OCEAN SPRAY Itinerary A - 6 Days
ITINERARY A - 6 DAYS
SATURDAY
AM: Baltra Airport: Arrival and Transfer to the boat
PM: Chinese Hat (HK/SN)
SUNDAY
AM: Isabela: Vicente Roca Point (HK/SN)
PM: Fernandina: Espinosa Point (HK/SN)
MONDAY
AM: Isabela: Tagus Cove (HK/SN)
PM: Isabela: Urbina Bay (HK/SN)
TUESDAY
AM: Isabela: Elizabeth Bay (HK/SN)
PM: Isabela: Moreno Point (HK/SN)
WEDNESDAY
AM: Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Research Station (HK)
PM: Santa Cruz: Highlands (HK)
THURSDAY
AM: South Plazas (HK)
Baltra: Transfer to the Airport
HK: HIKE / SN: SNORKEL / PR: PANGA RIDE / KY: KAYAK /
PB: PADDLE BOARD
DAY 1: SATURDAY
AM: ARRIVAL TO BALTRA ISLAND AIRPORT, RECEPTION AND TRANSFER TO THE YACHT FOR THE FIRST VISIT.
Upon arrival, reception and assistance at the airport, transfer from Baltra Airport to the M/C Ocean Spray.
PM: CHINESE HAT
This site offers rare, up close viewing of Galapagos wildlife and well-preserved remnants of fragile volcanic rock that can't be found in such a unique condition anywhere else. The island is named after the similarity of an Asian type of hat. Here you can see American Oystercatchers and Galapagos Penguins swimming along the shores.
DAY 2: SUNDAY
AM: ISABELA ISLAND: VICENTE ROCA POINT
Vicente Roca Point has outstanding geological formations and is a great place to see various bird species. Because this visitor site is located on the western area of the island, the Cromwell Current provides cold water that carries many nutrients for both land and aquatic species, offering the chance to see amazing feeding frenzies.
PM: FERNANDINA ISLAND: ESPINOSA POINT
As one of the most pristine islands in the archipelago, Fernandina has never had a foreign species invade. It is also the most active island and farthest west. Espinosa point is the only visitor site on the entire island. Here you can see marine iguanas, Galapagos hawks and enjoy a hike and/or snorkeling activity at one of the most natural, unspoiled sites in the entire world. hiking, and revel
DAY 3: MONDAY
AM: ISABELA ISLAND: TAGUS COVE
If you like historic remnants, then you will enjoy finding what was left behind by pirates and sailors in the 1800s. This site was one of their preferred pit stops while traveling the seas. The hike here will provide incredible views of the cove and on the other side the mangrove forest where the last 35 pairs of Mangrove finches thrive.
PM: ISABELA ISLAND: URBINA BAY
Millions of years ago, Urbina Bay was once laying on the ocean floor. Volcanic uplifts caused it to rise and now it is occupied by sea lions, land iguanas and flightless cormorants. It is a great place to enjoy some free time on the beach or the guide may suggest a hike.
DAY 4: TUESDAY
AM: ISABELA ISLAND: ELIZABETH BAY
This visitor site is visited by panga only as the park authorities have no authorized landing in order to protect the island. While in the panga you can appreciate a large abundance of marine life that can be seen in the clear waters. It is great for snorkeling.
PM: ISABELA ISLAND: MORENO POINT
The beautiful rocky shores of Moreno Point offers a plethora of birds to be seen. It is truly a birders delight. The main attraction are the coast lagoons where white tipped sharks can be seen and the panoramic views of Sierra Negra and Cerro Azul volcanoes cannot be missed.
DAY 5: WEDNESDAY
AM: SANTA CRUZ ISLAND: CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH STATION
The Charles Darwin Research Station is one of the Galapagos Island’s most important sites for visitors. It is a research facility that has an extensive collection of Galapagos plant life specimens carefully preserved and also acts as a biological research station and active breeding center operated by the Charles Darwin Foundation. Their biggest conservation efforts are to one day eliminate all invasive and non-native plants and animals destroying endemic species within the islands.
PM: SANTA CRUZ ISLAND: HIGHLANDS
The highlands are located in the northern part of Santa Cruz and can reach elevations up to 1500 meters. This area is rich with hills, ferns, volcanoes and wildlife. A great contrast to the molten lava hardened beaches and rocky areas of other islands already seen. It is home to giant tortoises, mockingbirds, finches and many other species.
DIA 6: THURSDAY
AM: SOUTH PLAZA ISLAND
South Plaza is one of the smallest islands with a visitor site, but is home to an incredible amount of diverse flora and fauna. It has a large population of Sesuvium plants like the prickly pear cactus tree that is an important source of food for the land iguana. Just a few years ago mice were finally eradicated from the island, helping the population of land iguanas grow healthily once more. The amazing colors of the turquoise waters against the black lava create a setting for amazing photography opportunities.
TRANSFER TO BALTRA AIRPORT
After this last visit, transfer to Baltra airport for your return flight to mainland Ecuador.
Assistance and farewell at the airport.
