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Islands of Fire Adventure - North-Western Galapagos Cruise
Our Western Galapagos Yacht Itinerary begins with a tour of Santa Cruz Island, home to giant tortoises, and research initiatives focused on conservation and sustainability. The next day, we’ll wake up to spectacular Bartolome Island and Santiago Island, each providing gorgeous scenery and captivating moments with the local wildlife, such as penguins! Following that, we’re off to the western end of the archipelago, which is home to the largest and youngest islands in the archipelago — Isabela and Fernandina! Here, you’ll get a chance to admire the volcanic terrain of the archipelago and check out the wholly unique flightless cormorant.
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Islands of Fire Adventure - North-Western Galapagos Cruise itinerary:
Baltra Airport (Santa Cruz Island) After landing, we drive to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry across Santa Cruz Island. A bus ride takes us to a restaurant in the Highlands to enjoy lunch and then continue to Puerto Ayora. Puerto Ayora In Puerto Ayora, we visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center. Later in the afternoon, we stroll along the main street of Puerto Ayora before embarking.
Bartolome Island We start the day with a steep climb up a wooden staircase: the panoramic view from the top is well worth the effort! Following the walk, we take a panga ride around colossal Pinnacle Rock in search of Galapagos penguins and other wildlife. Sullivan Bay (Santiago Island) After lunch, we board the pangas and land at Sullivan Bay. A trail runs along a lava field; this is the perfect place to see and understand the volcanic origin of the Galapagos.
Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz Island) After disembarking, our walk passes a brackish-water lagoon frequented by shorebirds, ducks, and American flamingos. After our walk, we can snorkel from the shore. Here, we may spot rays, green turtles, and sharks. Buccaneer Cove (Santiago Island) After lunch, we explore the coastline along the impressive cliffs of Buccaneer Cove. The cove has many marine birds, sea lions, and inter-tidal organisms. Enjoy fantastic natural formations such as "Elephant Rock," and "The Bishop."
Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela Island) We explore the coast by dinghy, seeking out wildlife like Galapagos fur seals, Nazca boobies, flightless cormorants, penguins, and marine iguanas. Back on board, we navigate along the Bolivar Channel. Punta Espinoza (Fernandina Island) Our visitor site of Punta Espinoza is an amazing combination of barren landscapes and abundant wildlife. Spot hawks, penguins, marine iguanas, and the flightless cormorant.
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.
Islands of Fire Adventure - North-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.
Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela Island) We explore the coast by dinghy, seeking out wildlife like Galapagos fur seals, Nazca boobies, flightless cormorants, penguins, and marine iguanas. Back on board, we navigate along the Bolivar Channel. Punta Espinoza (Fernandina Island) Our visitor site of Punta Espinoza is an amazing combination of barren landscapes and abundant wildlife. Spot hawks, penguins, marine iguanas, and the flightless cormorant.
Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz Island) After disembarking, our walk passes a brackish-water lagoon frequented by shorebirds, ducks, and American flamingos. After our walk, we can snorkel from the shore. Here, we may spot rays, green turtles, and sharks. Buccaneer Cove (Santiago Island) After lunch, we explore the coastline along the impressive cliffs of Buccaneer Cove. The cove has many marine birds, sea lions, and inter-tidal organisms. Enjoy fantastic natural formations such as "Elephant Rock," and "The Bishop."
Bartolome Island We start the day with a steep climb up a wooden staircase: the panoramic view from the top is well worth the effort! Following the walk, we take a panga ride around colossal Pinnacle Rock in search of Galapagos penguins and other wildlife. Sullivan Bay (Santiago Island) After lunch, we board the pangas and land at Sullivan Bay. A trail runs along a lava field; this is the perfect place to see and understand the volcanic origin of the Galapagos.
Baltra Airport (Santa Cruz Island) After landing, we drive to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry across Santa Cruz Island. A bus ride takes us to a restaurant in the Highlands to enjoy lunch and then continue to Puerto Ayora. Puerto Ayora In Puerto Ayora, we visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center. Later in the afternoon, we stroll along the main street of Puerto Ayora before embarking.
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.
• Nazca Boobies
• Flightless Cormorants
• American Flamingos
• Great & Magnificent Frigatebirds
• Galapagos Sea Lions
• Galapagos Hawks
• Marine Iguanas
• Land Iguanas
• Galapagos Penguins
• Galapagos Fur Seals
• Galapagos Giant Tortoise