Horizon 4 Days

You will arrive at San Cristobal Island in the morning.

After passing through immigration and baggage claim, you will be met by a Horizon staff member and transferred to the yacht. You will be shown to your cabin where you will have some time to settle in before lunch and a welcome briefing.

Interpretation Center:  This site is part of an environment project. The tour of this center will explore the natural history of the islands including human interaction and conservation efforts. The Museum of Natural History explains the volcanic origin of the archipelago, ocean currents, climate, and the arrival of endemic species. The Human History exhibit chronologically describes significant events such as discovery and colonization of the islands.

Pitt Point, situated on the north-eastern tip of the San Cristobal island, hosts frigate birds, 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.

Witch Hill : Located on the northern coast, this eroded 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.

In the late afternoon you will enjoy a dinghy ride around the famous Kicker Rock. 

Early in the morning head to Suarez Point on Española Island, a nesting site for waved albatross, along with other sea birds, like masked and blue-footed boobies, among others. This place is also home to marine iguanas and sea lions During the afternoon, you will visit Gardner Bay, home to a large and varied wildlife population, like boobies, frigate birds and sea lions. In thisplace, you will have the opportunity to swim from the shore or just rest or walk on the beach. After this activity, dinner will be served onboard.

First activity of the day will be heading to Bachas Beach, one of the main nesting sites for sea turtles, where you can also admire native species like flamingos, light foot crabs, among others, at the lagoons behind the coast line. After this activity, you will be transferred to Baltra Airport and take your flight back to the continent.