''Isabela'' Itinerary
6 Days - Cachalote Explorer
The Cachalote Explorer yacht trip “Isabela” itinerary focuses on the Central and Western Islands, including visits to Western Isabela Island and Fernandina Island, two highlights of the Galapagos Islands.
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Itinerary Highlights
- See tortoises in their natural environment.
- Enjoy breathtaking views of the islands from the highland.
- Enjoy a panga ride or snorkel looking for Galapagos Fur Seals, Brown Noodies, Pelicans, and Swallow-tailed Gulls.
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Isabela Island: Sierra Negra and Puerto Villamil
- Day 2: Isabela (Albemarle) Island: Punta Moreno and Elizabeth Bay
- Day 3: Isabela (Albemarle) Island: Urbina Bay and Tagus Cove
- Day 4: Fernandina Island: Punta Espinoza / Isabela Island: Punta Vicente Roca
- Day 5: James (Santiago) Island: Playa Espumilla and Buccaneers Cove / Bartolome Island
- Day 6: North Seymour Island / Baltra for return flight to Quito
Day 1: Isabela Island: Sierra Negra and Puerto Villamil
Isabela Island (Albemarle): Isabela is the largest of the Galapagos Islands formed by five active volcanoes fused together. Wolf Volcano is the highest point in the entire Galapagos at 1707m.
Sierra Negra : Volcan Sierra Negra has a caldera with a diameter of 10km. View recent lava flows, moist highland vegetation, and parasitic cones.
Puerto Villamil: Puerto Villamil is a charming small town on a white sand beach. Highlights include the Tortoise Breeding Station and the flamingo lagoon. Other visits (depending on conditions) are the Tintoreras or Los Humedales.
Day 2: Isabela (Albemarle) Island: Punta Moreno and Elizabeth Bay
Punta Moreno: Punta Moreno is located in the central southwestern coast of Isabela Island. The site has spectacular views of volcanoes Alcedo, Sierra Negra and Cerro Azul. Some highlights include impressive lava flows, desolate and pristine landscape, varied and unusual arid zone vegetation.
Elizabeth Bay: This spot is only accessible by dinghy. It is possible to see penguins on the small islets in the bay. The end of the bay is long and narrow surrounded by three species of mangroves. Galapagos Sea Turtles and rays can usually be seen in the water.
Day 3: Isabela (Albemarle) Island: Urbina Bay and Tagus Cove
Urbina Bay: Urbina Bay is located at the central-west coast of Isabela Island at the foothills of Alcedo and Darwin volcanoes. Highlights include the colourful land iguanas, Galapagos Giant tortoises and the coral uplifting from 1954.
Tagus Cove: Tagus Cove is a natural harbor where centuries ago whalers and pirates left their ship’s names painted or carved on the rocks. A walk uphill to Darwin’s Crater salt-water lake will provide an excellent view.
Day 4: Fernandina Island: Punta Espinoza / Isabela Island: Punta Vicente Roca
Fernandina Island: Fernandina is the youngest volcanic island and is still active.
Punta Espinoza: Punta Espinoza is a place famous for its large colonies of marine iguanas and as the habitat of unique species like the flightless cormorant, Galapagos penguin, Galapagos hawk, Galapagos snake, among others.
Isabela Island
Punta Vicente Roca: This site is visited by dinghy rides along the cliffs or the partially sunken cave at the water’s edge. Nasca boobies, blue-footed boobies and flightless cormorants inhabit the shoreline.
Day 5: James (Santiago) Island: Playa Espumilla and Buccaneers Cove / Bartolome Island
James (Santiago) Island: This Island is located between Isabela and Santa Cruz Islands. This Island offers a wide variety of seabirds, marine iguanas and fur seals.
Playa Espumilla: Espumilla Beach has a beautiful contrast between the golden beach and the green mangroves. It is also a great site to see flamingos, pintail ducks, green sea turtle nests and the Galapagos Hawk. It is also a good site to go for a cool off swim or a snorkel.
Buccaneers Cove: This site was Charles Darwin’s home for 9 days. As well as a resting site for many whalers and pirates. With this rich history Buccaneers Cove is a must see. Enjoy a panga ride or snorkel looking for Galapagos Fur Seals, Brown Noodies, Pelicans, and Swallow-tailed Gulls.
Bartolome Island: A hike will take you to the highest point on Bartolome for a spectacular view. Sea lions and penguins can be seen around Pinnacle Rock. There is a sandy beach with great swimming and snorkeling.
Day 6: North Seymour Island / Baltra for return flight to Quito
North Seymour Island: This flat piece of land originated after an uplifting event thousands of years ago. The island is home to endemic Palo Santo trees, colonies of blue-footed boobies, swallow tailed gulls, and magnificent frigate birds.
Baltra: Return flight to Quito
Dates | Cabin | From | Special Offer |
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25 Oct 2024 - 30 Oct 2024 | AUD $4545pp | ||
Cabin 8 | AUD $4545pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5303pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $5606pp | Contact us | |
22 Nov 2024 - 27 Nov 2024 | AUD $4545pp | ||
Cabin 8 | AUD $4545pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5303pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $5606pp | Contact us | |
06 Dec 2024 - 11 Dec 2024 | AUD $4545pp | ||
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Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5303pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $5606pp | Contact us | |
20 Dec 2024 - 25 Dec 2024 | AUD $4545pp | ||
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Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5303pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $5606pp | Contact us | |
03 Jan 2025 - 08 Jan 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
Cabin 8 | AUD $5000pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
31 Jan 2025 - 05 Feb 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
Cabin 8 | AUD $5000pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
28 Feb 2025 - 05 Mar 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
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Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
14 Mar 2025 - 19 Mar 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
Cabin 8 | AUD $5000pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
28 Mar 2025 - 02 Apr 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
Cabin 8 | AUD $5000pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
25 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
Cabin 8 | AUD $5000pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
23 May 2025 - 28 May 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
Cabin 8 | AUD $5000pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
06 Jun 2025 - 11 Jun 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
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Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
20 Jun 2025 - 25 Jun 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
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Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
04 Jul 2025 - 09 Jul 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
Cabin 8 | AUD $5000pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
18 Jul 2025 - 23 Jul 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
Cabin 8 | AUD $5000pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
01 Aug 2025 - 06 Aug 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
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Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
15 Aug 2025 - 20 Aug 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
Cabin 8 | AUD $5000pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
29 Aug 2025 - 03 Sep 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
Cabin 8 | AUD $5000pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
24 Oct 2025 - 29 Oct 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
Cabin 8 | AUD $5000pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
21 Nov 2025 - 26 Nov 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
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Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
05 Dec 2025 - 10 Dec 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
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Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us | |
19 Dec 2025 - 24 Dec 2025 | AUD $5000pp | ||
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Cabin 3-7 | AUD $5833pp | Contact us | |
Cabin 1-2 | AUD $6212pp | Contact us |
Alternative itinerary options:
- 6 Day Cachalote Explorer: ''Hood'' Itinerary
- 8 Day Cachalote Explorer: ''Fernandina'' Itinerary
- 8 Day Cachalote Explorer: ''Tower'' Itinerary
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Cabin 8
Located on lower deck, lower double bed and upper single bed, private bathroom with hot/cold-water shower & air conditioning.
Cabin 3-7
Located on lower deck, private bathroom with hot/cold-water shower & air conditioning.
Cabin 3: lower double bed and upper single bed
Cabin 4: lower double bed and upper single bed
Cabin 5 & 6: queen bed
Cabin 7: lower double bed and upper single bed
Cabin 1-2
Located on upper deck, 3 beds (two lower double beds and one upper single bed or one lower double bed, one lower single bed and one upper single bed), private bathroom with hot/cold-water shower & air conditioning.
Cachalote Explorer Deckplan
Specifications
- Category: Standard First-Class Motor Vessel
- Capacity: 16 passengers
- L.O.A: 88ft
- Beam: 24ft
- Salon Dimensions: 17.5ft x 35ft
- Type: Motor Vessel, Steel hull
- Mechanical Equipment: 1 main Caterpillar Engine, 3 Generators (110v), 2 reverse osmosis water makers, sewage treatment plant
- Safety Equipment: VHF (DSC) & HF (DSC) radios. EPIRB, SART, Hunter satellite tracking device, 2 GPS’s, 2 radars, depth sounder, flares, basic first aid kits, 2 tenders with outboards, fin keels for extra stability, flotation rings, life rafts with surplus capacity for all passengers and crew, fire alarm system.
- Guest Accommodation: 8 cabins each with private bath. Hot / cold water showers. Combination of Queen, Double and Twin sized mattresses.
- Crew: All crew are fully trained and certified. Captain, multilingual naturalist guide, cook, engineers, barman, and 4 sailors.
- Cruising speed: 8 knots (approx.)
Whats included?
- On-board accommodation
- All meals during voyage
- Scheduled excursions
- Services of experienced guide(s)
- Use of snorkel and kayaking equipment
- Welcome cocktail
What’s not included?
- International and internal airfares
- Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable
- Galápagos National Park fee: US$200 per person
- Transit control card: US$20 per person
- Christmas & new-year surcharges
- Travel insurance
- Wet-suit rental
- Gratuities
- Any items not mentioned as included