Eastern and Southern Islands (B)
6 Days - Ocean Spray
World Cruise Awards Winner “Latin America’s Best Cruise Line 2024”
The classic Catamaran Ocean Spray offers the exceptional performance and comfort in the Galapagos cruising. The elegant design includes an ample shaded sundeck with Jacuzzi and sun chairs to give our guests the opportunity to relax themselves while they are on board. The spacious cabins each with a private balcony, her speed, comfort, top guides and itinerary will make Ocean Spray perfect for your luxury Galapagos cruise. Kayaks and paddleboards are also available for use. Cruise itineraries on the Ocean Spray range from a 3-night experience to a 14-night cruise where you will thoroughly explore the Galapagos from end-to-end.
from NZD $11054 $9949pp
Book by 31st Dec 2024
Book by 31st Dec 2024
Home » 6 Day Ocean Spray: Eastern and Southern Islands (B)
Itinerary Highlights
- This white sandy beach is home to a large colony of sea lions and incredibly blue and turquoise waters.
- Kicker rock is one of the most extraordinary sites in the Galapagos Islands, made of two eroded volcanic cones that tower over the sea at about 104 meters in the middle of the open water.
- When arriving at Pitt Point, it will feel as if you’ve landed on an extraterrestrial planet. You can see the many different developments over time of how volcanic activity formed this island.
Itinerary in Brief:
- Day 1: Baltra Airport - Santa Fe
- Day 2: Suarez Point - Gardner Bay / Osborn Islet
- Day 3: Interpretation Center and Galapaguera - Lobos Island and Kicker Rock
- Day 4: Pitt Point - Witch Hill
- Day 5: Post Office Bay - Cormorant Point and Devil’s Crown
- Day 6: Black Turtle Cove - Baltra airport
Day 1: Baltra Airport - Santa Fe
AM: Upon arrival, reception and assistance at the airport, transfer from Baltra Airport to the M/C Ocean Spray.
PM: Santa Fe Island
Santa Fe is home to the endemic Santa Fe iguana. The island was created by a volcanic uplift that now hosts a forest of Opuntia and Palo Santo trees. It is a picturesque island with two different trails, one leading to a scenic viewpoint and the other leading to a small beach. Giant tortoises were once native here but went extinct after pirates and sailors took them aboard as a source of food.
Day 2: Suarez Point - Gardner Bay / Osborn Islet
AM: Española - Suarez Point
This is a phenomenal site where you will get to see many of Española Island's endemic species. The trail will pass by the only Waved Albatross breeding site in all of Galapagos. If you are lucky you might see a young albatross take off for its first flight for up to five years at sea. Older birds stay at sea for months at a time, only coming back to breed. They have the same mate for life and will meet each other each year, only here to reproduce. Other species that can be seen are marine iguanas that stay brightly colored year-round, Galapagos doves, Nazca boobies, blue-footed boobies, swallow-tailed gulls, red-billed tropic birds, and Darwin finches.
PM: Española - Gardner Bay / Osborn Islet
This white sandy beach is home to a large colony of sea lions and incredibly blue and turquoise waters. Three different finches can be seen, as well as the Española mockingbird. Over time, the mockingbird must have been offered water or food from tourists and now they have no fear of walking on your things or landing very close to you. It is so important not to feed or touch the animals. It can disrupt their normal behaviors and threaten their future.
Day 3: Interpretation Center and Galapaguera - Lobos Island and Kicker Rock
AM: San Cristobal - Interpretation Center and Galapaguera
The Interpretation Center has been open to the public since 1998, offering extensive knowledge about the history of Galapagos. San Cristobal is also the island where Charles Darwin first landed on. It is now home to the capital of Galapagos and houses many government offices, as well as part of the Ecuadorian Navy. Giant tortoises are bred at the Galapaguera and roam in a semi-natural habitat created by the center.
PM: San Cristobal - Lobos Island/Kicker Rock
Lobos Island is aptly named after the many sea lions that reside here resting and playing along the rocky shores. It is also home to many different birds like pelicans, frigate birds and their nests, yellow warblers and more. Within the small channel the waters are very clear, making it easy to find sea turtles, sea lions, stingrays and perhaps even white-tipped sharks.
Kicker rock is one of the most extraordinary sites in the Galapagos Islands, made of two eroded volcanic cones that tower over the sea at about 104 meters in the middle of the open water. It is a nesting place of sea birds and a nice spot to take pictures while the vessels circumnavigate around the rock.
Day 4: Pitt Point - Witch Hill
AM: San Cristobal - Pitt Point
When arriving at Pitt Point, it will feel as if you’ve landed on an extraterrestrial planet. You can see the many different developments over time of how volcanic activity formed this island. A hike up to the top beholds amazing views of the surrounding waters. Watch out for blue-footed boobie nests on the ground and keep an eye out for the red-footed boobies nesting in the trees once you reach the top of the island.
PM: San Cristobal - Witch Hill
Witch hill has awesome crevices and eroding rocks along the shoreline where you will first pass in panga. Afterwards be prepared to visit a powdery white sand beach with teal and turquoise waters.
Day 5: Post Office Bay - Cormorant Point and Devil’s Crown
AM: Floreana - Post Office Bay
Ask the Cruise Manager for one of our complimentary postcards to write a message and address it home. Leave it in the barrel used before by pirates and sailors. While your there, see if there are any other postcards you can take home with you to send for fellow travelers who have already left their messages!
PM: Floreana - Cormorant Point / Devil’s Crown
Cormorant is an interesting visitor site. Two beaches can be visited here, just beyond the first beach is a saltwater lagoon with flamingos. One of the beaches look green because of the olivine crystals, and the other is appropriately called Flour Beach because of the powdery white sand, made from fine, pulverized coral. Watch your feet if wading in the water, stingrays love to hang out here as well.
Devil’s Crown boasts one of the finest snorkeling opportunities. Below the surface are amazing volcanic structures that have submerged over time. Hundreds of colorful fish species can be seen along the reef, along with sharks, rays, sea turtles, sea lions, and rays. It’s a beautiful underwater spectacle that cannot be missed.
Day 6: Black Turtle Cove - Baltra airport
AM: Santa Cruz - Black Turtle Cove
Black Turtle Cove is located on the north side of Santa Cruz Island. This shallow inlet is surrounded by mangroves and provides a natural protection for a variety of marine life, attracting the vulnerable juveniles of many species. Below the surface of the water, you can see both black-tip and white-tip reef sharks, sea turtles, golden cow-nose rays, and spotted eagle rays. Pelicans and blue-footed boobies hunt here, diving gracefully into the water.
Depart from Baltra airport.
After this last visit, transfer to Baltra airport for your return flight to mainland Ecuador.
Assistance and farewell at the airport.
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02 Jan 2025 - 07 Jan 2025 | NZD $11054pp | ||
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27 Feb 2025 - 04 Mar 2025 | NZD $11054pp | ||
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27 Mar 2025 - 01 Apr 2025 | NZD $11054pp | ||
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24 Apr 2025 - 29 Apr 2025 | NZD $11054pp | ||
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22 May 2025 - 27 May 2025 | NZD $11054pp | ||
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19 Jun 2025 - 24 Jun 2025 | NZD $9949pp | 10% Off Family Special! | |
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17 Jul 2025 - 22 Jul 2025 | NZD $9949pp | 10% Off Family Special! | |
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14 Aug 2025 - 19 Aug 2025 | NZD $9949pp | 10% Off Family Special! | |
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09 Oct 2025 - 14 Oct 2025 | NZD $11054pp | Pay 5, Stay 6 Nights! | |
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06 Nov 2025 - 11 Nov 2025 | NZD $11054pp | Pay 5, Stay 6 Nights! | |
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04 Dec 2025 - 09 Dec 2025 | NZD $11054pp | Pay 5, Stay 6 Nights! | |
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**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Double or Twin suite
2 single beds or 1 king bed, private balcony, en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, hairdryer, safety deposit box, electrical outlets. vanity table and sitting area.
Single Cabin
18m², single bed, private balcony, en suite bathroom, air conditioning, hairdryer, safety deposit box, electrical outlets. vanity table and sitting area.
Ocean Spray Deckplan
Specifications
- Year Of Construction: November 2011
- Type: Power Motor Catamaran
- Length: 113ft / 34mts
- Beam: 43ft / 13mts
- Draft: 4ft / 1mts
- Gross tonnage: 170 tons
- Capacity: 16 passengers
- Cabins: 9
- Social Areas: Dining room, sun deck, library
- Main engines: MTU-DDC Series 60
- Generators: John Deere 4.5 lt
- Max speed: 15 knots
- Electricity: 110 volts AC / 60 Hz
- Exterior: GFRP (fibre reinforced polymer)
- Machinery: John Deere 4045TFM50 / 400HP @ 1800 RPM
- Life Rafts: 2 x 20-man life crafts
- Crew: 11
- Naturalist Guide(s): 1
- Snorkel Equipment Included
- Wetsuit Rental Included
- Kayak Rental Included
Whats included?
- Transfers airport/yacht/airport in Galapagos
- Airport reception and assistance
- Double accommodation
- Guided expeditions according to the itinerary
- Top bilingual National Park guide (English / Spanish)
- Cruise Service Officer
- Activity daily briefing
- All meals and snacks
- Soft drinks and juices
- Captain’s welcome and farewell cocktail
- Expedition gear
- Yoga mats
- Kettlebells and dumbbells
- Stargazing laser pointer
What’s not included?
- Round trip to Galapagos
- Galápagos National Park fee: US$200 per person
- Transit control card: US$20 per person
- Alcoholic and bottled beverages
- Gratuities for guide and crew
- Travel and health insurance
- Micro SD Card