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– During a full day tour of Quito, marvel at the gold leaf interior of the Jesuit church of la Compañía—a fine example of the mix of European influences and indigenous art called the Baroque school of Quito; enjoy a lunch of Ecuadorian specialties; and view a unique collection of pre-Columbian art.
– Observe with remarkable proximity the diversity of endemic species such as the Nazca, red- and blue-footed boobies; giant tortoises; Santa Fe land iguanas; and the famous Darwin’s finches.
– Discover the myriad of aquatic wildlife in the clear waters of the world’s second largest marine reserve.
– Snorkel with sea lions, colorful tropical fish, and sea turtles—or observe them through a glass bottom boat.
– Explore secluded inlets and stroll sweeping white coral beaches, such as Darwin Bay.
– See tidal pools and pass by colonies of various bird species.
– Visit the lush highlands of Santa Cruz Island, the perfect habitat to see the Galapagos Giant Tortoise, and Puerto Egas on Santiago Island, an ideal location to see the Galapagos fur seal.
Day 1: En Route from U.S. / Arrive in Quito, Ecuador
Day 2: Quito
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Quito / Flight to Baltra / Santa Cruz: Highlands | Puerto Ayora – Embarkation
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Santiago: Puerto Egas | Chinese Hat Islet
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Genovesa: Prince Philip’s Steps | Darwin Bay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Santa Fe / South Plaza
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Baltra – Disembarkation / Flight to Quito, Ecuador
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8: Quito / Depart for U.S.
Meals: Breakfast
Activity Level: Moderate
Guests should be sure-footed on stairs and able to walk at least one mile on rocky, volcanic, and uneven ground. Some nature hikes will be on irregular and steep terrain. Guests should also be comfortable managing wet beach landings and boarding small vessels, both from shore and the deck of the Isabela II. Also keep in mind that you will experience varying altitudes to which you may not be accustomed.
Maximum elevation: 9,350 feet in Quito, Ecuador
Information on the trip host will be added at a later date.
– During a full day tour of Quito, marvel at the gold leaf interior of the Jesuit church of la Compañía—a fine example of the mix of European influences and indigenous art called the Baroque school of Quito; enjoy a lunch of Ecuadorian specialties; and view a unique collection of pre-Columbian art.
– Observe with remarkable proximity the diversity of endemic species such as the Nazca, red- and blue-footed boobies; giant tortoises; Santa Fe land iguanas; and the famous Darwin’s finches.
– Discover the myriad of aquatic wildlife in the clear waters of the world’s second largest marine reserve.
– Snorkel with sea lions, colorful tropical fish, and sea turtles—or observe them through a glass bottom boat.
– Explore secluded inlets and stroll sweeping white coral beaches, such as Darwin Bay.
– See tidal pools and pass by colonies of various bird species.
– Visit the lush highlands of Santa Cruz Island, the perfect habitat to see the Galapagos Giant Tortoise, and Puerto Egas on Santiago Island, an ideal location to see the Galapagos fur seal.
Day 1: En Route from U.S. / Arrive in Quito, Ecuador
Day 2: Quito
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Quito / Flight to Baltra / Santa Cruz: Highlands | Puerto Ayora – Embarkation
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Santiago: Puerto Egas | Chinese Hat Islet
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Genovesa: Prince Philip’s Steps | Darwin Bay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Santa Fe / South Plaza
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Baltra – Disembarkation / Flight to Quito, Ecuador
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8: Quito / Depart for U.S.
Meals: Breakfast
Activity Level: Moderate
Guests should be sure-footed on stairs and able to walk at least one mile on rocky, volcanic, and uneven ground. Some nature hikes will be on irregular and steep terrain. Guests should also be comfortable managing wet beach landings and boarding small vessels, both from shore and the deck of the Isabela II. Also keep in mind that you will experience varying altitudes to which you may not be accustomed.
Maximum elevation: 9,350 feet in Quito, Ecuador
Information on the trip host will be added at a later date.
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