Galápagos Islands Expedition Cruise

Arrive in Quito

¡Bienvenida a Ecuador! Upon arrival at the Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), follow the signs to Customs. After you pass through Customs, head to Baggage Claim where a representative holding an orange Adventures by Disney sign will meet you and provide assistance you with your luggage. Once you have your luggage, the representative will escort you to your awaiting transportation to the hotel that is located at Mariscal Sucre Airport.

Check-In at the Hotel

Arrive at the Wyndham Quito Airport, conveniently located at Mariscal Sucre Airport, and get to know this comfortable hotel that embraces the spirit of the Ecuadorian capital while your Adventure Guides check you in. Adventurers will have the evening to explore Quito. Ask your Adventure Guide for sightseeing and dining recommendations.

Breakfast at Leisure in Hotel

¡Buenos Días! Enjoy a delicious breakfast at your leisure before your flight to Baltra.

Fly to Baltra

Transfer via coach to Mariscal Sucre Airport (UIO) for your flight to Seymour Airport (GPS) on Baltra Island. Upon your arrival on the island, you and your baggage will be transferred to the ship.

Panga Ride to Ship & Embarkation

Transfer to the ship via a panga boat, an outboard-powered boat that is common throughout this region. Once aboard the ship, you’ll check-in and then embark on your adventure of a lifetime.

Shipboard Welcome Orientation

Familiarize yourself with the Galápagos Legend—your home for the next 6 days—at this orientation where you’ll learn about the amenities and features of the ship as well as receive some important safety information.

Lunch on Board the Ship

Enjoy a delicious meal on board the ship before heading out for an afternoon adventure.

Black Turtle Cove

Board a panga with a naturalist for an exploration through the mangrove forests in an internal lagoon that’s accessible only by sea. Keep an eye out for white-tipped sharks, herons and egrets in this declared turtle sanctuary.

Welcome Reception & Dinner

Gather together with your fellow Adventurers and Adventure Guides for a welcome reception followed by a delicious meal on board the ship.

Please note: Activities may vary and are subject to change pending the weather conditions and Galápagos National Park regulations.

Breakfast On Board the Ship

Wake up to a delicious breakfast and get ready for a day of adventures in the Galápagos Islands.

El Barranco with Naturalist

Ride a panga to the far side of the caldera where red-billed tropic birds and Galápagos fur seals can be seen on the shoreline. Then, take El Barranco’s steep rocky path—also known as Prince Phillip’s Steps—up to a high cliff face where you’ll be treated to a spectacular view of the island. The area is home to a variety of species, including Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, mockingbirds and finches, who you may spot on your way to an expansive lava field. Once at the lava field, keep a lookout for wedge-rumped storm petrels and short-eared owls.

Lunch on Board the Ship

Follow your adventure-filled morning with a delicious lunch on board the ship before continuing your day on the islands.

Naturalist-Led Hike at Darwin Bay

Take in the magnificent surrounding scenery as you enjoy a wilderness hike to Darwin Bay. Known as a “bird of paradise,” be sure to watch for swallow-tailed gulls, mockingbirds Galápagos doves and many others. If you’re lucky, you may even spot the rarest gull in the world, the endemic lava gull.

Dinner on Board the Ship and Junior Adventurer Pizza Party

Join your fellow Adventurers for dinner in the ship’s dining room. Junior Adventurers will have their own pizza party.

Evening Onboard Activities

Get together with family and friends for some fun activities that may include: a Disney movie, stargazing on the equator, the Galápagos Legend Olympics, a dance party and more.

Breakfast On Board the Ship

Wake up to a delicious breakfast and get ready for a day of adventures in the Galápagos Islands.

Dragon Hill Hike & Snorkel

Upon arrival on a small lava dock, keep your eyes open for an encounter with the marine iguanas that blend in with the dark rock. Take in the scenic splendor that surrounds you as you walk along the sickle-shaped beach towards Dragon Hill. As you walk the circular path along the shallow lake, watch for flamingoes that frequently come to feed in the area. You may also spot other waders, such as stilts, turnstones and sandpipers as they forage for food on the muddy lake edges. The walk continues inland to a dry, forested habitat where land iguanas nest and burrow—giving Dragon Hill its name.

Lunch on Board the Ship

Follow your adventure-filled morning with a delicious lunch on board the ship before continuing your day on the islands.

Santa Fe Island Snorkel & Exploration

Snorkel the turquoise waters of Santa Fe Island’s protected bay, where you may encounter turtle, sea lions, reef sharks and spotted eagle rays. Following your fabulous snorkel, head to the beach and share the sand with an abundance of sea lions. Begin a leisurely walk and take in the surrounding endemic flora, including the giant Opuntia cacti. As you continue your walk, be sure to lookout for the native Santa Fe iguanas and Galápagos hawks.

Dinner on Board the Ship

Join your fellow Adventurers for a fantastic family meal in the ship’s dining room.

Evening Onboard Activities

Get together with family and friends for some fun activities that may include: a Disney movie, stargazing on the equator, the Galápagos Legend Olympics, a dance party and more.

Breakfast On Board the Ship

Wake up to a delicious breakfast and get ready for a day of adventures in the Galápagos Islands.

Centro de Educación Visit and Bazaar

Tour this center which provides an inclusive environment for special needs students from the Islands to pursue their creative interests. There will be an exclusive bazaar where you will be able to view and purchase crafts to support their school.

Coffee Farm Tour/Tasting

Join a local expert for a tour of an authentic coffee plantation, where you’ll learn about the life cycle of the coffee bean that’s grown in volcanic rock and is responsible for the famous flavor of the region’s amazing coffee. And if you’re not already awake, follow your tour with a tasting that is guaranteed to kick-start your day!

Rancho El Manzanillo in the Santa Cruz Highlands

Discover the pride of the Galápagos Islands! See famed giant tortoises in their natural habitat, moving at their usual unhurried pace. Take a privately guided tour of the Galápagos Tortoise Reserve and learn about these elegant behemoths as you walk among them. You may also see many of the islands' bird species, including Darwin's finches, cattle egrets and short-eared owls.

Lunch at Rancho El Manzanillo

Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring local flavors at this Giant Tortoise ranch where you can walk amongst these amazing creatures.

Mosquera Islet Snorkeling & Walk

Explore the area around the soft white sand beach that is home to a group of sea lions. You’ll observe shorebirds, herons, lava gulls and boobies. Take to the clear waters for some snorkeling where you may see sharks, rays and barracudas.

Dinner on Board the Ship

Join your fellow Adventurers for a fantastic family meal in the ship’s dining room.

Evening Onboard Activities

Get together with family and friends for some fun activities that may include: a Disney movie, stargazing on the equator, the Galápagos Legend Olympics, a dance party and more.

Breakfast On Board the Ship

Wake up to a delicious breakfast and get ready for a day of adventures in the Galápagos Islands.

Santiago Island: Egas Port Walk & Swim with Naturalist

Trek across the black volcanic sand that sets this landing apart from most others. You’ll observe a fur seal colony, American oystercatchers, sea lions, waders, herons, lava lizards and Galápagos hawks on this amazing excursion. Cool down after your walk with a refreshing swim in the azure waters of the sea.

Lunch on Board the Ship

Follow your adventure-filled morning with a delicious lunch on board the ship before continuing your day on the islands.

Rabida Island Walk & Snorkel with Naturalist

Discover the beauty of Rabida Island’s distinctive red-sand beach as your naturalist points out some local wildlife that includes sea lions, mockingbirds, finches, endemic Galápagos doves and vermillion flycatchers. You’ll also walk through a forest of palo santo and cacti to a bay overlook that offers breathtaking panoramic views. Dive into the bay for some snorkeling where you’ll swim alongside of black-striped salemas, sea lions and turtles.

Dinner on Board the Ship

Join your fellow Adventurers for a fantastic family meal in the ship’s dining room.

Evening Onboard Activities

Get together with family and friends for some fun activities that may include: a Disney movie, stargazing on the equator, the Galápagos Legend Olympics, a dance party and more.

Breakfast On Board the Ship

Wake up to a delicious breakfast and get ready for a day of adventures in the Galápagos Islands.

Urbina Bay Excursion with Naturalist

Hike your way to the dramatic view of a completely exposed block of coral caused by a massive geological uplift. You’ll also hike to the base of Alcedo Volcano where you may spot land iguanas and Galápagos giant tortoises during the wet season. Follow your hike with a refreshing snorkel in the lovely turquoise waters off the shore.

Lunch on Board the Ship

Follow your adventure-filled morning with a delicious lunch on board the ship before continuing your day on the islands.

Tagus Cove Excursion with Naturalist

This location is one of the few sites visited by Charles Darwin during his time in the Galápagos Islands. You’ll make your way to Darwin Lake where a stunning volcanic landscape awaits you. Dive in and snorkel amongst turtles, fish, penguins and potentially flightless cormorants.

Dinner on Board the Ship

Join your fellow Adventurers for a fantastic family meal in the ship’s dining room.

Evening Onboard Activities

Get together with family and friends for some fun activities that may include: a Disney movie, stargazing on the equator, the Galápagos Legend Olympics, a dance party and more.

Breakfast On Board the Ship

Wake up to a delicious breakfast and get ready for a day of adventures in the Galápagos Islands.

Fernandina Island: Espinosa Point with Naturalist

Join a naturalist for an exploration of the youngest island of Galápagos, as well as one of the most pristine in the world. It is known as the “marine iguana capital of the world” and is also home to Galápagos penguins. During your visit, you’ll get to snorkel with marine iguanas as they feed underwater, penguins, turtles and the endemic, flightless cormorants.

Lunch on Board the Ship

Follow your adventure-filled morning with a delicious lunch on board the ship before continuing your day on the islands.

Isabela Island: Vicente Roca Point Visit with Naturalist

Take to the sea in a deep-water snorkeling adventure in the rich marine haven of the Bolivar Channel. You’ll also take a panga ride along the coast where you may spot a great diversity of sea and coastal birds that includes Nazca and blue-footed boobies, noddies, brown pelicans and flightless cormorants.

Farewell Dinner

Dine al fresco with your fellow Adventurers at a final feast on board the Galápagos Legend. Toast the adventure of a lifetime you've shared with your family and newfound friends!

Breakfast On Board the Ship

Wake up and enjoy a final breakfast on board the ship before disembarking and continuing your adventure.

Santa Cruz Island: Pit Craters

Following your disembarking from the ship, you’ll enjoy a final nature walk into the endemic Scalesia forest for a first-hand look at the massive Twin Craters that were caused by the collapse of the volcanic roof of empty magma chambers due to gradual tectonic shifts and erosion.

Transfer to Seymour Airport & Lunch

Following your morning at the beach, you will be transferred to Seymour Airport (GPS) on Baltra Island for your flight to Quito. You will enjoy a specially prepared boxed lunch prior to your flight.

Fly to Quito for Journey Home OR Optional Post Night Stay in Quito

Arrive at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO). Guests can stay at the airport for later flights, or transfer to Wyndham Quito Airport for either an optional short or post night stay in Quito.