Western, Central and Eastern Islands
5 Days - Calipso
Visit a range of Galapagos Islands including San Cristobal, Bartholomew, Santiago, Fernandina, Isabela and North Seymour aboard Calipso.
from NZD $7491 $3746pp
Subject to availability
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Itinerary Highlights:
- Visit Witch Hill and observe the unique wildlife including booby birds, tropical fish and sea turtles.
- Visit the famous Pinnacle Rock on Bartholomew Island
- Discover the flightless cormorant nesting site and spot the Galapagos hawk at Espinoza Point
- Snorkel with penguins at Tagus Cove
- Spot land iguanas and giant tortoises at Urbina Bay
Itinerary Brief:
- Day 1: San Cristobal Island
- Day 2: Bartholomew Island: Bartholomew - Santiago Island: Egas Port
- Day 3: Fernandina Island & Isabela Island
- Day 4: Isabela Island
- Day 5: North Seymour Island
Day 1: San Cristobel Island
After a morning arrival at San Cristobal Airport, you will then be transferred to the boat. In the afternoon you will visit Witch Hill situated on the northern coast. This eroded hill and white sand creates one of the most picturesque beaches in the Galapagos, home to an abundance of animals including sea turtles, rays and booby birds. This provides the perfect opportunity for swimming and snorkelling.
Day 2: Bartholomew Island: Bartholomew - Santiago Island: Egas Port
You will head to Bartholomew Island where the famous Pinnacle Rock is found. Bartholomew consists of an extinct volcano with a variety of red, orange, black and even green volcanic formations. We will take a trail of stairs to the summit of the volcano (about 30 or 40 minutes) where you will enjoy one of the best views of the islands! You will also visit a small, beautiful beach surrounded by the only vegetation found on this barren island. The beach is perfect for snorkeling where you may even see and swim with Galapagos penguins.
Egas Port, also known as James Bay, on Santiago Island is home to the curious Galapagos hawks and quick-footed Galapagos lava lizards. The trail leads to the coastline with gorgeous tide pools and grottos full of fauna. Here the Galapagos furseals bathe in the sun. This is also a great snorkeling site.
Day 3: Fernandina Island & Isabela Island
Arrive in the morning at one of the most pristine island ecosystems, Espinoza Point. As no foreign species have invaded Fernandina Island, it is a great opportunity to see the flightless cormorant nesting site and the Galapagos hawk. The area also features an active volcano "La Cumbre" with lava fields reaching the ocean.
In the afternoon visit Tagus Cove on Isabela Island, to explore winding trails by Lake Darwin revealing extraordinary views. Hike around the cove to view the Darwin Volcano and for possible sightings of penguins and flightless cormorants, and head north to Punta Tortuga, a beach surrounded by mangroves.
Day 4: Urban Bay & Moreno Point (Isabela)
Located at the base of Alcedo Volcano between Tagus Cove and Elizabeth Bay, Urbina Bay is a great place to snorkel to see the coral reef, giant tortoises, tropical fish and rays. The area also features the biggest land iguanas in the Galapagos and two hiking trails.
Moreno Point is the perfect place for avid birdwatchers, with dinghy rides or hikes providing ample opportunity to view pink flamingos, gallinules and pintail ducks. Green sea turtles or white-tip sharks can also be spotted by hiking through the lava rocks leading to the tide pools.
Day 5: North Seymour Island
In the morning see Galapagos sea lions, blue-footed boobies and frigatebirds on North Seymour Island. The island is characterised by its arid vegetation, and snorkelling or dinghy rides offer possible sightings of reef sharks, fish and garden eels.
From here, transfer to the Baltra Airport for departure.
Dates | Cabin | From | Special Offer |
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14 Nov 2024 - 18 Nov 2024 | NZD $7491pp | ||
Standard Twin Cabin | NZD $7491pp | Contact us | |
12 Dec 2024 - 16 Dec 2024 | NZD $3746pp | 2x1 | |
Standard Twin Cabin | NZD $3746pp | 2x1 | |
23 Jan 2025 - 27 Jan 2025 | NZD $5767pp | Save up to NZ$1724 | |
Standard Twin Cabin | NZD $5767pp | Save up to NZ$1724 | |
20 Feb 2025 - 24 Feb 2025 | NZD $7491pp | ||
Standard Twin Cabin | NZD $7491pp | Contact us | |
06 Mar 2025 - 10 Mar 2025 | NZD $7491pp | ||
Standard Twin Cabin | NZD $7491pp | Contact us | |
20 Mar 2025 - 24 Mar 2025 | NZD $7491pp | ||
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03 Apr 2025 - 07 Apr 2025 | NZD $7491pp | ||
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17 Apr 2025 - 21 Apr 2025 | NZD $5767pp | Save up to NZ$1724 | |
Standard Twin Cabin | NZD $5767pp | Save up to NZ$1724 | |
01 May 2025 - 05 May 2025 | NZD $7491pp | ||
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15 May 2025 - 19 May 2025 | NZD $7491pp | ||
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12 Jun 2025 - 16 Jun 2025 | NZD $7491pp | ||
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26 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 | NZD $7491pp | ||
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10 Jul 2025 - 14 Jul 2025 | NZD $7491pp | ||
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07 Aug 2025 - 11 Aug 2025 | NZD $7491pp | ||
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21 Aug 2025 - 25 Aug 2025 | NZD $7491pp | ||
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16 Oct 2025 - 20 Oct 2025 | NZD $7491pp | ||
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30 Oct 2025 - 03 Nov 2025 | NZD $7491pp | ||
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11 Dec 2025 - 15 Dec 2025 | NZD $7491pp | ||
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Alternative itinerary options:
- 4 Day Calipso: Central and Eastern Islands
- 8 Day Calipso: Naturalist Cruise (A)
- 8 Day Calipso: Galapagos Island Diving Cruise (B)
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Standard Twin Cabin
13.5 m2, twin or double bed, private bathroom, hot water, air conditioning
Calipso Deckplan
Specifications
- Year of construction: 1991, rebuild 2019
- Type: Motor Yacht
- Length: 115 ft (35 m)
- Beam: 24 ft (7.3m)
- Electricity: 110 & 220 V
- Draft: 6.2 ft (1.9 m)
- Capacity: 16 passengers
- Accommodation: Main Deck:
2 Cabins (Twin beds) 140 ft²/13.5 m², dining room, bar, social area
Upper Deck:
2 Cabins (Twin beds) 120 ft²/11.2 m², 4 Cabins (Twin beds) 130 ft²/12.2 m²
Sun Deck:
Jacuzzi, al fresco dining and social area
Lower Deck:
2 Cabins 120 ft²/11.3 m²
*All cabins with private bathrooms, hot water and air-conditioning / All cabins can be converted into matrimonials, except on the ones located in the lower deck
- Main engines: Cummins NTA855-M @400hp (x2)
- Generators: Cummins 6B-CP 99 kW (x2)
- Cruising speed: 12 knots
- Exterior: Naval steel and fiber glass
- Water capacity: 5,000 gls.
- Crew: 10 Crew members + 1 Guide
- Safety & Navigation: • First Aid, Oxygen and AED
• Life Jackets and Life Rafts
• Nautilus Lifelines, dive alerts
• Radar and sonnar
• VHF Radio
• Antenna GPS
• Searchlight and Horn
• Bilge pump alarm
• Fire Alarm System and Extinguishers
• Smoke and temperature detectors
• CO2 reserve (150 Kg)
Whats included?
- All meals and excursions
- Transfers in the islands
- Bilingual National Park Guide
- Use of snorkelling equipment/Wetsuit
What’s not included?
- Roundtrip Airfare to/from Galapagos
- Alcoholic drinks
- Galápagos National Park fee: US$200 per person
- Transit control card: US$20 per person
- Nitrox ($150)
- Dive equipment
- Travel / medical insurance
- Tips
- Personal Expenses