5-Day Yacht Letty Cruise — Galapagos Wildlife & Snorkel Adventure
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness—comfortable with short hikes, snorkeling in currents, and frequent small-boat transfers.
Overview
Board the Yacht Letty for a compact, wildlife-rich circuit of the Galápagos: cliff-top walks, world-class snorkeling, and historic islands like Floreana and Española. This five-day cruise balances up-close nature encounters with practical amenities—private cabins, gear, and onboard naturalists.
5-Day Yacht Letty Cruise — Galapagos Wildlife & Snorkel Adventure
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The morning the yacht slips away from San Cristóbal, the archipelago arrives in layers: a ribbon of low cloud, a line of wind-sculpted volcanic ridges, and the first flash of blue-footed boobies diving into the surf. Onboard the renewed Yacht Letty, panoramic windows frame that slow reveal while crew members set out kayaks and racks of snorkeling gear. For five days the ocean sets the tempo — wake up with the swell, hike clifftops by mid-morning, plunge into clear coves after lunch, sleep to the low thrum of engines that have become a familiar heartbeat.
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Adventure Tips
Book flights through Baltra or San Cristóbal
Most cruises start or end at Baltra or San Cristóbal—confirm your arrival airport and allow extra buffer time for domestic connections from Quito or Guayaquil.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Chemical sunscreens harm coral and marine life; choose a mineral-based SPF and reapply sparingly before entering the water.
Secure a well-fitting snorkel mask
Masks provided are serviceable, but bringing your own improves comfort and visibility for repeated snorkeling sessions.
Pack reef shoes or sturdy water shoes
Shallow landings and rocky beaches demand footwear that protects feet while swimming and hiking across lava rock.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Blue-footed booby
- Marine iguana
History
The islands weave natural history with human stories: whalers used Post Office Bay for informal mail barrels and later settlers left a complex legacy on Floreana.
Conservation
Strict park regulations and visitor limits protect habitats; follow guides’ instructions and use reef-safe products to reduce impacts.
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Adventure Hotspots in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristóbal)
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the marine environment during frequent snorkeling and beach stops.
Personal snorkel mask
Improves fit and visibility for longer snorkeling sessions; gear is available but comfort matters.
Reef/water shoes
Protects feet from sharp volcanic rock and coral during landings and snorkel exits.
Light waterproof shell
Wind and spray on deck can be cool—useful for dawn landings and breezy evenings.