The animals of the Galapagos are unusual, unafraid and overwhelmingly endemic, and observing them with knowledgeable guides is the hallmark of your experience.
Early Start: Rise and Roam
Greet the day with a stretch session on the open-air deck. practicing sun salutations with your wellness specialist. Or head to the bow to look for early- morning wildlife activity alongside expert naturalists. Young travelers in the National Geographic Explorers-in-Training program can begin recording the day’s sightings in their official field notebooks.
A Farm-to-Table Breakfast
A fresh breakfast awaits in the dining room: bespoke omelets, a rainbow of fruits and juices, Galápagos-grown coffee and more-much of it sourced from local farms as part of the fleet’s pioneering farm-to-table program.
Morning Excursion: Dive In
Snorkel in the Galápagos Marine Reserve, home to an array of captivating creatures: sea lions, technicolor fish, marine iguanas and feeding penguins. Prefer to stay dry? Join a naturalist in a Zodiac or glass-bottom boat for a cruise through a shallow bay to observe marine life at water level.
Talks and Photo Tips
Back on board, join a naturalist or a National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions certified photo instructor in the lounge for an engaging talk or a smartphone photo tips session. Or head to the fitness center, relax in a hammock on deck or read up on Charles Darwin in the library.
A Local Lunch
Every meal on your voyage is fresh, sustainable and locally sourced but one lunch stands out: a special Ecuadorian feast, with dishes from the country’s coasts, highlands and islands. The wild- caught fish in coconut milk is a highlight.
Afternoon Excursion: Paddle, Hike or Walk
Paddle a kayak or stand-up paddleboard along the coast for a closer look at fascinating volcanic features and textures. Or head ashore with your camera in hand for a birding walk. Sightings depend on the island-but keep a lookout for waved albatrosses engaged in courtship dances and flightless cormorants diving for fish.
Ready for Recap
Meet in the lounge over drinks and hors d’oeuvres, and settle in for the daily Recap, featuring presentations and photo slideshows on the day’s adventures and a preview of tomorrow’s activities. The fleet often hosts researchers. national park personnel and other people living and working in the Galápagos, and one of these special quests may be tonight’s featured speaker.
Seeing Stars
After a delicious dinner, bring your binoculars to the top deck for a naturalist-led stargazing session, You may have the rare opportunity to see the Big Dipper and Southern Cross at the same time-a phenomenon that only happens at the Equator.
Galápagos Islands Cruises
A Galapagos Islands cruise offers an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in one of the world’s most pristine and ecologically significant destinations, where iconic wildlife like giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and blue-footed boobies display a captivating lack of fear toward humans. Traveling by a small-ship cruise allows you to effortlessly navigate between secluded islands and distinct habitats, maximizing your time spent snorkeling with playful sea lions, hiking volcanic landscapes, and learning from expert naturalist guides. It is a seamless, deeply enriching journey that brings the wonders of evolutionary history right to your doorstep.
Explore the Galapagos cruise itineraries today to find the perfect voyage and start planning your ultimate bucket-list adventure. Contact Sunstone Tours & Cruises today toll-free at 1-888-815-5428.
