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North to East Luxury Loop

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  • Duration Icon

    Duration

    7 Nights

  • Ship Comfort

    Ship Comfort

    Luxury

  • Total Guests

    Total Guests

    16

  • Prices From

    Price From

    $9,990 per person


An exciting 8-day exploration of the Galapagos Islands, visiting both the Eastern and Western islands. Travel aboard the Endemic Catamaran, a luxury vessel designed for small-group expeditions, offering private balconies, panoramic island views, flexible bed options, social areas, and a private restroom with amenities.

  • Explore recent lava flows at Sullivan Bay and hike the Sierra Negra Volcano, experiencing the raw power of the Galapagos' geological wonders.
  • Encounter Flightless Cormorants and Penguins in their natural habitats at Elizabeth Bay, Tagus Cove, and Espinoza Point.
  • Discover vibrant birdlife and flamingo colonies in the Isabela Wetlands and Rabida's red sand beach.
  • Snorkel in the pristine Elizabeth Bay, Urbina Bay, and Buccaneer Cove, encountering penguins, sea turtles, and rays.
  • Observe Marine Iguana Colonies, the largest congregations of these fascinating reptiles at Espinoza Point.
  • Encounter Giant Tortoises & Land Iguanas at the Santa Cruz Highlands and Urbina Bay.
  • Explore Genovesa Island's Darwin Bay and El Barranco, teeming with frigatebirds, boobies, and owls.
  • Kayak through Buccaneer Cove and explore Mosquera Islet, encountering sea lions and diverse shorebirds.
  • Relax and observe wildlife at Bachas Beach and Espumilla Beach.

Operator's Itinerary

Endemic Crew 2024
01 Baltra

Day 1 | Santa Cruz Island

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

In the afternoon, visit the beautiful white-sand beach, Las Bachas, located on the northern coast of Santa Cruz Island. There you can go for a stroll or do some easy snorkeling in the gentle surf.

(L, D)

02 Galapagos Islands Genovesa

Day 2 | Explore Genovesa Island

In the morning, you will visit Darwin Bay, which is the only sandy beach found in the caldera on Genovesa. Colonies of the Great Frigates are found along the beach.

In the afternoon, you will go to El Barranco (Prince Philip’s Steps), a carved out of stone stair. This will lead you to a wide plateau, where you can observe large colonies of masked boobies, frigate birds, storm petrels and ducks.

(B, L, D)

03 Galapagos Islands Sullivan Bay

Day 3 | Explore Santa Cruz and Santiago Islands

In the morning, you will visit the Twin Craters, located in the highlands of Santa Cruz. You will stay in the highlands of Santa Cruz island to see giant tortoises short-eared owls, Darwin’s finches, yellow warblers, Galapagos rails and paint-billed crakes in the wild.

In the afternoon, you will visit Sullivan Bay, located on the east coast of Santiago Island. You will land on a white coral sand beach and walk over lava that flowed less than 100 years ago.

(B, L, D)

04 Galapagos Islands Prince Philips

Day 4 | Explore Isabela Island

In the morning, you will visit the Wetlands, which are a complex of trails of 6km long, located south of Isabela Island. You can also visit the Sierra Negra Volcano, one of largest craters in the archipelago with a diameter of five kilometres.

In the afternoon, you will visit the Arnaldo Tupiza Breeding Centre of Isabela, infant and juvenile giant tortoises can be seen until they are ready to be released and survive in the wild. You can also visit the Wall of Tears. This is a man-made monument which was built in the 1940’s by prisoners.

(B, L, D)

05 Galapagos Islands Urbina Bay

Day 5 | Isabela Island - Elizabeth and Urbina Bays

In the morning, you will discover Elizabeth Bay, which is a marine visitor site. You can spot sea turtles, flightless cormorants, spotted eagle rays, golden rays, brown pelicans and sea lions on this excursion.

In the afternoon, you will visit Urbina Bay to see coral formations, large colored land iguanas, giant turtles, flightless cormorants, blue-footed boobies, penguins and marine iguanas.

(B, L, D)

06 Galapagos Islands Espinoza Point

Day 6 | Isabela and Fernandina Islands

In the morning, you will visit Tagus Cove which is a ride along the cliffs in a zodiac providing you with a good chance to see the Galapagos penguin, the flightless cormorant and other sea birds.

In the afternoon, you will visit Espinoza Point of Fernandina Island. Located within a fascinating lava scenery with Lava-Cactuses, you will also discover sea lions, penguins, the flightless cormorant and one of the biggest iguana colonies of Galápagos.

(B, L, D)

07 Buccaneer Cove

Day 7 | Santiago and Rabida Islands

In the morning, you will have the opportunity to discover the Buccaneer Cove or Espumilla Beach of Santiago Island. Buccaneer Cove is a nice place for a zodiac ride, snorkeling and kayaking and Espumilla Beach is a popular place for observing an abundance of marine life.

In the afternoon, you will visit the red sand beach of Rabida Island, famous for its cactus groves and rock formation scenery. You will see brown pelicans’ nests, and a lagoon where flamingos reside.

(B, L, D)

08 Day Mosquera

Day 8 | Mosquera Islet

In the morning, you will visit Mosquera, a small islet found between Baltra & North Seymour Islands. Lava gulls, sea lions, Sally light foot crabs inhabit this sand bank with an extension of over 600 meters.

After the last visit, you will be transferred to Baltra airport for your return flight to mainland Ecuador.

(B)


Prices and Departures

Pricing

Cabin Category (per person)

Golden Suite

Single Cabin

$9,990

$9,990

The cruise departs every other week on a Sunday

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Inclusions

Included

Seven nights aboard the luxury Endemic cruise with all meals onboard included and prepared by onboard chefs.

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Vessel Overview

Endemic Exterior 3

Your Expedition Vessel

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Endemic Lounge Area

Main Deck

The main deck features four Panoramic Suites with private balconies, an elegant dining area, peaceful lounge and dedicated briefing area.

Endemic Upper Deck Lounge Area 3

Upper Deck

The upper deck houses four additional Panoramic Suites and a single cabin, all with private balconies for a luxurious, intimate experience. It also features secluded and sun terraces.

Endemic Sky Deck

Sun Deck

The sun deck, equipped with a whirlpool and sophisticated lounge chairs, provides a luxurious retreat as you travel between remarkable destinations.

Endemic Lounge Area 2

Interior Living

Relax in the panoramic lounge, enjoying a refreshing drink after a day of exploration while receiving insights into the next day’s itinerary.

Endemic Dining 1

Dining Areas

Enjoy a culinary experience that features buffet-style breakfasts and lunches, followed by expertly crafted, tailored dinners.

Endemic Briefing Area 1

Briefing Area

The briefing area serves as an essential space where guests can gather to learn about the day's activities, safety guidelines, and explore the natural wonders of the Galapagos.

Endemic Panoramic Suite Bedroom 1

Panoramic Suites

A total of eight Panoramic Suites with private balconies and island views.

Cabins

Endemic Panoramic Suite Bedroom 2

Panoramic Suite

Golden Panoramic Suite offering a private balcony, panoramic island views, air conditioning, a social area and a private restroom with amenities.

Suites Size: 32 mt2 / 344 ft2

Endemic Panoramic Suite Bedroom 1

Twin Suite

Also available as a twin.

Endemic Single Cabin Bed And Balcony 2

Single Cabin

Single cabin available for solo travellers.

Endemic Panoramic Suite Balcony

Balcony View

Balcony view providing panoramic island views.

Endemic Panoramic Suite Bathroom

Bathroom

Private restroom with amenities.


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