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Cormorant - Galapagos Islands Cruise (5 days)

5 days duration

Launched in 2011, the 16 passenger Cormorant incorporates the very best of Galapagos Catamaran design. The modern and ample accommodation includes jacuzzi, huge sun deck and a private balcony for each of the spacious staterooms. Cormorant is unrivalled in offering the generous, comfortable accommodation and amenities of a larger boat while still preserving the relaxed exclusivity of a smaller vessel.

 
Day 1 Saturday
  Arrive Baltra Island / Santa Cruz Island
 
Upon arrival on Baltra Island, you are transferred from the airport to the pier to board the Cormorant for your four-night cruise of this remarkable archipelago.
 
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. (LD)
 
Day 2
Sunday
  Bartholomew Island / Santiago Island
 
Home of the famous Pinnacle Rock, Bartholomew consists of an extinct volcano with a variety of red, orange, black and even green volcanic formations. A trail of stairs leads to the summit of the volcano, boasting one o the best views of the islands. The beach is perfect for snorkeling and possible sightings of the Galapagos Penguin. Other highlights include panoramic views, moonlike landscape, pioneer plants, lava cactus, reef sharks, rays, and great colourful fish. (BLD)
 
Day 3
Monday
  South Plazas Island / Santa Fe Island
 
In the morning, you will head to South Plaza Island. This small island with steep cliffs was formed by rising lava and is now covered by Opuntia cacti. It is also home to one of the largest sea lion colonies as well as colourful yellow and red land iguanas. The most characteristic plant is the Sesuvium. During the rainy season its colour is a greenish to yellowish tone and in the dry season (end of June through January) a bright red. Other highlights include Audubon´s shearwaters, Swallow-tailed Gulls, Nazca Boobies and amazing landscape with cliffs.

Santa Fe (Barrington) is home to the small picturesque bay and anchorage on the island’s northeast coast. The bay has two visitor trails, one leading to a scenic viewpoint atop a cliff, and the other spanning from a small beach to a tall prickly pear cactus forest.
(BLD)
 
Day 4
Tuesday
  San Cristobal Island
 

Located on the northern coast, the eroded Witch 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.

Pitt Point, situated on the north-eastern tip of San Cristobal Island, hosts frigatebirds, storm petrels, and all three types of Booby Birds: the Nazca, Blue-footed and Red-footed Boobies. A steep trail goes up a cliff and through a ravine leading visitors to an area with an abundance of birds. This site is also great for snorkeling and scuba diving.
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Day 5
Wednesday
  Depart San Cristobal Island
 

The Interpretation Centre on San Cristobal Island 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 Centre has an outdoor stadium, audio-visual equipment, and meeting rooms.

Your cruise comes to an end and you will journey to the airport for your flight back to Guayaquil or Quito. (BL)


 

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TOUR DATES
  • Contact us for latest cruise departure dates aboard Cormorant.

 

COUNTRIES VISITED
  • Ecuador

  

COMFORT LEVEL
  • 5 star

  

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
  • English speaking Expert Guide
  • Unique flora and fauna of the Galapagos Islands
  • Baltra Island
  • Santa Cruz Island
  • Bartholomew Island
  • Santiago Island
  • South Plazas Island
  • Santa Fe Island
  • San Cristobal Island
  • Snorkelling opportunities
  • Pristine beaches and unique scenery

 

ITINERARY IN BRIEF
  • Galapagos Islands Cruise (4 nights)

It is possible to add nights before or after the cruise in Quito or Guayaquil, at an extra cost.

  

TOUR INCLUSIONS
  • Accommodation in Superior cabin or suite.
  • All shore excursions.
  • All meals throughout cruise.
  • All soft drinks & juices.
  • Champagne reception.
  • Complimentary fruit basket.
  • Top Galapagos National Park Guides.
  • Use of snorkelling gear and wetsuits.

  

NOT INCLUDED
  • Round-trip airfare to the Galapagos.
  • Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee.
  • Galapagos Transit Control Card.
  • Alcoholic beverages.
  • Items of a personal nature.
  • Passport and visa fees.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Tipping.