M/C Tip Top II

AM: Baltra

PM: Bachas Beach

AM: El Barranco – Prince Philip’s Steps

After breakfast, you take a panga ride and you make a dry landing on Prince
Phillips’s Steps (Barranco), you walk and observe the interesting lives of the birds
here. Optional: time for those who would like to swim and snorkel or kayak.

PM: Darwin Bay

You come on board for a delicious lunch. Later in the afternoon, you make a wet
landing on Darwin Bay to walk and observe frigate birds, herons, mockingbirds,
boobies, shorebirds, turtles, marine iguanas, etc. Optional: time for those who
would like to swim, snorkel or kayak. Dinner on the Yacht, and then your
orientation about conservation efforts made to protect the Islands.

AM: South Plazas

After breakfast, you make a dry landing on the pier of the South Plaza, where you
can enjoy the antics of the sea lions. A walk through a cactus forest allows us to
observe land iguanas and many species of tropical birds.

PM: Santa Fe

Return to the Yacht for
lunch. Then, you make a wet landing on Santa Fe Island to visit the cactus forest
and a colony of land iguanas native from Santa Fe. Optional: time for those who
would like to swim, snorkel or kayak. At the end of the afternoon, we return to the
Yacht for dinner and our nightly orientation.

AM: Santa Cruz Highlands

After breakfast, you make a dry landing on Puerto Ayora port, after a short drive,
you arrive at the Twin Crater, where you will do a fast visit.

PM: Baltra

Your guide accompanies you on the bus ride directly to the airport.

AM: Baltra

Flight from mainland Ecuador (Quito or Guayaquil) to Baltra, with LATAM Airlines;
arriving at 11:40 a.m. approximately. Your guide will meet you at the arrivals gate,
our crew will take care of your luggage. Your guide will lead you to a bus and after
a short 5-kilometer ride to the pier; you board the Yacht immediately. As the crew
weighs anchor, we greet you with our first orientation and we offer a light snack.

PM: Santa Cruz

After lunch, you make an early wet landing on Mosquera Islet, a reef of rocks and
coral (the result of an uprising) and a great white sand beach and tide pools. You
observe colonies of sea lions, brown pelicans, blue-footed boobies and sally
light-foot crabs; the contrast between these bright red crabs on top and blue on
the bottom and the black lava is stunning. Optional: time for those who would like
to swim and snorkel. In the evening, we have an orientation about the Galapagos
Islands in general: their origin and evolution. Welcome cocktail with the entire
crew, and dinner.

AM: Baroness Point View – Post Office Bay – Asilo de la Paz

After breakfast, we make a wet landing on Sullivan Bay, a perfect place to get a
feel of the volcanic origin of the islands. Optional: time for those who would like to
swim and snorkel. We return to the boat for a delicious lunch.

PM: Cormorant Point – Champion Islet

After this, you make a wet landing on Rabida, to walk and observe marine iguanas
and sea lions, pelicans, blue-footed boobies, masked boobies and brown pelicans.
You make a little walk and you arrive at a small saltwater lagoon where you can see
pink flamingos. Optional: time for those who would like to swim, snorkel or kayak.
Return to the Yacht for dinner and our nightly orientation.

AM: Fernandina

After breakfast, we make a dry landing on Espinoza Point to observe and see a
large colony of sea lions, marine iguanas and the flightless cormorants and clumps
of lava cactus. Optional: time for those who would like to swim and snorkel. You
come aboard for lunch.

PM: Isabela

In the afternoon, you make a panga ride around the islets of Elizabeth Bay to see
marine iguanas, penguins, marine turtles, seabirds and shorebirds, herons and
blue-footed boobies. Return to the Yacht for dinner and our nightly orientation.

AM: Isabela

After breakfast, you make a wet landing on Urbina Bay to take a walk and observe
a coral area, land iguanas, flightless cormorants and giant tortoises. Optional: time
for those who would like to swim or snorkel. Return to the Yacht for lunch.

PM: Santa Cruz

In the afternoon, we make a panga ride on Tagus Cove, a cove between the
shoulders of two volcanic craters, which protect it from the open sea; we observe
penguins, marine iguanas, sea lions and a variety of birds including flightless
cormorant and blue-footed boobies.

AM: Black Turtle Cove – Baltra

After breakfast, you make a wet landing on James Bay (Puerto Egas), to walk and
observe sponges, snails, hermit crabs, a variety of shore birds, barnacles and the
endemic four-eyed blenny, marine iguanas and sea lions. Optional: time for those
who would like to swim or snorkel. You return to the boat for a delicious lunch.
In the afternoon, you make a dry landing on Bartolome Island, to hike to the
summit; during the hike, you observe colonies of marine iguanas and lava lizards.
On the summit you see an impressive view of the surrounding islands, including the
eroded tuff cone of Pinnacle Rock. Optional: time for those who would like to swim
or snorkel. You return to the yacht for a delicious dinner and our nightly
orientation.

AM: You’ll fly from mainland Ecuador (either Quito or Guayaquil) to Baltra with LATAM Airlines, arriving around 09:50 a.m. Your guide will be waiting for you at the arrivals gate, and our crew will handle your luggage. The guide will then escort you to a bus for a brief 5-kilometer ride to the pier, where you’ll promptly board the Yacht. As the crew prepares to set sail, we’ll welcome you with an initial orientation and a light snack.

PM: After lunch, you’ll make an early wet landing on Mosquera Islet, which features a reef of rocks and coral formed by an uprising, along with a beautiful white sand beach and tide pools. You’ll have the chance to observe colonies of sea lions, brown pelicans, blue-footed boobies, and Sally Lightfoot crabs. The striking contrast between the bright red tops and blue bottoms of the crabs against the black lava is truly stunning. In the evening, we’ll have an orientation about the Galapagos Islands, covering their origin and evolution. You’ll enjoy a welcome cocktail with the entire crew, followed by dinner and your first nightly orientation. Optional: your guide will inform you where there will be time for swimming and snorkeling.

AM: Following breakfast, you’ll make a wet landing on Sullivan Bay, an ideal spot to experience the volcanic origins of the islands. You’ll then return to the boat for a delicious lunch.

PM: After your lunch break, you’ll make another wet landing on Rabida Island, where you’ll walk and observe marine iguanas, sea lions, pelicans, blue-footed boobies, masked boobies, and brown pelicans. A short walk will lead you to a small saltwater lagoon where you can see pink flamingos. Early in the afternoon, return to the Yacht for dinner and a nightly orientation.

Optional: your guide will inform you where there will be time for swimming and snorkeling.

AM: After breakfast, you’ll embark on an adventure with a dry landing at Espinoza Point, where you’ll encounter a bustling colony of sea lions, fascinating marine iguanas, and the unique flightless cormorants, all amidst striking clusters of lava cactus. You’ll then return to the Yacht for a delicious lunch.

PM: Followed by lunch, get ready for an exhilarating panga ride around the enchanting islets of Elizabeth Bay. Here, you’ll marvel at the sight of marine iguanas, playful penguins, graceful marine turtles, and a variety of seabirds and shorebirds, including herons and the iconic blue-footed boobies. After this unforgettable experience, you’ll return to the Yacht for a delightful dinner and the nightly orientation.

Optional: your guide will inform you where there will be time for swimming and snorkeling.

AM: Enjoy your breakfast and continue to embark on an exciting wet landing at Urbina Bay, where you’ll trek through a fascinating coral area and encounter land iguanas, flightless cormorants, and giant tortoises. For those seeking more thrills, there’s optional time for swimming or snorkeling. You’ll then return to the Yacht for a hearty lunch.

PM: In the afternoon, prepare for an exhilarating panga ride around Tagus Cove, a secluded inlet nestled between two volcanic craters, offering protection from the open sea. As you navigate the cove, you’ll spot penguins, marine iguanas, sea lions, and a diverse array of birds, including flightless cormorants and blue-footed boobies. Following your dinner, you´ll receive the nightly orientation.

Optional: your guide will inform you where there will be time for swimming and snorkeling.

AM: Once you’ve had breakfast, you’ll make a wet landing on James Bay (Puerto Egas) for a walk to observe sponges, snails, hermit crabs, various shore birds, barnacles, and the endemic four-eyed blenny, along with marine iguanas and sea lions. You’ll then return to the boat for a delicious lunch.

PM: Later in the day you’ll make a dry landing on Bartolome Island to hike to the summit. During the hike, you’ll observe colonies of marine iguanas and lava lizards. At the summit, you’ll be rewarded with an impressive view of the surrounding islands, including the eroded tuff cone of Pinnacle Rock. You’ll return to the yacht for a delightful dinner and a nightly orientation.

Optional: your guide will inform you where there will be time for swimming and snorkeling.

AM: After a hearty breakfast, you’ll embark on an adventure with a wet landing on Chinese Hat (Sombrero Chino), a charming island off the coast of Santiago Island. On the rocky shoreline, you’ll be thrilled to spot Galapagos penguins, eagle rays, sea lions, and marine iguanas. You’ll then return to the yacht for a well-deserved lunch.

PM: For the afternoon, get ready for another exciting excursion with a dry landing on Dragon Hill. Here, you’ll encounter fascinating land iguanas and take a walk to a hypersaline lagoon (saltier than the ocean), where you’ll be captivated by the sight of flamingos, common stilts, pintail ducks, and a variety of other bird species. Return to the yacht for a warm dinner and the nightly orientation.

Optional: your guide will inform you where there will be time for swimming and snorkeling

AM: Once you’ve had breakfast, you’ll disembark and hop on a bus to the highlands of Santa Cruz Island, where you’ll explore the native forests and El Chato Reserve. Next, you’ll venture to a farm to marvel at giant tortoises roaming freely in their natural habitat. Lunch will be served on the farm, promising a delightful experience.

PM: Following lunch, you’ll return to Puerto Ayora to embark on a fascinating visit to the Interpretation Center Fausto Llerena within the Charles Darwin Research Station. After this enriching experience, you’ll return to the Yacht for a delicious dinner and the nightly orientation.

AM: Very early in the morning you’ll embark on an early adventure with a dry landing for a walk along the stunning coast and interior of North Seymour Island. This low, flat island was dramatically uplifted from the sea by underground seismic activity. As you explore, you’ll be thrilled to observe blue-footed boobies (nesting from May to November), marine iguanas, pelicans, frigate birds, shore birds, sea lions, and the unique endemic Palo Santo trees.

You’ll then return to the Yacht, have a farewell breakfast. Your guide will accompany you to disembark at the pier at Baltra Island on after a short bus ride you reach the airport, just in time to board your flight back to the mainland.