Upon arrival at Baltra Island, meet your guide and board your yacht. In the afternoon, visit Bachas Beach on Santa Cruz Island, a nesting site for green sea turtles. Walk along the white sand beach, observing frigatebirds, blue-footed boobies, and Sally Lightfoot crabs. Swim or snorkel in the crystal-clear waters before returning to your yacht for the evening.

Hermes Catamaran: Itinerary Western Islands (A)
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day adventure through the western Galapagos Islands, exploring remote islands teeming with wildlife. Walk among giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and blue-footed boobies, snorkel alongside penguins and sea lions, and witness dramatic volcanic landscapes. Visit highlights like Bachas Beach, Tagus Cove, Fernandina’s pristine shores, and North Seymour Island before concluding in Baltra.
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Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Baltra – Bachas Beach
Day 2 : Tagus Cove & Urbina Bay – Isabela Island
Explore the western shores of Isabela Island, beginning with Tagus Cove, once frequented by whalers and pirates. Hike along the trail for breathtaking views of Darwin Lake and surrounding volcanic formations. Look for flightless cormorants, Galapagos penguins, and marine iguanas.
In the afternoon, visit Urbina Bay, known for its dramatic uplifted coral reef. Walk among land iguanas and giant tortoises, then snorkel in the bay’s rich waters, where sea turtles and rays glide beneath the surface.
Day 3 : Espinoza Point & Vicente Roca Point – Fernandina & Isabela
Start your morning at Espinoza Point on Fernandina Island, one of the most pristine islands in the Galapagos. Witness vast colonies of marine iguanas, sea lions, and the endemic flightless cormorants. The lava landscapes provide a striking contrast to the vibrant wildlife.
In the afternoon, head to Vicente Roca Point on Isabela Island, an incredible snorkeling site featuring green sea turtles, sharks, and rays. The dramatic cliffs and caves make for an awe-inspiring coastal exploration by panga.
Day 4 : Puerto Egas, Playa Espumilla & Buccaneer Cove – Santiago Island
Discover the diverse coastline of Santiago Island, starting at Puerto Egas. Walk along its unique black sand beach and tidal pools, home to fur seals and marine iguanas.
Continue to Playa Espumilla, a stunning golden sand beach backed by mangroves, where sea turtles nest, and flamingos gather in the nearby lagoon.
End the day at Buccaneer Cove, where towering cliffs and rock formations once sheltered pirates. Snorkel among colorful fish and sea lions before returning to your yacht.
Day 5 : North Seymour Island & Departure From Baltra
On your final morning, visit North Seymour Island, famous for its thriving bird colonies. Walk among nesting frigatebirds with their bright red throat pouches, blue-footed boobies performing their courtship dance, and playful sea lions basking on the shore.
After the visit, transfer to Baltra Airport for your departure, taking unforgettable memories of the Galapagos with you.
Highlights
- Walk along Bachas Beach, a sea turtle nesting site.
- Snorkel with penguins, sea lions, and marine iguanas at Vicente Roca Point.
- Explore the untouched landscapes of Fernandina, home to flightless cormorants.
- Witness giant tortoises and land iguanas at Urbina Bay.
- Observe the famous frigatebirds and blue-footed boobies on North Seymour Island.
Includes
- Accommodation in double cabin.
- Fuel Surcharge.
- All activities and excursions as depicted in the itineraries in company of a bilingual naturalist guide.
- Snorkeling equipment.
- Kayak
- Wetsuits
- Stand up Paddle Board
- Cooking and cocktail lessons.
- Internet
- All meals on board.
- Purified water, tea, coffee
- Non – alcoholic beverages
- Selected menu premium wines, beer and cocktails
- Laundry service
- Mini bar consumption
- Butler service
Not Included
- Air ticket to and from Galapagos.
- Gratuities to guides and crew.
- Personals expenses.
- Alcoholic drinks not included in menu selection
- Travel insurance.