Day 1: Arrival in Quito or Guayaquil, Ecuador
Arrive in Quito or Guayaquil, the gateway cities to the Galápagos.
Transfer to a luxury hotel for an overnight stay.
Optional city tour to explore Ecuador’s rich history and colonial architecture.
Day 2: Flight to the Galápagos & Embarkation
Morning flight to Baltra Island (Galápagos).
Welcome by the expedition team and transfer to your luxury cruise vessel.
Afternoon visit to North Seymour Island, home to blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, and sea lions.
Day 3: Genovesa Island – Birdwatcher's Paradise
Explore Darwin Bay, a stunning beach surrounded by cliffs, ideal for snorkeling with reef sharks and tropical fish.
Walk along Prince Philip’s Steps, a prime location for spotting red-footed boobies and short-eared owls.
Sunset photography session over the volcanic landscape.
Day 4: Bartolomé Island & Sullivan Bay – Iconic Landscapes
Hike to the summit of Bartolomé Island for breathtaking views of Pinnacle Rock.
Snorkeling excursion to see Galápagos penguins and sea turtles.
Explore the lava fields of Sullivan Bay, showcasing the region’s volcanic origins.
Day 5: Santiago Island – Fur Seal Grottos & Black Sand Beaches
Visit Puerto Egas, a black-sand beach where fur seals and marine iguanas bask on the rocks.
Snorkeling and kayaking in crystal-clear waters.
Afternoon hike to discover lava tunnels and unique volcanic formations.
Day 6: Isabela Island – Marine Iguanas & Volcanic Wonders
Zodiac ride through Elizabeth Bay, where you’ll see mangroves, penguins, and flightless cormorants.
Snorkeling in Tagus Cove, a sheltered bay filled with sea turtles, rays, and marine iguanas.
Hike to the Sierra Negra Volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in the Galápagos.
Day 7: Fernandina Island – The Pristine Jewel of the Galápagos
Visit Espinoza Point, home to the largest colony of marine iguanas in the world.
Walk through lava formations to spot Galápagos hawks, flightless cormorants, and lava lizards.
Snorkeling with sea lions, octopuses, and tropical fish in turquoise waters.
Day 8: Santa Cruz Island – Giant Tortoises & Conservation Center
Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station, dedicated to Giant Tortoise conservation.
Explore the highlands of Santa Cruz, home to free-roaming giant tortoises and lush cloud forests.
Enjoy a farm-to-table lunch featuring locally sourced Galápagos cuisine.
Day 9: Española Island – Breathtaking Wildlife & Beaches
Walk along Gardner Bay, a stunning white-sand beach where sea lions and Sally Lightfoot crabs gather.
Visit Punta Suárez, home to the largest waved albatross colony in the world.
Snorkeling and kayaking along the island’s vibrant coral reefs.
Day 10: Departure & Return Flight to Mainland Ecuador
Morning visit to San Cristóbal Island for a final wildlife experience.
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Quito or Guayaquil.