Natural Paradise Galapagos Yacht
Galapagos Last Minute
8 days (8A)
Luxury class
San Cristobal | South Plaza | Rabida | Bartholomew | Santiago | Santa Cruz | Genovesa | Bachas Beach
- Price per Person
- Price per Boat
Your Trip details
Day 1: Arrival San Cristobal, Kicker Rock & Witch Hill | Day 2: South Plaza, Black Turtle Cove | Day 3: Rabida, Bartholomew | Day 4: Sullivan Bay, Dragon Hill | Day 5: Highlands & Twin Craters, Fausto Llerena | Day 6: Genovesa (El Barranco, Darwin Bay) | Day 7: Santiago (Buccaneer Cove, Espumilla, Egas Port) | Day 8: Bachas Beach, Baltra departure
This 8-day Galapagos expedition aboard the Natural Paradise Yacht offers an unforgettable journey through the archipelago's most iconic islands. Starting on San Cristobal, visit Kicker Rock and Witch Hill, then explore South Plaza, Rabida, and Bartholomew. Discover the volcanic landscapes of Sullivan Bay and the wildlife of Dragon Hill. Spend time in the Santa Cruz Highlands with giant tortoises and visit the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center. Explore the bird paradise of Genovesa and the historic sites of Santiago. End at Bachas Beach before departing from Baltra. The Natural Paradise is an intimate luxury yacht accommodating 16 guests in 9 double cabins.
Itinerary & Travel activities
8 days trip
7 nights
DAY 1 – Tuesday
AM»Arrival at San Cristobal Airport – Transfer to boat
PM»San Cristobal: Kicker Rock and Witch Hill
Your 8-day Galapagos expedition begins on San Cristobal Island. Upon arrival at the airport, your guide will meet you and transfer you to the Natural Paradise Yacht. After a welcome briefing, we visit two iconic sites.
Kicker Rock & Witch Hill
Kicker Rock is a dramatic volcanic formation rising from the sea, home to blue-footed boobies and frigatebirds. At Witch Hill, a beautiful white-sand beach, see sea lions and enjoy swimming and snorkeling.
DAY 2 – Wednesday
AM»Visit South Plaza Island
PM»Santa Cruz: Visit Black Turtle Cove
South Plaza
A small island with unusual vegetation and a large land iguana colony. See sea lions, swallow-tailed gulls, and frigatebirds along the cliffs.
Black Turtle Cove
A mangrove estuary explored by panga, where sea turtles, rays, and reef sharks gather in the calm, clear water.
DAY 3 – Thursday
AM»Visit Rabida Island
PM»Visit Bartholomew Island
Rabida
Famous for its red-sand beach rich in iron. Sea lions rest on the shore, Darwin finches flit through palo santo trees, and flamingos visit the lagoon.
Bartholomew Island
Climb to the archipelago’s most iconic viewpoint overlooking Pinnacle Rock. Snorkel at the base with Galapagos penguins.
DAY 4 – Friday
AM»Santiago: Visit Sullivan Bay
PM»Santa Cruz: Visit Dragon Hill
Sullivan Bay
Walk across a vast field of ropey lava from an 1897 eruption, observing fascinating volcanic formations and pioneer plants.
Dragon Hill
A site with a large land iguana colony reintroduced by the breeding program. The trail leads to a viewpoint over the bay, with flamingos in the lagoon.
DAY 5 – Saturday
AM»Santa Cruz: Visit the Highlands and Twin Craters
PM»Santa Cruz: Visit Fausto Llerena Breeding Center
Highlands & Twin Craters
Explore the lush highlands to see giant tortoises roaming wild. Visit the Los Gemelos pit craters surrounded by Scalesia forest.
Fausto Llerena Breeding Center
At the Charles Darwin Research Station, see giant tortoises of all ages raised for repatriation and learn about conservation work.
DAY 6 – Sunday
AM»Genovesa: Visit El Barranco
PM»Genovesa: Visit Darwin Bay
El Barranco
Prince Philip’s Steps: climb to a premier bird nesting site with red-footed boobies and storm petrels.
Darwin Bay
Beautiful bay with seabirds nesting in mangroves: boobies, gulls, and Darwin finches.
DAY 7 – Monday
AM»Santiago: Visit Buccaneer Cove and Espumilla Beach
PM»Santiago: Visit Egas Port
Buccaneer Cove & Espumilla Beach
A historic pirate anchorage with dramatic cliffs. At Espumilla Beach, see marine iguanas and Sally Lightfoot crabs.
Egas Port
Black-sand beach with fur sea lions and marine iguanas; good snorkeling in clear water.
DAY 8 – Tuesday
AM»Santa Cruz: Visit Bachas Beach
PM»Baltra: Transfer to Baltra Airport
Bachas Beach
White-sand beach of decomposed coral, a favorite sea turtle nesting site. Nearby lagoons host flamingos, and playful sea lions swim with visitors. Transfer to Baltra Airport, concluding an unforgettable 8-day expedition.
Cruise price details
Accommodation
Accomodation on selected shared cabin, check out single use and details
Price per person in USD:
Cabin types:
Entire Boat price in USD:
5,267
Single Deluxe cabin
Double Deluxe cabin
5,267
Departure guaranteed:
Places available:
Max guests:
10 Guests
4
16 guest
Facilities
Sundeck
Lounge area
Dining area
Bar
Reading Material
Air conditioning
Safe deposit box
110v Electricity point in cabin
Emergency Satellite Phone
Toiletries
Hair Dryer
Inclueded in the price
Briefings & lectures
Accommodation with private bathroom
Excursions with a certified Naturalist Guide
Fuel Surcharge
Meals: From lunch on Day 1, until breakfast on the final day.
Unlimited purified water, tea, coffee, snacks.
Government Taxes
National Park Entry Fees
Cabin towels
Wetsuit for rent
Excursions to the islands
Bus ticket Baltra Airport / Itabaca channel – $5 pp *Depending on the cruise.
Kayaks
Galapagos Transit Card $23 p.p
Not inclueded in the price
Tips
Departure Taxes
Alcoholic Drinks
Galapagos National Park Fee $100 p.p
Galapagos Transit Card $20 p.p
Extra services
Airfares
Available Cruises
Natural Paradise Galapagos Yacht
This intimate ship can comfortably hold up to 16 guests on 8, 5, and 4-day Galapagos tours. Travelers can pick from 9 different spacious and comfortable cabins that include suites with balconies overlooking the ocean, junior suites, and staterooms, all featuring large bathrooms, air-conditioning, and luxury amenities. Natural Paradise guest will enjoy every part of their trip with gorgeous views from the sundeck with a jacuzzi, delicious meals in the barbecue and al fresco dining areas, and a safe internal staircase. Throughout their trip, travelers will also enjoy excellent service provided by the ships’ 10 crew members and cruise director during their time aboard, and a certified bilingual naturalist guide for all excursions.
Yacht
Model:
Motor Yacht
Lenght:
111 ft. (34 m)
Beam:
26 feet / 8 meters
Diving possible:
NO
Crew:
10 members + naturalist guide
Chef on board
YES
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Important Information
- Each passenger must have a valid passport.
- In order to satisfy customs requirements it is mandatory that we receive passport details (first and last name, citizenship, date and place of birth, passport number and validity) at least one week prior to embarkation.
- Failure to provide the required information could result in a denial of embarkation.