and flamingos.

Bachas Beach Visit

Walk along the shore to spot nesting sea turtles, hermit crabs, black necked stilts, and marine iguanas. You can also enjoy a snorkelling experience in the surrounding waters.

Day 2: Genovesa Island

Discover Genovesa's abundant birdlife at Darwin Bay and El Barranco, with time for snorkelling among the island's marine life.

Snorkelling at Darwin Bay

Explore the waters of the sunken caldera, where schools of tropical fish gather near the vertical walls. You may also encounter manta rays, eagle rays, sea lions, and hammerhead sharks.

Darwin Bay Visit

Walk along Darwin Bay's white coral beach and observe numerous seabirds, including frigatebirds, gulls, and boobies.

El Barranco Visit

Climb Prince Phillip's Steps to reach a thriving seabird colony. Observe red footed and masked boobies and their breeding grounds.

Day 3: Bartolome Island: Sullivan Bay
Day 4: Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle Cove & Cerro Dragon
Day 5: Puerto Ayora

Map

Bahía Sullivan | Pahoehoe lava flows | Galapagos Islands
Caleta Tortuga Negra | Galapagos Islands
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El Barranco | Galapagos Islands

Cruise Includes

All programed visits as per itinerary with specialized naturalist bilingual guide.
Accommodation in twin/double cabin with private facilities (surcharge for suite).
All meals on board, drinking purified water, coffee and tea.
Snorkeling equipment (fins, mask & snorkel) & sea-kayaks.
Transfers within the islands on cruise dates as per itinerary.
Personalized 24/7 assistance during tour.

Cruise does not include

Airfare to/from Galapagos from/to Mainland Ecuador (to be added).
Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee USD 200 per person (in cash only upon arrival).
Galapagos Migration Card US$20 in cash per person (at Mainland’s Airport).
Alcoholic/soft drinks, personal expenses, extras, and tips.
All sizes wet-suits for rent on board (in cash).
Travel, medical & cancelation Insurance and any services on Mainland.
Other services not specified in the program.

Highlights

Exciting bird watching opportunities in Cerro Dragón and Darwin Bay where you can see a variety of different species of feathered wildlife found in the Galápagos.
Have snorkeling adventures with tropical fish, playful sea-lions, and other exciting creatures.
Experience the peaceful tranquility of the majestic mangrove forest.
Witness the magnificence of the waved Albatrosses at Española.
Take in and enjoy the amazing views while sailing on board your Yacht from the sundeck

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