Discover the Northern & Central Galapagos Islands

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Discover the Northern & Central Galapagos Islands
Cruise the Galapagos Archipelago sailing on board Luxury two-times World Travel Award Winner (2017-2018) Yacht and discover the magnificent variety of untamed Wildlife along the way, surrounded by amazing natural scenery that is complemented with the personalized service on board the Majestic Sea Star Journey for a complete memorable adventure.

Day by day

Day 1 : Santa Cruz Island: Dragon Hill

Sunday Santa Cruz Island

Sea Star journey “B” itinerary: Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, travelers pass through an airport inspection point to insure that no foreign plants or animals are introduced to the islands, as well as to pay the park entrance fee of $100 (unless it has been prepaid). A guide will meet you, help you collect your luggage, and escort you on a short bus ride to the harbor and then on board M/Y Galapagos Sea Star Journey

PM: Santa Cruz Island: Dragon Hill

The visitor site at Dragon Hill has been open for visits on 1993. This site is located in northwestern Santa Cruz Island and consists of a trail that lead to a hyper-saline lagoon behind the beach, frequented by flamingos, pintail ducks and other species of birds. This site has been re populated with land iguanas from Seymour, Isabela and Santa Cruz islands. There is a short walk to the Hill, which offers a beautiful view of the bay.

Day 2 : Santa Cruz Island: Black Turtle Cove & Chinese Hat Islet

AM: Black Turtle Cove 

This little cove is located at the northern side of Santa Cruz island, this is a red mangrove lagoon very calm and quiet which made an ideal place as nursery for many sharks and rays. Its crystal waters permits to observe large groups of white-tip reef, black tipped reef and hammer heads sharks, schools of golden rays as well as spotted eagle rays. There are no landing sites so the visit is done by panga or kayak. Sea turtles are frequently seen and sometimes they are seen mating in the mangrove-lined waters. Pelicans and Herons are
also seen in this area.

PM: Chinese Hat

This is a small islet (1 sq km) located just off the southeastern tip of Santiago Island. It is a recent volcanic cone, it has a shape of one Chinese hat when you see it from north side. On the west it can be seen lava formations, formed under the sea and raised upward, this is why coral heads are found on the lava. This is an excellent visit for interpretation of geological features such as lava tubes and lava flows. There are many sea lions colonies, marine iguanas and Galapagos penguins.

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Cruise Includes

All programed visits as per itinerary with specialized naturalist bilingual guide
Accommodation in twin/double cabin with private facilities (surcharge for suite)
All meals on board, drinking purified water, coffee and tea
Snorkeling equipment (fins, mask & snorkel) & sea-kayaks
Transfers within the islands on cruise dates as per itinerary
Personalized 24/7 assistance during tour

Cruise does not include

Airfare to/from Galapagos from/to Mainland Ecuador (to be added)
Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee US$100 per person (in cash only upon arrival);
Galapagos Migration Card US$20 in cash per person (at Mainland’s Airport)
Alcoholic/soft drinks, personal expenses, extras, and tips
All sizes wet-suits for rent on board (in cash)
Travel, medical & cancelation Insurance and any services on Mainland
Other services not specified in the program

Highlights

Brilliantly pink-colored Flamingos at Dragon Hill.
Amazing bird-life variety at Genovesa: Darwin Finches, Swallowed-tailed gulls, Lava Herons, Red-footed and Nazca Boobies and more!
Enjoy the diverse Marine Life while snorkeling or sea-kayaking in the best sites.
Visit a sustainable Tortoise Farm in Santa Cruz Highlands to see the Turtles in semi-wild state.
Enjoy your comfortable Galapagos Suite with panoramic windows or stargaze at the sun-deck.
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From $3,625.00 Per person

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