M/Y GALAPAGOS CORAL CRUISE
D (WED - SUN) : NORTH
( 5 Days and 4 Nights )
PRICE PER PERSON
PRICE PER PERSON
LOW SEASON
HIGH SEASON
CABIN CATEGORY
4 NIGHTS
CABIN CATEGORY
4 NIGHTS
Standard*
USD $2199
Standard*
USD $2265
Standard Plus
USD $2460
Standard Plus
USD $2529
Junior Suite
USD $2985
Junior Suite
USD $3059
*LOW SEASON: JANUARY 5 TO
MARCH 28, MAY 15 TO JUNE 20, SEPTEMBER 1-30, NOVEMBER 25 TO DECEMBER 15
*HIGH SEASON: REST OF THE YEAR.
NOTES
Children under 12 years old, 25% discount sharing the cabin with 2 adults
Single supplement 50% except for Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays
80% supplement for Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays
DAY 1: WEDNESDAY – SAN CRISTÓBAL AIRPORT
Departure from Quito or Guayaquil to San Cristóbal (2 hours flight).
Passengers are picked up at the airport by our naturalist guides and
taken on a ten minute bus drive to the pier to board the M/Y Corals.
PM – CERRO COLORADO TORTOISE RESERVE (SAN CRISTÓBAL)
Dry landing in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. Passengers visit the San Cristóbal giant tortoise Breeding Center to learn about the National
Park’s
conservation programs. Passengers will also have the opportunity to
visit the port village, have a drink or shop for arts and crafts and
other souvenirs.
Difficulty level: intermediate
Duration: 40 minutes bus drive to the Reserve / 1 hour visit
DAY 2: THURSDAY – CERRO BRUJO (SAN CRISTÓBAL)
Wet landing. Cerro Brujo is an eroding tuff cone that at several
locations is composed of aa lava formations, and a beautiful white
sand beach, great for
snorkeling and sunbathing. We visit a lagoon where migratory bird
species can be seen: Black-necked Stilts, Ruddy Turnstones, Whimbrels, other
sandpiper species and White-cheeked Pintails. Cerro Brujo offers
beautiful views of Kicker Rock, the southern part of San Cristobal
and the adjacent
coast.
Difficulty level: easy
Type of terrain: sandy
Duration: 1 hour walk / 1 hour snorkeling
PM– PITT POINT & PITT ISLET (SAN CRISTÓBAL)
Wet landing followed by a high intensity hike on rocky terrain. The
trail includes an olivine beach of 90 meters long and a path that
climbs to the top
of a volcanic tuff, through several magnificent viewpoints. This is
probably the only site where the three booby species of the
Galapagos can be seen
together: Nazca, Blue-footed, and Red-footed; as well as two species
of frigatebirds and a sea lion colony; it is also excellent for
dinghy rides and
snorkeling, where a good range of sea birds can be observed.
Difficulty level: difficult
Type of terrain: rocky and steep
Duration: 2h30 walk
DAY 3: FRIDAY – ESPUMILLA BEACH & BUCCANEER COVE (SANTIAGO)
Wet landing. This visitor site is surrounded by mangrove forest,
which makes for a pleasant walk, taking us to a magnificent
viewpoint of the entire bay. We
will see Darwin finches, mockingbirds, and White-checked Pintail.
There’s also a lagoon where Flamingos can occasionally be seen.
Buccaneer Cove was a safe haven for pirates, sailors and whalers
during the 18th and 19th century. It is very scenic with steep
cliffs made of tuff
formations and the dark reddish-purple sand beach. You can see two
of the more recognizable rock formations are known as the "monk" and
"elephant
rock".
Difficulty level: intermediate
Type of terrain: flat / steep
Duration: 1 hour walk / 1 hour deep water snorkeling / 30 minutes
dinghy ride
PM – EGAS PORT (SANTIAGO)
Wet landing on a beach of black volcanic sand, visited by Darwin in
1835. The first part of the trail is comprised of volcanic ash
(eroded tuff) and the other
half of the trail is partially uneven terrain, comprised of volcanic
basaltic rock that lounges the shoreline.
The unique, truly striking layered terrain of Santiago’s shores is
home to a variety of resident and migrant birds, including the
bizarre Yellow-crowned
Night Heron and astounding array of marine wildlife including
lobster, starfish and marine iguanas grazing on algae beds alongside
Sally Lightfoot Crabs.
Colonies of endemic fur seals swimming in cool water pools formed by
volcanic rocks. Snorkeling here offers rarities such as octopus or
squid.
Difficulty level: intermediate
Type of terrain: the first part flat and then semi rocky
Duration: 1h30 walk / 1 hour snorkeling/swimming
DAY 4: SATURDAY – BARTOLOME
Dry landing. We discover a fascinating moonscape formed by different
volcanic parasitic cones —lava bombs, spatter, cinder cones —as we
hike to
the summit for impressive views of the surrounding islands,
including the eroded tuff cone Pinnacle Rock. We also encounter
marine iguanas and lava
lizards.
Beach time is a great opportunity to snorkel and see (perhaps swim
with) Galapagos Penguin, sea turtles and White-tipped Reef Shark,
among a great
variety of colorful fish. For many visitors, this may turn out to be
the best of snorkeling experiences; the water here is generally
clear, without too much
surf and full of marine life.
Due to its geographical location, the lack of vegetation is
immediately noticeable. Pioneer plants are observed, so called
because they are the first
to establish roots on new ground. They include Tiquilia nesiotica
(which is endemic to the island) and Chamaesyce(known as sand mat or
spurge in
English), lava cactus, and Scalesia bushes. Behind the beach we have
dunes covered by mangroves.
Difficulty level: intermediate.
Type of terrain: trail made of steps (370 steps)
Duration: 1h30 walk / 1 hour snorkeling/swimming
PM – SULLIVAN BAY (SANTIAGO)
Wet landing. This visitor site located at the southeastern portion
of Santiago Island, and of important geologic interest, features
extensive lava flows
believed to have been formed during the last quarter of the 19th
century.
Difficulty level: difficult, 1.5 km path.
Type of terrain: flat volcanic lava
Duration: 1h30 walk / 1 hour snorkeling/swimming
DAY 5: SUNDAY – EL CHATO (SANTA CRUZ)
Dry landing. We will reach the Santa Cruz highlands and visit a
private farm, Primicias (El Chato), where giant tortoises are found
in their natural habitat.
The road to the reserve is one of the best places to observe land
birds. Tree and ground finches, vermillion flycatchers and Cattle
Egrets inhabit the area.
Difficulty level: easy
Type of terrain: flat & muddy sometimes (depending on season)
Duration: 45 minutes drive / 1h30 walk
BALTRA AIRPORT
Disembark at docks in Baltra, transfer by bus to the airport for
flight back to Quito via Guayaquil.
RATES INCLUDE:
All-inclusive cruises sharing double accommodation in sea view cabins with
air-conditioning & private facilities.
All meals, welcome & farewell cocktails, water, 24-hour coffee station.
Air Ticket Quito or Guayaquil to/from Galapagos
Two daily visits to different islands with multilingual naturalist guide (upon
request).
Snorkeling and kayaking opportunities.
Activities on board, briefings, lectures.
NOT INCLUDED:
$100 Galapagos National Park entrance fee
Galapagos Transit Control Card ($10)
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Cancellation/medical insurance
Wet suits rental: US$ 25 net per person per each short cruise.
Fuel surcharge US$ 90 net per person for a 3 or 4-night cruise, US$ 180 for a 7
Wet suits rental: US$ 25 net per person for a 3 or 4-night cruise, US$ 50 for a
7
Internet available US$ 15 net per hour or fraction.
Tips & personal expenses.
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