Galapagos Angel Yacht: Itinerary Western & Southern Islands (B)

Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, transfer to your yacht and settle in before heading to Bachas Beach, a picturesque white sand beach on Santa Cruz Island. Here, you can spot flamingos in coastal lagoons and sea turtles nesting along the shore. The remnants of a U.S. WWII floating pier add historical intrigue to this beautiful setting.

Start the day at Mosquera Islet, a small sandy island between North Seymour and Baltra, home to one of the largest sea lion colonies in the Galapagos. Keep an eye out for shorebirds and the occasional orca sighting. In the afternoon, visit Dragon Hill on Santa Cruz Island, where a scenic trail takes you through diverse landscapes, offering encounters with land iguanas and a mix of coastal and dry-zone vegetation.

Explore Tagus Cove, a historic anchorage site used by 19th-century whalers and pirates. A hike to Darwin Lake offers spectacular views of the surrounding volcanic terrain. In the afternoon, cross the Bolivar Channel to Fernandina Island and visit Espinoza Point, a hotspot for marine iguanas, sea lions, and the rare flightless cormorant.

Visit Urbina Bay, where geological uplift has revealed coral formations and created a unique landscape now inhabited by giant tortoises and land iguanas. Later, explore Elizabeth Bay by dinghy, navigating through mangrove forests where sea turtles, rays, and Galapagos penguins thrive in the calm waters.

At Moreno Point, walk across ancient lava flows dotted with lagoons that attract flamingos, pintail ducks, and other wading birds. Snorkeling here reveals a variety of marine life, including sea turtles and reef sharks. In the afternoon, visit Puerto Villamil, a charming coastal town where you can explore beaches, lagoons, and local culture.

Hike to the Sierra Negra Volcano, boasting one of the world’s largest volcanic calderas. The panoramic views and rugged landscapes make this trek unforgettable. Later, visit the Arnaldo Tupiza Breeding Center, where conservation efforts help protect the giant tortoise populations of Isabela Island.

Snorkel at Devil’s Crown, a submerged volcanic crater teeming with marine life, including colorful fish, reef sharks, and sea turtles. In the afternoon, visit Cormorant Point, home to a flamingo-filled lagoon and two contrasting beaches—one with greenish olivine sand and another with white coral sand.

Cruise around Daphne Island, an important research site for the study of Darwin’s finches. Although land visits are restricted, you can observe seabirds such as blue-footed boobies and Nazca boobies from the boat. Conclude the trip with a transfer to Baltra Airport for your return flight.