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Cruise the Central and Eastern Galapagos Islands on-board the luxury catamaran Endemic! Begin by snorkelling into the crystalline waters of Bachas beach, Witch Hill, Kicker rock and Isla Lobos! Observe an abundance of birdlife on Punta Suarez including mockingbirds, red-billed tropic birds, and all three species of nazca, blue-footed and red-footed boobies! End your trip with a visit to Charles Darwin Station.
Galapagos
Central & East Galapagos Islands
5 Days aboard M/C Endemic . From USD $5,890$5,571pp.
Details
Overview
Itinerary Highlights
- Spectacular snorkelling off Bachas beach, With Hill, Kicker rock, Isla lobos, and Gardner Bay
- Visit Punta Suarez, home to the majestic waved albatross, nazca, blue-footed and red-footed boobies, as well as red-billed tropic birds, mockingbirds and more!
- Meet the Giant Galapagos tortoises at the Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Arrive in Baltra - Dragon Hill
- Day 2: Kicker Rock, Witch Hill & Lobos Island, San Cristobal Island
- Day 3: Gardner Bay/Osborn & Gardner Islets - Suarez Point
- Day 4: Santa Fe & Santa Cruz - Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre
- Day 5: South Plaza - Depart Baltra airport
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Day 1: Arrive in Baltra - Dragon Hill
Upon arrival, reception and assistance at the airport, transfer from Baltra Airport to the M/C Endemic. In the afternoon, visit Dragon Hill will take place, which is located in the north-western part of Santa Cruz island . Here you will have the opportunity to walk into the island and view the land iguana. Be among these magnificent reptiles, that just a few decades ago were on the brink of extinction. Moreover, at Dragon Hill you will see a flamingos’ lagoon, pintail ducks and other endemic birds including flycatchers and warblers. After a short trek, amazing view awaits us up the hill. Offshore snorkeling before returning to the yacht.
Activities: Walk
Type of landing: Dry landing
Difficulty: Easy
Day 2: Kicker Rock, Witch Hill & Lobos Island, San Cristobal Island
In the morning, the first spot to be visited is Kicker Rock, an impressive geological formation due to erosion. This is a nesting place of sea birds and a nice spot to take pictures while the vessels circumnavigate around the rock.
Activities: Circumnavigation
Type of landing: No landing
Difficulty: ------
The next attraction to see is Witch Hill, a tuff cone hill located south west from San Cristobal. This name comes from the Spanish name of the bird known in English as Vermilion Flycatcher. A zodiac ride will take passengers into amazing rock formations along the island shore. A white sand beach and crystal-clear waters are part of this enchanted location. Fantastic opportunity for snorkeling.
Activities: Hike, dinghy ride, snorkeling & kayaking
Type of landing: Wet landing
Difficulty: Easy
In the afternoon, you will be taken to Lobos Island, where a small population of blue-footed boobies, frigates, marine iguanas, and great frigate birds nesting can be observed. Snorkeling with sea lions in this calm bay is also part of the excursion.
Activities: Short hike (less than 0.6 mi/ 1 km), dinghy ride and/or snorkeling
Type of landing: DRY landing
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Day 3: Gardner Bay/Osborn & Gardner Islets - Suarez Point
Española Island will be explored today. You will have the chance to observe endemic wildlife such as the Hood-Mockingbird. This is the southernmost island in the Galapagos archipelago, and home to several wildlife species, including masked and blue-footed boobies. Spectacular views from the top of a cliff.
In the morning, after breakfast, the first attraction to be seen is Gardner Bay that provides an excellent beach for swimming. Around the small islets nearby, snorkelers will find lots of fish and sometimes turtles and sharks. The bay is also frequented by colonies of sea lions which like to swim with you.
Activities: Snorkeling, dinghy, ride, kayaking, short hike of (0.6 miles/ 1 KM)
Type of landing: Wet landing
Difficulty: Easy
Or visit the Osborn and Gardner islets that are amazing for underwater discovery. Snorkeling is a highlight on this visitor point.
After lunch, Point Suarez will be visited, which represents one of the most outstanding wildlife areas of the archipelago, with a long list of species found along its cliffs and sand or pebble beach.
Activities: Hike (1.9 mi/ 3 km)
Type of landing: DRY landing
Difficulty: Difficult
Day 4: Santa Fe & Santa Cruz - Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre
In the morning, after breakfast, Santa Fe island will be visited, which is one of the most entertaining destinations for shore excursions in the Galapagos Islands. It has two trail choices for visitors, one of which takes you to the tallest Opuntia cactus in the Galapagos. While the other trail takes you into the highlands where land iguanas can be seen. After a long walk, the opportunity to swim in calm waters or snorkel with playful sea lions will be pretty tempting.
Activities: Hiking, snorkeling
Type of landing: Dry landing
Difficulty: Moderate
In the afternoon, visit the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, which is also known as Charles Darwin Research Station. This place has an information center, a museum, a library and a tortoise breeding station. In the tortoise breeding station, you can encounter tortoises of different subspecies, which are prepared for reintroduction to their natural habitats. The most popular inhabitant of this Station is probably the Lonesome George turtle, that already died in 2012.
Activities: Walk
Type of landing: Dry landing
Difficulty: Easy
Day 5: South Plaza - Depart Baltra airport
In the morning, South Plazas island is the next island to be discovered. It has unique Sesuvium plants and Opuntia cactuses scattered across the landscape which provide some of the most interesting wildlife observations available in Galapagos. Land iguanas are easily seen from the trail, frequently under the shade of cactuses, waiting for a prickly pear to fall.
Activities: Hike
Type of landing: No landing
Difficulty: Easy
After this last visit, transfer to Baltra airport for your return flight to mainland Ecuador. Assistance and farewell at the airport.
Next Departure Date: 19 Jan 2025
| Dates | Cabin | From | Special Offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Jan 2025 - 23 Jan 2025 | USD$6190pp | ||
| Golden Suite - Main Deck | USD$6190pp | Contact us | |
| 02 Feb 2025 - 06 Feb 2025 | USD$6190pp | ||
| 16 Feb 2025 - 20 Feb 2025 | USD$6190pp | ||
| 02 Mar 2025 - 06 Mar 2025 | USD$6190pp | ||
| 16 Mar 2025 - 20 Mar 2025 | USD$6190pp | ||
| 30 Mar 2025 - 03 Apr 2025 | USD$6190pp | ||
| 27 Apr 2025 - 01 May 2025 | USD$6190pp | ||
| 11 May 2025 - 15 May 2025 | USD$5890pp | ||
| 25 May 2025 - 29 May 2025 | USD$5890pp | ||
| 08 Jun 2025 - 12 Jun 2025 | USD$6190pp | ||
| 22 Jun 2025 - 26 Jun 2025 | USD$5571pp | ||
| 06 Jul 2025 - 10 Jul 2025 | USD$5571pp | ||
| 20 Jul 2025 - 24 Jul 2025 | USD$5571pp | ||
| 03 Aug 2025 - 07 Aug 2025 | USD$5571pp | ||
| 28 Sep 2025 - 02 Oct 2025 | USD$6190pp | ||
| 12 Oct 2025 - 16 Oct 2025 | USD$6190pp | ||
| 26 Oct 2025 - 30 Oct 2025 | USD$6190pp | ||
| 09 Nov 2025 - 13 Nov 2025 | USD$6190pp | ||
| 07 Dec 2025 - 11 Dec 2025 | USD$6190pp |
Alternative itinerary options:
- 8 Day Endemic: West & North Galapagos Islands (A)
- 8 Day Endemic: South & East Galapagos Islands (B)
- 4 Day Endemic: Central & South Galapagos Islands (D)
- 6 Day Endemic: North & South Galapagos Islands (E)
- 6 Day Endemic: West & East Galapagos Islands (F)
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Golden Suite - Main Deck
• Panoramic views and private balcony
• King-size bed convertible to two twin-size beds
• Air-conditioning with remote control
• Electrical current 110 V – 220 V
• Housekeeping three times a day
• Towels, robe and slippers
• Speaker for activity announcements
• Internet available
CLOSET
• Life jacket
• Safes
• Towels disposal container
IN-SUITE RESTROOM
• Biodegradable toiletries
• Hairdryers
Single Cabin - Upper Deck
• Panoramic views and private balcony
• One twin-size bed
• Air-conditioning with remote control
• Electrical current 110 V – 220 V
• Housekeeping three times a day
• Towels, robe and slippers
• Speaker for activity announcements
•Internet Available
CLOSET
• Life jacket
• Safes
• Towels disposal container
IN-CABIN RESTROOM
• Biodegradable toiletries
• Hairdryers
M/C Endemic Deckplan
Specifications
- Inaugural cruise: July 2018
- Category: Luxury
- Length: 35 mt / 115 ft
- Beam: 14 mt / 45 ft
- Draft to Baseline:1.85 mt / 6.1 ft
- Crew: 10 members + chef + guide + Cruise Service Officer
- Capacity: 16 passengers
- Speed: 12 knots
- Propulsion: 2 x High Power Engines – 500 HP
Whats included?
- On-board accommodation
- Transfers
- Activities/shore excursions as specified
- Bilingual speaking tour guide
- Use of snorkelling and kayak equipment
- All meals during voyage
- Glass of wine during dinner
- Captain's welcome and farewell cocktail
What’s not included?
- International and internal airfares
- Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable
- Galápagos National Park fee: US$200 per person
- Transit control card: US$20 per person
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Any items not mentioned as included
Notes
*Rates are subject to change and different rates may apply during holiday seasons and special events.
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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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