On your 6 day trip to the Western Galapagos Islands you will encounter magnificent Galapagos wildlife and stunning scenery. The cruise offers a variety of activities across the various islands, including hiking, snorkelling, paddle boarding and kayaking. Keep an eye out for seahorses, sea turtles, sea lions, red-footed boobies and giant tortoises on this once in a lifetime adventure.
Galapagos
The Unforgettable Journey Among Land Giants and Marine Marvels (Itinerary B)
6 Days aboard M/C Alya. From NZD $9,630pp.
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Itinerary Highlights:
- See the beautiful Bachas Beach at Santa Cruz.
- Encounter magnificent wildlife including tropical birds and a variety of marine animals.
- Hike through the highlands of Santa Cruz, witnessing giant tortoises in their natural habitat.
Itinerary in Brief:
- Day 1: Santa Cruz: Highland
- Day 2: Isabela: Moreno Point and Elizabeth Bay
- Day 3: Isabela: Urbina Bay / Fernandina: Espinoza Point
- Day 4: Isabela - Tagus Cove and Vicente Roca Point
- Day 5: Santiago: Espumilla Beach and Egas Port
- Day 6: Santa Cruz: Bachas
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Day 1: Santa Cruz: Highland
Welcome on board the Alya Catamaran! After lunch our first stop will be to visit the highlands of Santa Cruz, where we will hike and encounter giant tortoises in their natural habitat. For this visit we recommend to use sport shoes, long pants, raincoat, hat and sun block.
Day 2: Isabela: Moreno Point and Elizabeth Bay
Head to Moreno Point, located on the north coast of Isabela Island between Sierra Negra and Cerro Azul Volcanoes. The main attractions at Punta Moreno are coastal lagoons amid black lava flows where there are several species of birds. It has a panoramic view of the three most active volcanoes in the Galapagos: the Sierra Negra, the Cerro Azul (Isabela Island) and La Cumbre (Fernandina Island).
In the afternoon, we will visit one of the island’s breeding sites for penguins. Located on the west coast of Isabela, Elizabeth Point is a marine visitor site. Here, visit Red Mangrove Cove, where brown pelicans, flightless cormorants, spotted eagle rays, golden rays and sea lions are often seen.
Day 3: Isabela: Urbina Bay / Fernandina: Espinoza Point
We will begin the day with a visit to Urbina Bay located at the base of Alcedo Volcano between Elizabeth Bay and Tagus Cove. Here we will hike a trail of around 3.20 Km; during which we can observe land iguanas, hawks, and tortoises. It is also possible to see red and blue lobsters.
After lunch we will depart for Fernandina, the third biggest island in the Galapagos with just one visiting site: Espinoza Point. This site is famous for the large colonies of marine iguanas and the home of the flightless cormorant, the Galapagos penguin, snakes, and more. From Espinoza Point, we can admire the beauty of Fernandina Island and its volcano which last erupted in May of 2005.
*Urbina Bay and Punta Espinoza land visit temporarily closed due to species conservation; only Kayaking, snorkeling and panga ride allowed.
Day 4: Isabela - Tagus Cove and Vicente Roca Point
Our first stop of the day will be at Tagus Cove located to the west of Darwin Volcano on Isabela Island. While walking, we will find several inscriptions (names of pirates) dating back to the 1800’s. From here, we can see Darwin Lake, a salt water lake with a depth of approximately 9 m. While it contains no fish, it is very common to see a variety of bird species. Later, we will head to Vicente Roca Point which is comprised of two separate coves. This site is a large bay with spectacular sea life, so keep an eye out for seahorses, sea turtles, and the strange yet fascinating Mola-mola (sunfish).
Day 5: Santiago: Espumilla Beach and Egas Port
We will visit Espumilla Beach, where the main attractions include Palo Santo Wood, the beach, and the stunning landscape. Here we will see plenty of tortoise, as they use this place for nesting. After, we will head to Egas Port, where we will find a beautiful black sand beach. To the south of the beach is the Pan de Azucar Volcano, whose volcanic deposits have contributed to the formation of the black sand beach.
Day 6: Santa Cruz: Bachas
In the morning we will visit Bachas Beach, named during WWII (World War II) when the American army left two barges on the beach. The early colonists couldn’t pronounce barges correctly, so they called the area “Bachas”.
Transfer to the airport in the afternoon for departure.
Next Departure Date: 20 Jan 2025
| Dates | Cabin | From | Special Offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Jan 2025 - 25 Jan 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| Standard Cabin | NZD$9630pp | Contact us | |
| 03 Mar 2025 - 08 Mar 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| 17 Mar 2025 - 22 Mar 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| 31 Mar 2025 - 05 Apr 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| 12 May 2025 - 17 May 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| 26 May 2025 - 31 May 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| 09 Jun 2025 - 14 Jun 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| 23 Jun 2025 - 28 Jun 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| 07 Jul 2025 - 12 Jul 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| 21 Jul 2025 - 26 Jul 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| 04 Aug 2025 - 09 Aug 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| 18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| 01 Sep 2025 - 06 Sep 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| 27 Oct 2025 - 01 Nov 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| 10 Nov 2025 - 15 Nov 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| 24 Nov 2025 - 29 Nov 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| 08 Dec 2025 - 13 Dec 2025 | NZD$9630pp | ||
| 22 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 2025 | NZD$14444pp |
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Standard Cabin
8 cabins located on the main deck or upper deck, 2 single beds or 1 double bed, private bathroom, air conditioning, hair dryer, telephone for internal communication & safety deposit box.
M/C Alya Deckplan
Specifications
- Year of construction: 2017
- Type: Luxury Motor Catamaran
- Length: 105 feet / 32 metres
- Beam: 43 feet / 13 metres
- Draft: 5.6 feet / 1.7 metres
- Cruising speed: 12 knots
- Passengers: 16
- Crew: 9 crew members + 1 cruise director + 1 bilingual guide
- Engines: 2 Cummins Motors 350 HP
- Water capacity: 2,500 gallons
- Diesel capacity: 2,500 gallons
- Electric power: 110V and 220V
- Decks: 2 (main and upper)
- Safety & navigation: Life vests, GPS, sonar, naval radars and fire detection and prevention systems (all equipment meets/exceeds the international safety standards)
Whats included?
- Airport assistance
- Transfers in Galapagos
- Accommodation in double cabin
- All meals during the cruise
- Naturalist Bilingual Guide
- All visits & excursions according to the itinerary
- Snorkel Gear (mask, tube and fins)
- Kayaks, paddle boards
- Unlimited purified water, coffee and tea
- Wetsuits, soft drinks, beach towels
What’s not included?
- Local flight to/from Galapagos
- Galápagos National Park fee: US$200 per person
- Transit control card: US$20 per person
- Alcoholic drinks
- Tips
- Local Taxes
- Travel Insurance
- Service do not specified
Notes
*Urbina Bay and Punta Espinoza land visit temporarily closed due to species conservation; only Kayaking, snorkeling and panga ride allowed.
- Christmas and New Year supplement 50%.
- We accept children from 6 years old.
- Single Supplement 50% from the rate.
- Rates are subject to change; we guarantee rate with previous deposit only.
Price Assurance
At Eclipse Travel, our expert destination knowledge and decades of travel planning experience come at no extra cost to you. While many think booking through a tour operator is more expensive than planning a trip independently, that’s not the case. We’re paid by our travel partners—such as hotels, activity operators, and cruise providers—via commissions, not by our clients.
Our team negotiates the best rates for you and ensures you receive unbiased advice, with no preference for any particular supplier. In fact, where we secure higher commissions, we often pass the savings on to you, giving us a competitive price edge.
Additionally, we lock in exchange rates at the time of your deposit, ensuring no surprise costs when it’s time for final payment. You can rest easy knowing we’ll handle the details with our suppliers. The only exceptions are national park fee increases or fuel surcharges imposed after your booking, though these are rare.
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Destination: Galapagos
This once in a lifetime destination is a nature lovers dream. Watch the famous Galapagos tortoises and blue footed boobies in the morning and snorkel with sea lions in the afternoon, then relax on your cruise to the next destination tomorrow!
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