In this itinerary you will visit the extraordinary site known as Punta Pitt where you will see the 3 species of boobies including the red-footed boobies, you will observe the famous rock formation of Kicker Rock, and the fabulous Española Island where you will find an extraordinary amount of seabirds, marine iguanas, and the famous albatrosses.
Galapagos
Northern & Central Galapagos Islands
5 Days aboard Anahi. From AUD $6,475pp.
Details
Overview
Itinerary Highlights
- Witness unique wildlife and natural landscapes
- Travel with experienced guides
- Hiking opportunities
- Snorkelling and kayaking opportunities in some of the most spectacular Galapagos beaches
- Enjoy this comfortable, stable, spacious, luxurious and fast catamaran built for a cruise in the Galapagos Islands
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Baltra airport - Santa Cruz: Visit Bachas beach
- Day 2: Genovesa: Bahía Darwin - El Barranco
- Day 3: South Plazas Island - Santa Fe Island
- Day 4: Punta Pitt - Kicker Rock and Isla Lobos
- Day 5: Galapagos Tortoise Breeding Center in Cerro Colorado and transfer to San Cristobal airport
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Day 1: Baltra airport - Santa Cruz: Visit Bachas beach
Flying from Quito or Guayaquil, our flight will arrive to Baltra Island at around noon (local time), where we will be greeted by our guide in the lobby, who will be waiting for our arrival to drive us to Yacht Anahí. Your baggage will be handled by one of our crew members who, aboard the small Zodiacs will transport you directly to the yacht. The captain and the crew will welcome you on board, and then you will have your cabins assigned. After lunch, our guide will give you a brief explanation of the afternoon activities.
Bachas Beach: The sand of the beach is made of decomposed coral, making it white and soft, while it is also one of the favorite nesting places of sea turtles. Nearby, we can also find a small lagoon where we will be able to observe flamingos, black-necked stilts, thrushes, as well as two old ships that were abandoned during the Second World War. Furthermore, we will also find sea lions, marine iguanas, and seabirds resting on the beach. We will enjoy the tranquility of the beach as well as spend some time with the playful sea lions that like to swim with the visitors.
At 7 pm. we will have an official welcome, followed by a delicious dinner. After dinner, your guide will give you information on the following day’s activities.
Day 2: Genovesa: Bahía Darwin - El Barranco
Darwin Bay: A beautiful bay area due to the great diversity of seabirds that nest in the mangroves that dominate the area. These include red-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, swallow-tailed gulls, Galápagos petrels, seabirds, Darwin finches, mockingbirds, and Galápagos doves.
Prince Philip's Steps: We will climb 25 meters of stairs at one of the best bird nesting sites on the islands. We will have the opportunity to snorkel, kayak, hike, and take a ride in a panga.
Day 3: South Plazas Island - Santa Fe Island
Plaza Islands: These islands have an unusual vegetation, which creates an interesting landscape that helps to enhance the fauna and the flora of the Galápagos. It is also possible to observe land iguanas in the shade of cacti. The main attractions of the Plaza Islands include land iguanas, sea lions, and swallow-tailed gulls, as well as lizards, island insects, red-beaked sparrows, frigate birds, and pelicans that glide down the cliffs. Then we will return to the yacht for lunch and a deserved rest.
Santa Fe Island: An extremely scenic island, where we can visit two different trails, with one of them leading to a beautiful viewpoint on the top of a cliff, where you can find endemic land iguanas of the island. The other trail is a small circular path close to the beach, where we will be able to observe another colony of land iguana. Here we will also have the possibility to kayak, snorkel, panga ride, or walk, in order to observe and enjoy nature. Then we will return to the yacht for dinner and a time of relaxation.
Day 4: Punta Pitt - Kicker Rock and Isla Lobos
Punta Pitt: Considered as one of the most beautiful and impressive sites in the Galápagos, it has become one of the favorite nesting sites for seabirds. Here we will be able to see three species of frigate birds and their nesting sites in the same area. Then we will return to the yacht for lunch.
Kicker Rock: Is a gigantic and impressive rock formation known locally as ‘León Dormido’ where we can see a multitude of blue-footed boobies, masked boobies, pelicans and sea birds that will delight us with their majestic flights to be photographed. Later we head towards Isla Lobos, an islet separated from San Cristóbal Island by a narrow stretch of calm waters. On the islet we will take a walk that will allow us to observe frigates, blue-footed boobies, masked boobies, a colony of sea lions and we will also be able to snorkel in the arm of the sea, probably with the company of sea lions and different kinds of colorful fish. The atmosphere is one of tranquility and primitive beauty, a typical environment of the Galapagos Islands.
Day 5: Galapagos Tortoise Breeding Center in Cerro Colorado and transfer to San Cristobal airport
In the morning, our guide will take us to the top of San Cristóbal Island. Following, our tour has 2 options. The first option starts from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, and involves a visit to the El Junco Lagoon. For hundreds of years, rain water and condensation have caused an accumulation of water in the caldera of an extinct volcano, creating a paradise for frigate birds and turtles.
Alternatively, we will visit the “Cerro Colorado” turtle breeding center. There we will have a pleasant walk along a path that allows us to be in close contact with the turtles, that can vary from the smallest to the oldest of giants.
After our visit, we will depart for the airport for our return flight to Quito or Guayaquil.
Next Departure Date: 17 Jan 2025
| Dates | Cabin | From | Special Offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Jan 2025 - 21 Jan 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| Standard Cabin | AUD$6475pp | Contact us | |
| Suite | AUD$6860pp | Contact us | |
| 31 Jan 2025 - 04 Feb 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 14 Feb 2025 - 18 Feb 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 28 Feb 2025 - 04 Mar 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 14 Mar 2025 - 18 Mar 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 28 Mar 2025 - 01 Apr 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 11 Apr 2025 - 15 Apr 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 25 Apr 2025 - 29 Apr 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 09 May 2025 - 13 May 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 23 May 2025 - 27 May 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 06 Jun 2025 - 10 Jun 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 20 Jun 2025 - 24 Jun 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 04 Jul 2025 - 08 Jul 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 18 Jul 2025 - 22 Jul 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 01 Aug 2025 - 05 Aug 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 15 Aug 2025 - 19 Aug 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 29 Aug 2025 - 02 Sep 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 12 Sep 2025 - 16 Sep 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 26 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 10 Oct 2025 - 14 Oct 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 24 Oct 2025 - 28 Oct 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 07 Nov 2025 - 11 Nov 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 21 Nov 2025 - 25 Nov 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 05 Dec 2025 - 09 Dec 2025 | AUD$6475pp | ||
| 19 Dec 2025 - 23 Dec 2025 | AUD$6475pp |
Alternative itinerary options:
- 4 Day Anahi: Eastern Galapagos Islands (A1)
- 8 Day Anahi: Western Galapagos Islands (B1)
- 8 Day Anahi: Eastern Galapagos Islands (B2)
- 11 Day Anahi: Eastern Galapagos Islands (C)
- 12 Day Anahi: Western Galapagos Islands (D)
- 15 Day Anahi: Western and Eastern Galapagos Islands (E1)
- 15 Day Anahi: Eastern and Western Galapagos Islands (E2)
- 15 Day Anahi: Southern and Western Galapagos Islands (E3)
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Standard Cabin
14sqm, main deck, double bed or 2 single beds, air-conditioning, private bathroom, hot/cold water and storage space.
Suite
25sqm, upper deck, king bed, air-conditioning, private bathroom, hot/cold water, lounge area, ample private facilities and storage space.
Anahi Deckplan
Specifications
- Type: Motor Catamaran
- Category: First Class
- Year: 2006
- Length: 90.50 feet / 27.60 metres
- Beam: 36.08 feet / 11 metres
- Capacity: 18 passengers (authorisation navigation: 16 passengers)
- Main engines: 2x John Deere IMO 300 HP each
- Electric system: 2x 50kW generators (IMO) (110V and 220V. AC)
- Speed: 10 knots
- Water capacity: 3000 gallons plus water maker with a capacity of 1000gl/day
- Diesel capacity: 200 gallons
- Material construction: Glass fibre
- Interiors: Wooden flooring
- Exterior: Teakwood flooring
- Crew: 9 + 1 Naturalist bilingual guide
- Accommodation: 16 passengers in 6 twin bed cabins on the main deck and 2 suites on the upper deck
- Navigation & safety equipment:
- 148 miles Radar
- Echosounder
- GPS
- One VHF radio
- Magnetic compass
- 2 Rigid life rafts for 15 passengers each
- 30 SOLAS life jackets
- Fire and smoke detectors
- Complete fire system
- 2 Zodiac rafts for 10 persons each
- Safety equipment complies with International Coast Guard regulations
Whats included?
- All meals indicated in the itinerary
- Coffee and tea station as well as purified water dispenser
- Excursions mentioned in the program
- Transfers to and from the Anahi Yacht Catamaran
- Bilingual naturalist guide (Spanish / English) certified by the Galapagos National Park
- Mask and fins for snorkeling
What’s not included?
- Meals not indicated in the itinerary
- Additional alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
- International and domestic flights
- Galápagos National Park fee: US$200 per person
- Transit control card: US$20 per person
- Personal travel insurance
- Tips for the guide and crew
- Surcharges for increased fuel costs
- Neoprene suit for snorkeling
Notes
Note: Entrance to the National Park and Traffic Control Card for Galapagos are under the jurisdiction of the corresponding authorities and are subject to change without prior notice.
Importante Notice: Due to COVID 19 some activities of the itinerary may be subject to change.
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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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