Eastern Galápagos Islands Cruise - Galapagos Monique Catamaran

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Explore the vibrant ecosystems of the Eastern Galápagos Islands during this 7-night cruise. Encounter iconic wildlife like giant tortoises, waved albatrosses, and red-footed boobies while discovering remote beaches, volcanic cliffs, and lush highlands.

8 Day Galapagos Itinerary

Day 1: Santa Cruz Island

Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, guests are transferred to the M/C Monique. Visit the renowned Charles Darwin Research Station, home to giant tortoise breeding programs. Continue to the Santa Cruz highlands to observe tortoises in the wild and enjoy birdwatching opportunities.

Meals Included: Lunch / Dinner

Day 2: Floreana Island

Take part in a centuries-old tradition by leaving a postcard at the historic barrel postbox. Explore lava tunnels and enjoy coastal activities. Walk between two contrasting beaches and observe flamingos and other wading birds at a nearby lagoon.

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 3: Española Island

Hike along dramatic sea cliffs home to Nazca and blue-footed boobies, marine iguanas, and, seasonally, waved albatrosses. Relax on a white-sand beach with sea lions, or explore coral reefs with rays and tropical fish.

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 4: San Cristobal Island

View seabirds perched on the cliffs of Kicker Rock and swim in the clear bay of Witch Hill. Learn about the islands' geological, ecological, and human history at the Interpretation Center.

 

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 5: Santa Fe & South Plaza Islands

Explore Santa Fe's Opuntia cactus forest and observe pale land iguanas. Walk across South Plaza Island’s vibrant landscape and observe seabirds and plant life.

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 6: Genovesa Island

Visit a coral beach home to nesting frigatebirds and red-footed boobies. Climb lava cliffs to see Nazca boobies and storm petrels. Observe fur seals and snorkel near reef sharks.

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 7: Santa Cruz Island: Chinese Hat & Dragon Hill

Discover striking lava formations on this scenic islet and enjoy marine life sightings. Walk through dry forests to see land iguanas and visit a lagoon with flamingos and endemic birds.

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 8: Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle Cove & Departure

Explore mangrove channels by dinghy, where turtles, rays, sharks, and seabirds thrive. After the visit, transfer to Baltra Airport for departure.

Meals Included: Breakfast
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8 Day Galapagos Itinerary Highlights

  • Visit Genovesa Island, home to red-footed boobies and frigatebirds
  • Snorkel alongside sea lions, reef sharks, and rays
  • Explore Española Island, the only nesting site of waved albatrosses
  • Walk among wild giant tortoises in Santa Cruz highlands
  • Experience the historic barrel post at Floreana’s Post Office Bay

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