Western, Central and Eastern Islands

Day 1: San Cristobel Island

After a morning arrival at San Cristobal Airport, you will then be transferred to the boat. In the afternoon you will visit Witch Hill situated on the northern coast. This eroded hill and white sand creates one of the most picturesque beaches in the Galapagos, home to an abundance of animals including sea turtles, rays and booby birds. This provides the perfect opportunity for swimming and snorkelling.

Day 2: Bartholomew Island & Chinese Hat Island

Arrive in the morning at Bartholomew Island, an extinct volcano and the home of the famous Pinnacle Rock. Hike up the volcano, observing the red, orange, black and green volcanic formations and experience one of the best views of all the islands. Visit the beach for possible sightings of the Galapagos penguin and snorkel to see the colourful fish, rays and reef sharks.

Chinese Hat Islet is located near the southeast coast of Santiago Island, whose name is derived from its distinct shape. It is the perfect location for hiking and snorkelling and to view geological formations such as lava tubes and lava flows.

Day 3: Fernandina Island & Isabela Island

Arrive in the morning at one of the most pristine island ecosystems, Espinoza Point. As no foreign species have invaded Fernandina Island, it is a great opportunity to see the flightless cormorant nesting site and the Galapagos hawk. The area also features an active volcano "La Cumbre" with lava fields reaching the ocean.

In the afternoon visit Tagus Cove on Isabela Island, to explore winding trails by Lake Darwin revealing extraordinary views. Hike around the cove to view the Darwin Volcano and for possible sightings of penguins and flightless cormorants, and head north to Punta Tortuga, a beach surrounded by mangroves.

Day 4: Urban Bay & Moreno Point (Isabela)

Located at the base of Alcedo Volcano between Tagus Cove and Elizabeth Bay, Urbina Bay is a great place to snorkel to see the coral reef, giant tortoises, tropical fish and rays. The area also features the biggest land iguanas in the Galapagos and two hiking trails.

Moreno Point is the perfect place for avid birdwatchers, with dinghy rides or hikes providing ample opportunity to view pink flamingos, gallinules and pintail ducks. Green sea turtles or white-tip sharks can also be spotted by hiking through the lava rocks leading to the tide pools.

Day 5: North Seymour Island

In the morning see Galapagos sea lions, blue-footed boobies and frigatebirds on North Seymour Island. The island is characterised by its arid vegetation, and snorkelling or dinghy rides offer possible sightings of reef sharks, fish and garden eels.

From here, transfer to the Baltra Airport for departure.

• All meals and excursions
• Transfers in the islands
• Bilingual National Park Guide
• Use of snorkelling equipment/Wetsuit

• Roundtrip Airfare to/from Galapagos
• Alcoholic drinks
• $100 Galapagos National Park fee
• $20 Transit Control Card
• Nitrox ($150)
• Dive equipment
• Travel / medical insurance
• Tips
• Personal Expenses