Upon arrival, you will transfer from the airport to your hotel and settle in. You will then visit the Interpretation Centre, where you can learn about the Galápagos’ unique history, wildlife, and conservation efforts. In the afternoon, you will explore Tijeretas Hill, enjoying a scenic hike with panoramic views of the coastline, and the chance to spot frigatebirds, sea lions, and other local wildlife. End of the day and dinner.
Early in the morning head to head to Suarez Point, that is a basaltic cliff which forms a blowhole where water sprays high into the air, and where you can also watch sea lions, sea birds and Marine Iguanas. After lunch, you will visit Gardner Bay at Española Island, that is an important breeding site for pacific green turtles. But the main attraction is the Galapagos sea lion colony, along with marine iguanas, and Galapagos Hawks. In this island you can also snorkel.
Early in the morning, head to Floreana Island, first to Cormorant Point, where you will be welcomed by a small Galapagos sea lion colony and the largest and best Flamingo Lagoon in Galapagos. You can also snorkel at Devil's Crown nearby, where a wonderful coral reef can be seen. After lunch, you will go to Post Office bay, place that commemorates the improvised mail service that was situated here during the 18th century. Then you will visit Haven of Peace, a natural rock formation that is now home to a semi natural tortoise breeding center. End of the day and dinner.
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Lunch
Dinner
After breakfast, you will depart from the ship to Charles Darwin Station, and here you will learn about the protection and conservation of the island, you will see the Breeding and Rearing Centre for young tortoises and adult Galapagos tortoises in captivity. Then you will be transferred to Baltra Airport to take your flight back to the continent.
Breakfast