Complete and exclusive tour of the western and eastern Galápagos by yacht

Day 2: Punta Cormorant, Bahía Post Office, and Mirador de la Baronesa, Floreana Island

On your second morning in the Galápagos Islands, the Aqua Mare anchors in the south of the archipelago near Floreana Island. After breakfast, you will go ashore to visit a large brackish water lagoon at Punta Cormorant, where you can observe flamingos, ducks, stilts, and other wading birds. You will also see the nighttime nesting sites of sea turtles – and, with a little luck, rays and sharks swimming near the coast.

For lunch, you can look forward to a menu of fresh Ecuadorian specialties, refined with a touch of Andean cuisine. In the afternoon, you will return to Floreana to pay homage to an old island tradition: you will visit the historic Bahía Post Office, where sailors once left their letters. Before that, you will take a look at the site of a former fishing company from the 1920s.

Afterwards, we continue by dinghy to Mirador de la Baronesa, a viewpoint with a fascinating history and magnificent views over the coast.

Back on board, another culinary highlight awaits you: a dinner that combines Japanese culinary tradition with Peruvian spices, for example in the form of tuna tartare or quinoa yakimeshi. If you like, you can end the evening on the upper deck with a cocktail and admire the starry sky of both hemispheres.

Optional: A dive is possible in the morning by prior arrangement.

Day 4: Punta Espinoza, Fernandina Island & Caleta Tagus, Isabela Island

Start the day with an early workout on the sun deck while the Aqua Mare anchors at Punta Espinoza. This huge lava field was created by one of the many eruptions of La Cumbre, one of the most active volcanoes in the world. The region is famous for its large colonies of marine iguanas, flightless cormorants, and lava lizards. With a little luck, you may also encounter Galápagos penguins, Galápagos buzzards, or even snakes.

In the morning, you will explore the shore on foot and then have the opportunity to snorkel before returning to the boat for lunch.

In the afternoon, your superyacht will cross the Bolívar Channel back towards Isabela Island – and things will get adventurous: on the excursion to Caleta Tagus, a former hideout for pirates and whalers, you can immerse yourself in history. There you will hike to Darwin Lake, a saltwater lagoon in a tuff cone. Alternatively, discover the bay by kayak, on a stand-up paddleboard, on a tender boat tour, or while snorkeling.

Back on board, enjoy a sundowner with a view of the sea before joining the captain on the bridge after dinner as you cross the equator twice.

Day 6: Rábida Island & Caleta Tortuga Negra, Santa Cruz Island

Wake up to the sounds of nature and enjoy a fresh breakfast before setting off in a dinghy to Rábida Island, also known as "the Red Island." It owes its characteristic color to the oxidation of ancient porous lava.

On site , you can go hiking, take double kayaks out on the water, use stand-up paddleboards, or go snorkeling. You can also probably see sea lions here on the beach.

After a delicious lunch, your expert guides will give a presentation in the Panorama Lounge in the afternoon.

Meanwhile, the Aqua Mare continues sailing north to Caleta Tortuga Negra, a mangrove estuary and habitat for sea turtles. As there is no landing site here, you will explore the bay on a tender trip, where you can observe green sea turtles, blacktip reef sharks, and Galápagos sharks.

The grand finale of this day is another menu created by chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino.

Optional: A dive is possible in the morning by prior arrangement.

Day 8: Baltra Island & Bahia Borrero, Santa Cruz Island

The day begins with a luxurious breakfast at sunrise. On Baltra, you have the option of relaxing on the beach or participating in a diving excursion.

In the afternoon, you will enjoy an excursion to the beautiful white sand beach of Bahía Borrero in the north of Santa Cruz. With a little luck, you will be able to observe Darwin's finches, including the cactus finch and the small ground finch, in the coastal vegetation. The beach is particularly exciting for snorkelers, as it is one of the most important nesting sites for sea turtles, which you are sure to encounter here.

Day 10: Sullivan Bay, Santiago Island & Sombrero Chino Island

Start the day early with a workout or guided meditation on the sun deck, followed by a hearty breakfast. The first excursion of the day takes you to Santiago Island, where you will explore the fascinating pahoehoe lava flows during ashore excursion at Bahía Sullivan.

After a hearty lunch and an exciting presentation by one of your experienced nature guides on board, the Aqua Mare sets course for Sombrero Chino – a small island whose crater gives it its characteristic "hat shape."

Sea lions and Galápagos penguins can often be observed up close in the surrounding crystal-clear waters. Afterwards, there is time for snorkeling, kayaking, or stand-up paddleboarding.

Back on board, you can round off the day with a sundowner and enjoy another culinary highlight with macambo rice and fish wrapped in maito leaves.

Optional: A dive is possible in the morning by prior arrangement.

Day 12: Manzanillo Giant Tortoise Reserve & Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, Santa Cruz Island

In the morning, you will visit a nature reserve where you can observe the famous Galápagos giant tortoises in their natural habitat. The area is also ideal for bird watching: Darwin's finches, yellow-legged gulls, flycatchers, cattle egrets, and, with a little luck, even the rare Galápagos railcan be spotted here.

After a delicious lunch, the program continues with a visit to the Charles Darwin Station and the National Park Center. At the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, you will learn about the different stages of development of the giant tortoises, which are raised there according to their island of origin.

Afterwards, you will have free time to explore Puerto Ayora – ideal for strolling around, buying souvenirs, or enjoying a coffee by the water.

Optional: A dive is possible in the morning by prior arrangement.

Day 14: Santa Fe Island & Plaza Sur Island

After a night at sea, your penultimate day begins with a visit to Santa Fé Island, one of the oldest islands in the Galápagos archipelago (around 3.6 million years old). The landscape is characterized by Palo Santo trees, the endemic Opuntia echios barringtonensis cactus, and numerous native shrubs. Here you will encounter land iguanas, lava lizards, mockingbirds, and, of course, Darwin's finches.

After disembarking, make the most of your last full day in the archipelago with snorkeling, kayaking, or stand-up paddleboarding in the turquoise blue waters.

During lunch on board, the Aqua Mare sails to Plaza Sur Island, located east of Santa Cruz. In the afternoon, you will take a two-hour guided hike across the impressive, varied landscape of this small but astonishingly species-rich island.

Back on board, the final recap briefing awaits you in the evening, where you can share your experiences and reflect on the highlights of the day. Under the sparkling starry sky of the archipelago, raise a glass of wine to new friendships and unforgettable impressions.

Optional: A dive is possible in the morning by prior arrangement.