Luxury Eastern Wildlife Journey

Arrive at Baltra Airport where you will be transferred to the vessel.

In the morning, you will visit the tortoise reserve of San Cristóbal Island for a special opportunity to view the islands' most famous reptile: the giant tortoise.

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In the morning, you will visit Santa Fé, walking into a giant Opuntia cactus grove where you’ll have the opportunity to see the endemic land iguanas. The land visit will be followed by snorkeling and/or kayaking.

In the afternoon, you will visit the South Plaza where you will see another species of Galapagos land iguana as well as cactus finches.

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In the morning, you will visit Darwin Beach which was formed by the rim of a sunken crater. Redman groves along the hiking trail provide habitat for Yellow Warblers, Yellow-crowned night herons, and pintail ducks.

In the afternoon, you will ride in a panga along the base of the eastern cliffs of Darwin Bay, you’ll scour the cliff crevices for all kinds of animal life. You’ll come to a rockfall that forms a natural staircase up the cliffs, known as Prince Phillip’s Steps.

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In the morning you will walk across Sullivan Bay, a recent lava flow, and view its beautiful structural characteristics. The colours and shapes of the lava are fantastic for photos.

In the afternoon, you will visit Bartolomé, arguably the most recognized land mark in Galapagos - Pinnacle Rock. Climbing up the 600m trail to the top of the island provides spectacular views of Pinnacle Rock, Santiago Island, and Daphne Major and Minor.

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In the morning, you’ll land at Rabida where wading birds and ghost crabs dot the sand. Behind the beach is a salt water lagoon. A short trail inland provides a chance to observe a variety of Galapagos bird species, as well as the occasional snake.

In the afternoon, you willl visit Sombrero Chino, taking a panga ride in search of wildlife. This is followed by a snorkel that often includes sharks, sea lions, penguins, and rays.

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In the morning, you will have breakfast on board Integrity and then disembark at Baltra Island.

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Take a look inside...

The main deck features a wide-screen media center hidden behind the painting of undersea life and is available for viewing your day's images as well as for your guide's informative presentations.

On the Sun Deck, there are large, comfortable dining tables where you can enjoy the open-air scenery and eat Ecuadorian shrimp, meat, chicken, and sometimes lobster, vegetable dishes, and salads.

The comfortable salon is bathed in natural light, perfect for reading or listening to lectures on Galápagos natural history, geology and tomorrow's encounters.

All suites and staterooms are on the main deck and are lower twin, queen or king-bedded. There is a 350 sq. ft. king-bedded owner’s suite and one single stateroom.

Bathroom facilities are en suite with a full-size shower, lavatory and toilet. A full size shower is complimented by Cedrela hardwood vanity with elegant porcelain sink and environmentally friendly soaps, shampoos and conditioners. A hairdryer is conveniently provided.

Each stateroom has large picture windows, individual climate control, satellite telephone, a stocked refrigerator, and an entertainment center with CD/DVD and LCD monitor.

There are six 150 sq. ft. double staterooms that can be configured with either two twin beds or one king bed. Each is decorated with original photos of Galápagos scenes.

At night, soft overhead lighting and individual reading lamps create a soothing ambiance.

There are six 150 sq. ft. double staterooms that can be configured with either two twin beds or one king bed. Each is decorated with original photos of Galápagos scenes.

At night, soft overhead lighting and individual reading lamps create a soothing ambiance.

Bathroom facilities are en suite with a full-size shower, lavatory and toilet. A full size shower is complimented by Cedrela hardwood vanity with elegant porcelain sink and environmentally friendly soaps, shampoos and conditioners. A hairdryer is conveniently provided.