Galapagos Horizon: Itinerary Genovesa & Central Islands (A)

Upon arrival, board your vessel and receive a safety briefing. Begin your adventure at Lobos Island, home to playful sea lions and a variety of seabirds. The crystal-clear waters provide an excellent opportunity to spot marine life, including sea turtles and rays. Continue to Kicker Rock, an iconic volcanic formation rising 104 meters from the ocean. This is one of the best snorkeling sites in the Galapagos, where you might encounter Galapagos sharks, schools of fish, and vibrant coral reefs.

Explore Pitt Point, a dramatic volcanic landscape where you’ll hike to a lookout offering breathtaking ocean views. Keep an eye out for blue-footed, red-footed, and Nazca boobies. Later, visit Witch Hill, a stunning white sand beach with turquoise waters, perfect for swimming and sunbathing alongside sea lions. A panga ride along the coast reveals unique rock formations shaped by time and erosion.

At Suarez Point, witness the only nesting site of the Waved Albatross and dramatic coastal blowholes. Then, head to Gardner Bay, a picturesque beach where sea lions lounge and mockingbirds curiously approach visitors. Snorkeling near Osborn Islet offers encounters with sea turtles, stingrays, and colorful reef fish.

Walk along Bachas Beach, a serene stretch of white sand where flamingos feed in nearby lagoons. In the afternoon, visit Bartolome Island, known for its volcanic landscapes and Pinnacle Rock. A hike to the island’s summit rewards you with panoramic views of Sullivan Bay. Snorkel in the bay to observe sea lions, marine iguanas, and penguins.

Rabida Island features a unique red sand beach, a result of iron-rich volcanic material. Walk along the shore, spot flamingos in a lagoon, and snorkel among tropical fish. At Egas Port on Santiago Island, explore tide pools teeming with marine life, including fur seals, sea lions, and lava lizards. The hike along the rocky coastline offers incredible photography opportunities.

Arrive at Darwin Bay, where a coral beach leads to a trail through mangroves filled with red-footed boobies and frigatebirds. Snorkel among vibrant marine life before heading to El Barranco (Prince Philip’s Steps), where you’ll ascend a steep rocky path to see all three booby species and the elusive short-eared owl.

Visit Mosquera Islet, home to one of the largest sea lion colonies. You may also spot orcas hunting offshore. Then, explore the Santa Cruz Highlands, where lush vegetation contrasts with the arid coastal areas. This region is home to wild giant tortoises, finches, and pintail ducks.

Conclude your journey at North Seymour Island, where blue-footed boobies perform their famous courtship dance and land iguanas roam the rocky terrain. A final snorkeling excursion offers one last chance to see Galapagos marine life before heading to the airport for departure.