STYLE: Small Ship Expedition Cruise
Trip Code: ECTSI8B
DIFFICULTY RATING: 2 (light adventure)
Start: Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Finish: Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
SHIP: Infinity Yacht
Ecuador, Galapagos Islands
Selected Tuesdays
All meals, water, tea & coffee while board your Galapagos cruise
Group transfers in the Galapagos to & from your vessel
Cabin on board ship
Daily excursions, panga rides, shore landings and expert briefings while onboard
* Itinerary is subject to change depending on weather conditions and government regulations.
Discover the wonders of the Galapagos Islands on this 8-day cruise aboard the luxury yacht, Infinity. See giant tortoise hatchlings at the David Rodriguez Breeding Centre, snorkel with sea lions and Galapagos penguins, walk through forests of prickly pear alongside colourful land iguanas and hike around the Sierra Negra volcano. Explore the pristine island ecosystem of Fernandina where La Cumbre volcano dominates the landscape and lava fields stretch to the ocean. This action-packed itinerary introduces you to the stunning landscapes of the Galapagos and the incredible array of wildlife.
The Infinity Experience
The Infinity yacht is designed to get the most out of your experience. Launched in 2018, this stylish modern motor yacht offers high performance and unrivalled comfort. This is a stunning vessel to cruise the Galapagos and soak in the spectacular scenery and wildlife. The cruise manager and crew of the Infinity are dedicated in offering you the highest quality of service. An outside dining area and bar as well as stylish interior allow you to cruise in style. In addition, you can make use of the outside sun deck and jacuzzi which offers you relaxation with a view, after your days of exploring and sightseeing. All eight cabins and two suites have private balconies. This makes the Infinity a beautifully spacious and luxurious yacht. Plenty of possibilities will come your way when you cruise on the Infinity. The crew and certified bilingual naturalist guide will help you make the most of your time, offering great comfort and service as well as knowledge about the beautiful Galapagos so you don’t miss a thing. Now is the time for you to discover all that the archipelago has to offer. The cruise on board the Infinity is the experience of a lifetime and offers 4, 5 and 8 day itineraries.
The Infinity also offers a 4 day cruise, 5 day cruise and 8 day cruise.
* Itinerary is subject to change depending on weather conditions and government regulations.
Assistance at the airport by our representative for your Galapagos flight.
You will arrive at San Cristobal Island in the morning. After going through immigration and baggage claim you will be met by a Infinity staff member and transferred to the yacht. You’ll be shown to your cabin where you will have some time to settle in before lunch and a welcome briefing.
The David Rodriguez Breeding Center is a new visitor site in the northeast part of San Cristóbal Island and takes approximately one hour by road from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. At the Breeding Center you will be able to admire the hatchling turtles, from their birth until they are 4 years old when the grown turtles are taken to their natural habitat.
In the afternoon you will visit Puerto Chino located 15,2 miles (24.5 km) away from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno and a few miles from the Breeding Center Cerro Colorado, this walk takes approximately 30 minutes to the beach.
Your morning visit is to Santa Fe Island (Barrington) which is home to the small picturesque bay and anchorage on the island’s northeast coast. The bay has two visitor trails: one leading to a scenic viewpoint atop a cliff, and the other spanning from a small beach to a tall prickly pear cactus forest.
In the afternoon, you will head to South Plaza Island. This small island with steep cliffs was formed by rising lava and is now covered by Opuntia cacti. It is also home to one of the largest sea lion colonies as well as colorful yellow and red land iguanas. The most characteristic plant is Sesuvium. During the rainy season, its color is a greenish to yellowish tone and in the dry season (end of June through January) a bright red.
Today you will visit Fausto Llerena Tortoise Breeding Center. This is home to tortoises ranging from 3-inches (new hatchlings) to 4-feet long. Subspecies of tortoises interact with one another and many of the older tortoises are accustomed to humans, stretching out their heads for a photo opportunity. The babies are kept here until they are about four years-old and strong enough to survive on their own.
The afternoon visit is to a site called Los Gemelos (Twin Craters). Los Gemelos wait for you at the end of a short hike. These sinkholes are often referred to as craters, though the term is only descriptive, not literal. They were created by the collapse of surface material in underground fissures and chambers. The endemic Scalesia forest surrounds the site where you may see vermillion flycatchers, short-eared owls, and finches.
Moreno Point is located near Elizabeth Bay on the west coast of Isabela Island. The plethora of birds seen during a dinghy ride along the striking rocky shores or a hike along path through lava rock leading to tide pools and mangroves create a birdwatcher’s delight. In the tide pools, green sea turtles or white-tip sharks can be spotted.
Elizabeth Bay is located on the east coast of Isabela Island. The bay contains many islets which can be visited by dinghy. Penguins and blue-footed boobies can be spotted on the rocky islets. With an abundance of marine life and clear water, the area is perfect for snorkeling and viewing schools of colorful fish, sea lions, and perhaps even sharks.
Urbina Bay is located at the base of Alcedo Volcano on the west coast between Tagus Cove and Elizabeth Bay. This area experienced a major uplift in 1954 causing the land to rise over 16 feet. The coast expanded half a mile out leaving marine life stranded on the new shore. This area is also a great place for snorkeling.
In the afternoon, you will visit Tagus Cove on Isabela Island which is located across from Fernandina Island, close to the Bolivar Channel dividing the two islands. This spot has been frequented by ships since the 1800s, using the area as an anchorage site. Trails winding by Lake Darwin up to a ridge display wonderful views. Punta Tortuga, just north of Tagus Cove, is another lovely beach surrounded by mangroves.
In the morning you will visit Fernandina Island. No foreign species have ever invaded this island, and therefore it is one of the world’s most pristine island ecosystems. Fernandina is the youngest island in the Galapagos. Access to this site is extremely restricted by the Galapagos National Park, and you will be one of those very lucky visitors. The volcano “La Cumbre” dominates the landscape with lava fields reaching the ocean.
Crossing the Bolivar Channel that divides Isabela and Fernandina Islands, you will land at Espinosa Point, and after walking past a colony of marine iguanas and a group of sea lions, you’ll reach the island’s highlight: The flightless cormorant nesting site. This area also provides a great opportunity to see the Galapagos hawk.
In the afternoon, you will head to Isabela Island. which is the largest in the archipelago. This seahorseshaped island is also one of the youngest and most volcanically active.
The afternoon visit is at Vicente Roca Point. Comprised of two separate coves, this site is a large bay with spectacular sea life. Keep an eye out for seahorses, sea turtles, and the strange yet fascinating Mola mola (or sunfish).
Also known as James Bay, Egas Port is home to the curious Galapagos hawks and quick-footed Galapagos lava lizards. The trail leads to a coastline with gorgeous tide pools and grottos full of fauna. Here the Galapagos fur sea lions bathe in the sun. This is also a great snorkeling site.
In the afternoon you will head for Bartholomew Island, home of the famous Pinnacle Rock. Bartholomew consists of an extinct volcano with a variety of red, orange, black and even green volcanic formations. You will take a trail of stairs to the summit of the volcano (about 30 or 40 minutes) where you will enjoy one of the best views of the islands! You will also visit a small, beautiful beach surrounded by the only vegetation found on this barren island. The beach is perfect for snorkeling where you may even see the Galapagos penguins.
North Seymour. Here you will be able to see Galapagos sea lions, blue-footed boobies, and magnificent frigate birds which are abundant on North Seymour Island. The island was formed by a series of submarine lava containing layers of sediment that were uplifted by tectonic activity. The island is characterized by its arid vegetation zone.
After this final visit, you will be transferred to Baltra airport in time for your flight back to the mainland.
You will undertake this voyage on board the Infinity a luxury yacht designed to make your cruising experience through the Galapagos as comfortable as possible
Experience the unique wildlife of the Galapagos including flightless cormorants, flamingos, penguins, tortoise, marine iguanas, sharks, turtles and a vast multitude of multicoloured fish & bird species.
You will have the opportunity to snorkel and kayak in some of the most beautiful waters in all of South America if not the world.
Discover the dynamic beauty of the Galapagos ranging from pure white sandy beaches, lush forests, highlands, rocky coves, turquoise waters & even lava formations.
Launched in 2018, this stylish modern motor yacht offers high performance and unrivalled comfort. The ship accommodates only 20 passengers in eight spacious and luxurious cabins and two suites. The cabins and suites all feature private balconies and panoramic windows, hot water and air conditioning. On board the ship there is an al-fresco dining room, interior lounge for briefings, a bar and a Jacuzzi on the sun deck. The crew of 13 plus 2 Naturalist guides and a cruise manager ensure you get the most out of your Galapagos experience.
Ice Class:
Length: 161 feet / 49 meters
Breadth: 33 feet / 10 metersMax
Draft: Cruising
Speed: 10 knots
Electricity: Passenger
Capacity:20
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Galapagos 8 Day Cruise B | Infinity from £ 6,752 | ||
Selected Tuesdays |
All entrance fees are subject to change without prior notice.
* Itinerary is subject to change depending on weather conditions and government regulations.
All meals and excursions while onboard the ship
Transfers in the islands
Bilingual National Park Guide
Use of snorkelling equipment/wetsuit
Use of underwater camera
Free Airport Assistance*
Hotel night in Quito or Guayaquil (the day before the cruise)*
2 Free transfers to Galapagos Flights*
*Applies only when purchasing roundtrip Galapagos/mainland airfare from this supplier
Roundtrip airfare to/from Galapagos
Alcoholic drinks
Galapagos National Park Entrance fee (US$200 per person from Aug 2024 - Subject to change)
Galapagos Transit Control Card (USD$20 per person - Subject to change)
Travel/Medical insurance
Gratuities
Personal Expenses
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