North & Central Islands aboard the Eden (7 days from £2090)

See nature documentaries and animal biology textbooks come to life on this seven-day sailing trip around the Galápagos' north and central islands. On this unique territory, you'll spot some of the rarest, most treasured animal species on the globe. See red-footed boobies at El Barranco (one of two locations to spot the bird), snorkel around underwater craters to witness incredible marine life, and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station to spot giant Galápagos tortoises. Your journey is hosted aboard the latest addition to the our operator’s fleet— Eden — equipped with amenities that have your comfort and exploratory spirit in mind.

Itinerary

Day 1 Quito

Arrive at any time. Check into group hotel where tour services begin.

Day 2 Quito/Baltra Island

Take an early flight to the Galápagos Islands. Head to Bachas Beach to observe Sally Lightfoot crabs, sea lions, and the occasional flamingo.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 3 Genovesa Island

Visit Darwin Bay and marvel at the sheer number of birds along the many trails. Head to El Barranco in the afternoon to see the many types of boobies, including red-footed boobies.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 4 Bartolomé Island/Sullivan Bay

Visit Bartolomé for a guided tour to see the island's dramatic volcanic features. Continue to Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island to witness the giant lava formations contrasting the white-coral-sand beach.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 5 Black Turtle Cove/Cerro Dragón

Search for marine life in the mangroves at Black Turtle Cove by panga, after, spot a variety of birdlife at Cerro Dragón.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 6 Santa Cruz Island/Quito

Disembark in Puerto Ayora and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station to see the giant Galápagos tortoises. Fly back to Quito. Check into group hotel and enjoy final night.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 7 Quito

Tour services end. Depart at any time.

Meals included:

Breakfast

At a glance

Group size maximum: 16

Join/End: Quito

Meals: 6x breakfasts, 4x lunches, 4x dinners

Accommodation: 2x hotel, 4x ship (twin-share/twin-share bunks/double cabins)

Included: snorkelling equipment & wetsuits, activities mentioned in the itinerary, internal flights, national park guide

Not included: international flights, airport transfers, meals not specified in the itinerary, Ecuadorian transit control card $20, Galapagos Islands Park entry fee of $100