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Western Galapagos Explorer - 10 days
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Western Galapagos Explorer

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GALAPAGOS CRUISE: WEST & CENTRAL ISLANDS: Discover the beauty of the Galapagos on an 8-day cruise around Isabela and the western islands. Encounter sea lions basking in the sun in Elizabeth Bay, spot marine iguanas on Fernandina Island and find the renowned Galapagos Sea turtles off the coast of Bartolome Island. Enjoy scenic hikes to see volcanos and to marvel at the famous Pinnacle Rock. Starting and ending your adventure with a night in Ecuador's charming capital Quito.

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Tour overview

Duration10 days
StartsQuito
EndsQuito
RangeHandpicked
Tour GuideYes - naturalist guide in the Galapagos
Group SizeMin 8 / Max 16
Minimum age5 yrs, accompanied by an adult
DepartsThursdays
Hotel Rating3 star hotel & first class cruise
CountriesEcuador, Galapagos
Arrival TransferYes
Departure TransferNo
Meals includedBreakfast: 8, Lunch: 7, Dinner: 7
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Tour Highlights

The M/C Anahi - Spend 7 nights aboard this first-class catamaran with capacity for 16 passengers. Enjoy the jacuzzi with ocean view and soak up the sunshine on deck. Delight your palate with tasty local cuisine, relax at the bar as you cruise around the beautiful islands at sunset and enjoy comfortable nights in a spacious cabin
Explore unforgettable sites and observe incredible wildlife on daily excursions with expert guides. Go kayaking, enjoy panga rides and encounter penguins, turtles and fish as you snorkel and swim in the crystal-clear waters
Quito - Explore the UNESCO listed colonial city
Santa Cruz Island - Visit this favourite nesting site for sea turtles and home of the famous Charles Darwin Station with its turtle breeding centre
Isabela Island - Tour Las Tintoreras, hike to see Sierra Negra volcano, and trek Urbina Bay
Cerro Azul & Fernandina - Marvel at these towering volcanos
Punta Espinoza – Walk across the barren wilderness of dark lava
Rabida Island - Stroll along this islands red sand beaches
Sombrero Chino Islet - Admire the beautiful sunrise over the islands
Bartolome Island - Embark on a tour of the island and witness the famous Pinnacle Rock

Included

2 nights 3 star hotel in Quito, standard room including breakfast. Option to upgrade to a suite upon request.
8 day Galapagos Cruise - 7 nights onboard the M/C Anahi catamaran (First Class category) in a twin or double cabin, on the main deck with en suite and A/C. Option to upgrade to a suite upon request.
8 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 7 dinners
Quito airport arrival transfer on day 1 with an English speaking guide
Return flight between Quito and Baltra - Galapagos including airport and port transfers
Complementary soft drinks onboard (tea, coffee and water) plus welcome and farewell drinks
The services of 9 crew members and an experienced English speaking Naturalist guide
Two guided Galapagos excursions a day
Kayaking and snorkelling at the permitted points (wetsuits can be hired onboard for an additional fee)

Not Included

International flights and visas
Airport departure transfer on day 10
Tips for the crew, your guide and drivers.
Galapagos National Park entrance fee (US$200pp) and Migration Control Card (US$20pp). Subject to change