In the Steps of Pirates and Darwin | Galapagos Boutique Yachts

In the Steps of Pirates and Darwin | Evolution Yacht

In the Steps of Pirates and Darwin

Follow the paths of pirates and Charles Darwin on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the Galapagos Islands. This immersive expedition features volcanic landscapes, remote islands, and remarkable wildlife encounters. From snorkeling with sea lions and penguins to observing rare endemic species, each day offers insight into the evolution and natural history of this unique destination.

Day by day

Day 1: Baltra Island & Daphne Island: Eden for Animals

a.m. Arrive to Baltra Island Airport p.m. Daphne Island or Bahia Borrero Your journey begins with a morning arrival at Baltra Island Airport. After a park inspection, you will meet your naturalist guide and transfer to the yacht by bus and dinghy. Once onboard, settle into your cabin and attend a briefing. In the afternoon, visit Bahia Borrero or view Daphne Minor. Bahia Borrero features a calm mangrove inlet where you may see sea turtles, reef sharks, rays, and tropical fish during a dinghy ride. Alternatively, Daphne Minor is known for important research on Darwin’s finches. This day provides a gentle introduction to the Galapagos ecosystem.

Day 2: Isabela Island & Fernandina Island: The Archipelago’s Newest Work

a.m. Isabela Island: Punta Vicente Roca p.m. Fernandina Island: Punta Espinoza Start at Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela Island, where volcanic cliffs create nutrient-rich waters. A dinghy ride reveals seabirds such as blue-footed boobies and flightless cormorants. Snorkeling offers chances to see sea lions, turtles, rays, and fish. Later, cross the Bolivar Channel, where whales are sometimes spotted, and continue to Fernandina Island. At Punta Espinoza, walk across lava fields filled with marine iguanas. You may also see Galapagos penguins and flightless cormorants. This island is one of the most pristine in the archipelago.

Day 3: Isabela Island: Yellow Dragons and Underwater Pastures

Day 4: Santiago Island: Pinnacle and Lavascapes

Day 5: Santa Cruz Island & Rabida Island: The Red Island

Day 6: Santa Cruz Island: Realm of the Tortoise

Day 7: Española Island: The Perfect Beach and Blowhole

Day 8: San Cristobal: Farewell to Darwin’s First Island

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Cruise Includes

Comprehensive pre- and post-cruise information material

Daily buffet breakfast and lunch offering a wide choice of dishes

Daily served dinner offering a choice of two main courses cruise

Guides & activities throughout the cruise

All transfers (with rest of group) while in

Soft drinks, juice, coffee, chocolate, water and tea throughout the cruise

Lectures and entertainment on board

Snorkeling equipment & wetsuits (shorties)

Kayaks and equipment

8 Days / 7 Nights aboard the selected yacht in selected accommodations

Daily served meals or buffet offering a wide choice of dishes

Naturalist guides & activities throughout the cruise

Transfers (with rest of group) while in Galapagos

Select wines, local beer, cocktails, spirits, soft drinks, juice, coffee, hot chocolate, water and tea are included throughout the cruise

Lectures and entertainment onboard

Snorkeling equipment (masks, snorkels & fins) and wetsuits (3mm long wetsuit)

Kayaks, Paddleboards and equipment

Galapagos National Park entrance fee ($200 USD adults / $100 USD children) *

Galapagos Transit Control Card ($20 USD per person) *

Starlink® Internet / Wi-Fi connection throughout the cruise

Full meals on board (breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Cruise does not include

Flights, accomodations, meals, excursions and transfers other than those included in the itinerary

Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee - $200 USD

Ingala Transit Control Card - $20 USD

Beverages purchased at the ship’s bar (all-inclusive packages available)

Gratuities to guides, crew and staff

Extra expenses (communication, laundry, souvenirs, etc.)

Personal travel insurance

Flights, accommodations, meals, excursions and transfers other than those included in the itinerary

International air tickets to either Quito or Guayaquil, Ecuador

Gratuities to guides, crew and staff

Personal expenses

Travel insurance and medical evacuation insurance

Premium brands of wines, beer or spirits

Mainland Ecuador arrangements (we’d be delighted to arrange these for you)

Galapagos flights (required to be confirmed with Quasar) *

Highlights

Close encounters with wildlife such as giant tortoises, sea lions, penguins, and marine iguanas

Visits to remote islands including Fernandina and Espanola

Snorkeling with rays, reef sharks, and tropical fish

Exploration of volcanic landscapes and lava flows

Insight into Darwin’s theory of evolution

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From USD 9500,00