Galapagos Islands 5-Day Eastern cruise aboard Yacht La Pinta
Galapagos Islands 5-Day Eastern cruise aboard Yacht La Pinta
We’re delighted to have you on board for this journey of discovery to some of the most beautiful islands in the Galapagos. Our itinerary together begins on Baltra Island, a former military base during World War II, and now an Ecuadorian naval and air force station. Once all formalities are completed, we venture east along the volcanic shores of North Seymour and Santa Cruz Islands, until we reach the Plazas Islands.
Our adventures start with a dry landing at a manmade jetty on South Plaza Island. During the next day, we will explore Santa Fe Island and San Cristobal Island, home to the provincial capital of the Galapagos province. Then, we sail south to Española Island, with its remarkable visitor site (a favourite of many visitors): Punta Suarez.
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Baltra
Once you land in Baltra, we will have an immediate transfer to the nearby dock to board Yacht La Pinta. After an introductory briefing onboard, you will partake in an emergency boat drill, be assigned to your cabin and then be invited to lunch. We will set anchor and get on our way to our next adventure.
2 hoursSouth Plaza Island
Day 2: Santa Fe and San Cristobal Island
3 hoursSanta Fe Island
We take the dinghy from Yacht La Pinta over to this idyllic white-sand beach that’s populated with colonies of sea lions. Galapagos hawks are often easily observed here, typically found sitting perched atop the salt bushes. The brilliantly yellow Santa Fe land iguana, which is exclusive to just this island (in the whole world!), might also be spotted during the walk. Following the walk, you’ll have your choice of swimming and snorkeling along a natural wave barrier.
3 hoursGalapaguera de Cerro Colorado
Day 3: San Cristobal Island
1 hourPunta Pitt
On this morning, we land at the eastern tip of San Cristobal Island. The trail that ascends from the beach provides spectacular views of the shoreline, allowing guests to observe frigatebirds plus a colony of bachelor sea lions. After the walk, you will have the chance to swim along the beach and snorkel, weather permitting.
3 hoursCerro Brujo
Day 4: Española Island
3 hoursPunta Suarez
The morning outing at Punta Suárez provides an exciting walk across lava terrain to visit the unique seabird colonies that populate this area. Waved albatrosses (visible from April until January), boobies, swallow-tailed gulls, and the famous “blowhole” geological formation await! Also, you’ll want to keep an eye out for the red-green-black marine iguanas! Many regard this site as one of the best in all Galapagos. Afterwards, we will head back onboard for lunch.
3 hoursGardner Bay
Day 5: Santa Cruz and Baltra Islands
3 hoursCharles Darwin Research Station
No accommodation included on this day.
2 hoursIncluded
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Glass Bottom boat, Kayaks, paddleboards.
- Doctor on board 24/7
- Island Sightseeing with certified Naturalist Guides
- Wetsuits
- Landing and facility fees
- Wifi (Due to the Galapagos' remote location, connections are intermittent and low-bandwidth)
- Bar and Lounge
- Restaurant
- Outdoor terrace / BBQ
- Gift shop
- Fitness Room
- Reading room and natural history library
- Multiple purpose room
- 24/7 coffee station (free coffee, tea, and water)
- Safe deposit box (in cabin)
- Kayaks
- Pangas (inflatable dinghies for coastal exploration)
- 4x Breakfast
- 4x Lunch
- 4x Dinner
- Accommodation included: 4 nights
- Entry/Admission - Galapaguera de Cerro Colorado
- Entry/Admission - Cerro Brujo
- Entry/Admission - Punta Suarez
- Entry/Admission - Charles Darwin Research Station
- Entry/Admission - Gardner Bay
- Entry/Admission - Punta Pitt
Not Included
- Tips and Gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages, available at an extra cost ( Over 18 years old)
- Airport transportation to/from Galapagos and aiport taxes
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee, USD 100 per adult and USD 50 per children under 12 years old
- Migration Control Card, USD 20 per adult and USD 20 per children under 12 years old
- Fuel surcharge, USD 0
- Medical Insurance
- Travel Insurance
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Itinerary subject to change due to weather, logistical, Galápagos Park regulations or operational reasons
- Baggage important notes: Guests can bring aboard the ship a reasonable amount of clothing and personal effects without charge. Baggage is handled in accordance with the airlines’ regulations and tariffs. Baggage exceeding these limitations is subject to the charges as set forth by the individual operators. Airlines are strict with baggage limitations. The current limits are 23 kg (50.6 pounds) for checked items, 8 kg (17 pounds) for hand luggage and 1 personal item (handbag, camera bag, laptop, etc.)
- All baggage must be securely packed, and properly and clearly labeled. Liquid, fragile, perishable and other articles not suitably packed are transported at guests’ own risk.
- Restricted Baggage in the Galapagos: Local authorities manage the quarantine system of the Galápagos National Park in order to reduce the possibility of foreign species invading the archipelago. All cargo and luggage that arrives to Galapagos National Park or that is transferred from one island to another must be inspected. To preserve the human health and the native species of the Galapagos Islands, the following products may not be transferred to Galapagos: fresh vegetables and fruits, animal products and or their derivatives, dairy products. Other live animals, pathological samples, dry coffee beans, genetically modified organisms, forest species or their disseminative parts, grass and its disseminative parts, fresh flowers, medicinal plants and their disseminative parts, banana tree leaves, micro-organisms (fungi, bacteria, etc.) soil and sand, and animal vaccines
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- Reduced number of guests per naturalist guide (8 people) Shifts in restaurant to mantain social distance between guests Regularly desinfected Jacuzzi after use Single use snorkeling mouth piece Ozone tunnel to board the ship Regular medical exam and PCR tests conducted to our staff
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 5 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
If you cancel at least 4 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.