Giant Tortoise Express Route
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Duration
3 Nights
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Ship Comfort
Comfort
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Total Guests
16
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Price From
$3,245 per person
An exciting 4-day exploration of the Galapagos Islands, visiting the Central and Northern Islands. Travel aboard the Natural Paradise Yacht, a comfort vessel designed for small-group expeditions, offering travellers a variety of accommodation options that suit everyone's needs including spacious and comfortable cabins with balconies overlooking the ocean, junior suites, and staterooms, all featuring large bathrooms, air-conditioning, and luxury amenities.
Trip Summary:
- Witness Giant Tortoise Conservation Efforts: Visit the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center/Charles Darwin Station on Santa Cruz.
- Immerse Yourself in Genovesa's Bird Paradise: Hike El Barranco's cliffs for stunning views and diverse birdlife, and explore Darwin Bay's beaches and snorkeling spots.
- Explore Santiago's Coastal Wonders: Encounter marine iguanas and seabirds at Espumilla Beach and Buccaneer Cove, and observe fur sea lions and lava lizards at Egas Port.
- Relax on Santa Cruz's Bachas Beach and Observe Marine Life: Encounter flamingos, sea turtles, and WWII remnants.
- Encounter Marine Wildlife in Pristine Waters: Snorkel and explore coastal areas, encountering sea lions, sea turtles, and diverse marine life.
Operator's Itinerary
Day 1 | Santa Cruz Island
In the morning, arrive at Baltra Airport and transfer to the boat.
In the afternoon, visit the Charles Darwin Research Station/Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, observing giant tortoises of all ages and learning about conservation efforts.
(L, D)
Day 2 | Genovesa Island
In the morning, hike El Barranco on Genovesa, enjoying cliff-top views and observing unique birdlife and Palo Santo vegetation.
In the afternoon, explore Darwin Bay's white-sand beach, observing diverse bird species and playful sea lions in tidal pools.
(B, L, D)
Day 3 | Santiago Island
In the morning, explore Espumilla Beach on Santiago, observing marine iguanas, crabs, and diverse marine life; then visit Buccaneer Cove, a historic pirate refuge with stunning cliffs.
In the afternoon, visit Egas Port (James Bay) on Santiago, encountering hawks, lava lizards, and fur seals, with excellent snorkeling opportunities.
(B, L, D)
Day 4 | Santa Cruz & Baltra Islands
In the morning, enjoy swimming and wildlife viewing at Bachas Beach, observing flamingos, crabs, and nesting sea turtles.
Later on, transfer to Baltra Airport.
(B)
Prices and Departures
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Vessel Overview
Your Expedition Vessel
Take a look inside...
Main Deck
The main deck has a suite and cabins with an ample relaxing space, spacious lounge area, dining room, bar and coffee station.
Upper Deck
The upper deck has more spacious suites and junior suites with private balconies.
Sun Deck
There are more social areas including a beautiful teak sun deck with Jacuzzi and a cozy al fresco dining.
Covered dining area: 487ft² / 45m². Jacuzzi area: 291ft² / 27m².
Interior Living
Elegant and comfortable, Natural Paradise offers nine cabins, four of them with private balconies, and on the main deck, a suite with an ample relaxing space. Her social areas include a beautiful teak sundeck with Jacuzzi and a cozy al fresco dining. On the main deck you will find a spacious lounge and dining room. Snorkelling equipment, wetsuits, sea kayaks and paddle boards are available on board.
Dining Areas
Dining room on the Main Deck for passengers to enjoy food prepared by chefs onboard.
Dining room area: 463ft² / 43m².
Briefing Area
A comfortable space where expert guides provide informative lectures and insights on the Galápagos.
Panoramic Suites
Elegant and comfortable, Natural Paradise offers nine cabins, four of them with private balconies, and on the main deck, a suite with an ample relaxing space.
Cabins
Upper Deck Suite
All upper deck suites feature coffee makers, binoculars, private balconies with panoramic windows, private bathrooms, hot water and air-conditioning.
Upper deck suites area: 355ft² / 33m²
Upper Deck Suite Bathroom
Private bathroom with premium amenities.
Upper Deck Suite Balcony View
Private balcony with panoramic windows.
Upper Deck Double Jr. Suite
All upper deck junior suites feature private balconies with panoramic windows, private bathrooms, hot water and air-conditioning.
Upper deck junior suites area: 226ft² / 21m²
Upper Deck Twin Jr. Suite
All upper deck junior suites feature private balconies with panoramic windows, private bathrooms, hot water and air-conditioning.
Upper deck junior suites area: 226ft² / 21m²
Upper Deck Jr. Suite Bathroom
Private bathroom with premium amenities.
Upper Deck Jr. Suite Balcony View
Private balcony with panoramic windows.
Main Deck Jr. Suite
All main deck junior suites feature coffee makers, binoculars, private balconies with panoramic windows, private bathrooms, hot water and air-conditioning.
Main deck junior suites area: 355ft² / 33m²
Main Deck Jr. Suite Living Area
All main deck junior suite living areas feature a comfortable lounge with a TV and DVD player.
Main Deck Jr. Suite Bathroom
Private bathroom with premium amenities.
Main Deck Double Cabin
All main deck cabins feature panoramic windows, hot water and air-conditioning.
Main deck cabin area: 172ft² / 16m²
Main Deck Twin Cabin
Also available as a twin.
Main deck cabin area: 172ft² / 16m²
Main Deck Cabin Bathroom
Private bathroom with amenities.
Lower Deck Cabin
All lower deck cabins feature porthole windows, hot water and air-conditioning.
Lower deck cabin area: 215ft² / 20m²
Lower Deck Cabin Bathroom
Private bathroom with amenities.
Ask a Galapagos specialist
to plan your adventure