Step aboard the newly renovated M/Y Bonita on this comprehensive 5-day itinerary, journeying to areas of the Galapagos Islands that many cruise itineraries do not go. Cruise among the southern islands of the archipelago making stops in Santa Cruz, Genevosa, Santiago and Seymour.
Galapagos
Central & Northern Galapagos Islands (Itinerary C)
5 Days aboard M/Y Bonita. From AUD $4,426pp.
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Overview
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Itinerary Highlights
- This is the best place in the Galapagos to see these gentle giants (reaching over 300 kg / 600 pounds!) casually grazing and resting in freshwater ponds.
- There are many fish to see and great chances of seeing sharks, rays and sea lions.
- The bay offers several places to snorkel; from deep waters along the cliffs across the bay, to shallow waters by the beach.
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: AM: Baltra Airport - PM: Plazas: Plazas
- Day 2: AM: Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove - PM: Santa Cruz: Highlands
- Day 3: AM: Genovesa: Darwin Bay - PM: Genovesa: El Barranco
- Day 4: AM: Santiago: Sullivan Bay - PM: Bartolome: Bartolome
- Day 5: AM: Seymour: Seymour
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Day 1: AM: Baltra Airport - PM: Plazas: Plazas
AM: BALTRA AIRPORT
Departure to the Galapagos Islands, arrival at Baltra airport, where our naturalist guide of the National Park will be waiting for you.
PM: PLAZAS
Of the two twin islands, only South Plazas is allowed to be visited, while North plazas is kept exclusively for scientific research. This is a small islet, but it packs an impressive amount of wildlife. Right after you land you will see Galapagos land iguanas waiting under prickly-pear cactus feed on their fruits. A large colony of sea lions will give you the opportunity to see playful pups enjoying the tide pools, but also large grumpy males defending their territories. The trail will take you to a cliff where you can observe many sea birds, such as frigatebirds, red-billed tropicbirds, boobies, swallow-tailed gulls and pelicans. A reddish succulent vegetation with scattered cactus covers most of the islands like a carpet, giving this island a unique personality.
Lunch and Dinner included.
Day 2: AM: Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove - PM: Santa Cruz: Highlands
AM: BLACK TURTLE COVE
Black Turtle Cove gets its name from the abundance of green sea turtles, locally known as: “tortugas negras”. There is no landing here so you will be doing a boat tour on the dinghies, exploring shallow channels and small coves surrounded by beautiful mangrove forests. Reef sharks, sea turtles and several species of rays inhabit this beautiful area which is considered an important mating area for turtles and a nursery for several species of sharks. Herons, pelicans and boobies are also common here as they pray in schools of anchovies.
PM: HIGHLANDS
Either if you do this visit starting from Baltra or from Puerto Ayora, a bus will take you to the highlands stopping along the way at one of the reserves to visit the lush highland forests where you will look for Galapagos Giant tortoises in their natural environment. This is the best place in the Galapagos to see these gentle giants (reaching over 300 kg / 600 pounds!) casually grazing and resting in freshwater ponds. This is also home for a great diversity of birds rarely found at the lowlands, including finches (tree, woodpecker and vegetarian finches), flycatchers and several species of water birds. You will visit a lava tunnel (depending on the itinerary) and learn how these extraordinary formations were created by ancient volcanic eruptions.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 3: AM: Genovesa: Darwin Bay - PM: Genovesa: El Barranco
AM: DARWIN BAY
Genovesa is a favorite island for birdwatchers as it is home for very large colonies of seabirds. From the minute you set foot at the beach you will be amazed by the noise of hundreds of boobies, gulls and frigatebirds flying over your heads, perched in the bushes or nesting on the sandy terrain. The trail is an ultimate wildlife experience as there are animals everywhere; sea lions and marine iguanas near the sea; night herons, lava & swallow tailed gulls, Darwin finches, Galapagos doves, mockingbirds and many more species inland.
PM: EL BARRANCO
El Barranco is located in the southern part of Darwin Bay at Genovesa Island. The cliffs facing the sea are made of very fragile fractured lava, making it the ideal place for storm petrels to build their colonies, which attracts an important population of short-eared owls preying on the nesting birds. Red footed and Nazca boobies are abundant along the trail. At the base of the cliffs you can see Galapagos fur seals resting in shaded areas, as well as several species of seabirds.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 4: AM: Santiago: Sullivan Bay - PM: Bartolome: Bartolome
AM: SULLIVAN BAY
This hike is a journey into understanding the birth of these volcanic islands. You will walk in a very well preserved flow of Pahoehoe lava, which will give you endless opportunities to see the delicate textures of these types of lavas which only appear in a few places throughout the world. At first sight the barren landscape looks completely deprived of life, but look carefully for pioneer plants, lava lizards and small birds. By the shore, you can find penguins, pelicans and oystercatchers.
PM: BARTOLOME
Bartolome is one of the most iconic places in the Galapagos and one of the few where you can see penguins without going to the remote areas of western Isabela and Fernandina. You will get great views of Pinnacle Rock, located on the northern side of the island, right next to a beautiful peach-color sand beach.
The hike to the top of the island is fantastic and will offer you incredible views of lunar landscapes with scattered volcanic cones. Many islands are visible from this outlook, as well as the bay of Sullivan and the Pinnacle rock.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 5: AM: Seymour: Seymour
AM: SEYMOUR
This island is home for large colonies of both magnificent and great frigatebirds and you can see them displaying their red balloons to attract a female. Blue-footed boobies nest in the ground and perform their famous dance in the open areas, while swallow-tailed gulls perch on the cliff edges. Land iguanas are common inland while their marine cousins bask in the rocks by the sea, close to sea lions, which often like to body surf in the waves.
Breakfast included.
Next Departure Date: 09 Apr 2025
| Dates | Cabin | From | Special Offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Mar 2025 - 30 Mar 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| Lower Deck | AUD$4426pp | Contact us | |
| Upper or Main Deck | AUD$4426pp | Contact us | |
| 09 Apr 2025 - 13 Apr 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 23 Apr 2025 - 27 Apr 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 07 May 2025 - 11 May 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 21 May 2025 - 25 May 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 04 Jun 2025 - 08 Jun 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 18 Jun 2025 - 22 Jun 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 02 Jul 2025 - 06 Jul 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 16 Jul 2025 - 20 Jul 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 30 Jul 2025 - 03 Aug 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 13 Aug 2025 - 17 Aug 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 27 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 10 Sep 2025 - 14 Sep 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 24 Sep 2025 - 28 Sep 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 22 Oct 2025 - 26 Oct 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 05 Nov 2025 - 09 Nov 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 19 Nov 2025 - 23 Nov 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 03 Dec 2025 - 07 Dec 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 17 Dec 2025 - 21 Dec 2025 | AUD$4426pp | ||
| 31 Dec 2025 - 04 Jan 2026 | AUD$6639pp |
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**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Lower Deck
Private bathrooms
Cold/hot water
Air conditioning
Towel
Dryer
Safety deposit box
Upper or Main Deck
Private bathrooms
Cold/hot water
Air conditioning
Towel
Dryer
Safety deposit box
M/Y Bonita Deckplan
Specifications
- Length: 25 metres
- Beam: 6 metres
- Cruising speed: 9 knots
- Water capacity: 2500 gallons
- 16 passengers
- 8 crew members + 1 bilingual guide
- Motor: 2 Caterpillar 8 cylinder motors
- 9 cabins
What’s included?
- Airport assistance
- Transfers in Galapagos
- Accommodation in double cabin
- All meals during the cruise
- Naturalist Bilingual Guide
- All visits and excursions according to the itinerary
- Snorkel Gear (mask, tube and fins)
- Kayaks, paddle boards
- Unlimited purified water, coffee and tea
- Wetsuits
What’s not included?
- Local flight to/from Galapagos
- Galápagos National Park fee: US$200 per person
- Transit control card: US$20 per person
- Alcoholic drinks
- Tips
- Local Taxes
- Travel Insurance
- Service do not specified
Notes
- Christmas and New Year supplement 50%.
- We accept children from 6 years old.
- Single Supplement 50% from the rate.
- Rates are subject to change; we guarantee rate with previous deposit only.
Price Assurance
At Eclipse Travel, our expert destination knowledge and decades of travel planning experience come at no extra cost to you. While many think booking through a tour operator is more expensive than planning a trip independently, that’s not the case. We’re paid by our travel partners—such as hotels, activity operators, and cruise providers—via commissions, not by our clients.
Our team negotiates the best rates for you and ensures you receive unbiased advice, with no preference for any particular supplier. In fact, where we secure higher commissions, we often pass the savings on to you, giving us a competitive price edge.
Additionally, we lock in exchange rates at the time of your deposit, ensuring no surprise costs when it’s time for final payment. You can rest easy knowing we’ll handle the details with our suppliers. The only exceptions are national park fee increases or fuel surcharges imposed after your booking, though these are rare.
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Destination: Galapagos
This once in a lifetime destination is a nature lovers dream. Watch the famous Galapagos tortoises and blue footed boobies in the morning and snorkel with sea lions in the afternoon, then relax on your cruise to the next destination tomorrow!
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