Galapagos

Central Galapagos Islands (B)

5 Days aboard M/Y Sea Star Journey. From USD $4,554$2,423pp.
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Overview

The Sea Star Yacht has a capacity for 16 passengers and combines luxury, privacy and comfort with the marvelous setting of the Galapagos Islands. Its spacious suites equipped with panoramic windows will allow you to relax and enjoy the wonderful landscapes of the Islands in style.

Save up to US$2423 pp
Includes Air TicketsOn selected dates
1 Free Hotel Night and 1 Airport Transfer

Promotion applies for hotel nights in Quito or Guayaquil before and after the cruise. Airport transfers are for the flight to and from Galapagos.
Does not apply to cruises with a discount of 50% off or higher.

Itinerary Highlights

  • We can spot schools of golden rays, spotted eagle rays, marine turtles and, pelicans, herons, and frigates on top of the mangrove trees
  • We have a snorkeling time with good possibilities to see Galapagos penguins, white-tipped reef sharks and playful sea lions
  • This expedition offers great opportunities to see the contrasts of the different ecosystems that Galapagos has in each island

Itinerary in Brief

  • Day 1: Baltra Airport Arrival - Dragon Hill
  • Day 2: Black Turtle Cove - Chinese Hat Islet
  • Day 3: El Barranco - Darwin Bay
  • Day 4: Pinnacle Rock - Sullivan Bay
  • Day 5: Highlands - Baltra Airport Departure

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Day 1: Baltra Airport Arrival - Dragon Hill

In the morning: Baltra Airport Arrival

Morning flight from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra, Galapagos Islands.

You will arrive at Baltra Island in the morning. After passing through immigration and baggage claim, you will be met by a Sea Star staff member and transferred to the yacht. You will be shown to your cabin where you will have some time to settle in before lunch and a welcome briefing.

In the afternoon: Dragon Hill

Situated on Santa Cruz Island, Dragon Hill is one of the newest visitor sites accessible to tourists in the Galapagos Islands. One of the lengthier Galapagos walking trails will lead visitors along a beach and up a trail to the lagoon lookout where bright flamingos, pintail ducks, and land iguanas can be spotted.

Lunch and Dinner included.

Day 2: Black Turtle Cove - Chinese Hat Islet

In the morning: Black Turtle Cove

Visit Black Turtle Cove in the northern part of Santa Cruz. This inlet is surrounded by mangroves and is only accessible by dinghy. The shallow cove is a haven for young marine life. Black-tip and white-tip reef sharks, sea turtles, and a variety of rays are often spotted here.

In the afternoon: Chinese Hat Islet

This small islet is located near the southeast coast of Santiago Island. Its name comes from the distinct shape of the islet’s summit. Chinese Islet is a great location to view many geological formations such as lava tunnels and lava flows. Some of the lava flows were formed underwater and subsequently raised above sea level. The presence of coral heads on the lava flow indicates this phenomenon.

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 3: El Barranco - Darwin Bay

In the morning: El Barranco

El Barranco, also known as Prince Phillip’s Steps, is a steep, rocky path that leads up a high cliff rock face. A marvelous view can be appreciated from here. This site is also home to Palo Santo vegetation as well as red-footed boobies, short-eared owls, Galapagos storm petrels, and Galapagos doves.

In the afternoon: Darwin Bay

Visit the white-sand coral beach of Darwin Bay which includes a half mile trail (0,75km) that winds through mangroves filled with land birds. Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, and swallow-tailed gulls, which can easily be spotted here. Further down the path we’ll find tidal pools where sea lions swim playfully. At the end is a spectacular view of a cliff.

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 4: Pinnacle Rock - Sullivan Bay

In the morning: Pinnacle Rock

You will head to Bartholomew Island where the famous Pinnacle Rock is found. Bartholomew consists of an extinct volcano with a variety of red, orange, black and even green volcanic formations. We will take a trail of stairs to the summit of the volcano (about 30 or 40 minutes) where you will enjoy one of the best views of the islands! A beautiful beach surrounded by the only vegetation is perfect for snorkeling where you may even see and swim with Galapagos penguins.

In the afternoon: Sullivan Bay

You will visit Sullivan Bay located on the southeast part of Santiago. This place is interesting for its geology because the area is covered by lava flows. This place has elevations in the form of small volcanoes formed by the lava flows.

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 5: Highlands - Baltra Airport Departure

In the morning: Highlands

Accessible by bus from Puerto Ayora, the highlands of Santa Cruz are a deep green which contrast beautifully with the dry, lower part of the islands. The predominant vegetation in the highlands are Scalesia trees which create a lush green forest. The lava tunnels, over half a mile long, are underground and walking through them is a unique, surreal experience. At this place you’ll have lunch.

Afterwards: Baltra Airport Departure

After this final visit, you will be transferred to the Baltra airport in time for your flight back to the mainland.

Breakfast and Lunch included.

Next Departure Date: 26 Apr 2026
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26 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 USD$2423ppExpand to view prices - Includes specials!
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**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply

Cabin Details

Galapagos Suite - Upper Deck

Approx. 25sq m, panoramic windows, access to the suite is by outside hallway, 2 single beds or 1 queen size bed, private bathroom with hot/cold water, air conditioning with independent controls and mini fridge.

Galapagos Suite - Upper Deck
Galapagos Suite - Upper Deck
Galapagos Suite - Main Deck Balcony

Approx. 25sq m, panoramic windows and balcony, 2 single beds or 1 queen bed, private bathroom with hot/cold water, air conditioning with independent controls and mini fridge.

Galapagos Suite - Main Deck Balcony
Galapagos Suite - Main Deck Balcony
Sea Star Suite

Approx. 35sq m, located on upper deck, panoramic windows, access to the suite is by outside hallway, king size bed, separate lounge area with a large sitting area and desk, sofa lounge, private bathroom with hot/cold water, air conditioning with independent controls and mini fridge.

Sea Star Suite
Sea Star Suite

M/Y Sea Star Journey Deckplan

M/Y Sea Star Journey deck plan

Specifications

  • Class: Boutique Yacht (Superior first class)  
  • Capacity: 16 Passengers
  • Cabins: 8
  • Length overall: 42 m
  • Beam: 9 m
  • Year of construction: 2011 in Guayaquil
  • Hull: Monohull of marine steel
  • Speed: 12 knots
  • Ship registry: Guayaquil – Ecuador
  • Deadweight: 450 tons
  • Gross Tonnage: 480 tons
  • Operated by: Latin Trails
  • Fuel Capacity: 6.000 gallons
  • Port Registry: GuayaquilMachinery (Engines): 2 Caterpillar 340 HP
  • Generators: Perkins 114 cabe A
  • Watermaker: 2000 gallons per day
  • Water: 10000 gallons capacity
  • Communication System: Satellite phone
  • Tender: 2 Zodiacs CARIBE C-16
  • Radar: 1 Radar Furuno 38.4 Km, 1 Radar Furuno 57.6 Km
  • Life Rafts: 2 Zodiacs for 10 and 25 people     
  • Radio: Several consoles HF-VHF-UHF, Nactex, Distrex and handheld units.
  • Navigation Equipment: 1 Satellite compass, 2 magnetic Compasses, Tracking equipment.
  • Security equipment: Smoke detectors, sprinklers throughout the vessel, automatic CO2 tank for kitchen and engine room

What's included?

  • All meals throughout cruise
  • All transfers in the islands
  • All excursions
  • Use of expedition gear
  • Bilingual national park guide
  • Carbon Footprint Compensation

What's not?

  • Ecuador-Galapagos-Ecuador airfare
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • US$200 Galapagos National Park fee
  • US$20 Transit Control Card
  • Travel / medical insurance
  • Tips
  • Personal Expenses

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Destination: Galapagos

This once in a lifetime destination is a nature lovers dream. Watch the famous Galapagos tortoises and blue footed boobies in the morning and snorkel with sea lions in the afternoon, then relax on your cruise to the next destination tomorrow!

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