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Bachas Beach: Upon your arrival to Baltra Airport, you will be transferred to the Aida Maria Yacht. After lunch, you will visit Bachas beach, two small beaches made of decomposed coral, and a favorite nesting site for sea turtles. Behind one of the beaches there is a small brackish water lagoon, where you may see flamingos and other coastal birds, such as black-necked stilts and whimbrels. The other beach is longer, and has two old barges that were abandoned during the Second World War, when the USA used Baltra Island as a strategic point to protect the Panama Canal

Bartolome Island and Sullivan Bay: We begin with a hike to enjoy the most amazing panoramic view at the Galapagos Islands. After, relax on the beach or take the opportunity to snorkel at the reef to see various fish, friendly sea lions, and sea turtles. In the afternoon, we visit Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island, to see fascinating giant lava formations, due to the recent formation of the island, and where we may have the opportunity to swim and snorkel to see seals and penguins. Return to the yacht and dinner.

Daphne Island and Dragon Hill: Early in the morning we arrive to Daphne Island, a cone formed by the accumulation of volcanic ash, which is home to thousands of birds such as blue footed boobies, frigate birds, tropic birds, and many more. Next we head to Black Turtle Cove, which is a red mangrove lagoon on Santa Cruz, and home to sharks, rays & turtles. After lunch, the yacht will navigate to Dragon Hill, where we make a dry landing on lava rocks. This site is a small bay on the west coast of Santa Cruz that got its name from the many land iguanas that live in the area. End of the day and dinner onboard.

Darwin Bay and Prince Philip Steps (Genovesa): A wet landing at Darwin Bay, follow a trail to find red footed boobies, and great frigate birds trying to attract a female. You will also stumble upon Darwin’s Finches and native flora like mangroves and cactus. After lunch, the yacht will head to Prince Philip´s Steps (Barranco), where a steep climb takes you to a Palo Santo Forest and species like Nazca boobies. You will also have a panoramic view of all the Island from here.

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Charles Darwin Station: After breakfast we land at Santa Cruz Island, where you will visit the famous Charles Darwin Station, a non-profit institution that dedicates itself to studying and protecting the flora and fauna of the Galapagos. This is one of the best places to see land tortoises. After this activity you will be transferred to the airport to take your flight back to the continent.

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Aida Maria Yacht 5 Days Itinerary


Aida Maria Yacht 5 Days Itinerary

Aida Maria Yacht 5 Days Cruise

IMPORTANT NOTE: The itinerary description is for reference use only. Visitor sites, activities and wildlife sightings may change without prior notice.


Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions:

Meals: From lunch on day 1, until breakfast on the final day

Acommodation with private bathroom

Excursions as listed in the itinerary, with a certifies naturalist bilingual guide (Spanish/English)

Snorkel equipment *Depending on the cruise

Drinking water, tea, coffee, snacks.

Bus ticket Baltra Airport / Itabaca Channel - $ 5 pp * Depending on the cruise

Exclusions:

Entrance fees Galapagos: Galapagos National Park $100pp (subject to change). Galapagos transit

control card $20pp (subject to change), Isabel docking fee $15pp *Depending on cruise. Santa Cruz

Highland Tortoises ranch $5 * depending on the cruise. Bus ticket Baltra Airport / Itabaca Channel - $5 *

depending on the cruise

International flights

Quito/Guayaquil - Galapagos - Quito/Guayaquil

Airport transfers in Quito or Guayaquil

Singles supplement *Depending on the cruise

Alcoholic beverages & colas (there is a bar on board)

Tips for guides and crew

Any other personal expenses.

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