Galapagos Eastern Islands 8 day cruise Itinerary on board Ocean Spray

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Galapagos Eastern Islands 8 day cruise Itinerary on board Ocean Spray
One of our top selections for an 8 day cruise in the Galapagos Islands. The route covers the entire eastern segment of the archipelago, starting at San Cristobal island and including wildlife visitor trails on North Seymour, Floreana, Genovesa, Santiago among others. Animal encounters are superb, allowing you observe marine iguanas, giant tortoises, nesting frigate birds and blue footed boobies as you walk into their realm. The snorkeling opportunities are also breathtaking as you will be able to swim with sea lions, marine turtles, manta rays and reefs swarming with colorful fish. The Galapagos Ocean Spray catamaran is one of the premium liveaboard options for guests who need that extra bit of comfort and elegance even in the remote areas of the islands.

Day by day

Day 1 : Arrival & San Cristobal Island: Lobos Island & Kicker Rock

San Cristobal Island is the fifth largest island in the Galapagos and lies farthest East. It is where Darwin first landed back in 1835 and  where the first permanent settlements were founded. Today the main port Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is the capital of the Galapagos province and houses many government offices, the Ecuadorian Navy, and an airport with daily flights to the mainland of Ecuador. Conservation challenges the island faces include invasive plants like blackberry and guayaba and insects like the blackfly.

Lobos Island is an islet about an hour away from San Cristobal. Blue-footed boobies will nest here seasonally. In recent years frigate birds have begun to nest here. Sea lions are abundant, as well as marine iguanas. It is a very calm and tranquil site with beautiful views, including Kicker Rock off in the distance.

Kicker rock or León Dormido as it is called in Spanish is a huge structure formed of two eroded volcanic cones that tower over the sea at about 104 meters and sits in the middle of the open water. It is one of the most well-known landmarks in Galapagos with many popular sea birds that surround the area. This is also perhaps one of the best sites in the Galapagos see incredible underwater life.

 
Day 2 : San Cristobal Island: Pitt Point & Witch Hill

Pitt Point on San Cristobal is on the easternmost side of the Galapagos Islands. It’s also one of the only places that red-footed boobies, blue-footed boobies, and Nazca’s can be found all at the same place. The visitor site is interesting as the formations of old volcanic rock are profoundly unique and the hike to the top of the site provides incredible views of the surrounding area.

Witch Hill is home to a popular beach in the Galapagos with powdery white sand and turquiose waters that are a joy to swim in and snorkel spotting the tropical fish benauth the surface. The occasional sea lion may stop by to swim with you or you’ll find them snoozing on the shore. On a panga ride you can explore the many crevices in the eroding rocks, leaving you in awe of the sheer power of erosion.


 

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Includes

Scheduled visits and activities with a professional bilingual guide
All meals on board, snacks, purified water, tea and coffee
Accommodation in standard cabin / suite (with balcony where applicable) with private bathroom and air conditioning
Snorkeling equipment (mask, lenses, fins), sea-kayaks, wet-suits (some boats)
Assistance at the Airport and 24/7 during the trip

Does not include

Air tickets to / from Galapagos from / to Quito, Guayaquil or combined route
Entrance to the Galapagos National Park US $ 100 p.p. (cash in the Islands)
Galapagos Control Card US $ 20 p.p. (at the airport before check-in)
Soft and alcoholic drinks on board; personal expenses, extras and tips guide and crew (cash)
Travel insurance with medical, cancellation and other unforeseen coverage
Other services in Continental Ecuador and not specified in the program

Highlights

Observe herons and walk amongst a colony of barking sea lion bachelors at Mosquera islet
Walk along lava fields that constrast with mangrove forests and the blue sea as you encounter marine iguanas
Snorkel and swim with sea turtles,sea lions and even hammerhead sharks at the Devils crown off Floreana Island
Enjoy a relaxing stroll and visit nesting sites of the frigate birds and blue footed boobies on North Seymour island
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