Saturday - Day 1
AM: Arrival at San Cristobal Airport with transfer to M/T Camila
Welcome to the Galapagos Islands aboard M/T Camila. You will be met by our guide and crew who will show you your accommodations. The guide and the cruise manager will then briefly brief you on all safety and emergency protocols, different areas of the vessel and the normal routine of the itinerary.
PM: San Cristobal - Lobos Island/Kicker Rock
The Island of Lobos was named after the number of sea lions that reside here resting and playing along the rocky shores. It is also home to many birds such as pelicans, frigate birds and their nests, yellow warblers and more. Inside the small canal the waters are very clear, making it easy to find sea turtles, sea lions, rays and maybe even white sharks.
Activities: Hiking shorts, swimming and snorkeling.
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Possible wildlife: Sea lions, various coastal birds, light-footed crabs, frigate birds.
Sunday - Day 2
AM : San Cristobal - Pitt Point
Upon arriving at Pitt Point, it will appear that we have landed on an extraterrestrial planet. We will be able to see the many different developments over time of how volcanic activity formed this island. A walk to the top offers incredible views of the surrounding waters. Watch out for the blue-footed boobie nests on the ground and keep an eye out for the red-footed boobie nests in the trees when you reach the top of the island.
Activities: Hiking and kayaking.
Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult
Possible wildlife: Sea lions, various coastal birds, light-footed crabs, Nazca boobies, blue-footed boobies, red- footed boobies.
What to bring: Sturdy walking shoes and walking sticks to help on uneven terrain.
PM: San Cristobal - Mount of Witches
Passing over a panga, your guide and crew will show you incredible formations rocks formed by the passage of time and sea erosion. You will finally arrive at a beautiful white sand beach to spend time swimming or sunbathing. Swim with sea lions or stroll across the beach.
Activities: Panga, swim and snorkel.
Difficulty: Moderate:
Possible wildlife: Sea lions, several coastal birds, light-footed crabs.
What to bring: Swimwear and/or sandals or shoes for both land and water.
Monday - Day 3
AM: Española - Suarez Point
This is the only nesting site in Galapagos where the Wavy Albatross nests . They return only once a year to find the same mate, year after year. They spend the rest of the year at sea. In addition to these incredible birds, it is the Galápagos Hawks that can be seen, the incredible formations and blowing hole on the other side of the island, reached by a walk
Activities: Walk
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Possible wildlife : Sea lions, sea iguanas, Galapagos hawk, wavy albatross, tropical birds with red beak, several coastal birds, light-footed crabs.
What to bring: Sturdy walking shoes and walking sticks to help on uneven terrain.
PM: Española - Gardner Bay/Osborn Islet
Gardner Bay is an excellent place to watch sea lions lurking on the beach as mocking birds approach to see if they can steal water or crumbs. Over time, the mocking bird received water and food from tourists, which means that now they are not afraid to walk or land too close to people. It is very important not to feed or touch animals. This can disrupt your normal behaviors and threaten your future.
Activities: Walk and swim.
Difficulty: Easy:
Possible wildlife: Sea lions, various coastal birds, mocking birds, stingrays, sea turtles.
What to bring: Swimwear and shoes to get in and out of the water.
Tuesday - Day 4
AM: Santa Cruz - Bachas Beach
Bachas beach has beautiful green and blue waters that contrast along the black lava coast. In the air, several coastal birds fly in search of food. On the coast you can explore the sand dunes and find a salt water lagoon with pink flamingos.
Activities: Walk and swim .
Difficulty: Easy:
Possible wildlife: Sea lions, various coastal birds, mocking birds, sea turtles, flamingos.
Airport transfer
After this final visit, you will be transferred to the airport and your cruise will arrive at end.