EcoGalaxy

EcoGalaxy was built in 2015 with the least environmental footprint possible. Built with high standards for sailing on the Galapagos Islands preserving its fragile ecosystem. The 31m motor catamaran welcomes 16 Passengers with a crew of 8 plus naturalist guide.

On the Sundeck is a solarium with loungers with a 360 degree view. Four cabins are on the Upper Deck behind the bridge, and four twin cabins are found on the main deck. Each air-conditioned cabin has two single beds each with private bathroom, hot water, and safe. On the main deck, there is also a 24-hour coffee station, lounge with library, and briefing area. The lower deck has the dining room, kitchen, and crews’ quarters. The restaurant serves Ecuadorian and international cuisine, with gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options on request.

The itineraries are designed to showcase the best spots of the archipelago. The guide will explain the flora and fauna of the Galapagos and there will be plenty of chances to snorkel and see the underwater wonders.

Itineraries

A Northern Islands – 5 days / 4 nights

The 5-day central-western tour aboard the catamaran EcoGalaxy gives a quick view of a variety the Galapagos Islands. Includes the seabirds of Genovesa Island,  iguanas of Plazas, snorkelling with sea lions at San Cristobal.

Tue am: Arrive San Cristobal
pm: San Cristobal – Lobos Islet, sealions & seabirds

Wed am: Santa Fe – Giant cactus and hawks
pm:  South Plazas – Land iguanas & seabirds

Thu am: North Seymour – sealions, iguanas & seabirds
pm:  Mosquera Islet – sealions, shorebirds

Fri am: Genovesa – Darwin Bay, frigatebirds & boobies
pm: Genovesa – Prince Philip Steps, seabirds & sharks

Sat am: Santa Cruz – Highlands, tortoises in the wild
Baltra airport departure

B Western Islands – 6 days / 5 nights

This 6-day itinerary visits the large scenic volcanic islands of Isabela and Fernandina. You get to see the rare penguins and flightless cormorants, many marine iguanas and a chance to see tortoises in Santa Cruz.

Sat am: Arrival to Baltra Airport
pm: Santa Cruz – Charles Darwin Research Station, tortoises & giant cacti

Sun am: Isabela – Moreno Point, lava and rare plants & finches
pm: Isabela – Elizabeth Bay, mangroves, penguins, turtles, herons

Mon am: Isabela – Urbina Bay, marine & land iguanas, cormorants
pm: Isabela – Tagus Cove, historical anchorage & finches

Tue am: Fernandina – Espinosa Point, marine iguanas, sealions
pm: Isabela – Punta Vicente Roca, scenic dinghy ride and seabirds

Wed am: Santiago – Port Egas James Bay, tidepools and fur seals
pm: Rabida – Sea lions, flamingos, pelicans, finches
Thu am: Santa Cruz – Black Turtle Cove, Herons, turtles, sharks
Baltra airport departure.

C Eastern and Southern islands – 6 days / 5 nights

See lava flows and seabirds on Santiago and Bartolome. Española, the most southern point of the archipelago, is home to albatross and unique marine iguanas. Floreana has great snorkelling and historical sites.

Thu am: Baltra airport landing
pm: Santa Cruz – Bachas Beach, marine iguanas, herons, flamingos

Fri am: Santiago – Sullivan Bay, lava flow, lizards, penguins and turtles
pm: Bartolome – viewpoint, penguins, sharks, rays and hawks

Sat am: Santa Cruz, highlands and tortoises
pm: Santa Cruz – Charles Darwin Research Station, tortoises & giant cacti

Sun am:  Floreana – Cormorant Point, Flamingos, Devils Crown snorkel
pm:  Floreana – PO Bay, historical beach site

Mon am:  Española – Punta Suarez, Albatross & boobies
pm: Española – Gardner Bay, sealions & mockingbirds

Tue am:  San Cristobal – Interpretation Centre

Itineraries are subject to change due to unforeseen situations or by request of the National Park.

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