Galapagos aboard the Odyssey Yacht 6 Days " A "

Morning flight from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra (Galapagos)

COLORADO HILL
After the arriving obligations, you will be brought from the harbour of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno to the yacht.

In the afternoon, the journey starts with the visit of San Cristobal. You will see the " El Junco Laggon ", one of the sweet water lagoons in the archipelago. Furthermore you are offered the possibility to see Galapagos giant tortoises at the breeding center on " Colorado Hill ". Also, there is an interpretive botanical trail and an interesting visitors center. Beside explanations about the giant tortoises you have the oportunity to see some fascinating flora an fauna on the trail, such as yellow warbles, large-billed flycatchers and the Chatham mockingbird.

FLOREANA: CORMORANT POINT - DEVIL'S CROW AND BARONESS LOOKOUT - POST OFFICE BAY
After breakfast the inflatable dinghies will bring you to the rocky rim of " Devil’s Crown ", which is located just outside the bay of " Cormorant Point ". If fantastic deep-water snorkelling (with sometimes stronger currents) is not your thing or if you rather prefer birdwatching, alternatively you can make a great ride by inflatable dinghy (landing is prohibited on these marine visitor’s sites).

After a snack we make a wet landing on the greeny beach of Cormorant Point. From here you will follow the sandy path to the other, powdery sand beach of the peninsula, which has been formed by a lava tongue (Easy Level; about 1,5 km, 1 mi). En route you can observe the American flamingo lagoon from different viewpoints and perspectives.
After a short displacement to " Post Office Bay " and lunch, you can post your holiday greetings in the traditional barrel just behind the beach (wet landing), which is also a comfortable place to relax. Next you can explore the submerged crater rim that surrounds the neighbouring bay of " Baroness Lookout " in your own pace by sea-kayak, or by inflatable dinghy.
Around midnight we will navigate about 5 hours Northeast to the extraordinary island of Santa Fé.

SANTA FE ISLAND AND SOUTH PLAZA ISLAND
After breakfast and another wet landing you will make a guided walk from the " Beach of Santa Fe ". There is an easy shorter circuit or a strenuous longer hike land inward (Moderate Level; ca. 3 km / 2 mi.); the guide will decide which path will be followed. Don’t forget to retain some strength for excellent swimming or snorkelling in the clear azure waters of Barrington Bay.

Around lunchtime we will proceed to " South Plaza " (about 2,5 h Northwest), possibly accompanied by bottle nose delphins. South Plaza is one out of two islets close to the eastern coast of Santa Cruz. On this Jurassic islet you will undertake a contrasty guided nature walk (avoidable depths on the cliff-edge; Easy Level; ca. 1,25 km / 0.75 mi).
Before – a hopefully spectacular – sunset we will leave to tomorrow’s destination, North Seymour, following the coast of Santa Cruz to the heart of the archipelago (about 4 hours). We drop the anchor in the Itabaca Channel, where you can enjoy a quiet floating sleep.

Additional options scuba-diving: Gordon Rocks (Expert/Advanced) or Santa Fe (All levels)

NOTH SEYMOUR ISLAND AND BACHAS BEACH
After an early snack you will make a guided walk through the waking seabird’s colonies, following a circular loop (Easy Level; 2 km / 1.25 mi, about 2 hours). Filled with impressions you will return on board to fill up your stomach with our delicious breakfast buffet. Later in the morning snorkeling is on the program.

As usual you will be welcomed on board with a snack, while we continue about 2 hours West to " Bachas Beach ", where we will serve lunch. In the afternoon you will make another wet landing followed by an easy stroll along the waterline of this coral sand beach.

Before dinner we will sail back to the heart of the Archipelago, where you will spend your last night on board, enjoying a farewell cocktail with the crew and your fellow passengers, and enjoying another quiet sleep, while floating.

MOSQUERA ISLET 
Short after the wake-up call and another snack you will undertake this last excursion. Depending on the tide and the check-in time for your flight to Guayaquil or Quito we do or don’t have the opportunity to go on land, where you can freely stroll around. Otherwise we will make an interesting dinghy-ride along the rocky shore, full of sea birds. After breakfast it’s time say goodbye and leave the yacht (unless you have booked an extension on the B - route). We will accompany you and your luggage to the airport, where you can check-in and return to Guayaquil or Quito.