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Galápagos — North & Central Islands aboard the Evolution
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Duration
10 days
Countries
Ecuador
Activity
easy
Group size
Max 32
The adventure
Sure, you don’t need to cruise the Galápagos from a spiffy boat, but it sure doesn’t hurt, does it? Set sail aboard the majestic Evolution for a journey through the archipelago's northern and central islands. Snorkel with playful sea lions at Chinese Hat, discover the sprawling booby and frigatebird colonies of Genovesa Island and pick up some outgoing mail at Post Office Bay. With a pair of Level III naturalist guides ready to lend a hand, you’ll return home with a better appreciation for this delicate region than you’d ever thought possible.
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Fly to San Cristóbal. Meet the CEO and transfer to the boat. Snorkel at the dramatic Kicker Rock to search for marine life and witness its steep vertical stone walls that extend from the ocean. Relax on the beach.
Land at South Plaza in the morning for wildlife spotting opportunities. In the early afternoon, snorkel at Punta Carrion then head to Daphne Island and marvel at its interesting geology.
Visit Chinese Hat. Observe the birds and sea lions and enjoy great snorkelling opportunities. Spend the afternoon on James Bay, home to one of the most outstanding volcanic sites in the Galápagos.
Land at Genovesa Island, an old imploded volcano, to observe the massive colonies of frigatebirds, boobies, and other seabirds as well as striking volcanic cliffs rising from the ocean. Visit the sites of Darwin Bay and Prince Philip's Steps.
Explore the small but wildlife rich islands of North Seymour and Santa Fé. Find nesting frigatebirds, large colonies of sea lions, and marine iguanas on North Seymour and search for land iguanas in the prickly pear forest on Santa Fé.
Land at Post Office Bay on Floreana Island. Guided walks to observe the bird and wildlife and learn about the natural history. Visit Cormorant Point in the afternoon. Snorkelling excursion at the Corona del Diablo.
Spend the day exploring Santa Cruz Island visiting the Charles Darwin Research Station in Puerto Ayora. See giant tortoises in the wild in the highlands and learn about the volcanic creation of the Galápagos.
Enjoy an early morning panga ride through the mangroves at Black Turtle Cove before disembarking at Baltra and flying back to Quito.
Depart at any time.
At a glance
Duration
10 days
Route
Quito → Quito
Countries
Ecuador
Activity level
easy
Style
Beach & Islands, Culture & History, Sailing & Marine, Wildlife & Safari
Group size
Max 32
Ages
12+
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome
Where you'll go
Day by day
Your journey through
Ecuador
Showing Days 1-7
10-day itinerary
Day 1Arrival dayArrivalThere are no planned activities, so check into the hotel and enjoy the city. A G Adventures representative will greet everyone at the hotel and give a brief on the various aspects of the tour.
There are no planned activities, so check into the hotel and enjoy the city. A G Adventures representative will greet everyone at the hotel and give a brief on the various aspects of the tour.
Day 2Fly to San Cristóbal
Fly to San Cristóbal. Meet the CEO and transfer to the boat. Snorkel at the dramatic Kicker Rock to search for marine life and witness its steep vertical stone walls that extend from the ocean. Relax on the beach.
Day 3Land at South Plaza in the morning…Set sail and reach South Plaza Island in the morning. Walk along a path through a cactus forest and view a combination of dry and coastal vegetation. In the afternoon, arrive at Mosquera, which is located between North Seymour and Baltra. Follow this by a panga ride to Daphne Island for some more time to snorkel.
Set sail and reach South Plaza Island in the morning. Walk along a path through a cactus forest and view a combination of dry and coastal vegetation. In the afternoon, arrive at Mosquera, which is located between North Seymour and Baltra. Follow this by a panga ride to Daphne Island for some more time to snorkel.
Day 4Visit Chinese Hat
Visit Chinese Hat. Observe the birds and sea lions and enjoy great snorkelling opportunities. Spend the afternoon on James Bay, home to one of the most outstanding volcanic sites in the Galápagos.
Day 5Land at Genovesa Island
Land at Genovesa Island, an old imploded volcano, to observe the massive colonies of frigatebirds, boobies, and other seabirds as well as striking volcanic cliffs rising from the ocean. Visit the sites of Darwin Bay and Prince Philip's Steps.
Day 6Explore the small but wildlife rich islands…
Explore the small but wildlife rich islands of North Seymour and Santa Fé. Find nesting frigatebirds, large colonies of sea lions, and marine iguanas on North Seymour and search for land iguanas in the prickly pear forest on Santa Fé.
Day 7Land at Post Office Bay on Floreana Island
Land at Post Office Bay on Floreana Island. Guided walks to observe the bird and wildlife and learn about the natural history. Visit Cormorant Point in the afternoon. Snorkelling excursion at the Corona del Diablo.
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