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The yacht Isabela was designed and built specifically for the longer 7-night Galapagos cruise expeditions and she will help you make the most of your Galapagos vacation. During the 7-night cruise itinerary no islands are visited twice.
Isabela II has 21 cabins, 20 in the Cabin Deck and one in the main deck, all with private bathroom. 16 cabins in Isabela II have twin beds, 2 cabins have double beds for either single or double occupancy, 2 cabins have double beds plus a single bed for double or triple use, and 1 owner cabin with double bed.
The vessel's bar and lounge is a popular gathering place; drinks are set out there for passengers as they return from excursions in the islands. The cuisine is a delicious combination of Ecuadorian and continental specialties.
| DAY | ISLAND | PLACES |
| TUE | San Cristobal |
AM: Airport PM: Breeding Center |
| WED |
Genovesa |
AM: Prince Philip Steps PM: Darwin Bay |
| THU | Santiago |
AM: Buccaneer Cove PM: Egas Port |
| FRI |
Fernandina Isabela |
AM: Espinosa Point PM: Tagus Cove |
| SAT |
Isabela |
AM: Urbina Bay PM: Vicente Roca Point |
| SUN |
Rabida Santa Cruz |
AM: Red Beach PM: Dragon Hill |
| THU |
Baltra |
AM: Airport |
Morning flight from Quito or Guayaquil to San Cristobal (Galapagos).
SAN CRISTOBAL: BREEDING CENTER
We arrive by plane at San Cristobal Island and transfer to Yacht Isabela II for cabin assignment, introductory briefing and lunch.
Cerro Colorado Breeding Centre After lunch, we land back at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno and drive 40 minutes to the island's southern shore. At Cerro Colorado, we visit the breeding centre of the highly-endangered giant tortoises in the midst of a fantastic deciduous forest, home to dozens of bird species and the endemic San Cristobal lava lizard.
GENOVESA: PRINCE PHILIP'S STEPS AND DARWIN BAY
" Prince Philip's Steps " Overnight, we navigate northbound to the incredible bird haven on Genovesa Island, crossing the equator on the way. The morning starts with a panga ride along the cliffs of this dramatic island, followed by a dry landing with a steep climb (90 feet) up some stairs to reach a flat plateau. Along our walk, we can observe large colonies of Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, great frigatebirds and storm petrels. Coastal exploration along the cliffs (depending on weather conditions) will let us see more wildlife, including Galapagos fur seals. We can also enjoy snorkelling and kayaking.
" Darwin Bay " In the afternoon, we land at the beach for an easy stroll observing hundreds of birds, mainly frigatebirds, red-footed and Nazca boobies, gulls, herons, finches and mockingbirds. There's an optional walk over sharp lava and uneven terrain for dramatic views, or else we can return to the beach to enjoy snorkelling at this beautiful natural harbour.
SANTIAGO: BUCCANNER COVE AND EGAS PORT
" Buccaneer Cove " After breakfast, we enjoy a coastal exploration along the impressive cliffs of Buccaneer's Cove, learning about the area's distant and recent history. The cove is home to a large number of marine birds, sea lions, and inter-tidal organisms. Enjoy fantastic natural formations such as the “The Bishop” and an impressive natural cave. This is a great site for snorkelling too or ride in our glass-bottom boat.
" Puerto Egas " This is a wonderful opportunity to see land and marine birds amidst a landscape of tuff-stone layers and lava flows. At low tide, marine iguanas graze upon the algae beds and we can also observe a colony of fur seals. Back at the beach where we land, there's very good snorkelling and swimming here.
ESPINOSA POINT AND TAGUS COVE
" Punta Espinoza " In the morning, we visit the youngest island of the archipelago, Fernandina. Punta Espinoza has an amazing combination of barrenness and abundant wildlife. Highlights include hawks, penguins, flightless cormorants, and some of the densest colonies of marine iguanas. Snorkeling here usually bring unexpected marine encounters.
" Tagus Cove "Across the narrow Bolivar Channel, we anchor at this cove on the northwest of Isabela. It provided a favourite anchorage for pirates and whalers over the centuries. An uphill hike takes guests to the rim of Darwin Crater, filled with salt water and to a dramatic viewpoint. After our walk, we take a panga ride to spot local wildlife, including some Galapagos penguins with the possibility of swimming, kayaking or snorkelling.
ISABELA: URBINA BAY AND VICENTE ROCA POINT
" Urbina Bay " After breakfast we disembark at Urbina Bay, the result of an uplifting of the ocean floor in 1954. Here you can find corals, shells and many other calcareous organisms exposed above water. This area is also home to large and very colourful Galapagos land iguanas, and occasionally to giant tortoises. Along the shoreline, after the hike, guests may encounter flightless cormorants and see penguins while snorkelling.
" Vicente Roca Point " Since there is no landing site at this location, the coastal exploration is by skiff, while naturalists explain the dramatic geology of the area, with remains of lava flows and tuff stone layers. There is abundant wildlife and, depending on the conditions of the ocean, we'll be able to snorkel along the cliffs, hopefully in the company of green sea turtles and penguins. Expedition plan for Sunday and dinner.
RABIDA ISLAND AND DRAGON HILL
Rabida Island In the morning, we disembark at Rabida Island's red-coloured beach. A stroll allows us to observe a large colony of sea lions, marine iguanas, mockingbirds, yellow warblers and several species of Darwin's finches. This is a great place to snorkel from the beach. We can also enjoy a panga ride, kayaking or ride in our glass-bottom boat.
" Dragon Hill " The north shore of Santa Cruz hosts Cerro Dragón (Dragon Hill). Our walk includes circling a brackish water lagoon frequented by lagoon birds, including ducks, stilts and some few flamingos. Further inland, the trail brings us to the nesting area of land iguanas, and then it offers a beautiful view of the bay and the western islands of the archipelago
BALTRA. AIRPORT
Our journey ends at Baltra Island where we transfer to the airport to take the flight back to the mainland.
Important: Itineraries and activities subject to change without prior notice. Depending on weather conditions and water currents, some wildlife described above may not be visible.
| Category | Luxury Class |
| Capacity | 40 passengers |
| Lenght | 53.72 meters (166 ft.) |
| Beam | 11.58 meters (38 feet) |
| Speed | 10 knots |
| Electricity | 10 V. 60 Hz |
| Engines | 2 GM Detroit Diesel 900 BHP each |
| Navegación | Gyrocompass, auto pilot, radar, echo-sounders |
| Equipment | Gyrocompass, Automatic Pilot, radar, eco-sound, GPS |
| Safety | SOLAS 74- ISM |
| Crew | 24 and 3 Naturalist Guides |
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