Day 1 – Monday: San Cristobal Island (L, D)
AM / Transfer to the boat from San Cristobal Airport.
PM / El Junco Lagoon: The Junco Lagoon, located about 700 m above sea level, is one of the few permanent freshwater bodies in the Galapagos. Frigate birds are often seen here washing the salt from their feathers as well as white-cheeked pintails and common gallinules. Its name comes from a type of plant that is common in this area called “junco”.

Day 2 – Tuesday: Floreana Island (B, L, D)
AM / Post Office Bay: In the 18th century whalers passing through the islands placed a wooden barrel on Floreana Island for use as an unofficial mail box. The tradition continues today as visitors leave addressed postcards in the barrel and sort through left mail to deliver at home.
PM / Cormorant Point – Devil´s Crown: This site hosts a large flamingo lagoon where other birds such as common stilts and white-cheeked pintails can also be seen. The beaches on this island are distinct: The “Green Beach” named so due to its green color, which comes from a high percentage of olivine crystals in the sand, and the “Four Sand Beach” composed of white coral.

Day 3 – Wednesday: Espaňola Island (B, L, D)
AM / Gardner Bay: On the eastern side of the island, is the breeding site of nearly all of the world´s 12,000 pairs of waved albatrosses. It has an ample white sandy beach with a myriad of sea lions, perfect for relaxing. Its rocky shores make this site a great place for diving and snorkeling.
PM / Suarez Point: This area is great for spotting blue-footed boobies, albatrosses and Nazca boobies. A beautiful site on the ocean front, the large waved albatrosses use the cliff as a launching pad. The famous attraction is the magnificent blowhole, spurting water high into the air. This site presents wonderful photograph opportunities.

Den 4 – Thursday: Santa Cruz Island (B)
AM / Twins Craters: Los Gemelos, or the Twin Craters, are located opposite each other on both sides of the road leading from Puerto Ayora to Baltra. The name is only figurative; not real craters, these formations were created by the collapse of surface material in underground fissures and chambers. The view is breathtaking. Transfer to Baltra Airport.

Extended – 8 day cruise

Day 1 – Monday: San Cristobal Island (L, D)
AM / Transfer to the boat from San Cristobal Airport.
PM / El Junco Lagoon: The Junco Lagoon, located about 700 m above sea level, is one of the few permanent freshwater bodies in the Galapagos. Frigate birds are often seen here washing the salt from their feathers as well as white-cheeked pintails and common gallinules. Its name comes from a type of plant that is common in this area called “junco”

Day 2 – Tuesday: Floreana Island (B, L, D)
AM / Post Office Bay: In the 18th century whalers passing through the islands placed a wooden barrel on Floreana Island for use as an unofficial mail box. The tradition continues today as visitors leave addressed postcards in the barrel and sort through left mail to deliver at home.
PM / Cormorant Point – Devil´s Crown: This site hosts a large flamingo lagoon where other birds such as common stilts and white-cheeked pintails can also be seen. The beaches on this island are distinct: The “Green Beach” named so due to its green color, which comes from a high percentage of olivine crystals in the sand, and the “Four Sand Beach” composed of white coral.

Day 3 – Wednesday: Espaňola Island (B, L, D)
AM / Gardner Bay: On the eastern side of the island, is the breeding site of nearly all of the world´s 12,000 pairs of waved albatrosses. It has an ample white sandy beach with a myriad of sea lions, perfect for relaxing. Its rocky shores make this site a great place for diving and snorkeling.
PM / Suarez Point: This area is great for spotting blue-footed boobies, albatrosses and Nazca boobies. A beautiful site on the ocean front, the large waved albatrosses use the cliff as a launching pad. The famous attraction is the magnificent blowhole, spurting water high into the air. This site presents wonderful photograph opportunities.

Day 4 – Thursday: Santa Cruz Island (B, L, D)
AM / Twins Craters: Los Gemelos, or the Twin Craters, are located opposite each other on both sides of the road leading from Puerto Ayora to Baltra. The name is only figurative; not real craters, these formations were created by the collapse of surface material in underground fissures and chambers. The view is breathtaking.
PM / Interpretation Center “Fausto Llerena” / Charles Darwin Station: The Charles Darwin Research Station is home to turtles ranging from 3-inches (new hatchlings) to 4-feet long. Subspecies of turtles interact with one another and many of the older turtles are accustomed to humans stretching out their heads for a photo opportunity. The babies are kept until they are about four years old and strong enough to survive on their own.

Day 5 – Friday: Genovesa Island (B, L, D)
AM / El Barranco: Also known as Prince Phillip’s Steps, El Barranco’s steep, rocky paths leads up to a high cliff-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 lava owls, Galapagos swallows, and Galapagos doves.
PM / Darwin Bay: This white sand coral beach heads a half mile trail (0.75km) that winds through mangroves filled with land birds. Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, and swallow-tailed gulls can be spotted here. Further down the path are tidal pools where sea lions swim playfully. At the end is a spectacular view off a cliff.

Day 6 – Saturday: Rabida Island, Chinese Hat Islet (B, L, D)
AM / Rabida: Rabida Island (Jervis) is one of the most colorful and volcanically varied islands in the archipelago and a great snorkeling site. Its famous maroon sandy beach and stunning lookouts provide wonderful landscapes. The island is a birdwatcher’s delight. Some of the rarest species are in abundance, such as nine varieties of finches, large-billed flycatchers, Galapagos hawks and brown pelicans.
PM: Chinesse 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. This small islet is a great location to view many geological formations such as lava tubes and lava flows.

Day 7 – Sunday: San Cristobal Island (B, L, D)
AM / Witch Hill: Located on the northern coast, this eroded hill and its surroundings present one of the most picturesque beaches in the Galapagos with its white powdery sand and the abundance of animals. Wildlife includes sea turtles, rays, and various types of booby birds. The clear water provides an excellent opportunity for enjoying swimming and snorkeling.
PM / Kicker Rock: This striking rock formation is located a couple hours off the western shore of San Cristobal. Jutting out of the water, the rocks stand vertically at hundreds of feet above the ocean divided by a small channel. Although there are no landing areas, kayaking and scuba diving allow visitors to spot a variety of marine life.

Day 8 – Monday: San Cristobal Island (B)
AM / Interpretation Center: The Interpretation Center was opened in 1998 as a phase of the project “Interpretation and Environment Education Project.” Visitors enjoy expositions on natural history, human history, and conservation. The conservation efforts represent the movement to protect the wildlife and natural environment through means of population and tourist control. The Interpretation Center has an outdoor stadium, audio-visual equipment, and meeting rooms. Transfer to the San Cristobal Airport.

• all transfers detailed in the program
• accommodation on the Majestic Yacht
• full board on the boat (B-breakfast; L-lunch; D-dinner)
• all services and excursions detailed in the program
• local english speaking professional guide
• snorkelling
• taxes

• local and international airfare
• tips for guides
• personal expenses
• insurance
• Galapagos National Park entrance fee 100 USD
• tourist card INGALA 20 USD
• optional excursions

• single supplement
• local flights – Quito / Guayaquil – Galapagos
• extended version of the cruise by 1 or 4 days
• 5 day cruise – from 3.580 USD / person
• 8 day cruise – from 5.755 USD / person

• Price per person (2 people in twin cabin).
• The program can be customized according to your requirements.
• The price is subject to availability and actual airfare cost.
• Program in the Galapagos depends on a specific date and may be modified.