G A L Á PAG OS T H E N AT I O N A L GEOGR APHIC DIFFERENCE • The National Geographic Endeavour II and National Geographic Islander are each equipped with kayaks, paddleboards, and Zodiacs, allowing for up-close exploration. • Join our naturalists on interpretive island walks to learn about Galápagos wildlife, and witness incredible interactions among animals in their natural habitat. • Meet endangered Galápagos giant tortoises at a National Geographic– supported captive-breeding program, and then observe these creatures in the wild. • Through our new National Geographic Global Explorers program, young travelers learn to explore like scientists and tell the stories of this legendary archipelago.
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lunch, we begin our exploration of the islands and their diverse wildlife. National Geographic Endeavour II or National Geographic Islander through Day 8
DAYS 3–8
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I Meals: B/L/D EXPLORING THE GALÁPAGOS
Our expeditions travel between Baltra and San Cristóbal and include Santa Cruz and a selection of the other islands listed below. All ship itineraries are regulated by the Galápagos National Park. Meals: B/L/D Daily
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ISLA BARTOLOMÉ
Walk to the top of Bartolomé’s volcanic cone for a stunning view of Pinnacle Rock and the surrounding beaches. You may also have the opportunity to swim with Galápagos penguins.
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GUAYAQUIL, ECUADOR
Arrive in Guayaquil and transfer to our hotel upon arrival. Hotel Hilton Colón or Hotel del Parque
DAY 2
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GUAYAQUIL/GALÁPAGOS
This morning, fly to the Galápagos Islands and board our comfortable expedition ship. After
ISLA SANTIAGO
Follow a path along a series of tide pools and underwater caverns in search of Galápagos fur seals, marine iguanas, sea lions, shorebirds, and Sally Lightfoot crabs.
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neighboring captive-breeding program for endangered Galápagos giant tortoises, run by the Galápagos National Park and supported by the Lindblad Expeditions–National Geographic Fund. Travel into the highlands to observe and photograph these tortoises in the wild.
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ISLA ISABELA
Explore the largest island in the group, home to marine iguanas, abundant sea turtles, the only species of flightless cormorant in the world, and the only penguin species that inhabits the Equator. Cruise by Zodiac, hike against a backdrop of giant shield volcanoes, and snorkel in the cool waters that often draw whales and dolphins to the area.
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ISLA FLOREANA
Hike to a turtle-nesting beach and a lagoon that is home to flamingos and other bird species. At Champion Islet, snorkel among sea lions, and visit Post Office Bay, founded by whalers in the 18th century. If you see a letter addressed to someone who lives near you, the tradition is to deliver it by hand.
ISLA SANTA CRUZ
Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station, a center of research and conservation. Then tour the
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