8 Days in Galapagos: Luxury, Autonomy, and Exploration

Description:

This eight-day program has been designed for those seeking a deep immersion into the archipelago, combining life aboard a luxury yacht with the exclusivity of a stay on solid ground.

There are milestones in life that deserve a setting to match. This eight-day journey has been designed as a tribute to celebration—be it a honeymoon, an anniversary, or the beginning of a new chapter—integrating the elegance of private navigation with the comfort of the best hotels on the islands.

The trip is divided into two stages: The first, an exploration aboard a luxury yacht to reach the most remote and pristine corners of the western islands, where unique species such as the flightless cormorant live. The second, a stay in San Cristóbal to regain your personal rhythm, where the logistics are fully adapted to your own pace. Here, luxury is not just the destination, but the harmony between the wonder of the untamed and the comfort of a stay designed to your measure.

Itinerary:

DAY 1 · Arrival to Santa Cruz

Upon arrival, your private guide will greet you to transfer you directly to the Highlands of Santa Cruz. At a local ranch, you can observe the giant tortoises in their natural environment, a silent experience that invites contemplation of life in its purest state.

After lunch, you will continue to El Garrapatero beach for some rest and relaxation by the sea. The day concludes in your Suite Evolución at the Finch Bay Hotel, a refuge strategically located between mangroves and the ocean. The evening is yours to discover the gastronomic offerings of the port or enjoy the peace of your private oceanfront terrace.

Activities: hiking, beach, wildlife watching

Highlights: Santa Cruz, giant tortoise ranch, El Garrapatero beach, Finch Bay Hotel

DAY 2 · Exploration of Uninhabited Islands - Santa Fe, Bartolomé, or Seymour

The day invites you to discover the charm of one of the uninhabited islands of the archipelago (Santa Fe, Bartolomé, or Seymour, subject to availability). Aboard an expedition vessel, you can observe endemic species and volcanic landscapes that remain untouched, far from the urban pulse.

Upon returning to Puerto Ayora, you will have the afternoon and evening free to enjoy the atmosphere of the island at your own pace.

Activities: navigation, wildlife watching

Highlights: Santa Fé, Bartolomé, or Seymour, Puerto Ayora

DAY 3 · Santa Cruz - Tortuga Bay

To optimize your comfort, you will depart by private boat directly to Tortuga Bay, one of the most beautiful beaches in the archipelago.

You will have the morning to observe marine iguanas and swim in calm waters with your guide. The return to the hotel is scheduled before noon to enjoy a treatment at the SPA, designed as a relaxing break in your journey. The rest of the day is at your disposal.

Activities: navigation, beach, spa treatment, wildlife watching

Highlights: Tortuga Bay, Puerto Ayora

DAY 4 · Arrival to San Cristóbal

A private transfer by sea will take you to San Cristóbal, ensuring a comfortable and smooth journey. After settling into the hotel, you will explore the highlands of the island: from the mystical Laguna de El Junco to the aroma of a local coffee farm and the views from the La Soledad viewpoint, ending at the remote beach of Puerto Chino.

You will stay in the Kicker Rock Suite at the Hotel Indigo, a state-of-the-art space facing the boardwalk, placing you just steps from the best oceanfront restaurants and the port atmosphere.

Activities: navigation, beach, coffee farm visit, wildlife watching, hiking

Highlights: Mirador de La Soledad, Puerto Chino beach, Laguna de El Junco, San Cristóbal.

DAY 5 · Kicker Rock

The day focuses on navigating to the imposing Kicker Rock (León Dormido), a majestic volcanic formation that emerges from the sea and is the epicenter of marine life. In this natural canal, you can swim alongside turtles, rays, and sharks.

The tour includes a stop at a paradisiacal beach to rest before returning to port. Your last night in the islands is free, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the sea breeze and the serenity of San Cristóbal.

Activities: wildlife watching, navigation, beach,

Highlights: San Cristóbal, Kicker Rock.

DAY 6 · Baltra Airport

Your stay concludes with a private transfer to the airport. To ensure that your departure is as smooth as your arrival, we have included access to the VIP Lounge, where you can await your return flight in complete comfort in a calm environment.

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Galapagos National Park entrance fee of $200 and Transit Control Card (TCT) of $20 per person
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 4 dinners according to the itinerary
Accommodation in a cabin and double room in the selected establishments and vessels
Accommodation in a cabin and double room in the selected establishments and vessels
High-quality snorkeling equipment with mask, fins, snorkel, and wetsuit adapted to the season
Private plane transfer for the journey between Baltra and San Cristóbal

Round trip air tickets from Mainland Ecuador to the Galapagos Islands (with optional assistance for booking)
Extraordinary expenses derived from delays or cancellations of flights by the airlines
Mandatory travel insurance with specific coverage for repatriation and loss of luggage
Tips for guides and crew, which are suggested and always at the discretion of each passenger for mandatory travel with specific coverage for repatriation and loss of luggage

Additional information:

- Keep in mind that although we have pre-arranged packages, all of them can be customized.

- We can add or combine services according to your requirements.

- The program may change due to National Park regulations or weather conditions without prior notice.

- The Galapagos time zone is one hour less than that of Mainland Ecuador.

- The official currency of Ecuador is the US dollar.

- Inter-island navigation in an exclusive vessel for the group, similar to the one shown in the photograph.

- Possibility of making the journeys by small plane with an extra cost of $250 per passenger.