Discover the Enchanting Galapagos Islands on a 4 day Galapagos cruise - Natural Paradise Yacht

Begin your captivating journey with a morning flight from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra, the gateway to the Galapagos Islands, for your immersive 4 day Galapagos cruise. Touch down on Baltra Island, where the magic begins. A warm welcome by our dedicated Natural Paradise staff awaits you, guiding you seamlessly through immigration and baggage claim. Soon, you'll find yourself transferred to the yacht, your floating haven for the adventure that lies ahead.

Once aboard, a sense of anticipation fills the air. Your cozy cabin is a retreat of comfort, offering a brief moment to settle in before the tantalizing aromas of lunch beckon you. As you savor your first onboard meal, a welcome briefing unfolds, setting the stage for the extraordinary experiences awaiting you in the coming days.

Exploration at Fausto Llerena Breeding Center

Your first on-island adventure takes you to the renowned “Fausto Llerena” Tortoise Breeding Center in Puerto Ayora. Here, the captivating world of giant tortoises comes to life. Witness the breeding process of these ancient giants, ranging from adorable 3-inch hatchlings to majestic 4-feet-long adults. Subspecies of giant tortoises coexist, offering a unique opportunity for observation and interaction.

The older tortoises, accustomed to human presence, often extend their heads for a perfect photo opportunity. Marvel at the intricate process of nurturing the babies, kept until they reach four years of age, robust and ready to thrive independently in the wild.

Your journey into the heart of Galapagos biodiversity begins with this immersive encounter at the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center.

El Barranco

Known as “Prince Phillip’s Steps”, El Barranco is steep, rocky paths leads up to a high cliff-face from where incredible views can be appreciated; is also home to “palo santo” vegetation as well as red-footed boobies, Galapagos swallows, short-eared lava owls and Galapagos doves.

Darwin Bay

This white sand coral beach heads a half mile trail that winds through mangroves filled with land birds like Red-footed & Nazca boobies and swallow-tailed. Further down the path are tidal pools where sea lions swim playfully. At the end, there is a cliff with amazing panoramic views. Possibility to spot hammerhead sharks when snorkeling.

Espumilla Beach

Is a special and popular settlement for marine iguanas and Sally Lightfoot crabs. The crabs attract the hunting herons performing the dance of predator and prey. With an abundance of marine life including octopi, moray eels, and sharks, snorkeling is a must on the site. A visit to Buccaneer Cove is also a great highlight of the island.

Egas Port

Also known as James Bay, the site is home to the splendid Galapagos hawks and sneaky Galapagos lava lizards. The trail leads to a coastline with gorgeous tide pools and grottos full of fauna. Here the Galapagos fur sea lions bathe in the sun. This is also a great snorkeling site and swim with playful sea-lions.

Located on the north shore of Santa Cruz, Las Bachas is a swimming beach. One of the few remnants of the U.S. World War II presence in the Galapagos, a floating pier, can be seen here. You may see flamingos, Sally Lightfoot crabs, hermit crabs, black necked stilts, and whimbrels. Sea turtles also nest off the beach.

Continue to Baltra Airport to board your flight back to the Mainland.