This Santa Cruz II – 5 Day Cruise West Galapagos itinerary begins in Baltra, where you will sail towards Dragon Hill on Santa Cruz Island for an interesting hike through palo santo forests that are full of the Galapagos’ famed land iguanas. Overnight, sail around the seahorse-shaped Isabela Island to two great visitor sites: Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela Island (with the fascinating geology of the collapsed Ecuador volcano) and then wild and pure Punta Espinoza on Fernandina (one of the most pristine islands in the world, with one of the archipelago’s biggest colony of marine iguanas and opportunities to see flightless cormorants).
From there, sail back around to Santa Cruz Island to visit the world-famous Charles Darwin Research Station, where scientists are involved in research and conservation efforts, the most well-known of which involves a captive breeding program for Galapagos giant tortoises. After that, spend the afternoon enjoying a range of activities. The following day head onto Floreana Island, exploring its human history and stunning wildlife at both Post Office Bay and Cormorant Point. The next day we say goodbye to the Galapagos Islands after an amazing journey!
The highly advanced Santa Cruz II Cruise is an Expedition Vessel specifically designed to operate in these isolated regions, making it the perfect fit for exploring the remote Galapagos Islands. This vessel has it all: dining spaces, social areas, hot tubs, a gym, an entertainment room, a bar and lounge, and even a fully-stocked library. The cabins are very spacious and all with their own private bathroom. With some of the latest advances in sustainable sailing, the Santa Cruz II also aims to protect the delicate and beautiful ecosystem that it explores. Guests can relish the Galapagos Islands landscapes at the rear terrace, which also doubles as an area for enjoying Happy Hour specials or freshly barbecued snacks.
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