Western, Central and Eastern Islands

Day 1: San Cristobel Island

After a morning arrival at San Cristobal Airport, you will then be transferred to the boat. In the afternoon you will visit Witch Hill situated on the northern coast. This eroded hill and white sand creates one of the most picturesque beaches in the Galapagos, home to an abundance of animals including sea turtles, rays and booby birds. This provides the perfect opportunity for swimming and snorkelling.

Day 2: Bartholomew Island: Bartholomew - Santiago Island: Egas Port

You will head to Bartholomew Island where the famous Pinnacle Rock is found. Bartholomew consists of an extinct volcano with a variety of red, orange, black and even green volcanic formations. We will take a trail of stairs to the summit of the volcano (about 30 or 40 minutes) where you will enjoy one of the best views of the islands! You will also visit a small, beautiful beach surrounded by the only vegetation found on this barren island. The beach is perfect for snorkeling where you may even see and swim with Galapagos penguins.

Egas Port, also known as James Bay, on Santiago Island is home to the curious Galapagos hawks and quick-footed Galapagos lava lizards. The trail leads to the coastline with gorgeous tide pools and grottos full of fauna. Here the Galapagos furseals bathe in the sun. This is also a great snorkeling site.

Day 3: Fernandina Island & Isabela Island

Arrive in the morning at one of the most pristine island ecosystems, Espinoza Point. As no foreign species have invaded Fernandina Island, it is a great opportunity to see the flightless cormorant nesting site and the Galapagos hawk. The area also features an active volcano "La Cumbre" with lava fields reaching the ocean.

In the afternoon visit Tagus Cove on Isabela Island, to explore winding trails by Lake Darwin revealing extraordinary views. Hike around the cove to view the Darwin Volcano and for possible sightings of penguins and flightless cormorants, and head north to Punta Tortuga, a beach surrounded by mangroves.

Day 4: Urban Bay & Moreno Point (Isabela)

Located at the base of Alcedo Volcano between Tagus Cove and Elizabeth Bay, Urbina Bay is a great place to snorkel to see the coral reef, giant tortoises, tropical fish and rays. The area also features the biggest land iguanas in the Galapagos and two hiking trails.

Moreno Point is the perfect place for avid birdwatchers, with dinghy rides or hikes providing ample opportunity to view pink flamingos, gallinules and pintail ducks. Green sea turtles or white-tip sharks can also be spotted by hiking through the lava rocks leading to the tide pools.

Day 5: North Seymour Island

In the morning see Galapagos sea lions, blue-footed boobies and frigatebirds on North Seymour Island. The island is characterised by its arid vegetation, and snorkelling or dinghy rides offer possible sightings of reef sharks, fish and garden eels.

From here, transfer to the Baltra Airport for departure.

• All meals and excursions
• Transfers in the islands
• Bilingual National Park Guide
• Use of snorkelling equipment/Wetsuit

• Roundtrip Airfare to/from Galapagos
• Alcoholic drinks
• Galápagos National Park fee: US$200 per person
• Transit control card: US$20 per person
• Nitrox ($150)
• Dive equipment
• Travel / medical insurance
• Tips
• Personal Expenses