8 days cruising the Galapagos on the National Geographic IslanderDay 1: Guayaquil: Arrival
Arrival in Guayaquil and overnight in a hotel.
Day 2: Guayaquil – Galapagos: Embark
This morning, fly to Galápagos and embark. During lunch, sail to North Seymour Island for a magnificent introduction to the wildlife. Walk the island’s sandy shoreline looking for land iguanas, sea lions, and unusual birds.
Days 3 – 8 Galapagos Islands:
Although exact routing depends on the National Park Service, we may visit the following islands:
Bartolome: This is an enchanting landscape where lava, mangroves and
golden sand converge. Great walks and views abound, with a chance to snorkel with Galápagos penguins.
Santiago: Santiago offers close encounters with Galápagos fur seals along with an opportunity to study the inhabitants of the island’s countless tide pools.
Santa Cruz: Learn about vital preservation work being done at the Charles Darwin Research Station. Then, head up into the highlands to roam the moss draped landscape where wild giant tortoises forage.
Fernandina: This is the youngest island in the Galápagos. Discover the marine iguana haven of Punta Espinoza and take in the dramatic backdrop of Isabela’s volcanoes off in the distance.
Floreana: Snorkel among sea lions in the clear waters off Champion Islet. We may also find flamingos, pintail ducks and various shorebirds. Hike to a pristine white-sand beach, a favorite nesting site for sea turtles.
Española: The exclusive home to waved albatross (April - December) and particularly colorful marine iguanas, Española is also a paradise for Darwin’s finches, sea lions galore, and the famous blue-footed boobies. Snorkel and stroll along the island’s lovely beaches.
Day 9: Galapagos - Guayaquil
Disembark after breakfast and fly to Guayaquil. The late afternoon and evening are free to explore the bustling port city.
Day 10: Guayaquil
Tour ends after breakfast.
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For more information on the National Geographic Islander, click HERE.
| Accommodation | Cabin on boat. 2 nights in hotels in Quito. |
| Inclusions | Accommodation, flights, daily excursions, 2 nights accommodation in Quito and meals on boat are included. Park entrance fees, scuba gear and drinks are not included. Price quoted is for category 1 cabin. Higher cabin classes available- contact us for details. |
| Difficulty Rating | 1 (low difficulty) |
| Sustainability | Carbon Offsets are not available for this cruise |
| Single Surcharge | 1.7 x original price |
| Notes | Not included is a $US 110 for National Park Tax. Please note other surcharges may apply according to season, as well as fuel surcharges. |
| Price dependent on: | Availabilty and departure date |
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