Each stop on our expedition cruise in the southwestern Galapagos unveils a distinct facet of the vibrant ecosystem, transforming this journey into a thorough and breathtaking exploration of one of the planet’s most extraordinary and ever-changing natural settings.
You will have the opportunity to admire the stunning wildlife of the Galapagos Islands from the comfort of the La Pinta expedition vessel. Fully equipped, this small ship has been designed to let you explore the islands from land and sea.
Among the many creatures you will see are giant tortoises, flightless cormorants, Galapagos penguins, Galapagos sea lions, marine iguanas, and Nazca boobies.
On land there is the giant tortoise breeding center at the Charles Darwin Research Station, Santa Cruz Island – the hub for scientific research, conservation efforts, and National Park management in the Galapagos Islands.
Special highlights include a glass-bottom boat tour around Champion Islet – an extinct volcano recognized as one of the premier snorkelling locations in the Galapagos Islands, and swimming with turtles in the water around these remote islands.
Economy class airfare with LATAM
7 days/6 nights Galapagos cruise aboard the La Pinta in a Luxury Cabin.
Galapagos National Park entrance fees.
Naturalist guides and lecture services.
Snorkelling gear (mask, snorkel and flippers).
Soft drinks on board the boat (carbonated drinks and juices).
Accommodation in 4-star and 5-star hotels.
Meals:11 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 6 dinners.
All transportation, transfers, and comprehensive sightseeing on a private group basis with English speaking local guides.
Tips and gratuities.
Assistance of your Tour Leader, Jenni Shallard
There is nothing Jenni loves more than the excitement of seeing what’s around the next corner in foreign and far off lands, and she can’t wait to take you there with her.
Jenni is passionate about travel and wildlife and over the years she has been to many continents. Travelling with Jenni is always a delight with her bright and bubbly personality and no nonsense approach to life.
An exemplary leader. Confident, knowledgeable, excellent company. Genuinely interested & patient with all. Where she leads I’m going !!!
Jenni is an excellent and competent tour leader, very caring and considerate. I would travel with her at any time I can. It was a wonderful group to travel with all due to Jenni’s management.
Jenni is an excellent tour leader, very caring and helpful and well organised.
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