Day 1: Arrive Baltra Island - Chinese Hat

Assistance at the airport by our representative for your Galapagos flight. You will arrive at Baltra Island in the morning. After passing through immigration and baggage claim you will be met by Ocean Spray staff 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.

The afternoon visit, will include a visit to Chinese Hat Island named due to its distinctive natural shape. You will trek 400 meters starting at the beach rising up to 160 feet exploring the different volcanic remnants and rare plant life along with amazing views. You can choose to snorkel among White-Tipped Reef Sharks and various tropical fish.

Day 2: Isabela & Fernandina Islands

The morning visit is to Vicente Roca Point. Comprised of two separate coves, this site is a large bay with spectacular sea life. Keep an eye out for seahorses, sea turtles, and the strange yet fascinating Mola-mola (or sunfish).

Crossing the Bolivar Channel that divides Isabela and Fernandina Islands we will land at Espinosa Point, and after walking past a colony of marine iguanas and a group of sea lions, reach the island´s highlight: the Flightless Cormorant nesting site. This area provides a great opportunity to see the Galapagos Hawk.

Day 3: Isabela Island

The morning visit, including Tagus Cove’s ‘cliff-side gallery,’ provides a clear view of pirate graffiti dating back to 1836. The contrast between vandalism and the pristine environment is thought provoking. Up the (1.2 mi / 2 km) hike through lava formations, we will see stunning views of the surrounding slopes and volcanoes, making our way to Darwin Lake. This salt-water crater-lake may have been filled with a tidal wave brought on by a volcanic eruption.

In the afternoon, we will land at Urbina Bay which presents some fascinating geological formations. In 1954, an uplift from the sea formed the bay; which has been characterized by the resulting terrestrial coral reef ever since. Expect to see stingrays and sea turtles swimming near the surface of the water, along with Flightless Cormorants, pelicans, and marine iguanas. You will be dazzled by the breathtaking view of the Alcedo Volcano.

Day 4: Isabela Island

The morning visit will take us to Elizabeth Bay, a secluded space lacking any landing sites. We will take a traditional ‘panga’ ride, passing the red mangroves and amongst the wildlife of the lively bay. Elizabeth is known for its marine life; you will probably see sea turtles and rays skimming the surface of the water. You may also see the Brown Pelicans diving for fish, penguins, Blue-footed Boobies & possibly spot humpback whales.

In the afternoon we will visit Moreno Point, located south west of Elizabeth Bay. Here, a dry landing onto what was once flowing lava is possible. The lava has left craters in its wake, which formed crystal tide pools. By looking into the pools, you can peer into another world, as the marine life drifts by your window. In the brackish pools of this area, you may see pink flamingos, White-Cheeked Pintails, and Common Gallinules. If you look carefully into the pools you may see whitetip reef sharks and some sea turtles.

Day 5: Santa Cruz

Morning visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station which is home to turtles ranging from 3-inches to 4-feet long. Sub-species of turtles interact with one another and many of the older turtles are accustomed to humans. The babies are kept until they are about four years old and strong enough to survive on their own.

Today we visit the Highlands, you can walk along a path, observing the hills, ferns, volcanoes, and rich wildlife. This area is home to giant tortoises, forest, mockingbirds, Bahama ducklings, White-cheeked Pintail ducklings, Darwin finches, and many other species.

Day 6: South Plaza Island

In the morning we will head to South Plaza Island. This small island with steep cliffs was formed by rising lava and is now covered by Opuntia cacti. It is also home to one of the largest sea lion colonies as well as colourful yellow and red land iguanas. The most characteristic plant is the Sesuvium. During the rainy season its colour is a greenish to yellowish tone and in the dry season (end of June through January) a bright red.

After this final visit, you will be transferred to Baltra Island´s airport in time to catch your flight back to the mainland.

• On-board accommodation
• Transfers
• One complimentary hotel night 
• Activities as specified
• Use of kayaks and snorkelling equipment
• Non-alcoholic beverages 
• All meals during the voyage

• International and internal airfares 
• Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable 
• Seasonal surcharges*
• Galapagos Park entrance fee US$100
• Transit control card US$20
• Travel insurance 
• Gratuities
• Any items not mentioned as included

Surcharges*

Please note that there will be a surcharge applied to peak season periods: Christmas, New Year, Easter and Spring Break. Contact us for more information on pricing details.