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Natural Selection Journey - South-Eastern and Western Galapagos Cruise
Our Southeastern Galapagos Yacht Itinerary begins with an introduction to the beautiful beaches of the archipelago over at Las Bachas. The following day, we’ll travel down to San Cristobal Island, where you’ll get a proper sense of the island life and visit a giant-tortoise breeding center. Next, magnificent Española Island awaits to dazzle your senses with the largest bird in Galapagos along with its epic coastlines and geography. Floreana is up next, providing insight into the intriguing human history of the Galapagos. After that, we’ll visit Isabela and Fernandina Islands and get a chance to admire its geology as well as flightless cormorants and penguins. Santa Cruz and North Seymour round out this itinerary with tours of the lush highlands and spectacular wildlife.
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Natural Selection Journey - South-Eastern and Western Galapagos Cruise itinerary:
Baltra Airport and Santa Cruz Island We land at Baltra Island and transfer to the nearby dock to board Yacht Isabela II, where we receive a introductory briefing and lunch. Las Bachas (Santa Cruz Island) A white beach with brackish lagoons that are the feeding grounds of various birds. Back on the ship, we will have a a briefing on the expedition plan and dinner.
DAY 2 Punta Pitt (San Cristobal) It is the only site in the Galapagos where the three species of boobies can be found, the two species of frigatebirds and a colony of sea lions. Cerro Colorado (San Cristobal Island) At Cerro Colorado, we visit the breeding center for giant tortoises. Here, we also find the endemic San Cristobal lava lizard.
Gardner Bay (Española Island) We can go on a walk to observe the sea lions, mockingbirds, and finches. Kayaking, snorkeling, or glass-bottom boat rides are also offered. Punta Suarez (Española Island) Following lunch aboard, we go on an exciting trail across lava/boulder terrain. We can observe beautiful waved albatrosses, boobies, and swallow-tail gulls.
Cormorant Point (Floreana Island) We disembark and walk to a brackish lagoon where American flamingos can be observed. At Champion Islet, guests can snorkel or glass-bottom boat ride. Post Office Bay & Baroness Cove (Floreana Island) After lunch, we land at Post Office Bay to visit the historic barrel that has served as a post office.
Punta Moreno (Isabela Island) In the morning, we search the mangroves for sea turtles. Later, we enjoy a glass-bottom boat ride or deep-water snorkel. Punta Mangle (Fernandina Island In the afternoon, we explore the coastline, home to Galapagos penguins and flightless cormorants.
Eden Islet A panga ride takes us to Eden Islet, where we can observe blue-footed boobies, and reef sharks North Seymour Island In the afternoon, we walk between numerous nesting frigatebirds. Later, we attend an evening briefing, farewell cocktail, and dinner.
Our journey ends at Baltra Island where we transfer to the airport to take the flight back to the mainland.
Itineraries are subject to change.
Natural Selection Journey - South-Eastern and Western Galapagos Cruise reverse itinerary:
Itineraries are subject to change.
Our journey ends at Baltra Island where we transfer to the airport to take the flight back to the mainland.
Eden Islet A panga ride takes us to Eden Islet, where we can observe blue-footed boobies, and reef sharks North Seymour Island In the afternoon, we walk between numerous nesting frigatebirds. Later, we attend an evening briefing, farewell cocktail, and dinner.
Punta Moreno (Isabela Island) In the morning, we search the mangroves for sea turtles. Later, we enjoy a glass-bottom boat ride or deep-water snorkel. Punta Mangle (Fernandina Island In the afternoon, we explore the coastline, home to Galapagos penguins and flightless cormorants.
Cormorant Point (Floreana Island) We disembark and walk to a brackish lagoon where American flamingos can be observed. At Champion Islet, guests can snorkel or glass-bottom boat ride. Post Office Bay & Baroness Cove (Floreana Island) After lunch, we land at Post Office Bay to visit the historic barrel that has served as a post office.
Gardner Bay (Española Island) We can go on a walk to observe the sea lions, mockingbirds, and finches. Kayaking, snorkeling, or glass-bottom boat rides are also offered. Punta Suarez (Española Island) Following lunch aboard, we go on an exciting trail across lava/boulder terrain. We can observe beautiful waved albatrosses, boobies, and swallow-tail gulls.
DAY 2 Punta Pitt (San Cristobal) It is the only site in the Galapagos where the three species of boobies can be found, the two species of frigatebirds and a colony of sea lions. Cerro Colorado (San Cristobal Island) At Cerro Colorado, we visit the breeding center for giant tortoises. Here, we also find the endemic San Cristobal lava lizard.
Baltra Airport and Santa Cruz Island We land at Baltra Island and transfer to the nearby dock to board Yacht Isabela II, where we receive a introductory briefing and lunch. Las Bachas (Santa Cruz Island) A white beach with brackish lagoons that are the feeding grounds of various birds. Back on the ship, we will have a a briefing on the expedition plan and dinner.
Isabela II
Vessel Type: Yacht
Length: 55.9 meters
Passenger Capacity: 40 guests
Built: 1979 / 2000 / 2014 / 2018
Yacht Isabela II is a 40-guest Galapagos expedition vessel offering immersive four- to nine-day itineraries through the Southeastern, Northern, and Western regions of the islands. Designed for intimate, active exploration, the yacht features a small guest-to-guide ratio, onboard Expedition Leader, and Medical Officer, ensuring safe and personalised experiences across hiking, kayaking, snorkeling, paddleboarding, coastal exploration, and glass-bottom boat excursions. Social and communal spaces include indoor and outdoor lounges, al fresco dining, a Sky Bar, hot tub, fitness room, library, and conference facilities, with all areas air-conditioned and built using sustainable technology to protect the Galapagos ecosystem.
Accommodation consists of 16 Classic Cabins, 2 Classic Family Cabins, 1 Standard Cabin, and the Owner’s Cabin, all with private bathrooms, climate control, in-room safes, USB/110V outlets, hair dryers, desks, and storage. The cabins are arranged along outer-facing corridors to maximise island views. The yacht also provides snorkeling gear, kayaks, paddleboards, wetsuits, life vests, and two tenders for landings and excursions. Onboard dining, a bar, and a gift shop complement the expedition amenities, delivering comfort, convenience, and style while guests explore the unique wildlife and landscapes of the Galapagos Islands.
• Blue-footed Boobies
• Nazca Boobies
• Flightless Cormorants
• American Flamingos
• Great & Magnificent Frigatebirds
• Galapagos Fur Seals
• Galapagos Hawks
• Land Iguanas
• Marine Iguanas
• Red-footed Boobies
• Galapagos Penguins
• Galapagos Sea Lions
• Galapagos Giant Tortoises