Explore the Galapagos Islands on this fantastic 6 days cruise. Have an unforgettable experience aboard the very spacious and comfortable motor yacht that is the Beluga. With panoramic windows and great deck space, the Beluga is a fantastic way to cruise the islands in style
See Galapagos giant tortoises in their natural habitat
Visit the Charles Darwin Station and National Park Information Centre
Snorkel alongside some of the rare, local wildlife
Learn about the giant tortoises at the Tortoise Breeding Station
Itinerary in Brief
Day 1: Baltra Island Airport - Puerto Villamil
Day 2: Moreno Point - Elizabeth Bay
Day 3: Urbina Bay - Tangus Cove
Day 4: Espinoza Point - Vicente Roca Point
Day 5: Puerto Egas - Bartolome Island
Day 6: North Seymour Island - Transfer to airport
Day 1: Baltra Island Airport - Puerto Villamil
Transfer to Puerto Ayora where you will take a speedboat to Isabela Island. Departure on speed boat at 14:00 pm.
The speed boat arrives in Puerto Villamil on Isabela island at 16:30 pm approximately. Here you will board the Beluga.
Day 2: Moreno Point - Elizabeth Bay
Punta Moreno is located in the central southwestern coast of Isabela Island. The site has spectacular views of volcanoes Alcedo, Sierra Negra and Cerro Azul. Some highlights include impressive lava flows, desolate and pristine landscape, varied and unusual arid zone vegetation.
This spot is only accessible by dinghy. It is possible to see penguins on the small islets in the bay. The end of the bay is long and narrow surrounded by three species of mangroves. Galapagos Sea Turtles and rays can usually be seen in the water.
Day 3: Urbina Bay - Tagus Cove
Urbina Bay is located at the central-west coast of Isabela Island at the foothills of Alcedo and Darwin volcanoes. Highlights include the colourful land iguanas, Galapagos Giant tortoises and the coral uplifting from 1954.
Tagus Cove is a natural harbor where centuries ago whalers and pirates left their ship’s names painted or carved on the rocks. A walk uphill to Darwin’s Crater salt-water lake will provide an excellent view.
Day 4: Espinoza Point - Vicente Roca Point
Punta Espinoza is a place famous for its large colonies of marine iguanas and as the habitat of unique species like the flightless cormorant, Galapagos penguin, Galapagos hawk, Galapagos snake, among others.
This site is visited by dinghy rides along the cliffs or the partially sunken cave at the water’s edge. Nasca boobies, blue-footed boobies and flightless cormorants inhabit the shoreline.
Day 5: Puerto Egas - Bartolome Island
A walk along the rocky coast line that will you show you a view of some of Galapagos’ best tide pools. Some highlights include: Sugar loaf volcano, fur seals, oystercatchers, marine iguana colony, and old salt mine.
A hike will take you to the highest point on Bartolome for a spectacular view. Sea lions and penguins can be seen around Pinnacle Rock. There is a sandy beach with great swimming and snorkelling.
Day 6: North Seymour Island - Transfer to Airport
This flat piece of land originated after an uplifting event thousands of years ago. The island is home to endemic Palo Santo trees, colonies of blue-footed boobies, swallow tailed gulls, and magnificent frigate birds.
Return flight to the mainland of Ecuador.
Departs - Sundays (Fortnightly)
Ship Cabins: Beluga
Beluga accommodates 16 passengers in 8 double
cabins; one of these has an additional berth which becomes a triple room
which is suitable for families. Each cabin has their own private
bathroom equipped with hot and cold water showers as well as a security
safe. Cabins 2-5 feature portholes and cabins 6-8 feature picture
windows and is fully air-conditioned.
Ship Deck Plan
Ship Specifications
Category: Superior First Class
Year of construction: 1968
Last refurbishment: 1994
Cabins: 8
Length: 110 ft.
Beam: 23 ft.
Cruise range: 12 knots cruising
Machinery: Twin Detroit diesel engines 530HP each
Crew: 9
Safety equpiment: radios, satellite tracking device, 2 GPS's, 2 radars, depth sounder, flares, basic first aid kits, 2 tenders with outboard, fin keels for extra stability, flotation rings, life rafts with surplus capacity for all passengers and crew.
What's included?
On-board accommodation
All meals during voyage
Scheduled excursions
Services of experienced guide(s)
Use of snorkel and kayaking equipment
Welcome cocktail
What's not included?
Air transportation
Passport, visa, and immigration fees
Airport entrance/departure taxes
Galapagos National Park entrance fee US$100 per person
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