Eastern Galapagos Islands
5 Days - Treasure of Galapagos
The popular Treasure of Galapagos is a modern 16 passenger catamaran offering great value for cruising the Galapagos in style. On this 5 day cruise we visit the islands of San Cristobal, Espanola, Floreana and Santa Cruz and get to see Giant Galapagos Turtles, Blue Footed Boobies, Iguanas, Frigate Birds as well as an abundance of marine life. Come on board and enjoy first class service, delicious cuisine and the amazing Galapagos Islands!
from AUD $5716pp
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Itinerary Highlights
- First class accommodations and service for 16 passengers
- Highly qualified naturalist guide and friendly crew
- Very comfortable social area
- Visit Gardner Bay with its amazing beach filled with Sea Lions
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: San Cristobal - Cerro Colorado
- Day 2: Gardner Bay - Punta Suarez
- Day 3: Post Office Bay - Punta Cormorant
- Day 4: Santa Fe - El Chato
- Day 5: Twin Craters - Baltra airport
Day 1: San Cristobal
Upon arrival at San Cristobal Airport, travellers pass through an airport inspection point to insure that no foreign plants or animals are introduced to the islands, as well as to pay the park entrance fee of $100 (unless it has been prepaid). A guide will meet you, help you collect your luggage, and escort you on a short bus ride to the harbour.
Cerro Colorado Tortoises Protection and Growing Centre, located at 40 minutes approximately by bus to the south east of the island. This centre was built to improve the status of the population of the island tortoises. The centre includes a large corral, a Visitors centre, breeding centre and an interpretative trail. Along this trail is possible to see different species of native and endemic plants as well birds as the San Cristobal Mockingbird, Yellow Warblers, and many species of finches and the Galapagos flycatcher.
Day 2: Gardner Bay – Suarez Point
Located on the north-eastern coast of Hood, Gardner Bay provides an excellent beach for relaxing, swimming, snorkelling, kayaking, and the opportunity to observe sea lions. Here we can also observe sharks in the crystal clear ocean waters.
This rocky land spot sustains one of the most impressive and varied colonies of sea birds in the Galapagos. Along its southern shore, high cliffs rise up from the sea affording the visitor spectacular views of soaring birds and of the blow whole where water spouts up to 50-75 feet into the air according to the intensity of the surf.
Day 3: Post Office Bay - Punta Cormorant
Historically, this site is the location of a wooden barrel that was placed in the 18th century by the crew of a whaling ship. It has been used since this time by mariners and tourists as a post office. The idea is to carry letters or postcards to their destination by hand. Apart from being the Post Office Barrel, this site was the landing area for some of the first colonists. We will continue to the north of the island and will ascent to an elevated slope to enjoy a beautiful vista at the Baroness Lookout. It is said that Baroness Eloisa von Wagner loved this place and spent several hours watching the horizon. Within walking distance (30 m) are the ruins of what is known as her House. From this lookout, the landscape covers the coastline from the Enderby islet to Post Office Bay, as well as Cerro Pajas, the pool of flamingos and wide forest of Palo Santo.
This site offers probably the best Flamingo lagoon in the Galapagos; it is also one of the largest in the islands. It’s situated between two tuff lava cones that give the area a special atmosphere. There are various species of shorebirds to observe besides flamingos; the most frequent are common stilts, white-checked pintail ducks and other migratory birds. It is very interesting to see the two distinct beaches: “The Green Beach” (due to its high percentage of olivine crystals in the sand) and the “Flour Sand Beach” which is made up of coral.
Day 4: Santa Fe – El Chato
Located in the southeastern part of the Galapagos, this island was formed from an uplift instead than a volcanic origin, this is why is mostly flat. There are some theories which assure this could be the oldest island in the Archipelago. Santa Fe is the home of a number of endemic species like the Galapagos Hawk, Galapagos snake, Galapagos mockingbird, rice rats and one of the two species of lands Iguanas of the islands. After disembarkation in the beautiful and clear waters you will be in contact with one of the many sea lion colonies. Along the trail many salt bushes can be seen as well giant Prickly pear cactus, gigantism is a characteristic of oceanic islands. There are great possibilities of snorkelling with playful sea lions and tropical fishes.
Santa Cruz also offers excellent opportunities for viewing wild tortoises, both roaming through pastures in the agricultural zone and in the Tortoise Reserve, which is accessible from Santa Rosa or Salasaca. Several farms serve food and allow visitors to explore their grounds in search of tortoises. Descending through the agricultural zone into the Transition Zone where the Tortoise Reserve is located, the introduced vegetation of the farmlands is replaced by native vegetation. The pond at El Chato is surrounded by forest where short-eared owls, Darwin’s finches, Vermilion Flycatchers, Yellow Warblers, Galapagos Rails, and Paint-billed Crakes can be seen. As the visitor walks into the forests overgrown with lichens, ferns, and other epiphytes, it is time to listen carefully for the sound of heavy footsteps and the sound of shrubs being slowly crushed as the tortoises make their way through the brush.
Day 5: Twin Craters - Baltra
The Twin Craters are found on either side of the road leading to Puerto Ayora. These impressive formations are not really volcanic craters and were formed by magma domes, which hardened on the outside while the lava continued flowing inside, leaving huge and empty magma chambers that eventually collapsed, leaving two large holes. The craters lie within a lush scalesia cloud forest, a high-altitude plant species that are endemic to the Galapagos. This area is also home to the carpenter finch, which uses tools to search for food. There may also be opportunities to see the vermillion flycatcher, a small red-breasted bird.
You will be assisted by the naturalist guide and crewmembers, the dinghy will bring you and your luggage to Baltra Airport, where we will take the shuttle back to the airport.
Dates | Cabin | From | Special Offer |
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07 Jan 2025 - 11 Jan 2025 | AUD $5716pp | ||
Balcony Stateroom | AUD $5716pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Triple | AUD $6577pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Double | AUD $7149pp | Contact us | |
21 Jan 2025 - 25 Jan 2025 | AUD $5716pp | ||
Balcony Stateroom | AUD $5716pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Triple | AUD $6577pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Double | AUD $7149pp | Contact us | |
01 Apr 2025 - 05 Apr 2025 | AUD $5716pp | ||
Balcony Stateroom | AUD $5716pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Triple | AUD $6577pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Double | AUD $7149pp | Contact us | |
27 May 2025 - 31 May 2025 | AUD $5716pp | ||
Balcony Stateroom | AUD $5716pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Triple | AUD $6577pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Double | AUD $7149pp | Contact us | |
10 Jun 2025 - 14 Jun 2025 | AUD $5716pp | ||
Balcony Stateroom | AUD $5716pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Triple | AUD $6577pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Double | AUD $7149pp | Contact us | |
05 Aug 2025 - 09 Aug 2025 | AUD $5716pp | ||
Balcony Stateroom | AUD $5716pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Triple | AUD $6577pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Double | AUD $7149pp | Contact us | |
19 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025 | AUD $5716pp | ||
Balcony Stateroom | AUD $5716pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Triple | AUD $6577pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Double | AUD $7149pp | Contact us | |
02 Sep 2025 - 06 Sep 2025 | AUD $5716pp | ||
Balcony Stateroom | AUD $5716pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Triple | AUD $6577pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Double | AUD $7149pp | Contact us | |
16 Sep 2025 - 20 Sep 2025 | AUD $5716pp | ||
Balcony Stateroom | AUD $5716pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Triple | AUD $6577pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Double | AUD $7149pp | Contact us | |
11 Nov 2025 - 15 Nov 2025 | AUD $5716pp | ||
Balcony Stateroom | AUD $5716pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Triple | AUD $6577pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Double | AUD $7149pp | Contact us | |
09 Dec 2025 - 13 Dec 2025 | AUD $5716pp | ||
Balcony Stateroom | AUD $5716pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Triple | AUD $6577pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Double | AUD $7149pp | Contact us | |
23 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 2025 | AUD $6573pp | ||
Balcony Stateroom | AUD $6573pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Triple | AUD $7563pp | Contact us | |
Master Suite - Double | AUD $8220pp | Contact us |
Alternative itinerary options:
- 5 Day Treasure of Galapagos: Central Galapagos Islands A
- 7 Day Treasure of Galapagos: Western Galapagos Islands C
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Balcony Stateroom
18m², queen bed or 2 single beds, private balcony, private bathroom, air conditioning & safety deposit box.
Master Suite - Double
18 square metres, two single beds, private balcony, private bathroom, air conditioning & safety deposit box.
Master Suite - Triple
40m², king-size bed, two private balconies, private bathroom, air conditioning, safety deposit box, private living room & television.
Treasure of Galapagos Deckplan
Specifications
- Capacity: 16 passengers
- Length: 30.97 m
- Beam: 11.20 m
- Speed: 12 knots
- Crew: 8 members plus 1 hotel manager and 1 naturalist guide level III
- Social areas: 2 lounges, one TV and DVD area, 1 dining room, 2 bars, 4 different solarium areas, 1 library, 1 boutique.
- Equipment: 2 motors 485 hpm Cummins, 2 generators 75 kw, 3.500 g. fuel, 3.900 g. water desalinate system
Whats included?
- On-board accommodation
- All meals during the voyage
- Activities/shore excursions as specified
- Bilingual naturalist guides
- Transfers
- Use of snorkelling and kayaking equipment
What’s not included?
- International and internal airfares
- Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable
- Travel insurance
- Galápagos National Park fee: US$200 per person
- Transit control card: US$20 per person
- Gratuities
- Any items not mentioned as included