Flights

Flights are not included.

Meals

9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners

Accommodation

Deluxe Hotel Rooms in Quito (2 nts), aboard the Reina Silvia Voyager in twin-share, double or single cabins (7 nts).

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer)/Naturalist Guide while in the Galápagos Islands (certified by the Galápagos National Park Authority), local G Adventures Rep in Quito.

Others

Cruise the Galápagos Islands aboard the Reina Silvia Voyager (7 nts). All meals aboard the Reina Silvia Voyager. Certified Galápagos National Park Service Guide. Snorkelling at Champion Islet, Punta Moreno, Punta Espinoza, Punta Vicente Roca, Puerto Egas, Bachas Beach and North Seymour. Possibility to snorkel or kayak at Tagus Cove and Buccaneer Cove. Incredible wildlife encounters throughout. Highlands and wild tortoise excursion (Santa Cruz Island). Visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island). All landings and excursions. Onboard snorkelling equipment and wetsuits. Internal flights. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Hygieneprotocol

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Transport

Motorized catamaran (Reina Silvia Voyager), plane, private vehicle, zodiac.

Not included:

Others

1. G Adventures requires your passport number, full name and date of birth at the time of booking. Please make sure you give this information to your travel agent. 2. Once you have confirmed your booking please give us your international flight details and advise us if you have any important issues such as allergies, special diets, etc. 3. The Ecuadorian government currently levies a Galapagos Islands Park entry fee of $200 USD per person ($100 USD for children under 12 years old). This is payable at the airport upon arrival in the park. It is not included in the cost of the tour, and must be paid in CASH. This fee funds Park maintenance and supervision in Galapagos, as well as ecological study, conservation and infrastructure development in Ecuador’s other National Parks. Entry fees and the funds they generate for the National Park System are among measures taken by the Ecuadorian government to protect its natural heritage. 4. The Consejo de Gobierno (local government council) have implemented a system of Transit Control Cards at a fee of $20 USD per person. This card is to be purchased in CASH at a counter in the Quito airport before boarding the flight to the Galapagos. Please retain this card along with your passport as you will be required to present this upon arrival to the Galapagos Islands. Please note that this applies to all tourists entering the Galapagos Islands and is a supplement to the existing entry fee to the National Park and is not controlled by tour operators or travel agencies. It is the first of a number of initiatives to track, control and maintain the sustainable tourism targets set out by the Galapagos National Park and the Ecuadorian government in an attempt to preserve the fragile environment of the archipelago. 5. Please note that the rooming on our Galapagos yachts is done on a first-come, first-serve basis, and we are not able to guarantee the specific cabin you will receive on board. The cabins are comfortable and clean, all with private bathrooms. Due to the specific location of the cabins on board, the window sizes vary as well as the noise at times when the boat is navigating, given the proximity of the cabin to the engine room. Our friendly and competent crew will ensure the smooth and comfortable journey for the duration of your tour. COMBO TRIP Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes.Quito - Quito City Tour and Equator - Teleférico (9USD per person) Cotopaxi - Cotopaxi Volcano - Full Day Trip

Optional

Cotopaxi - Cotopaxi Volcano - Full Day Trip (70-100USD per person) Quito - Quito City Tour and Equator (50-60USD per person) - Teleférico (8USD per person)

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here ( https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance ). Every traveler must have suitable travel insurance to take part in this tour.

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Day 1 Day 1: Quito
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Quito

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
There are no planned activities, so check into the hotel and enjoy the city. A G Adventures representative will greet you at the hotel and brief the group on the various aspects of the tour.

Transport:
- Transport

Included Activities:
- Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting with G Representative

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Quito City Tour and Equator
Day 2 Day 2: Quito / Puerto Ayora (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Quito / Puerto Ayora (1B, 1L, 1D)

Transfer early to the airport for the flight to the Galápagos Islands. Upon arrival, meet the Naturalist Guide and cross to Santa Cruz islands to visit the highlands and the Charles Darwin Research Station before boarding the boat in the late afternoon from Puerto Ayora.
After arrival in Baltra, visit of the highlands of Santa Cruz Island for a special opportunity to view the islands’ most famous reptile: the giant tortoises in their wild habitat. What a privilege to see an endangered species roving in this lush environment! The vegetation of the area includes the Scalesia Forest (an endemic giant daisy tree) and birds such as the vermilion flycatcher will delight everyone with its scarlet feathers against an emerald green forest. Look for Darwin’s finches, particularly the famous Woodpecker Finch. We will then visit the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center and Charles Darwin Research Station to learn first hand of the conservation and research efforts in the islands. There, you’ll see several subspecies of adult tortoises, lots of hatchlings, and learn of the repatriation programs that are saving several subspecies of tortoises and iguanas from extinction.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Plane: Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Seymour Airport 02:00 Hr(s)
- Reina Silvia Voyager

Included Activities:
- Visit To The Highlands of Santa Cruz
- Fausto Llerena Breeding Center & Charles Darwin Research Station Visit
Day 3 Day 3: Floreana: Punta Cormorant / Post Office Bay (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Floreana: Punta Cormorant / Post Office Bay (1B, 1L, 1D)

Land at Punta Cormorant on Floreana Island. Guided walks to observe birds and wildlife, and learn about the natural history. Snorkelling excursion at Champion Islet. In the afternoon visit Post Office Bay and a pirate cave in the highlands for great views of the island.
In the morning, you will head to Punta Cormorant. Here you will enjoy a hike to a salt-water lagoon which is home to flamingos. Afterwards, you will snorkel Champion Islet, named after the whaler Andrew Champion, located just offshore from Floreana Island in the southern part of the Archipelago, considered as one of the most beautiful places on Galapagos for snorkeling. After lunch, you will visit the famous Post Office Bay. You will land on the beach and head to a spot where 18th century whalers placed a wooden barrel for use as an unofficial mailbox. The custom continues to this day with Galapagos visitors. So do not forget your postcards, and do not be surprised if the postcard arrives to its destination before you even get home! In the afternoon, you will visit The Asilo de la Paz. This is a hill 450m high that is behind Straw Hill in the agricultural area of the island. The main attractions are of a historic type: one is the cave of pirates and the other is the freshwater spring. The two sites are located at the base of the hill.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Reina Silvia Voyager

Included Activities:
- Punta Cormorant Visit
- Snorkelling (Champion Islet)
- Post Office Bay Visit
- Asilo de Paz - Pirate’s Cave Visit
Day 4 Day 4: Isabela: Punta Moreno / Elizabeth Bay (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Isabela: Punta Moreno / Elizabeth Bay (1B, 1L, 1D)

Morning landing at Punta Moreno on the southwest coast of Isabela to see lava formations, flamingos, and amazing views of the three most active volcanoes in the Galápagos Islands. In the afternoon visit Elizabeth Bay, which offers amazing bird and marine life viewing opportunities. Head out on the zodiacs and explore the shallows and mangroves to look for sea turtles and penguins.
In the morning you will visit Punta Moreno located southwest of Elizabeth Bay. A dry landing here is possible onto what was once flowing lava. The lava has left craters in its wake which formed crystal tide pools. By looking into these pools, you can peer into another world as the marine life drifts by your window. In the brackish pools of this area, if you’re lucky, you may see pink flamingos, white-cheeked pintails, and common gallinules. If you look carefully into the pools, you may see white-tip reef sharks and some sea turtles. In the afternoon, you will visit Elizabeth Bay, is located on the east coast of Isabela Island. Cruise on the zodiacs through the mangroves to see pelicans and an abundance of marine life in the clear water. The area is perfect for snorkeling and viewing schools of colorful fish, sea lions, and perhaps even sharks.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Reina Silvia Voyager

Included Activities:
- Elizabeth Bay Panga Ride
- Punta Moreno Visit
Day 5 Day 5: Isabela / Fernandina (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Isabela / Fernandina (1B, 1L, 1D)

Enjoy a morning visit to Urbina Bay, located at the base of Alcedo Volcano. Keep an eye out for land iguanas. In the afternoon, land at Punta Espinoza on Fernandina, the youngest of the Galápagos Islands. Witness the large colony of sea lions, marine iguanas, and a variety of birdlife.
In the morning, you will land at Urbina Bay which presents some fascinating geological formations. In 1954, an uplift from the sea formed the bay which has been characterized by the resulting terrestrial coral reef ever since. Expect to see stingrays and sea turtles swimming near the surface of the water, as well as pelicans and marine iguanas. You will be dazzled by the breathtaking view of the Alcedo Volcano. In the afternoon, you will land at Punta Espinoza and after walking past a colony of marine iguanas and a group of sea lions, you’ll reach the island’s highlight: the flightless cormorant nesting site (seasonal). This area also provides a great opportunity to see the Galapagos hawk.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Reina Silvia Voyager

Included Activities:
- Urbina Bay Visit
- Punta Espinoza Visit
- Snorkelling (Punta Espinoza)
Day 6 Day 6: Isabela: Tagus Cove / Punta Vicente Roca (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Isabela: Tagus Cove / Punta Vicente Roca (1B, 1L, 1D)

Stop for a visit at Tagus Cove and hike to a lookout to get a stunning view of the bay. Spot old graffiti on the cliffs from whalers and pirates who once visited the the cove. Continue to Punta Vicente Roca, one of the lesser-visited and best snorkelling spots in the Galapagos to spot the abundant marine life.
After breakfast, you will visit Tagus Cove which is located across from Fernandina Island, near the Bolivar Channel dividing the two islands. This spot has been frequented by ships since the 1800s, using the area as an anchorage site. Trails winding by Lake Darwin up to a ridge display wonderful views. The afternoon visit is at Vicente Roca Point. Comprised of two separate coves, this site is a large bay with spectacular sea life. Keep an eye out for seahorses, sea turtles, and the strange yet fascinating Mola mola (or sunfish).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Reina Silvia Voyager

Included Activities:
- Tagus Cove Visit
- Snorkelling (Tagus Cove)
- Kayaking (Tagus Cove)
- Snorkelling (Punta Vicente Roca)
Day 7 Day 7: Santiago: Buccaneer Cove / Puerto Egas (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Santiago: Buccaneer Cove / Puerto Egas (1B, 1L, 1D)

Morning excursion to Buccaneer Cove to witness the towering cliff wall rock formations and nesting seabirds. Continue in the afternoon to Puerto Egas to see the salt crater as well as a dark sand beach and tidal pools. Opportunities for snorkelling to try and spot the abundant marine life like turtles, rays and sharks.
In the morning jump in the waters of Buccaneer Cove, an area which is a testament to the fact that Santiago Island was once a refuge for British buccaneers. These pirates would anchor in the protected bay to make repairs and stock up on tortoise meat among other things. The steep cliffs, where hundreds of seabirds perch in front of the dark red sand beach, are a magnificent sight. After lunch, you will go to Egas Port, also known as James Bay, on Santiago Island which is home to the curious Galapagos hawks and quick-footed Galapagos lava lizards. The trail leads to the 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.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Reina Silvia Voyager

Included Activities:
- Snorkelling (Buccaneer Cove)
- Puerto Egas Visit
- Snorkelling (Puerto Egas)
- Kayaking (Buccaneer Cove)
Day 8 Day 8: Santa Cruz / North Seymour (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Santa Cruz / North Seymour (1B, 1L, 1D)

Visit the beach on Las Bachas and relax or swim in the crystal waters. Continue to North Seymour for guided walks to observe birds and wildlife, including vast sea lion colonies. More snorkelling opportunities for the chance to see marine life.
The morning visit to Bachas Beach which is a swimming beach is located on the north shore of Santa Cruz. 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 on the beach at night (seasonal). In the afternoon, you will visit North Seymour. Here you will be able to see Galapagos sea lions, blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigate birds which are abundant on the Island. The island was formed by a series of submarine lava flows containing layers of sediment that were uplifted by tectonic activity. The island is characterized by its arid vegetation zone.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Reina Silvia Voyager

Included Activities:
- Bachas Beach Visit
- Snorkelling (Bachas Beach)
- Snorkelling (North Seymour Island)
- North Seymour Island Visit
Day 9 Day 9: Baltra / Quito (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Baltra / Quito (1B)

Disembark the boat at Baltra to transfer to the airport and catch the flight back to Quito. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and joy one final night on the town.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Additional Notes: G Adventures strongly recommends not booking departure flights on the day the group returns to Quito. Local flight times are often subject to change and could potentially cause issues if delayed. We recommend booking flights on the last day of the tour as noted on the Full itinerary page.
Day 10 Day 10: Quito (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Quito (1B)

Depart at any time.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Quito City Tour and Equator

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Galápagos – West And Central Islands Aboard The Reina Silvia

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Itinerary of your trip Galápagos – West And Central Islands Aboard The Reina Silvia

Day 1: Quito

Day 2: Quito / Puerto Ayora (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 3: Floreana: Punta Cormorant / Post Office Bay (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 4: Isabela: Punta Moreno / Elizabeth Bay (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 5: Isabela / Fernandina (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 6: Isabela: Tagus Cove / Punta Vicente Roca (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 7: Santiago: Buccaneer Cove / Puerto Egas (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 8: Santa Cruz / North Seymour (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 9: Baltra / Quito (1B)

Day 10: Quito (1B)

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