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G Adventures Arrow South America Arrow Marine: Complete Galapagos - Yolita (SEV17YA)
Marine: Complete Galapagos - Yolita (SEV17YA)
Countries Visited: Ecuador
Trip Style: Marine - Small-ship adventures on the world's great seas and rivers The poles of the Earth, the wonders of the Galapagos, the mysteries of the Amazon, out-of-the-way Greek Islands and other great places are best (and sometimes only) accessed by boat. Marine trips get you there aboard small ships, exclusive yachts and catamarans.
Service Level: Upgraded
  • All the adventure you want, with a softer landing
  • Handpicked, character-rich accommodations with upgraded amenities services
  • Upgraded and private transport, including flights to maximize time
  • More included meals, activities and transfers
    Physical Demands Rating: 1 - You'll have to walk around on your own, climb some stairs and carry your own bag. Easy does it.
    Group Size: Max 16, avg 12
    Meals Included: 15 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 14 dinners
    Accommodations: Not Availaible

    Highlights
    14 nights cruising in the Galapagos Islands aboard the Yolita, explore the lesser visited islands of Isabela and Genovesa to see massive bird colonies and impressive volcanoes, relax on the white sandy beaches, hike to the top of the Sierra Negra volcano the most recently active volcano in the Galapagos, go snorkelling with sea lions and search for turtles and rays.

    Description
    For those looking to spend more time in the Galapagos, this 17-day itinerary includes visits to several islands and loads of opportunities to observe unique wildlife. From colonies of marine iguanas, to blue-footed boobie nesting sites and the coolest acting giant tortoises in the Western Hemisphere, the Galapagos are so much more than a collection of islands; theyre a lesson in evolution itself (and a fun one, at that!).
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    Tour OperatorG Adventures
    Duration
    17 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - Yes
    Itinerary
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1QuitoDay 1 Quito
    There are no planned activities, so check into the hotel and enjoy the city. A G Adventures representative will greet you at the hotel and brief the group on the various aspects of the tour. Included Activities: Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting with G Representative Transport: Arrival Airport Transfer
    Day 2Seymour AirportDay 2 Mariscal Sucre International Airport/Seymour Airport (1B, 1L, 1D)
    Take an early flight to the Galapagos Islands. Head to Bachas Beach to see Sally Lightfoot crabs, flamingos and sea lions. Included Activities: Bachas Beach Landing Transport: Flights from Quito to Baltra depart between 6:40am and 9:40am depending on the day of the week. These will arrive into the Galapagos between 9:30am and 12:30pm with a short refuelling stop in Guayaquil (you will not disembark the plane). You will generally arrive at the boat in time for lunch on Day 2 before the afternoon activity. Plane (3.00 hour(s)) Yolita
    Day 3Genovesa IslandDay 3 Genovesa Island (1B, 1L, 1D)
    Visit Darwin Bay and marvel at the sheer number of birds along the many trails. Head to El Barranco in the afternoon to see the many types of boobies, including red-footed boobies. Included Activities: Darwin Bay Visit Snorkelling (Darwin Bay) El Barranco Visit Transport: Yolita
    Day 4Sullivan BayDay 4 Bartolome Island/Sullivan Bay (1B, 1L, 1D)
    Visit Bartolome for a guided tour to see the islands dramatic volcanic features. Continue to Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island to witness the giant lava formations contrasting the white-coral-sand beach. Included Activities: Bartolome Island Landing Sullivan Bay Visit Transport: Yolita
    Day 5Isabela IslandDay 5 Isabela Island (1B, 1L, 1D)
    Early landing in the small town of Puerto Villamil before beginning the hike to the Sierra Negra Volcano, which has the largest basaltic caldera in the Galapagos. In the afternoon, explore the tortoise breeding centre in the Puerto Villamil area. Included Activities: Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre Visit Sierra Negra Volcano Hike Transport: Yolita
    Day 6Urbina BayDay 6 Elizabeth Bay/Urbina Bay (1B, 1L, 1D)
    Pay a morning visit to Elizabeth Bay which offers amazing bird and marine life viewing opportunities. Head out on the pangas and explore the shallows and mangroves to look for sea turtles and penguins. Visit Urbina Bay, located at the base of Alcedo Volcano. Hike the trail to get a view of the caldera and watch for land iguanas along the way. Included Activities: Elizabeth Bay Panga Ride Urbina Bay Visit Transport: Yolita
    Day 7Punta EspinozaDay 7 Tagus Cove/Punta Espinoza (1B, 1L, 1D)
    Stop for a visit at Tagus Cove and hike to a lookout to get a stunning view of the bay. Spot old graffiti on the cliffs from whalers and pirates who once visited the the cove. Continue to Punta Espinoza on Fernandina, the youngest of the Galapagos Islands. Witness the large colony of marine iguanas and a variety of bird life. Included Activities: Tagus Cove Visit Punta Espinoza Visit Transport: Yolita
    Day 8Playa EspumillaDay 8 Rabida Island/Playa Espumilla (1B, 1L, 1D)
    Take a morning excursion to the red sand beaches of Rabida to see a lagoon and sea lion colony. in the afternoon, visit Playa Espumilla, one of the most idyllic beaches in the Galapagos Islands and home to thick mangroves and flamingo and sea turtle nesting sites. Included Activities: Rabida Island Excursion Playa Espumilla Excursion Transport: Yolita
    Day 9North SeymourDay 9 Islas Daphne/North Seymour (1B, 1L, 1D)
    Visit Daphne, a tiny conical island, home to nesting blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, Darwins finches, and other wonderful wildlife. In the afternoon, visit North Seymour Island to look out for Blue-footed Boobies. Included Activities: North Seymour Island Visit Daphne Island Visit Transport: Yolita
    Day 10Kicker RockDay 10 Cerro Brujo/Kicker Rock (1B, 1L, 1D)
    Morning landing at Cerro Brujo on San Cristobal to observe sea lions, marine iguanas, and seabirds along the beach. Continue to the dramatic Kicker Rock in the afternoon to witness the steep vertical stone walls rising from the ocean and some of the best snorkelling in the Galapagos. In the afternoon, head to Isla Lobos known for its friendly sea lions. Included Activities: Cerro Brujo Visit Snorkelling (Kicker Rock) Snorkelling (Isla Lobos) Isla Lobos Visit Transport: Yolita
    Day 11Punta SuarezDay 11 Bahia Gardner/Punta Suarez (1B, 1L, 1D)
    Punta Suarez on the western side of EspaNola Island (also called Hood) is spectacular. Follow the trail through a rookery and learn the geological history of the island from the naturalist, including its dramatic volcanic features, climate, flora, and fauna. Included Activities: Punta Suarez Excursion Gardner Bay Visit Snorkelling (Gardner Bay) Transport: Yolita
    Day 12South PlazaDay 12 Santa Fe Island/South Plaza (1B, 1L, 1D)
    Visit Santa Fe Island for a chance to mingle with the iguanas and white tipped sharks. Continue to South Plaza for some great bird watching opportunities. Included Activities: South Plaza Island Visit Santa Fe Island Visit Transport: Yolita
    Day 13Santa Cruz IslandDay 13 Santa Cruz Island (1B, 1L, 1D)
    In the morning, arrive in Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island. Santa Cruz is the second biggest island in the Galapagos, and has the largest population. Puerto Ayora is its main town. In the afternoon, there may be the opportunity to visit the highlands and see giant land tortoises in the wild. Included Activities: Highlands Giant Tortoises Visit Charles Darwin Research Station Visit Transport: Yolita
    Day 14Floreana IslandDay 14 Punta Cormorant/Floreana Island (1B, 1L, 1D)
    This morning, snorkel at Devils Crown, a coral reef surrounded by an eroded volcanic crater, the perfect home for marine life. Look out for small sharks, rays and schools of tropical fish. In the afternoon, make sure you have a postcard to leave behind on a visit to Post Office Bay. Included Activities: Post Office Bay Visit Snorkelling (Corona del Diablo) Transport: Yolita
    Day 15Cerro DragonDay 15 Chinese Hat/Cerro Dragon (1B, 1L, 1D)
    Visit the white sand beach at Chinese Hat in the morning, before an afternoon at Cerro Dragon for an opportunity to break out the binoculars and do some excellent birdwatching. Included Activities: Cerro Dragon Visit Chinese Hat Visit Transport: Yolita
    Day 16QuitoDay 16 Black Turtle Cove/Quito (1B)
    Explore the mangrove lagoon at Black Turtle Cove. In the afternoon, transfer for a flight back to Quito for one last night on the town. Included Activities: Black Turtle Cove Excursion
    Day 17QuitoDay 17 Quito
    Depart at any time. Included Activities: Departure Day
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    Disclaimer

    Local Flights: All local flights to and from the Galapagos are included in the cost of your tour. It is important that we have your passport information at the time of booking in order to process these tickets. Internal flight tickets are issued locally and will be given to you prior to the flight departure.

    Flights to either of the airports in the Galapagos leave early in the morning on Day 2 and get you into the islands in the early afternoon. Flights back to the mainland depart between 10:00am and 1:30pm arriving in the early evening.

    Please note that all flights to and from the Galapagos make a 1 hour refuelling stop in Guayaquil.

    Dossier Disclaimer:The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

    VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

    Itinerary Disclaimer: While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

    Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
     
     
     
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