Galapagos Islands 5-Day Western Cruise aboard Yacht Isabela II
Galapagos Islands 5-Day Western Cruise aboard Yacht Isabela II
Our journey begins on Santa Cruz Island as we explore the lush vegetation of its highlands before venturing down to the world-famous Charles Darwin Research Station. The next day, we’ll enjoy the panoramic views from Bartolome Island before exploring the white coral sand beach of Sullivan Bay, venturing through its dramatic lava field. The next morning takes us to Dragon Hill, home of dusty-yellow land iguanas!
After this adventure, we head out to discover Punta Vicente Roca’s wildlife. Later, we’ll make our way to the youngest island in the archipelago, Fernandina, widely regarded as one of the most pristine environments on the planet.
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Baltra
After landing at Baltra Airport, we drive to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry across to Santa Cruz Island. A 30-minute bus ride takes us to a restaurant in the fascinating, more humid Highlands of the island to enjoy lunch, and then continue south down to Puerto Ayora on the coast.
1 hourPuerto Ayora
Day 2: Bartolome & Santiago Islands
2 hoursBartolome
This morning, a Galapagos icon awaits: Bartolome Island. A great way to start the day, with a steep climb up a wooden staircase: the panoramic view from the top is well worth the effort!
3 hoursSullivan Bay
Day 3: Santa Cruz & Santiago Islands
2 hoursDragon Hill (Cerro Dragon)
The north coast of Santa Cruz hosts the fascinating landscapes of Dragon Hill. After disembarking, the first part of our walk passes a brackish-water lagoon frequented by shorebirds, ducks, and American flamingos, while further inland, the trail offers a beautiful view of the bay and the western islands of the archipelago, as well as the chance of observing land iguanas (for which the visitor site is named, following a concerted effort to conserve them by the Galapagos National Park). After our walk, we can snorkel from the shore, hoping to spot rays, green turtles, and sharks.
3 hoursSantiago Island
Day 4: Isabela & Fernandina Islands
3 hoursIsabela Island
Since there is no landing site at this location, we explore the captivating coast by dinghy, seeking out abundant wildlife including colonies of Galapagos fur seals, the nesting sites of Nazca boobies, not to mention flightless cormorants, penguins, and marine iguanas. Depending on the conditions of the ocean, we’ll be able to snorkel along the cliffs, hopefully in the company of green sea turtles. Back on board, we navigate along the Bolivar Channel, where nutrient-rich upwellings provide fertile fishing grounds for cetaceans.
3 hoursPunta Espinoza
Day 5: Baltra Island
3 hoursBaltra
Accommodation included: Overnight Aboard the Isabela II Yacht
2 hoursIncluded
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Glass Bottom boat, Kayaks, Paddle boards
- Doctor onboard 24/7
- Island Sightseeing with certified Naturalist Guides
- Landing and facility fees
- Bar – Lounge
- Boutique/Gift Shop
- Reading Room & Natural History Library
- Hot Tub
- Radio, telephone, E-mail, and Fax communications
- PA System
- Air-conditioned throughout
- Safety boxes
- Hairdryers
- Multimedia natural history lectures
- Stargazing Program
- Sea Kayaks
- Snorkeling Equipment
- 4x Breakfast
- 4x Lunch
- 4x Dinner
- Accommodation included: 5 nights
Not Included
- Tips and Gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages, available at an extra cost (Over 18 years old)
- Airport transportation to/from Galapagos and aiport taxes
- Fuel surcharge
- Medical Insurance
- Travel Insurance
- Wet suits for snorkeling (available for rent)
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- 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 (11 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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.