Galapagos Encounter: Southern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

Galapagos Encounter: Southern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

Encounter the Galapagos on a sailing voyage that takes in the very best of the southern islands. Rub shoulders with the local wildlife as sea lions, iguanas, giant tortoises and exotic birds of all shapes and sizes go about their daily business all over this wild slice of paradise. Go snorkelling in the presence of mighty manta rays and lively turtles, and see tropical fish fill the surrounding water with fluorescent colour. Experience firsthand the natural, rugged landscapes of the Galapagos, and see what Charles Darwin saw when he arrived on the isles more than 180 years ago and began formulating his theory of evolution. Prepare to get fully acquainted with the natural wonder of these far-flung islands on this breathtaking Galapagos Encounter.

Activities

• Isla Santa Cruz – Punta Carrion – Snorkelling (1 hour)
• Isla Isabela – Las Tintoreras visit (1.5 hours) – Dry Landing
• Isla Isabela – Arnolda Tupiza Tortoise Breeding Center including Flamingo Lagoon (2 hours) – Dry Landing
• Isla Floreana – Post Office Bay – Walk (1.5 hours) – Wet Landing
• Isla Floreana – Punta Cormorant walk (1.5 hours) – Wet Landing
• Isla Floreana – Devil’s Crown snorkelling (1 hour)
• Isla Floreana – Post Office Bay snorkelling (45 mins)
• Isla Santa Cruz – Charles Darwin Research Station (1 hour) – Dry Landing

Highlights

• As you board your vessel, M.Y. Grand Queen Beatriz, and follow in the footsteps of Charles Darwin, you will encounter nature at its finest.
• Explore the islands from on deck, on foot and in the water, no doubt with your eyes open for your next unique sight.
• You’ll encounter giant Galapagos tortoises, blue-footed and masked boobies, pelicans and frigate birds, as well as land and marine iguanas, sea lions, fur seals and perhaps dolphins, whales and sea turtles.