A 3-night, 4-day expedition through the eastern sector of the Galápagos archipelago aboard the Galápagos Legend. The route starts at Baltra and visits Seymour Norte, Isla Bartolomé and Sullivan Bay, Punta Pitt and Cerro Brujo on San Cristóbal, and the La Galapaguera giant-tortoise breeding centre at Cerro Colorado.
The sailing is in a Junior Suite cabin, with a naturalist guide on board, all meals from lunch on the first day to breakfast on the last, and snorkelling equipment. Activities follow the expedition's fixed itinerary.
Highlights
Seymour Norte
Isla Bartolomé and Pinnacle Rock
Sullivan Bay lava fields on Santiago
Punta Pitt, three booby species
Cerro Brujo, sea lions
La Galapaguera giant tortoises
Day-by-day itinerary
Day1
Day 1: Baltra and Seymour Norte
Arrival at Baltra airport and a short bus transfer to the pier to board the Galápagos Legend. In the afternoon, a visit to Seymour Norte.
Day2
Day 2: Isla Bartolomé and Sullivan Bay
In the morning, Isla Bartolomé, with views of Pinnacle Rock and snorkelling where Galápagos penguins, white-tipped reef sharks and sea lions may be seen. In the afternoon, Sullivan Bay on Santiago, with its pahoehoe lava fields.
Day3
Day 3: Punta Pitt and Cerro Brujo, San Cristóbal
In the morning, Punta Pitt, the only site where the three booby species can be seen together, with frigatebirds in the area. In the afternoon, Cerro Brujo, with its cliffs, a beach with sea lions, shore snorkelling and a lagoon with coastal birds.
Day4
Day 4: Cerro Colorado, San Cristóbal
In the highlands of San Cristóbal, a visit to the La Galapaguera giant-tortoise breeding centre, which works to recover the San Cristóbal tortoise population. Afterwards, transfer to the airport for the return flight.
Suggested hotels
Galápagos Legend
Superior
Galápagos
First-class expedition vessel; the priced cabin is the Junior Suite.
Essential, Premium and Luxury categories available. Final accommodation is confirmed by date and availability.
What's included
Included: Accommodation in a double Junior Suite cabin aboard the Galápagos Legend
Included: Naturalist guide on board
Included: All meals, from lunch on the first day to breakfast on the last
Included: Snacks after each activity, except the last day
Included: Welcome cocktail
Included: Unlimited purified water, coffee and tea
Included: All visits, excursions and activities per the itinerary
Included: Airport–pier transfers
Included: Use of pier and ferry
Included: Snorkelling equipment
What's not included
Not included: Domestic flight to Galápagos
Not included: Galápagos National Park entrance fee (USD 200, payable in cash on arrival)
Not included: INGALA Transit Control Card (USD 20)
Not included: Airport and tourism taxes and visa fees
Not included: Meals, drinks or services not specified
Not included: Alcoholic drinks
Not included: Wetsuit hire
Not included: Medical services and travel insurance
Not included: Tips for the crew and the guide
Not included: Personal expenses and optional services