Galapagos - Ecuador
Luxury
8 Days
Included
Easy
16 Passengers
The Integrity Galapagos Cruise offers a truly unique and unforgettable experience for those seeking to explore the natural beauty of the Galapagos Islands. The cabins on board the Integrity are spacious and elegantly decorated, featuring large windows that offer breathtaking views of the ocean and the islands. Each cabin is equipped with modern amenities, including air conditioning, a mini-fridge, and an en-suite bathroom. Guests can choose from a range of cabin categories, including master suites with private balconies and Jacuzzis. The cabins on the Integrity are designed to create a sense of exclusivity and privacy.
The culinary experience on the Integrity Luxury Cruise is second to none, with an onboard chef who creates a diverse and delicious menu that showcases the flavors of the Galapagos. The chef uses locally sourced ingredients to create a range of dishes that cater to all dietary requirements. Guests can enjoy their meals in the elegant dining room, which offers stunning views of the ocean and the islands.
The Integrity Luxury Cruise in Galapagos offers a range of areas to lounge and relax, including a spacious sun deck, a Jacuzzi, and a lounge area. The sun deck is the perfect place to soak up the sun and enjoy the panoramic views of the ocean and the islands.
Itineraries
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WED Arrival at Baltra Airport, Santa Cruz Highlands
THU Gardner Bay, Suarez Point
FRI Pitt Point, Witch Hill
SAT Santa Fe Island, South Plaza Island
SUN Darwin Bay, Prince Phillip Steps
MON Santiago Island: Sullivan Bay; Bartholomew Island: Pinnackle Rock
TUE Rabida Island, Chinese Hat
WED Back to Baltra
(8 days A)
Day 1: You’ll land at Baltra Airport today, and we’ll be there to pick you up and take you to the Integrity Galapagos yacht so that you can begin your cruise in the morning. You will be welcomed on board, shown to your cabin, and given some time to settle in. We’ll travel to the Santa Cruz Highlands after lunch so we can see giant tortoises in the wild and explore some amazing lava tubes. The opportunity to see the giant tortoise breeding program at the Charles Darwin Research Station will also be available.Ā
Day 2: Our first stop today is Gardner Bay, a breathtaking stretch of white sand on Espanola Island. Here, you can go hiking, kayaking, snorkeling, take a dinghy ride, or simply lay on the beach and unwind. Later on, while hiking at Suarez Point, we will see a variety of Galapagos birds, including the waved albatross if we are there during the right time of year (April to December).
Day 3: We will first travel to Pitt Point on San Cristobal Island, which is located in the northeast of the island. Hiking through this area reveals cliff faces and ravines with great opportunities for bird watching. Kayaking and snorkeling are also available here. This afternoon, kayaking, hiking, and snorkeling are all available at Witch Hill on the northern coast. The beach itself has lovely white sand.
Day 4: When we arrive at Santa Fe Island, we will hike two of the scenic bay’s trails. One leads to a cactus forest from a beach, while the other leads to a picturesque clifftop vista. Later on, at South Plaza Island, we can explore the jagged cliffs and discover more about the Opuntia cacti that are native to the island while keeping an eye out for fascinating bird life.
Day 5: Our first stop today is the stunning Darwin Bay on Genovesa Island, where there are opportunities for hiking, kayaking, snorkeling, and taking a dinghy ride. The mangroves are alive with life, and the white sand coral beach is breathtaking. We then proceed to the Prince Phillip steps. A stunning view can be had after scaling these up the cliff, and hiking offers opportunities for bird watching.
Day 6: On Santiago Island this morning, we will travel to Sullivan Bay, a Galapagos visitor site with a coral beach and a sizable lava field beyond. Here, we can go swimming, snorkeling, and hiking. The spectacular Bartholomew Island with the stunning Pinnacle Rock is waiting for us later in the day. Although it takes work to reach the top of the island, the view is very well worth it. After the hike, you can snorkel among lovely fish.
Day 7: The unordinary bright red beach at Rabida Island is where we start our day’s exploration. We can take a quick hike to explore this fascinating volcanic landscape. Snorkeling is available here as well. Later on in the day, we’ll travel to Chinese Hat, so named because of its shape, to view lava structures and take advantage of the island’s hiking and snorkeling opportunities.
Day 8: It’s time to say goodbye to the ship and its crew as this is your last morning on the Integrity Galapagos cruise and head to Baltra. We’ll take you to the airport so you can catch a flight to the mainland of Ecuador. Your time in the Galapagos will always be fondly recalled.
FRI Arrival, Santa Cruz Island
SAT Floreana Island: Cormorant Point, Champion Islet, Post Office Bay
SUN Moreno Point, Elizabeth Bay
MON Urbina Bay, Fernandina Island
TUE Isabela Island: Tagus Cove, Vicente Roca Point
WED Santiago Island, Espumilla Beach
THU North Seymour, Bachas Beach
FRI Transfer to Baltra Airport
(8 days B)
Day 1: We will pick you up and take you to the Integrity Galapagos Yacht when your flight lands today. We’ll take some time here to help you get settled in your cabin and eat lunch. We’ll visit Santa Cruz Island in the late afternoon. First, we’ll travel to the highlands where we’ll search for giant tortoises among the verdant greenery and explore some amazing lava tubes. After that, we’ll go to the Charles Darwin Research Station to find out more about the archipelago’s tortoise breeding facility.
Day 2: As we get closer to Floreana Island, we’ll first stop by Cormorant Point, a strangely green beach with a sizable lagoon, to search for flamingos and turtles. Additionally, snorkeling can be done at Champion Islet. We will gain knowledge about the Post Office Bay’s historic barrel-based postal system in the afternoon and post mail there. At Asilo de la Paz, there is also a chance to go on a brief hike.
Day 3: Moreno Point, a fantastic location for birdwatching with fascinating tidal pools, is where we stop first. Walking and snorkeling are both possible here. On the east coast of Isabela, close to Elizabeth Bay will be our destination this afternoon. We can see the diverse marine and bird life and go snorkeling while traveling by dinghy.
Day 4: The next stop on Isabela is Urbina Bay, where there is the opportunity to go hiking along two trails and snorkel. Given that the land underwent uplift in the 1950s, which left marine life stranded, this region is interesting geologically. Later, when we are on Fernandina Island, we can see the imposing La Cumbre volcano from Espinoza Point. It’s a well-liked location for Galapagos hawk nesting.
Day 5: Prior to returning to Isabela Island, we stop by Tagus Cove and hike up to Lake Darwin, which offers stunning views. This place offers snorkeling opportunities. Our final stop on Isabela is Vicente Roca Point on the island’s northwest coast, which is a great place for snorkeling and offers a wide variety of marine life.
Day 6: This morning on Santiago Island, we’ll hike along a lovely coastal path and look for wildlife in grottos and tide pools as we go. Here, we can snorkel as well. Later, we’ll visit Buccaneer Cove with its enigmatic history of pirate life and Espumilla Beach for some fantastic snorkeling.
Day 7: A plain route at North Seymour Island takes us across the island as we hike, passing nesting birds by the side of the trail. Here, snorkeling is also an option. This afternoon at Bachas Beach, there are still some signs of the US presence from the Second World War, in addition to a wide variety of wildlife.
Day 8: Visitors can say their final farewell to the crew and Integrity Galapagos yacht on this, your last morning with us, and we will then escort you to Baltra Airport for your flight to the mainland.
2024 PRICES | |||
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6 Days | 7 Days | 8 Days | |
Single Stateroom | US$6,995 | US$7,495 | US$7,995 |
Stateroom | US$6,995 | US$7,495 | US$7,995 |
Owner’s Suite | US$7,795 | US$8,295 | US$8,795 |
Charter | US$105,000 | US$110,000 | US$115,000 |
Vessel type
Motor Yacht
Year built
2005
Length
141 ft
Beam
24 ft
Draft
7 ft
Max speed
12 knots
Crew
10 ISM certified
Capacity
16 passengers
Decks
3
Cabins
9
Bathrooms
9
Engines
Main engines: 2 Detroit - MTU Series 60, 4-cycle electronically controlled, set on Lo-Rez mounts and shaft couplings for vibration control Main generators: 2 Isuzu 96 kW 60 Hertz 120-240 Volts Emergency generator: Kubota 12 kW 60 Hertz 120-240 Volts
Freshwater maker
Yes
Suite
1
Staterooms
8
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Toiletries
Room towels
110v Electricity point in cabin
Lounge Area
Bar
Sundeck