Our 3 nights route cruises along 3 of the 4 inhabited islands of the archipelago, featuring their intriguing colonization history: San Cristobal, Floreana and Santa Cruz. But we will also land at two untouched islands: the extraordinary crown-jewel of Santa Fe and the popular, really not to be missed highlight South Plaza (both with land iguanas and giant cactus trees).
Galapagos
Eastern and Central Galapagos Islands (A4)
4 Days aboard Archipel I. From NZD $3,769pp.
Details
Overview
Itinerary Highlights
- Snorkelling with sea lions and colourful reef fish (Champion Islet)
- Breeding programs of emblematic Galapagos giant tortoises
- Crown jewel Santa Fé with mainly endemic species
- Not to be missed highlight South Plaza (land iguanas & giant cactus forest)
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Arrive San Cristobal Airport - Interpretation Centre and Frigatebird Hill
- Day 2: Santa Fe - South Plaza
- Day 3: North Seymour - Chinese Hat
- Day 4: Twin Craters - El Chato Reserve - Transfer out to Baltra Airport
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Day 1: Arrive San Cristobal Airport - Interpretation Centre and Frigatebird Hill
AM: Arrival at San Cristobal Airport
Arrival at San Cristobal Airport and transfer in. You will have to pay your Galapagos National Park entrance fee and your luggage will be inspected.
PM: Interpretation Centre and Frigatebird Hill
The Interpretation Centre gives a perfect explanation of this unique archipelago. Its exhibition helps you learn what makes this archipelago so unique. Information panels, pictures, documents, maquettes, and dioramas tell background and conservation stories about the islands.
Day 2: Santa Fe - South Plaza
AM: Santa Fe
Santa Fe is home to a number of endemic species like the Galapagos Hawk, Galapagos snake, Galapagos mockingbird, rice rats and one of the two species of lands iguanas of the islands.
PM: South Plaza
Despite its small size, some of the most interesting and outstanding species of the Galapagos are found here. There are several hybrid iguanas- a result of crossing a male marine iguana and a female land iguana.
Day 3: North Seymour - Chinese Hat
AM: North Seymour
North Seymour is another highlight of your cruise. In the archipelago’s most extensive seabird breeding colony you can walk just a short distance from frigatebirds and blue-footed boobies.
PM: Chinese Hat
Though recently born out of the fire the volcanic islet Chinese Hat does not appear to be any more inhospitable than Bartolome and lunatic Sullivan Bay. This tiny, rusty-coloured islet just begins to sprout. You arrive just in time to witness the next chapter about colonisation by pioneers!
Day 4: Twin Craters - El Chato Reserve - Transfer out to Baltra Airport
AM: Twin Craters - El Chato Reserve
El Chato Reserve is a protected area and official part of the Galapagos National Park. It extends from Cerro El Chato as far down as the southwestern coast of Santa Cruz Island, where females lay their eggs.
Transfer out to Baltra Airport
Assisted by the naturalist guide and some crew members, the dinghy will bring you and your luggage to Baltra, where we will take the airport shuttle. Your guide will accompany you to the check-in counters in the departure hall.
We expect you to return home with stunning pictures and unforgettable lifelong memories!
Next Departure Date: 27 Jan 2025
| Dates | Cabin | From | Special Offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Jan 2025 - 30 Jan 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| Ocean View Cabin | NZD$3769pp | Contact us | |
| 10 Feb 2025 - 13 Feb 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 24 Feb 2025 - 27 Feb 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 10 Mar 2025 - 13 Mar 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 24 Mar 2025 - 27 Mar 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 07 Apr 2025 - 10 Apr 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 21 Apr 2025 - 24 Apr 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 05 May 2025 - 08 May 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 19 May 2025 - 22 May 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 02 Jun 2025 - 05 Jun 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 16 Jun 2025 - 19 Jun 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 30 Jun 2025 - 03 Jul 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 28 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 06 Oct 2025 - 09 Oct 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 03 Nov 2025 - 06 Nov 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 17 Nov 2025 - 20 Nov 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 01 Dec 2025 - 04 Dec 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 15 Dec 2025 - 18 Dec 2025 | NZD$3769pp | ||
| 29 Dec 2025 - 01 Jan 2026 | NZD$4333pp |
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Ocean View Cabin
2 cabins with queen bed and 6 cabins with 2 single beds, two sea-view windows, private bathroom, closet & air conditioning.
Archipel I Deckplan
Specifications
- Year Of Construction: 2005
- Category: Tourist Superior
- Passengers: 16
- Cabins: 8
- Social Areas: Comfortable dining room, bar and lounge, library
- Length: 27m
- Beam: 11m
- Electric Power: 110v and 220v
- Machinery: 2 Cummins IMO 240 hp each one
- Speed (knots): 10 knots
- Crew: 9
- Naturalist Guide(s): 1
Whats included?
- On-board accommodation
- Transfers in Galapagos
- Tours led by English-speaking Guide
- Activities as specified
- All meals during the voyage
- Use of snorkelling equipment
What’s not included?
- International and internal airfares
- Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable
- Travel insurance
- Galápagos National Park fee: US$200 per person
- Transit control card: US$20 per person
- Gratuities
- Any items not mentioned as included
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.
Take advantage of our team’s expertise and let us help you plan the perfect holiday—hassle-free!
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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