ECOGALAXY ITINERARY

THURSDAY: BALTRA ISLAND - SANTA CRUZ ISLAND: BACHAS BEACH
☑ Arrival Baltra airport
☑ Assitance and transfer IN.
☑ Welcome onboard EcoGalaxy Catamaran.
☑ Welcome drink and lunch.
➤ PM - BACHAS BEACH: This beautiful beach is located in the northern part of Santa Cruz Island; the beach is one km long. The site was 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”. (-/L/D)

FRIDAY: SANTIAGO ISLAND & BARTOLOME ISLANDS.
➤ AM - SULLIVAN BAY: wet landing and hiking. Description of the place: all roads and the island are composed of lava flows that are still virtually without erosion, covering an extensive area, including lava pahoehoe or cords, hornitos, and mollugo, which grows in the lava. Lava Colonizers. Snacks and refreshing beverages await you. Lunch

➤ PM - BARTOLOME ISLAND: Dry landing, wet landing for the beach. Activities on this island include: walking, swimming, snorkeling and photography. We will follow a path to the top (114m) where we can observe pioneering plants, such as tiquilia, chamaesyce, and scalesia. The island has been formed by cones, and lava pipes where lava once flowed. Following the wet landing at the beach, we will take a path through mangrove swamps and sand dune vegetation, to the south beach. At the north beach, guests can enjoy swimming and snorkeling. From the top of Bartolome, we will be able to see the islands of Santiago, Rabida and Isabela. We will see penguins in the Rock Pinnacle. Dinner (B/L/D)

SATURDAY: SANTA CRUZ ISLAND: HIGHLANDS & CHARLES DARWIN STATION
➤ AM - HIGHLANDS OF SANTA CRUZ: our first visit is to the HIGHLANDS OF SANTA CRUZ, where we go trekking and we will see the giant tortoises in their natural habitat; this is a natural spectacle. For this visit, we recommend using athletic shoes, long pants, raincoat, hat and sun block. Lunch.

➤ PM - Charles Darwin Station: located in the main port on Santa Cruz Island; we will take a private bus to the entrance of the breeding center where we will see tortoises and land iguanas in captivity. This center is the main breeding site on the islands. Animals that were in danger of extinction on various islands are maintained here in captivity. Thanks to the dedicated work of several institutions, some species are being saved. This is where Lonesome George lived, the famous last survivor of the species of giant tortoise found on Pinta Island. Dinner. (B/L/D)

SUNDAY: FLOREANA ISLAND
➤ AM - PUNTA CORMORANT: wet landing, snorkeling and short trek. This point is located on western Floreana Island, and it is famous for its dark green beach (due to the large quantity of olivine crystals) You can see many marine invertebrates here, as well as sea lions, sea iguanas, frigate birds and pelicans.

➤ PM - DEVIL´S CROWN: Activities here include: panga ride and optional swimming. Enjoy a panga ride around a small island, a satellite islet of Floreana Island. Here, we will find a group of rocks that resemble a crown due to the constant erosion caused by the sea. It is one of the better places to snorkel (shallow diving) in and around the crown. Excellent visibility allows guests to admire a great variety of fish and sea animals. Lunch.

➤ POST OFFICE (Mail Bay): Wet landing. Activities: short walk, swimming, snorkeling, explanation of the mail system. Description: Mail Bay is located on the north side of Floreana Island. Captain James Colnett installed an empty barrel to be used as a post office for the whaling fleets that stopped at the Galapagos Islands. You can leave postcards to your friends and relatives here and/or pick up mail to deliver. Back at the ship, delicious snacks and beverages await (B/L/D)

MONDAY: ESPAÑOLA ISLAND
The Suarez Point itinerary has been changed since September 20, 2023, due to a contingency conservation plan for the species on this island. By the authorization of the Galapagos National Park, only a 360-degree panga tour around the island will be allowed. This itinerary will return to normal once the Galapagos National Park deems it optimal for welcoming guests again.
This is one of the most astonishing tours you can take in the Galapagos Islands on a panga. From the moment you arrive, the sheer amount and diversity of wildlife will immediately awe you. Sea lions and marine iguanas will be the first to welcome us, followed by large colonies of seabirds, including Nazca boobies, blue-footed boobies, gulls, and tropical birds. We’ll have the chance to observe a Galapagos albatross colony (from April to January) - the archipelago’s largest bird and one of the most intriguing due to its powerful flight and intricate courtship rituals. The Galapagos albatross only nests on Española, making this the only spot to see them up close.

TUESDAY: SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND: INTERPRETATION CENTER – TRANSFER OUT
➤AM - INTERPRETATION CENTER: Dry landing. This center is located in the main port. After breakfast, our first visit is to the Interpretation Center of San Cristobal. This modern and sophisticated architectural space was designed for the natural interpretation of the Galapagos. You will learn about the volcanic formation of the islands, evolution of species, the history of human settlement, and complex systems and management models. Transfer out. (B/-/-)

B= Breakfast
L = Lunch
D = Dinner

** This itinerary is subject to change without notice; due to seasonal changes, weather conditions or Galapagos National Park regulations. **