Letty

ITINERARY "COMPLETE WEST SOUTH-CENTRAL" (7 DAYS - 6 NIGHTS)

Day	Activity
Day 1	AM - Baltra Island: Airport & Transfer PM - Santa Cruz: Dragon Hill
Day 2	AM - Santiago Island: Caleta Bucanero PM - Santiago Island: Egas Port / Espumilla
Day 3	AM - Fernandina Island: Espinosa Point PM - Isabela Island: Urbina Bay
Day 4	AM - Isabela Island: Elizabeth Bay PM - Isabela Island: Moreno Point
Day 5	AM - Isabela Island: Tintoreras / Volcán Chico Sierra PM - Isabela Island: Tortoise Center
Day 6	AM - Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Center PM - Santa Cruz Island: Tortuga Bay
Day 7	AM - San Cristobal Island: Isla Lobos PM - San Cristobal Island: Transfer & Airport

DAY BY DAY ITINERARY

IMPORTANT!
Please note that itinerary is subject to variation and/or changes of visits without prior notice mainly due to weather conditions, sea currents, and/or Galapagos National Park Regulations.

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DAY 1: TUESDAY

Morning – Noon: ARRIVAL – BALTRA ISLAND
Arrival at Baltra Airport. If you booked your flights with us, your guide will be waiting at the airport to take you to Yacht Letty (passengers with own flights or already in Galapagos will be properly informed of meeting point and time to join the cruise from the dock).

Baltra Airport started redevelopment in 2007 to offer more eateries, stores, and comfortable visitor areas. Due to its dry climate, Palo Santo trees, prickly pear cactus, and salt bushes make up Baltra’s vegetation; Baltra has no visitor sites.

After settling into your cabin, enjoy a welcome lunch on board before sailing to your next visitor site.

Afternoon: DRAGON HILL
Dry landing at Cerro Dragon for a fantastic hike observing a variety of flora and fauna: land iguanas, reptiles, Darwin finches, mockingbirds, endemic doves, yellow warblers, and more along extensive vegetation, especially “holy trees.” The trail leads to a high point with amazing views of the bay.

Return to the yacht. Guide’s group briefing, dinner, and overnight on board.

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DAY 2: WEDNESDAY

Morning: SANTIAGO ISLAND
After breakfast, visit the picturesque site of Caleta Bucanero at Santiago Island. The bay was the first port in the archipelago where buccaneers, pirates, and whalers disembarked. The bay is known for crystal-clear waters and abundant marine life including sea turtles, rays, and colorful tropical fish. After the hike, enjoy snorkeling to observe marine life.
Lunch on board the yacht.

Afternoon: SANTIAGO ISLAND
Visit Egas Port (wet landing), named after Jorge Egas, who explored the island in the 1930s and opened the first salt mine at Sugarloaf Volcano. Charles Darwin visited this site in 1835. The trail begins on volcanic ash (a tuff cone) and continues on volcanic basaltic rock along the shoreline.

Bird species along the trail include lava herons, night herons, pelicans, American oystercatchers, blue-footed boobies, yellow-crowned finches, willets, and yellow warblers. Colonies of marine iguanas and Sally light-foot crabs are commonly seen on the volcanic rocks.

Then visit Espumilla Beach with turquoise waters, home to Darwin’s finches and Galapagos mockingbirds. You may snorkel and swim in its clear waters to explore marine wildlife.

Return to the boat for rest, briefing by your guide, dinner, and overnight on board.

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DAY 3: THURSDAY

Morning: FERNANDINA ISLAND
Board the Zodiac-panga toward Espinoza Point (dry landing), a pristine site at Fernandina Island filled with endemic wildlife and breathtaking petrified lava-rock formations. Observe the largest marine iguana colony, Galapagos hawks, sea turtles, mangrove forests, and the endemic flightless cormorant.
Return to the yacht for lunch.

Afternoon: ISABELA ISLAND
Arrive at the west side of Isabela Island at Urbina Bay (wet landing). This area features a coral reef exposed above sea level. On clear days, enjoy panoramic views of Alcedo Volcano. With luck, spot giant Galapagos tortoises along the trail, yellow-colored land iguanas, hawks, flycatchers, mockingbirds, and various finches.

Snorkel from the beach surrounded by marine iguanas, sea lions, flightless cormorants, sea turtles, and more.

Return to the yacht. Evening briefing, dinner, and overnight on board.

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DAY 4: FRIDAY

Morning: ISABELA ISLAND
Visit Elisabeth Bay, composed of several small islets with mangrove vegetation home to sea lions, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, brown pelicans, a small penguin colony, white-tipped sharks, eagle rays, and golden rays.
Return to the yacht for lunch.

Afternoon: ISABELA ISLAND
After a short sail, arrive at Moreno Point. Board the Zodiac for a ride along the rocky shoreline to the dock (dry landing). Hike through tidal lagoons and mangrove forests rich in wildlife. Look for green turtles, white-tipped sharks, colorful fish, Galapagos flamingos, herons, and more in the clear waters.

Return to Letty. Dinner and overnight on board.

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DAY 5: SATURDAY

Morning: ISABELA ISLAND
Visit Las Tintoreras, a group of small islets filled with marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, sea lions, marine turtles, and sharks. Calm and clear waters make it ideal for spotting marine life. Continue to Puerto Villamil and take transportation to Volcán Chico (about 860 m.a.s.l.) to enjoy panoramic views of Volcán Sierra Negra and surrounding vegetation and birdlife. Short hike before returning for lunch.

Afternoon: ISABELA ISLAND
Visit a special location in the Isabela Highlands to explore the Tortoise Farm & Research Center. Walk among giant tortoises in semi-wild conditions and learn about National Park conservation efforts.

Note: Land visits may vary due to weather and road conditions. Your guide will brief you the night before in case of modifications.

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DAY 6: SUNDAY

Morning: SANTA CRUZ ISLAND
Arrival to Puerto Ayora on the main populated island. Disembark and stroll the main avenue to the famous Charles Darwin Research Station to interact with giant tortoises and learn about their breeding stages. Visit local shops for souvenirs before lunch.

Afternoon: SANTA CRUZ ISLAND
Hike to Tortuga Bay, a large white-sand beach and nesting area for sea turtles. Enjoy the long beach, swimming, and snorkeling in a nearby cove with calmer waters. Accessible by an easy trail from Puerto Ayora. Return to the port for farewell dinner and overnight.

Note: Land visits may vary due to weather and road conditions. Your guide will brief you the night before in case of modifications.

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DAY 7: MONDAY

Morning: SAN CRISTÓBAL ISLAND
Final visit to Lobos Islands near Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. Named for the large sea lion colonies, enjoy walking around the beach observing these playful creatures. Transfer to the boat and then to San Cristóbal Airport for your flight back to the mainland or to the main pier if you plan to stay longer in the Galapagos.

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ITINERARY "COMPLETE EAST AND CENTRAL" (9 DAYS - 8 NIGHTS)

Day	Activity
Day 1	AM - San Cristobal Island: Airport & Transfer PM - San Cristobal Island: Interpretation Center
Day 2	AM - San Cristobal Island: Punta Pitt PM - San Cristobal Island: Cerro Brujo - Kicker Rock
Day 3	AM - Española Island: Gardner Bay PM - Española Island: Suarez Point
Day 4	AM - Floreana Island: Mirador Baronnessa / Post Office PM - Floreana Island: Cormorant Point
Day 5	AM - North Seymour Island PM - Bartholomew Island
Day 6	AM - Genovesa Island: Darwin Bay PM - Genovesa Island: El Barranco
Day 7	AM - South Plazas Island PM - Santa Fe Island
Day 8	AM - Santa Cruz Island: El Chato - Twin Craters PM - Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin
Day 9	AM - Mosquera Islet PM - Baltra Island: Transfer & Airport

DAY BY DAY ITINERARY

IMPORTANT!
Please note that itinerary is subject to variation and/or changes of visits without prior notice mainly due to weather conditions, sea currents, and/or Galapagos National Park Regulations.

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DAY 1: MONDAY

Morning – Noon: ARRIVAL – SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND
Arrival at San Cristobal Airport. If you booked your flights with us, your guide will be waiting at the airport to take you to Yacht Letty (passengers with own flights or already in Galapagos will be properly informed of meeting point and time to join the cruise from the main pier). Lunch on board.

Afternoon: SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND
After lunch, visit the Interpretation Center to explore the history of the islands in their natural, human, and conservation contexts, with two permanent interactive exhibits: the Natural History Room and the Human History Room. If time permits, visit Playa Mann. Return to Yacht Letty. Briefing, dinner, and overnight on board.

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DAY 2: TUESDAY

Morning: SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND
After breakfast, board the Zodiac to Pitt Point (wet landing at beach) for an active trail-hike up a volcanic tuff with fantastic views. Spot all three species of boobies—Blue, Red, and Nazca—plus frigate birds, other seabirds, and playful sea lions. Excellent spot for snorkeling and swimming.

Afternoon: SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND
After lunch, disembark (wet landing) at Witch Hill (Cerro Brujo), an eroding tuff cone with lava formations and volcanic rocks; features a lovely white-sand beach great for snorkeling and swimming. Spot migratory birds: whimbrels, white-cheeked pintails, stilts, and more. Continue to Kicker Rock, a giant rock formation shaped like a sleeping lion, home to hundreds of blue-footed boobies, tropical birds, and frigate birds. Snorkel among marvelous marine life, with a chance to spot hammerhead sharks. Return to yacht. Briefing, dinner, and overnight.

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DAY 3: WEDNESDAY

Morning: ESPAÑOLA ISLAND
After breakfast, take the Zodiac to Española, the oldest island in the archipelago, with wet landing at Gardner Bay—a breathtaking large coral sandy beach filled with curious sea lions. Snorkeling is highly recommended to spot rays, white-tipped sharks, and colorful reef fish; great for kayaking. Spot marine iguanas, endemic mockingbirds, Sally light-foot crabs, and blue-footed boobies. Lunch on board Letty.

Afternoon: ESPAÑOLA ISLAND
Dry landing at Suarez Point, a bird sanctuary with amazing species variety, especially waved albatrosses (nesting April–December), endemic mockingbirds, swallow-tailed gulls, Nazca and blue-footed boobies, tropical birds, and more. After an afternoon hike, return to the boat. Dinner and overnight.

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DAY 4: THURSDAY

Morning: FLOREANA ISLAND
Wet landing on the north side of Floreana at Post Office Bay, named after Captain James Colnett (1973), who installed a wooden barrel serving as an improvised post office where sailors drop letters to be taken by others traveling to Europe—some letters arrive home long after the sender! Hike to Baroness viewpoint for panoramic island views. Spot Darwin finches, lava lizards, sea lions, yellow warblers, and more. Good opportunities to snorkel and swim. Lunch on board.

Afternoon: FLOREANA ISLAND
Disembark at Cormorant Point on the south side, featuring a golden-greenish olivine-rich beach. Nearby, a brackish lake hosts migratory and coastal birds, ideal for flamingo-watching. A significant percentage of the Galapagos flamingo population lives in this pond. Flamingos migrate between islands but never fly toward mainland Ecuador; ancestors come from the Caribbean. Trail continues to a white-sand beach, an important nesting site for Green Pacific Sea Turtles. Return to yacht. Briefing, dinner, and overnight.

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DAY 5: FRIDAY

Morning: NORTH SEYMOUR ISLAND
Early morning dry landing at North Seymour Island for a short hike among blue-footed boobies nesting areas, magnificent frigate birds, sea lions, lizards, swallow-tailed gulls, and endemic vegetation.

Afternoon: BALTRA ISLAND
Sail to Baltra Island (arriving around 09:30–10:00) for your flight back to mainland or end at Itabaca Channel’s pier if you plan to stay longer in the Galapagos. End of services.

Afternoon (Alternative Visit): BARTOLOME ISLAND
Visit one of the archipelago’s most iconic islands, Bartolome, a magnificent place for snorkeling and breathtaking hikes. Two disembarking options (to be decided with your guide): dock with wooden staircase (372 steps) to the summit, home to Pinnacle Rock—probably the most photographed site in Galapagos. Vegetation is sparse due to altitude; pioneer plants establish roots here. Nearby dunes covered by mangroves. The coral beach next to Pinnacle Rock is a wet landing site great for snorkeling with tropical fish, sea lions, and penguins resting on intertidal lava. Evening briefing, dinner, and overnight on board.

Important: Today the yacht may receive/embark more guests to join the cruise; however, scheduled itinerary and activities will not be interrupted.

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DAY 6: SATURDAY

Morning: GENOVESA ISLAND
Wet landing at Darwin Bay, a sandy coral beach with views of the shoe-horse shaped bay. Spot birdlife such as Galapagos hawk, frigate birds, red-footed boobies, mockingbirds, lava gulls, and swallow-tailed gulls. Lunch on board.

Afternoon: GENOVESA ISLAND
Dry landing and hike at Prince Philip’s Steps—a narrow land stretch opening onto a plateau surrounding Darwin Bay. Zodiac ride to the far side of the caldera with red-billed tropicbirds overhead and Galapagos fur seals on shore. At the stairway top, encounter Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, mockingbirds, and finches through palo santo forest to an open lava field. Watch for wedge-rumped storm petrels and short-eared owls. Return to yacht. Evening briefing, dinner, and overnight.

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DAY 7: SUNDAY

Morning: SOUTH PLAZA ISLAND
Dry landing at South Plaza Island. Hike through colorful cactus forest (Opuntia cacti) surrounded by sea lions, marine and yellow-hybrid land iguanas, and diverse birdlife including tropical birds, Nazca and blue-footed boobies. Lunch on board Letty.

Afternoon: SANTA FE ISLAND
Wet landing at northeast Santa Fe. Hike through endemic cactus forest; look for land iguanas (largest iguana species in Galapagos), Galapagos snake, hawks, Darwin’s finches, and mockingbirds. Possibility to snorkel and swim. Evening briefing, dinner, and overnight.

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DAY 8: MONDAY

Morning: SANTA CRUZ ISLAND
Visit Highlands of Santa Cruz to a natural reserve for giant Galapagos tortoises in semi-natural state (live up to 200 years, over 450 pounds). Option to visit Lava Tunnels formed by volcanic eruptions millions of years ago.

Afternoon: SANTA CRUZ ISLAND
Visit Puerto Ayora town and the Charles Darwin Research Station to interact with giant tortoises and learn about their breeding stages from hatchlings to adults (100+ years). Stroll town for souvenirs. Return to yacht for dinner and overnight.

Note: Land visits may vary due to weather and road conditions. Your guide will brief you the night before in case of modifications.

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DAY 9: TUESDAY

Morning: MOSQUERA ISLET & BALTRA ISLAND
Visit Mosquera Islet, a small coral sand islet between North and South Seymour Islands. Home to sea lion colonies that laze on soft white sand. Spot shorebirds, herons, lava gulls, and boobies.

Return to yacht and disembark at Baltra Island (around 09:30–10:00) for your flight back to mainland or end at Itabaca Channel’s pier if staying longer in Galapagos.

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ITINERARY "SOUTH CENTRAL" (5 DAYS - 4 NIGHTS)

Day	Activity
Day 1	AM - San Cristobal Island: Airport & Transfer PM - San Cristobal Island: Interpretation Center
Day 2	AM - San Cristobal Island: Punta Pitt PM - San Cristobal Island: Brujo Hill / Sleeping Lion
Day 3	AM - Española Island: Gardner Bay PM - Española Island: Suarez Point
Day 4	AM - Floreana Island: Mirador Baronnessa / Post Office PM - Floreana Island: Cormorant
Day 5	AM - North Seymour Island PM - Baltra Island: Transfer & Airport

DAY BY DAY ITINERARY

IMPORTANT!
Please note that the itinerary is subject to variation and/or change of visits without prior notice, mainly due to weather conditions, sea currents and/or Galapagos National Park Regulations.

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DAY 1: MONDAY

Morning – Noon: ARRIVAL – SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND
Arrival at the airport in San Cristobal. If you booked your flights with us, your guide will be expecting you at the airport to take you to Yacht Letty (passengers with their own flights or already in Galapagos will be informed of the meeting point and time to join the cruise from the main pier). Lunch on board.

Afternoon: SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND
After lunch, visit the Interpretation Center, which takes you through the history of the islands in their natural, human, and conservation contexts, with two permanent and interactive exhibits: the Natural History Room and the Human History Room. If time permits, visit Playa Mann. Return to Yacht Letty.
Briefing, dinner, and overnight on board.

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DAY 2: TUESDAY

Morning: SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND
After breakfast, board the Zodiac to Pitt Point (wet landing at the beach) for an active trail hike to the top of a volcanic tuff cone with fantastic views. You will be able to spot all three species of boobies in one place: Blue-footed, Red-footed, and Nazca Boobies, plus frigate birds, other seabirds, and playful sea lions. Excellent spot for snorkeling and swimming.

Afternoon: SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND
After lunch, disembark (wet landing) at Witch Hill (Cerro Brujo), an eroding tuff cone with lava formations and volcanic rocks. It features a lovely white-sand beach ideal for snorkeling and swimming. Great site to spot migratory birds like whimbrels, white-cheeked pintails, stilts, and more.
Continue to Kicker Rock, a giant rock formation shaped like a sleeping lion — remains of an ancient volcano cone. Home to hundreds of blue-footed boobies, tropical birds, and frigate birds. You may also snorkel to see its marvelous marine life, with a chance to spot hammerhead sharks.
Return to the yacht. Briefing, dinner, and overnight.

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DAY 3: WEDNESDAY

Morning: ESPAÑOLA ISLAND
After breakfast, take the Zodiac to Española Island with a wet landing at Gardner Bay, a breathtaking large coralline sandy beach full of curious sea lions.
Snorkeling is highly recommended — you may see rays, white-tipped sharks, and colorful reef fish. Great site for kayaking as well. Spot colonies of marine iguanas, endemic mockingbirds, Sally Lightfoot crabs, and blue-footed boobies.
Lunch on board the Letty.

Afternoon: ESPAÑOLA ISLAND
Dry disembarkation at Suarez Point, considered one of the best bird sanctuaries in the archipelago. Highlights include the magnificent waved albatrosses (nesting between April and December), endemic mockingbirds, swallow-tailed gulls, Nazca and blue-footed boobies, tropical birds, and more.
After the hike, return to the boat. Dinner and overnight.

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DAY 4: THURSDAY

Morning: FLOREANA ISLAND
Wet landing at Post Office Bay, named by Captain James Colnett in 1793. He installed a wooden barrel for sailors to use as a mail drop — a tradition that continues today. Hike up to Baroness Viewpoint for panoramic views of the island.
Look for Darwin finches, lava lizards, sea lions, and yellow warblers. Also a good opportunity for snorkeling and swimming.
Lunch on board the yacht.

Afternoon: FLOREANA ISLAND
Disembark at Cormorant Point, featuring a unique golden-greenish beach rich in olivine crystals from volcanic origin.
Inland, visit a brackish lagoon, an ideal site for flamingo-watching. This lagoon hosts a significant portion of the Galapagos flamingo population (around 1,200–1,500 individuals).
The trail continues to a white-sand beach, one of the most important nesting sites for the Green Pacific Sea Turtle.
Return to the yacht. Briefing, dinner, and overnight.

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DAY 5: FRIDAY

Morning: NORTH SEYMOUR & BALTRA ISLANDS
Early visit to North Seymour Island (dry landing) for a short hike around nesting areas of blue-footed boobies, magnificent frigatebirds, sea lions, lizards, swallow-tailed gulls, and endemic vegetation.
Then sail to Baltra Island, arriving around 09:30–10:00 for your return flight to the mainland, or to Itabaca Channel’s pier if staying longer in Galapagos.
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ITINERARY "NORTH CENTRAL" (5 DAYS - 4 NIGHTS)

Day	Activity
Day 1	AM - Baltra Island: Airport & Transfer PM - Bartolome Island
Day 2	AM - Genovesa Island: Darwin Bay PM - Genovesa Island: El Barranco
Day 3	AM - South Plazas Island PM - Santa Fe Island
Day 4	AM - Santa Cruz Island: El Chato - Twin Craters PM - Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin
Day 5	AM - Mosquera Islet PM - Baltra Island: Transfer & Airport

 

DAY BY DAY ITINERARY

IMPORTANT!
Please note that the itinerary is subject to variation and/or changes of visits without prior notice, mainly due to weather conditions, sea currents, and/or Galapagos National Park regulations.

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DAY 1: FRIDAY

Morning – Noon: ARRIVAL – BALTRA ISLAND
Arrival at Baltra Airport. If you booked your flights with us, your guide will be waiting for you to take you to Yacht Letty. (Passengers with their own flights or already in the Galapagos will be informed of the meeting point and time to join the cruise from the main pier).
Lunch on board.

Afternoon: BARTOLOMÉ ISLAND
Visit one of the most iconic islands in the archipelago: Bartolomé. A magnificent site for snorkeling and breathtaking views during the hike.

There are two possible disembarkation options (to be confirmed by your guide the night before):

• Dry landing: Access a wooden staircase of 372 steps leading to the summit with panoramic views, including the famous Pinnacle Rock, the most photographed site in the Galapagos.

• Wet landing: Coralline beach next to Pinnacle Rock, where you can snorkel among tropical fish, sea lions, and possibly even Galapagos penguins.

Evening briefing, dinner, and overnight on board.

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DAY 2: SATURDAY

Morning: GENOVESA ISLAND
Wet landing at Darwin Bay, a sandy coral beach with a stunning viewpoint over the horseshoe-shaped bay. Great opportunity to spot birdlife such as Galapagos hawks, frigate birds, red-footed boobies, mockingbirds, lava gulls, and swallow-tailed gulls.
Lunch on board.

Afternoon: GENOVESA ISLAND – PRINCE PHILIP’S STEPS
Dry landing and hike at Prince Philip’s Steps, leading to the plateau around Darwin Bay. Along the trail, see Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, mockingbirds, and finches. The trail ends in an expansive lava field where you can spot wedge-rumped storm petrels and, with luck, short-eared owls.
Return to the Yacht. Evening briefing, dinner, and overnight on board.

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DAY 3: SUNDAY

Morning: SOUTH PLAZA ISLAND
Dry landing at South Plaza Island. Enjoy a hike through a colorful Opuntia cactus forest surrounded by sea lions, land and hybrid iguanas, and birdlife such as tropical birds, Nazca and blue-footed boobies.
Lunch on board.

Afternoon: SANTA FE ISLAND
Wet landing at the northeast of Santa Fe Island. Hike through an endemic cactus forest where you may see land iguanas (the largest in the Galapagos), Galapagos snakes, hawks, Darwin’s finches, and mockingbirds.
Opportunity for snorkeling and swimming.
Evening briefing, dinner, and overnight on board.

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DAY 4: MONDAY

Morning: SANTA CRUZ ISLAND – HIGHLANDS
Visit the highlands of Santa Cruz to explore a natural giant tortoise reserve. These iconic creatures can weigh over 450 pounds and live up to 200 years. Optional visit to the lava tunnels, natural formations from ancient volcanic activity.

Afternoon: SANTA CRUZ ISLAND – PUERTO AYORA
After lunch, visit Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Research Station, where you can interact closely with giant tortoises and observe different breeding stages — from hatchlings to full-grown adults over 100 years old.
Take time to stroll around the town, shop for local souvenirs, and support the island economy.
Return to the Yacht for dinner and overnight.

Note: Land visits today may vary due to weather and road conditions. Your guide will brief you the night before in case of any modifications.

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DAY 5: TUESDAY

Morning: MOSQUERA ISLET & BALTRA ISLAND
After breakfast, visit Mosquera Islet, a tiny low-lying sandbar between North and South Seymour Islands. Home to a colony of sea lions, it's also a good place to spot shorebirds, herons, lava gulls, and boobies.

Return to Yacht Letty and disembark at Baltra Island around 09:30–10:00 for your flight back to the mainland, or at Itabaca Channel pier if you are staying in the Galapagos.
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