Ultimate Galápagos Expedition 2025
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Get ready for an adventure beyond Darwin’s wildest dreams. Cruising the islands’ northern and western routes, our exclusive Ecoventura adventure yacht offers attentive Relais & Chateaux hospitality and the most intimate guest-to-staff ratio in the region. Our acclaimed Expedition Team leads the way, revealing giant tortoises, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, sea lions, penguins and more with a host of exciting snorkeling, kayaking, Zodiac and shore excursions. For the finest expedition in the Galápagos, look no further.
Cruise the Galápagos Islands’ northern and western route for seven nights aboard our Ecoventura adventure yacht Theory, the most exclusive charter vessel in the islands
The expert services of three A&K Expedition Team members and a ship’s staff of 10 are shared by just 20 guests
Savor exceptional Relais & Chateaux dining and hospitality onboard, an A&K exclusive in the Galápagos Islands
Explore by land and sea as our Expedition Team leads the way with exciting snorkeling, kayaking, Zodiac and shore excursions
Encounter the islands’ incredible wildlife, keeping watch for giant tortoise, blue-footed boobies, and marine iguanas, as well as sea lions, bottlenose dolphins, hammerhead sharks and more
Broaden your horizons with the Expedition Team’s onboard enrichment program of nature lectures, stargazing sessions and more
Itinerary
Day 1 | Arrive Guayaquil, Ecuador
Arrive in Guayaquil, where you are met and transferred to the elegant Hotel del Parque in the heart of the city.
Day 2 | San Cristóbal Island - Gateway to Adventure
Fly to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, the capital of the Galápagos Islands and San Cristóbal's main port. Upon arrival, hop aboard a Zodiac for the brisk ride to your luxurious adventure yacht anchored in the bay. After lunch on board, sail to León Dormido (Kicker Rock), a remnant of a tuff cone formation rising some 500 feet from the ocean. Observe the variety of species that inhabit its cliffs, including the blue-footed booby, Nazca booby and frigatebird. Tonight, join the Captain, crew and Expedition Team for a cocktail reception and welcome dinner.
Day 3 | Genovesa Island - Prince Philip's Steps
On Genovesa Island, visit Prince Philip's Steps, one of the islands' premier birdwatching destinations. After lunch, explore the cliffs by kayak, stand-up paddleboard, or on a deep-water snorkeling excursion from the Zodiac. This afternoon, arrive at Darwin Bay, a coral sand beach where lava gulls gather by tide pools. Wade out to swim or snorkel with playful sea lions in these warmer northern-route waters.
Day 4 | Santa Cruz Island - Bachas Beach & Dragon Hill
Drop anchor on the northern side of Santa Cruz Island to visit Playa Las Bachas (Bachas Beach), home to bright pink flamingos that feed on the interior lagoons. Stroll along its long, glittering white sand beach. After lunch on board, step ashore at Cerro Dragón (Dragon Hill) and climb its slopes to take in magnificent views of the bay.
Day 5 | Isabela Island - Punta Vicente Roca & Urbina Bay
This morning, board a Zodiac to explore the waters off Punta Vicente Roca, where you might enjoy an opportunity to snorkel with penguins diving playfully in the water. After lunch, sail through the Bolivar Channel to watch for whales and perhaps spot dolphins riding the bow wave of your vessel. In the afternoon, disembark at Isabela Island's Urbina Bay, home to four miles of dry seabed exposed by a volcanic eruption. After a wet landing on the beach, explore the remnants of coral skeletons, some of them waist-high. Keep watch for the Galápagos land iguana, marine iguana, giant tortoise, and other distinctive species that call this island home.
Day 6 | Fernandina Island - Punta Espinoza & Tagus Cove
Arrive at Fernandina Island's Punta Espinoza to encounter its sea lion colonies and other diverse species. Watch as the resident bulls carefully guard their harems and keep lookout for sharks that threaten the colony's pups. Glimpse some of the hundreds of marine iguanas that share this rocky domain, the largest colony in the Galápagos, as they warm themselves along the rugged shoreline. Next, land at Isabela Island's Tagus Cove, a former anchorage of pirates and whalers. Explore by Zodiac or kayak in search of Galápagos penguins, boobies, pelicans and other seabirds. After dinner, go topside to take in the sparkling night sky as you cross the Equator for the final time on your Galápagos voyage.
Day 7 | Rábida Island - Red Sands & Saltwater Lagoons
Today, the dark red sands of Rábida Island welcome you ashore. Considered the geographic center of the Galápagos, Rábida's volcanic rocks are the most diverse in the archipelago. Hike a trail beside the shore, keeping watch for marine iguanas, mockingbirds, yellow warblers and several species of Darwin's finch. Continue to a saltwater lagoon where migrating greater flamingos flock. Then, take advantage of the option to snorkel among a large colony of playful, inquisitive sea lions. After lunch on board, resume your explorations in this fascinating corner of the Galápagos Islands.
Day 8 | Santa Cruz Island - Into the Highlands
Awake in Santa Cruz's lively harbor of Academy Bay. Go ashore at Ayora Point and ascend through the seven vegetation zones of the Galápagos as you make your way into the highlands. Next, visit the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center to a vital resource harboring various species of giant tortoise, followed by a stop at the Charles Darwin Research Station, where you learn about ongoing conservation efforts. After lunch back on board, set out again to view "the tunnels” — the largest lava tubes found in the Galápagos. Next, proceed to Rancho Primicias, a privately owned farm in the highlands, where you encounter the giant tortoise in its natural habitat. Later, return to your ship by Zodiac for a lavish farewell dinner.
Day 9 | Depart Guayaquil or Quito
After breakfast, bid your Captain and crew farewell as you disembark your yacht for a final time on San Cristóbal. Once ashore, visit the local Interpretation Center to learn more about the island's anthropology and natural history. Afterward, enjoy time at leisure, perhaps walking a nearby trail or taking some last-minute photos. Later today, fly to Guayaquil or Quito to connect with your homeward flight.
Itinerary
Itinerary:
Arrive in Guayaquil, where you are met and transferred to the elegant Hotel del Parque in the heart of the city.
Itinerary:
Hand Selected for an Unmatched Experience
Hotel del Parque
Nestled in the Guayaquil Historical Park, the Hotel del Parque is an oasis along the banks of the Daule River. The boutique property offers 44 rooms featuring a bright and colonial design, respectful of the building's late 19th-century architectural style. The hotel features a fine-dining restaurant serving fresh seafood and local ingredients. Other amenities include a spa, access to a wildlife sanctuary, and coffee and chocolate demonstrations. Located 15 minutes by car from José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport, the Hotel del Parque is an ideal jumping-off point for a Galápagos cruise.
Theory
As the only Galápagos vessels accepted into the esteemed Relais Chateaux collection, A&K’s Ecoventura adventure yachts offer the most exclusive and intimate cruising experience in the islands. The adventure yachts accommodate 20 guests in 10 spacious staterooms, each with panoramic windows and modern decor. Onboard amenities include wet bars, large sun decks, Jacuzzis and fitness centers. The vessels also offer Wi-Fi, hairdryers and laundry service. English is the official language on board. Guests dine on world-class, local cuisine prepared fresh daily by professional on-board chefs. Origin, Theory and Evolve offer the finest Galápagos Islands cruise experiences, bar none.
Theory
As the only Galápagos vessels accepted into the esteemed Relais Chateaux collection, A&K’s Ecoventura adventure yachts offer the most exclusive and intimate cruising experience in the islands. The adventure yachts accommodate 20 guests in 10 spacious staterooms, each with panoramic windows and modern decor. Onboard amenities include wet bars, large sun decks, Jacuzzis and fitness centers. The vessels also offer Wi-Fi, hairdryers and laundry service. English is the official language on board. Guests dine on world-class, local cuisine prepared fresh daily by professional on-board chefs. Origin, Theory and Evolve offer the finest Galápagos Islands cruise experiences, bar none.
Three dedicated A&K Expedition Team members reveal the islands’ wonders with a host of snorkeling, kayak, Zodiac and shore excursions accompanied by enriching onboard programming. You won’t find a more immersive way to explore everything the Galápagos has to offer.
Inclusions
English-Speaking Local Guides
Airport Meet and Greet with Transfers
Complimentary Wi-Fi on Board and in Hotels
24/7 A&K On-Call Support
Internal Air Included Guayaquil/San Cristóbal/Guayaquil or Quito
Active elements include Zodiac boat excursions, walks over uneven terrain and optional, challenging hikes
Minimum age is 7 years old
Welcome briefing at the hotel at 6:15 a.m. on Day 2
Disembarkation at 8:30 a.m. on Day 9
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