Embark on a 5-day Eastern Galapagos Cruise aboard Yacht La Pinta and discover the stunning islands of the Galapagos. Explore volcanic shores, encounter unique wildlife, and visit remarkable visitor sites. Book now!
Baltra and South Plaza Islands
Baltra - Upon arrival in Baltra, we will immediately transfer to the nearby dock to board Yacht La Pinta. After an introductory briefing onboard, you will participate in an emergency boat drill, be assigned your cabin, and then be invited to lunch. We will set anchor and embark on our next adventure.
South Plaza Island - The turquoise waters of the channel here contrast beautifully with the white sand beach and volcanic rocks along the shoreline. A carpet of scarlet-colored sesuvium succulents lies at the base of a large cluster of luminescent-green prickly-pear cacti. Yellow-greyish land iguanas crawl around this entire scene. Along the coastline, we will walk past sea lion colonies while seabirds play along the cliffs of this small but spectacular island.
Santa Fe and San Cristobal Island
Santa Fe Island - We take the dinghy from Yacht La Pinta to this idyllic white-sand beach populated with colonies of sea lions. Galapagos hawks are often easily observed here, typically perched atop the salt bushes. The brilliantly yellow Santa Fe land iguana, which is exclusive to this island, might also be spotted during the walk. After the walk, you can choose to swim and snorkel along a natural wave barrier.
San Cristobal Island
Punta Pitt - This morning, we land at the eastern tip of San Cristobal Island. The trail that ascends from the beach offers spectacular views of the shoreline, allowing guests to observe frigatebirds and a colony of bachelor sea lions. After the walk, you will have the chance to swim along the beach and snorkel, weather permitting.
Cerro Brujo - After lunch, a dinghy ride along the shores will take us to Cerro Brujo’s expansive, white coral beach. This is a great site for walking, with rewarding birdwatching opportunities featuring plenty of seabirds and shorebirds. Galapagos sea lions will also be present. Historical Fact: These are the same shores that Charles Darwin walked along in September of 1835.
Española Island
Punta Suarez - The morning outing at Punta Suárez offers an exciting walk across lava terrain to visit the unique seabird colonies in this area. Waved albatrosses (visible from April until January), boobies, swallow-tailed gulls, and the famous “blowhole” geological formation await! Also, keep an eye out for the red-green-black marine iguanas! Many consider this site one of the best in all Galapagos. Afterwards, we will return onboard for lunch.
Gardner Bay - In the afternoon, we will disembark at this beautiful, white coral beach for a short walk to observe the sea lions, mockingbirds, and finches. You can also choose to simply enjoy the beach. There is great snorkeling in this area. Alternatively, you can opt to kayak or take a ride aboard our glass-bottom boat.
Santa Cruz and Baltra Islands
Charles Darwin Research Station - After disembarking at the Puerto Ayora docks in the morning, we will visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and check out the breeding program for giant tortoises. You will also get a good sense of the efforts and progress made by the Foundation and National Park in terms of conservation. Afterwards, we will take a bus across Santa Cruz Island to the opposite coast. Once there, a short ferry ride will take us across the channel to Baltra Island and then to the airport. This Galapagos journey ends at Baltra Island, where you will board your flight back to the mainland. Baltra’s flat substrate (due to its tectonically uplifted origin) is why this island was chosen in the 1940s as the site for an airport.
- 24/7 coffee station (free coffee, tea, and water)
- Wetsuits
- Wifi (Due to the Galapagos’ remote location, connections are intermittent and low-bandwidth)
- Kayaks
- Multiple purpose room
- Pangas (inflatable dinghies for coastal exploration)
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Fitness Room
- Landing and facility fees
- Glass Bottom boat, Kayaks, Paddleboards
- Reading room and natural history library
- Safe deposit box (in cabin)
- Island Sightseeing with certified Naturalist Guides
- Outdoor terrace / BBQ
- Doctor onboard 24/7
- Airport transportation to/from Galapagos and airport taxes (A destination expert will contact you).
- Galapagos National Park Entrance (A Destination Expert will provide more information).
- Ingala Transit Control Card (A destination expert will provide more information).
- Gift Pack, tips and gratuities.
- Soft & Alcoholic beverages, available at an extra cost ( Over 18 years old).
- Medical insurance and travel insurance.
- Fuel surcharge (US $20 per person / per day).
We’re thrilled to welcome you on this exploration of some of the Galapagos’ most stunning islands. Our shared journey kicks off on Baltra Island, previously a WWII military base, now an active station for the Ecuadorian navy and air force. Once all procedures are finalized, we move east following North Seymour and Santa Cruz Islands’ volcanic coastlines until we arrive at the Plazas Islands. The adventures begin with a dry disembarkation at a human-made dock on South Plaza Island. The following day, we’ll take a deep dive into Santa Fe Island and San Cristobal Island, the latter being the provincial capital of the Galapagos province. Subsequently, we set sail to the south towards Española Island, boasting the well-loved visitor hotspot, Punta Suarez. There, you’ll trek across a rocky coast teeming with marine iguanas, sea lions, various sea birds, and even albatrosses for a significant part of the year.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Itinerary subject to change due to weather, logistical, Galápagos Park regulations or operational reasons
- Baggage important notes: Guests can bring aboard the ship a reasonable amount of clothing and personal effects without charge. Baggage is handled in accordance with the airlines’ regulations and tariffs. Baggage exceeding these limitations is subject to the charges as set forth by the individual operators. Airlines are strict with baggage limitations. The current limits are 23 kg (50.6 pounds) for checked items, 8 kg (17 pounds) for hand luggage and 1 personal item (handbag, camera bag, laptop, etc.)
- All baggage must be securely packed, and properly and clearly labeled. Liquid, fragile, perishable and other articles not suitably packed are transported at guests’ own risk.
- Restricted Baggage in the Galapagos: Local authorities manage the quarantine system of the Galápagos National Park in order to reduce the possibility of foreign species invading the archipelago. All cargo and luggage that arrives to Galapagos National Park or that is transferred from one island to another must be inspected. To preserve the human health and the native species of the Galapagos Islands, the following products may not be transferred to Galapagos: fresh vegetables and fruits, animal products and or their derivatives, dairy products. Other live animals, pathological samples, dry coffee beans, genetically modified organisms, forest species or their disseminative parts, grass and its disseminative parts, fresh flowers, medicinal plants and their disseminative parts, banana tree leaves, micro-organisms (fungi, bacteria, etc.) soil and sand, and animal vaccines
- One of our destination experts will get in touch with our guests to make sure they have all logistical information available, specially due to entry requirements to the Galapagos Islands.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
