Archipell II: Central & Southern Galapagos Islands

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Duration: 8 days

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The Archipell II provides a great space and comfort for a relaxing cruise in the Galapagos Islands. Archipell II caters to a maximum of 16 passengers. All cabins count on fantastic exterior views with private bathrooms, hot water, and air conditioning. This 8 days cruise offers a wonderful opportunities to discover the amazing land of the Galapagos Central and South East Islands

Overview
Itinerary
Dates
Accommodation
Inclusions

Itinerary Highlights
- Swim with playful sea lions
- Visit Charles Darwin Station and meet the Giant Tortoises of Galapagos
- Great snorkelling spots at Espumilla Beach
- Hike a short distance to see a large population of marine iguanas at Suarez Point
- Take a dinghy ride and spot Galapagos penguins on Cormorant Point
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Baltra - North Seymour Islan
- Day 2: Bartolome - Espumilla Beach - Buccaneer Cove
- Day 3: Puerto Egas - Rabida
- Day 4: Charles Darwin Station - Santa Cruz Highlands
- Day 5: Cormorant Point - Post Office & Baroness Lookou
- Day 6: Gardener Bay - Suarez Point
- Day 7: Pitt Point - Witch Hill
- Day 8: Lobos Island - Depart San Cristobal
Day 1: Baltra - North Seymour Island
Our guide will be waiting for you at Baltra Airport and once the group is completed. They will accompany you to the Archipell Catamaran which is anchored in Puerto Ayora harbor. After arrival on board, we will check in and give you general information. Afterwards you will have lunch.

This island is located slightly in the north of Baltra. It is a low, flat island, formed as a result of a submarine lava formation uplift.Covered with low, vegetation, it contains the largest colony of magnificent frigate birds in the Galapagos. There is also a large population of blue-footed boobies that perform an amusing courtship dance when nesting conditions are right. It really is one of the highlights of this island.

Day 2: Bartolome - Espumilla Beach - Buccaneer Cove
At Bartolomé Island you will ascend to admire the spectacular panorama of the Sullivan Bay and the famous Pinnacle Rock. The beaches at the foot of the Pinnacle Rock are excellent for snorkelling from which you can discover the marvelous underwater world.

At James Bay (Santiago) Charles Darwin spent most of his time in Galapagos. Espumilla Beach has revived as an important breeding site for turtles. Nearby, Buccaneer Cove offers a great snorkeling opportunity in crystal clear waters.

Day 3: Puerto Egas - Rabida

Puerto Egas is a historical, and the favourite site on Santiago for wildlife lovers. Highlight are the outstanding fur seal grottos at the beautiful sculptured coastline.

In the afternoon, land on the remarkable red beach by Rabida Island, and a large bachelor colony of Galapagos sea lions will usually welcome you.

Day 4: Charles Darwin Station - Santa Cruz Highlands
Charles Darwin Research Station contains of an information centre, a museum, a library and a tortoise breeding station. In the tortoise breeding you can encounter tortoises of different subspecies, which get prepared for reintroduction to their natural habitats. The most popular inhabitant of this Station is probably the Lonesome George turtle.

Afterwards, we will visit the highlands of the island where you will visit the private farm “Las Primicias”. This reserve offers you one of the best possibilities to see the giant tortoises of Santa Cruz Island in their natural habitat. You can observe them from a very close distance.

Day 5: Cormorant Point - Post Office & Baroness Lookout
At Cormorant Point you land on a green olivine sand beach. Following a 100 m long path you will soon reach a beautiful lagoon with flamingoes.

In the afternoon you will visit the Post Office Bay, which still keeps the legendary post barrel that whalers historically used to post their mail in.

Later we will go to “Mirador de la Baronesa” (Baroness Lookout Point) and your naturalist guide will tell you the murder and mystery legend of the Baronesa. This viewpoint is located on the north of Floreana Island.

Day 6: Gardener Bay - Suarez Point
At Española Island you will explore a lot of natural wildlife. It is home to many birds, like the endemic Hood-Mockingbird. Gardner Bay provides you an excellent beach for swimming. Around the small islets nearby, snorkelers will find lots of fish and sometimes turtles and sharks. The bay is also frequented by colonies of sea lions, which like to swim with you.

Suarez Point has one of the most outstanding wildlife areas of the archipelago, with a long list of species found along its cliffs and sandy or pebbly beaches.

Day 7: Pitt Point - Witch Hill

Punta Pitt is one of the only two sites where all three types of boobies breed, a n d as well the site where great frigate birds swallow tailed gulls and Galapagos storm-petrels.

Enjoy a leisure afternoon in the lovely setting of Which Hill’s crescent-shaped natural beach of soft power sand.

Day 8: Lobos Island - Depart San Cristobal

On Lobos Island, you will enjoy swimming and snorkelling with sea lions. It is also a seasonal nesting location for the blue footed booby and frigate birds.

You will be transferred to San Cristobal airport for your flight back to Quito/Guayaquil.
Departs - Selected dates (listed below)
Archipell II Ship Cabins
Our cabins have ocean views and offer all the amenities to feel like home during your vacation. The boat features 8 cabins of which 2 have low queen size beds and the remaining 6 have low twin beds. Each cabin offers a private bath, hot water, air conditioning and a closet.

Ship Deck Plan
Ship Specifications
Year Of Construction - 2005
Cabins - 8
Social Areas - Comfortable dining room, bar and lounge; library
Length (m) - 27 m
Beam (m) - 11 m
Electric Power - 110V
Machinery - 2 Cummins IMO 240 hp each one
Speed (knots) - 11 knots
Crew - 7
Naturalist Guide(s) - 1
Single Supplement - 90%
Children Discount - No discount
What's included?
- On-board accommodation
- Transfers in Galapagos
- Tours led by English-speaking Guide
- Activities as specified
- All meals during the voyage
- Use of snorkelling equipment
What's not included?
- Air transportation
- Passport, visa and immigration fees
- Airport arrival/departure taxes
- Galapagos entrance fee US$100 per person
- Transit Control Card US$20 per person
- Christmas & new-year surcharges
- Travel protection plan
- Wetsuit rental
- Alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities
- Any items not mentioned as included