Galapagos: Seaman Journey | 5 days

YACHT SEAMAN JOURNEY 5 day itinerary

*Galapagos excursions are subject to change without prior notice. Changes in plans may arise due to weather conditions, National Park regulations, or other unforeseen circumstances.

Arrival on San Cristobal Island and transfer.

IPM: Gianni Arismendy Environmental Interpretation Centre

The Gianni Arismendy Environmental Interpretation Centre features lush gardens and stunning ocean views. Here, you will learn about the geological and human history of the islands, conservation facts, and natural history. This center serves as the oldest natural history museum in the Galapagos, striving to preserve the archipelago’s unique ecosystem.

Dinner onboard this evening

AM: San Cristobal Island, Punta Pitt

Punta Pitt, located at the eastern end of San Cristobal Island, features a 90-meter beach and several natural viewpoints overlooking an eroded hill of volcanic tuff.

A 1,400-meter trail leads from Oliviana Beach to the hilltop, showcasing vibrant colors from various types of lava. Strong winds have created stunning landscapes reminiscent of a science fiction movie.

Oliviana Beach’s sand, adorned with bright crystals from lava erosion and shells, provides a sunbathing spot for sea lions. Here, you can observe frigate birds, pelicans, herons, and seagulls. Punta Pitt is one of the few places where you can see all three species of boobies—blue-footed, red-footed, and masked—along with two species of frigate birds.

PM: Lobos Island, San Cristobal Island

Isla Lobos is a small, flat islet known for its sea lion population, which frolics on the white sand beach. Located about 20 minutes by boat from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, the island offers excellent snorkeling opportunities.

Two strands of beach provide access for tourists to explore the underwater world alongside sea lions. An 850-meter trail connects the brush and features saltwater-tolerant coastal vegetation. It is an important nesting site for blue-footed boobies and frigate birds. One of the easiest islands to walk on as it is flat and everything is very close.

Gardner Bay
Located on the north-eastern coast of Hood, Gardner Bay offers an excellent beach to relax, swim and even kayak, plus the opportunity to observe sea lions, here we can also observe sharks in the crystal clear ocean waters. At this place you can see three species of Darwin finches: A subspecies of the large-billed cactus finch, which is similar to the large-billed terrestrial finch; the small-beaked ground finch and, the singing finch which is another
endemic subspecies. Both resident and migratory birds are observed.

Suarez Point
This area is great for spotting blue-footed boobies, albatrosses and Nazca boobies. A beautiful site on the oceanfront, the large waved albatrosses use the cliff as a launching pad. The famous attraction is the magnificent blowhole, spurting water high into the air at least from 50 to 75 meters high. This site presents wonderful photograph opportunities.

AM: Cormorant Point, Champion Islet

Cormorant Point likely boasts the best flamingo lagoon in the Galapagos, nestled between two tuff lava cones. You can observe various shorebirds, including common stilts and white-cheeked pintail ducks, alongside the flamingos. The area features two distinct beaches: “Green Beach,” with its olivine crystal sand, and “Flour Sand Beach,” made of coral.

After your exploration, the group will visit Champion Islet, a prime spot for snorkeling with sea turtles, sea lions, and vibrant fish among the nearby coral reefs.

PM: Post Office Bay

Post Office Bay houses a wooden barrel placed by a whaling ship in the 18th century, serving as a makeshift post office for mariners and tourists. Visitors can hand-deliver letters or postcards. This site also marks the landing area for some of the first colonists. Spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach and enjoying the beauty of the Galapagos.

AM: Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre

The Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre, located in the Galapagos National Park on Charles Darwin Avenue, is a 40-minute walk from Gus Angermeyer Tourist Pier.

Start your visit at the Galapagos National Park Service information booth. Follow the trail to the Van Straelen Interpretation Centre, then to the breeding center. An elevated wooden path allows you to view several species of Santa Cruz tortoises and the tortoises of Española Island, culminating at the baby-tortoise breeding corral.

After your visit, you will transfer to Baltra airport for your flight back to the mainland.