Monique Catamaran 8D/7N - Itinerary A 2026

Arrive at Baltra Airport, where your Galápagos adventure begins. Your guide will welcome you and assist with your transfer.

Later, visit Las Bachas Beach, a beautiful white-sand beach on Santa Cruz Island. This is a peaceful place to walk, swim, and look for marine iguanas, shorebirds, and flamingos in nearby lagoons.

You’ll also enjoy views of Daphne Major Islet, a small volcanic island known for its importance in scientific research and seabird nesting.

Today you’ll visit Rábida Island, famous for its deep red sand and volcanic scenery.

Walk along the beach and trails, looking for sea lions, marine iguanas, and coastal birds. The contrast between the red land and blue sea makes this island especially beautiful.

Later, explore Chinese Hat, a small volcanic islet near Santiago Island. Its calm waters are great for snorkeling, with chances to see sea lions, reef fish, rays, and sometimes penguins.

Begin the day at Vicente Roca Point on Isabela Island.

This area is known for dramatic cliffs and rich marine life. A panga ride or snorkeling activity may reveal sea turtles, rays, penguins, and many seabirds.

In the afternoon, visit Espinoza Point on Fernandina Island, one of the most untouched places in Galápagos. Walk among large colonies of marine iguanas and look for flightless cormorants, sea lions, and lava cactus.

Today you continue exploring Isabela Island.

At Moreno Point, walk across black lava fields and discover peaceful lagoons where flamingos and other birds may be seen. The landscape feels wild and full of contrast.

Later, visit Elizabeth Bay, a beautiful mangrove area explored by panga. Keep watch for sea turtles, rays, penguins, and birds resting among the mangroves.

Start the day at Urbina Bay, a unique coastal area known for its uplifted coral reef and rich wildlife.

As you walk along the trail, you may see land iguanas, giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and colorful birds.

In the afternoon, visit Tagus Cove, a historic anchorage once used by pirates and whalers. Hike to a viewpoint over Darwin Lake or explore the cliffs by panga or snorkeling.

Today you’ll discover two beautiful sites on Santiago Island.

At Espumilla Beach, enjoy a peaceful walk along the coast, where sea turtles often nest and seabirds fly overhead.

Later, visit Buccaneer Cove, once used by pirates and sailors. Its cliffs, sea caves, and rock formations make it a striking place for a panga ride, kayaking, or snorkeling.

Visit North Seymour Island, one of the best places in Galápagos for wildlife.

Walk along the trail and look for blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, land iguanas, and sea lions. It’s a wonderful island for photography and close wildlife encounters.

In the afternoon, explore Mosquera Islet, a small sandy island with clear waters and sea lion colonies. It’s a calm and beautiful final afternoon in the islands.

Your final visit is the Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz Island.

Here, learn about Galápagos conservation and see giant tortoises at different stages of life. It’s a meaningful way to end your journey.

After the visit, transfer to Baltra Airport for your departure flight.