Golondrina Cruise

Cruise to Galapagos through Genovesa, Bartolome, Santiago, Santa Cruz Islands

4 – 5 – 8 días

Type
Motor Yacht
Pros
Double cabins with single beds in bunk beds
Length
72 ft (21,95 m)
Capacity
14 passengers
Crew
Captain, multilingual naturalist guide, cook, 2 engineers, bartender and 2 deckhands
speed
8 knots
Departures
Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays
Activities
Hikes, snorkeling, boat rides, swimming

Day	Activities
Tuesday	Departure to Galapagos from Guayaquil (1 1⁄2 hour flight). Transfer to the yacht from Baltra Island. Welcome and briefing. Visit to Hacienda Primicias to see giant tortoises in their habitat.
Wednesday	Visit to Tintoreras, observation of sea lions, sea turtles, iguanas, rays, etc. Visit to the Arnaldo Tupiza Breeding Center to learn about the turtle breeding program. Exploration of the Wetlands and Wall of Tears in Isabela.
Thursday	Disembark at Rabida, hike to a lookout point with amazing views, bird watching. Visit to Cerro Dragon, hypersaline lagoon, land iguana nesting.
Friday	Boat trip to Black Turtle Cove, observation of black turtles, sea lions and birds. Transfer to Baltra airport for return flight to Guayaquil/Quito.

Day	Activities
Friday	Departure to Galapagos from Guayaquil/Quito (1 1⁄2 hour flight). Transfer to the yacht from Baltra Island. Welcome and briefing. Visit to Mosquera Island to observe sea lions and birds.
Saturday	Visit to Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela Island to observe diverse marine life. Visit to Punta Espinoza on Fernandina Island to walk and observe marine iguanas, penguins and more.
Sunday	Disembark at Urbina Bay on Isabela for a walk and observation of land iguanas, finches and more. Visit to Tagus Cove in Isabela to observe Darwin Lake and wildlife.
Monday	Visit to Puerto Egas in Santiago Island for a walk and observation of different species. Visit to Sombrero Chino to observe lava tunnels and marine wildlife.
Tuesday	Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz Island to observe giant tortoises and their reproduction. Traslado al aeropuerto de Baltra para vuelo de regreso a Guayaquil.

Day	Activities
Friday	Departure to Galapagos from Guayaquil/Quito (1 1⁄2 hour flight). Transfer to the yacht from Baltra Island. Welcome and briefing. Visit to Bachas Beach to observe sea turtles and wildlife.
Saturday	Visit to El Barranco on Genovesa Island to observe seabirds and cliffs. Visit to Darwin Bay on Genovesa Island to observe colonies of frigate birds and seabirds.
Sunday	Visit to Bartolome to observe volcanic formations and snorkeling. Visit to Santiago: Sullivan Bay to walk and swim with seals and penguins.
Monday	Visit to South Plaza Island to observe sea lions, iguanas and seabirds. Visit to Santa Fe Island to observe sea lions, iguanas and giant cactus.
Tuesday	Visit Kicker Rock for seabird watching and snorkeling. Visit Cerro Brujo on San Cristobal Island to enjoy the beach and marine fauna. Visit to Isla Lobos to observe sea lions and blue-footed boobies.
Wednesday	Visita a Punta Suárez en Isla Española para observar aves marinas y el «Soplador». Visit to Gardner Bay on Española Island to observe albatrosses and sea lions. Visit to Gardner Islet to observe sea lions, turtles and birds. Visit to Isleta Osborn for snorkeling and swimming.
Thursday	Visit to Punta Cormorant on Floreana Island to observe flamingos and beaches. Visit to the Devil's Crown to observe underwater volcanic formations. Visit the Charles Darwin Station on Santa Cruz Island to learn about scientific research.
Friday	Visit to North Seymour Island to observe seabirds and sea lions. Transfer to Baltra airport for return flight to Guayaquil/Quito.

Day	Activities
Friday	Departure to Galapagos from Guayaquil/Quito (1 1⁄2 hour flight). Transfer to the yacht from Baltra Island. Welcome and briefing. Visit to Mosquera Island to observe sea lions and birds.
Saturday	Visit to Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela Island to observe diverse marine life. Visit to Punta Espinoza on Fernandina Island to observe lava flows and marine iguanas.
Sunday	Visit to Urbina Bay on Isabela Island to observe giant tortoises and marine life. Visit to Tagus Cove on Isabela Island to observe lava tunnels and marine life.
Monday	Visit to Puerto Egas on Santiago Island to observe seabirds and marine life. Visit to Sombrero Chino to observe lava tunnels and marine life.
Tuesday	Visit to Santa Cruz Island to observe giant tortoises at the Charles Darwin Station. Visit to Hacienda Primicias to see giant tortoises in their habitat.
Wednesday	Visit to Tintoreras on Isabela Island to observe sea lions and marine life. Visit to the Arnaldo Tupiza Breeding Center to see giant tortoises in captivity. Visit the wetlands on Isabela Island to observe mangroves and migratory birds.
Thursday	Visit to Rabida for bird watching and colorful landscapes. Visit to Cerro Dragon on Santa Cruz Island to observe land iguanas and birds.
Friday	Visit to Black Turtle Cove to observe sea lions, turtles and birds. Transfer to Baltra airport for return flight to Guayaquil/Quito.

Day	Activities
Monday	Departure to Galapagos from Guayaquil/Quito (1 1⁄2 hour flight). Transfer to the yacht from Baltra Island. Welcome and briefing. Visit Tortuga Bay Beach for bird watching and to enjoy the beach. Lodging and dinner at Hotel Fernandina or similar.
Tuesday	Visit the Charles Darwin Station to observe the giant tortoises feeding. Visit to Hacienda Primicias to see giant tortoises in their natural habitat.
Wednesday	Visit to Tintoreras on Isabela Island to observe sea lions and marine life. Visit to the Arnaldo Tupiza Breeding Center to see giant tortoises in captivity. Visit the wetlands on Isabela Island to observe mangroves and migratory birds.
Thursday	Visit to Rabida for bird watching and colorful landscapes. Visit to Cerro Dragon on Santa Cruz Island to observe land iguanas and birds.
Friday	Visit to Black Turtle Cove to observe sea lions, turtles and birds. Transfer to Baltra airport for return flight to Guayaquil/Quito.

Cabin 1

Type: Double Cabin

Capacity: 2 people

Each stateroom has a bunk bed with a bed, hot and cold water shower and air conditioning.

Cabin 2

Type: Double Cabin

Capacity: 2 people

Each stateroom has a queen-size bed, hot and cold water shower, air conditioning and private bathroom.

Golondrina Cruise Prices - Galapagos

Standard Cabin

US$ 1.480

Charter US$ 23.680

The following Golondrina Cruise prices to Galapagos are valid for 2025. If you wish to make a reservation for a group, for different services, and/or on specific dates, we can often offer you a special deal – please contact us, and we will be happy to assist you!

Flights to/from Galapagos to Quito or Guayaquil (depending on availability at the time of booking approximately USD490-USD560) (USD490-USD560)

Included Services

Golondrina Cruise Prices - Galapagos

Golondrina Cruise plans in the Galapagos

Frequently Asked Questions about the Golondrina Cruise – Galapagos

The gastronomy on the Golondrina Cruise stands out as one of the most outstanding in all of South America. Most of our chefs on board have a solid international background and have accumulated experience in the most prestigious hotels and restaurants, both in Ecuador and in various parts of the world.

Access fee to the Galapagos National Park (See our guide to the Galapagos National Park). requirements to enter the Galapagos)
Travel health insurance
Tips for your guide and the crew
Some beverages may be subject to charges (ask your travel advisor).

At Responsible Travel we care about respecting the environment and the primitive and enchanting ecosystems of the Galapagos Islands. That is why all the cruises we work with are approved and comply with the best environmental standards issued by the Ecuadorian Government.

In addition to government regulations, Responsible Travel voluntarily offsets the CO2 emissions that each of our cruises causes at no cost to you.