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Board the classic Isabela II for a focused five-day northeastern Galápagos route: giant tortoises, seabird colonies, snorkeling with marine iguanas, and secluded beaches. This expedition combines daily landings with guided naturalist briefings and onboard comforts.
Board the classic Isabela II for a focused five-day northeastern Galápagos route: giant tortoises, seabird colonies, snorkeling with marine iguanas, and secluded beaches. This expedition combines daily landings with guided naturalist briefings and onboard comforts.
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Operated by Metropolitan Touring · Puerto Ayora, Galápagos
The yacht slips away from Puerto Ayora at dawn and the ocean immediately takes a new cadence — playful swells, a steady gull chorus, and the bright, dry heat of the equator pressing against the deck. On day one you climb into the humid highlands of Santa Cruz, where giant tortoises move with deliberate curiosity, then board Isabela II and feel the islands redraw the horizon.
moderate.
5 days.
Moderate endurance; able to walk 2–4 miles over uneven lava and sand and board zodiacs several times per day
Yes — all visitors pay a Galápagos National Park entrance fee on arrival; operators usually assist with logistics but carry passport details and the fee ready.
Yes — the itinerary visits Santa Cruz highlands for tortoises and islands like Santa Fe and South Plaza where land iguanas are commonly observed.
Snorkeling is scheduled at multiple sites; basic equipment is provided onboard but many travelers bring personal masks and fins for comfort and fit.
Yes — routes and landings are subject to Galápagos Park regulations, weather, and sea conditions; guides will substitute equivalent sites when necessary.
Human activity shifted from whaling and settlement to scientific conservation; strict park protection has limited development since mid-20th century.
Strict quarantine controls and visitor limits protect endemic species; use reef‑safe products, avoid bringing banned foods or organic material, and follow guide instructions to minimize impact.
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