Galapagos Voyage on the Galapagos Legend
Legend Discovery
Program Code:
EGIC15
5 days / 4 nights - Thursday thru Monday
Baltra - Bartolome - Isabela - Fernandina - Santiago - Rabida - Santa Cruz
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ITINERARY
Day 1 - Thursday
AM / PM - QUITO or GUAYAQUIL / BALTRA ISLAND
Our services will begin upon your arrival at the airport of Baltra island (Galapagos) from Quito or Guayaquil after a flight of approximately 2 and a half hours.
The guides of the Galapagos Legend will greet you outside the customs area of the airport and provide the transfer to the pier from where you will board a dinghy to join the ship, anchored nearby. After a warm welcome on board check into your suite or cabin in preparation for the first excursion of the cruise itinerary.
PM - BARTOLOME (BARTHOLOMEW) ISLAND
In the afternoon we will make a dry landing on Bartolome island where we will see volcanic formations including lava bombs, spatter, and cinder cones. A hike to the summit will reward us with an impressive view of the surrounding islands, including the eroded tuff cone of Pinnacle Rock. During the hike to the summit, travelers will often see large colonies of Marine Iguanas, Lava Lizards, Tiquila bushes, and various Cacti. Back at the shore we have a chance to cool off while snorkeling. Here it is possible to see the Galapagos Penguins, Sea Turtles, and White Tipped Sharks from a safe distance.
EVE - The crew and your Naturalist guides on board the Galapagos Legend will give a briefing on security procedures and an outline of the program to follow over the next 5 days. Dinner and evening at leisure. Overnight on board. (L, D.)
Day 2 - Friday
AM - ISABELA (ALBEMARLE) ISLAND - Urbina Bay
After breakfast we will make a wet landing at Urbina bay on Isabela island. We will head towards the fossil beach and then to the coral area. On the way and depending of the season it will be possible to observe many endemic organisms such as Giant Tortoises, Land Iguanas and Flightless Cormorants.
PM - FERNANDINA (NARBOROUGH) ISLAND - Punta Espinosa
In the afternoon we will make a dry landing at Punta Espinosa on Fernandina island. Here we will be able to see the biggest Marine Iguanas mingle with Sally-Light Foot crabs and enjoy the nesting sites of the Flightless Cormorants, the Galapagos Penguins, Galapagos Hawks and Sea Lions. Among the flora and volcanic formations we can observe Brachycerus Cactus, and two kinds of lava formations, “pa-hoe-hoe” lava and ”AA”. Numerous mangrove beds extend into the sea, depicting a healthy and thriving eco-system.
EVE - Dinner and evening at leisure. Overnight on board. (B, L, D.)
Day 3 - Saturday
AM - SANTIAGO (JAMES / SAN SALVADOR) ISLAND - Puerto Egas
During the morning hours we will disembark the Galapagos Legend and make a wet landing at on a dark sand beach at Egas Port on Santiago island. Most of the landscape here is tuff-stone layers and lava flows while the surrounding area is good for spotting and observing hunting Herons, Great Blue Herons, Lava Herons, Oyster Catchers and the Yellow Crowned Night Heron. Enjoy the sight of Marine Iguanas graze upon algae beds at low tide sharing space with Red Sally Light-foot crabs and observe a colony of Fur-Seal swimming in deep pools of cool water called “grottos”. Back at the beach you can swim and snorkel in search of Octopuses, Sea Horses, Star Fish and other sea life.
PM - RABIDA (JERVIS) ISLAND
Wet landing at a dark red colored beach on Rabida island, frequented by Sea Lions. The coloration of the beach is due to its volcanic origin. The island is often considered the geographic center of Galapagos because it has the most diversified volcanic rocks of all the Islands. A short trail leads to a salt water lagoon, where you will occasionally find Flamingos. From July thru September is a good time of the year to observe Brown Pelicans nest in the salty bushes found at the far side of the salty lagoon. Here we can also observe Boobies and 9 species of Darwin’s finches. At the end of the excursion we will take a dinghy ride by the reefs where we have a great opportunity for snorkeling.
EVE - Dinner and evening at leisure. Overnight on board. (B, L, D.)
Day 4 - Sunday
AM - SANTA CRUZ (INDEFATIGABLE / CHAVEZ) ISLAND - Charles Darwin Station
In the morning hours we will visit Santa Cruz island where we have a chance to observe the work done at the Charles Darwin Research Station in Puerto Ayora. The station is staffed with international scientists conducting biological research and conservation projects. Giant Tortoises, part of the breeding program, can be observed here. Later we can also admire the impressive giant Prickly-pear cactus forest and many land birds. The visit to the station takes around 40 minutes. After this visit, passengers will have some free time to walk around town and shop for souvenirs.
PM - SANTA CRUZ (INDEFATIGABLE / CHAVEZ) ISLAND - Highlands
In the afternoon we can cross the highlands of Santa Cruz island. Here we will visit Cerro Chato where we will be able to observe the famous Giant Tortoises. In addition we can literally get into the Galapagos by walking in the dormant lava tubes.
EVE - Dinner and evening at leisure. Overnight on board.
(B, L, D.)
Day 5 - Monday
AM - SANTA CRUZ (INDEFATIGABLE / CHAVEZ) ISLAND - Bachas Beach
We will make a wet landing at Bachas Beach, located on the Northern coastline of Santa Cruz island. Here you will be greeted by different sea birds, Marine Iguanas and Sea Turtles. Opportunity to swim near the white sand beach before returning to the ship for lunch.
PM - Baltra Island / Guayaquil or Quito
We disembark at the docks of Baltra island from where we take a bus to the airport for the flight back to mainland Ecuador via Guayaquil to Quito.
(B, L.)
END OF SERVICES
RATES
Rates valid until December 31, 2010.
Rates are per person in US dollars.
Rates can NOT be guaranteed. Subject to change at any time.
Accommodations are based on double occupancy.
| GALAPAGOS LEGEND 2009 - 2010 Rates |
LOW SEASON *2 | HIGH SEASON *1 | ||
| CABIN | Double | Single *3 | Double | Single *3 |
Superior Interior (Earth Deck) |
$ 1660 | $ 2988 | $ 1730 | $ 3114 |
Superior Exterior (Sea Deck) |
$ 1990 | $ 3582 | $ 2120 | $ 3816 |
Junior Suite (Earth Deck) |
$ 2390 | $ 4302 | $ 2490 | $ 4482 |
Legend Suite (Earth Deck) |
$ 2660 | $ 4788 | $ 2790 | $ 5022 |
Galapagos Balcony Suite (Moon Deck) |
$ 3030 | $ 5454 | $ 3230 | $ 5814 |
| See Galapagos Legend Deck Plans | ||||
*1 HIGH SEASON - January 01 to 07, January 22 to February 29, March 13 to April 30, July 01 to September 02, October 01 to November 25, December 17 to 31.
*2 LOW SEASON - January 08 to 21, March 01 to 12, May 01 to June 30, September 03 - 30, November 26 to December 16.
*3 SINGLE supplement 80% over DOUBLE rates. NOTE: If traveling alone you have the option to share a twin cabin with a passenger of the same sex. If you do not wish to share, a single supplement will apply.
Triple Occupancy: Third person sharing cabin will receive a 20% discount - Passengers 1 & 2 in cabin full fare.
Children under 12 years of age are discounted 25% when sharing a cabin with 2 adults. Children under 7 years of age are not permitted on board.
Rates include:
- Accommodation in air-conditioned cabins with private bathroom.
- Meals scheduled on board.
- Daily visits to the islands with English/Spanish-speaking guide.
- Snorkeling opportunities.
- Briefings and lectures on board.
- Transfers to/from the Islands from/to the ship.
Rates do not include:
- Air tickets to/from Galapagos. We will obtain these flights for you and will invoice.
- Galapagos National Park Tax: US$ 100.00. This tax can be paid directly by the passengers (cash only) or can be invoiced and prepaid.
- Galapagos National Institute Migration Control Card: US$ 10.00. This figure will be invoiced and card will be handled by operator in Ecuador.
- Fuel Surcharge: 5 nights cruise US $90.00 per person. This figure will be invoiced and has to be prepaid.
- Snorkeling equipment (optional).
- Wet suits (optional).
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Medical Services, travel insurance and other not specified.
- Tips & personal expense.
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