Calipso Naturalist Cruise

You don’t even have to unpack to see more of Galapagos

Calipso Galapagos alternates weeks between diving and naturalist cruises. The vast majority of visitors in Galapagos are here for the unique flora and fauna that exists on land or by the shore. Imagine wildlife that has not yet learned to fear man!

The full 8 Day / 7 Night itinerary can be done before or after your dive cruise. You won’t have to unpack for 2 weeks!

The 5 Day / 4 Night itinerary can be done after your dive cruise. The 4 Day / 3 Night itinerary can be done before your dive cruise.

Visit Calipso Cruise to see more about our naturalist departures.

The full 8 Day / 7 Night itinerary can be done before or after your dive cruise. You won’t have to unpack for 2 weeks!

Description

Location

Activities

What you will see

THU

AM

Arrival

Arrival to San Cristobal Airport and transfer to yacht.

PM

Cerro Brujo

Eroded 120 m tuff cone. Beautiful beach.

San Cristobal Island

Hike, Snorkel, Swim

Sea lions, marine birds, turtles

FRI

AM

Bartolome

Iconic site, the most photographed in Galapagos. Sweeping vistas of lava fields, splatter cones & sea.

James Island

Hike, Snorkel, Panga ride

Lava vistas. penguins, sharks, turtles, sea lions, sea birds

PM

Chinese Hat

Named for the distinct shape of the summit, this small islet is a great location to view lava tubes & lava fields.

Off coast of Santiago Island

Hike, Snorkel, Swim

Lava vistas, lava tubes, marine iguanas, sea lions

SAT

AM

Punta Espinoza

Fernandina is the volcanic hot spot of Galapagos. La Cumbre Volcano erupted in 2009, 2017 & 2018.

Fernandina Island

Hike

Flightless cormorant, marine iguanas, sea lions, penguins, Galapagos hawk

PM

Tagus Cove

Cove between 2 volcanic craters used for centuries by ships. Lake Darwin & Darwin Volcano.

Isabela Island

Hike, Snorkel, Panga ride

Penguins, marine iguanas, flightless cormorants, Galapagos hawk, sea birds

SUN

AM

Urbina Bay

At the base of Alcedo Volcano. Uplift from the sea, so coral & marine skeletons now visible on land

Isabela Island

Hike, Snorkel, Panga ride

Flamingos, herons, flightless cormorants, ducks, marine iguanas, turtles, white tipped reef sharks

PM

Punta Moreno

Trek a lava field with tidal pools full of life. Birdwatcher’s paradise.

Isabela Island

Hike, Snorkel, Panga ride

Flamingos, herons, sea turtles, white tipped reef sharks

MON

AM

Seymour North

The best place to see nesting frigates and boobies up close.

North Seymour Island

Hike

Land iguanas, Frigates, blue footed boobies, marine iguanas.

PM

South Plazas

Created from uplift, covered in colorful succulents & Opuntia cactus & surrounded by turquoise water.

South Plaza Island

Hike

Sea birds, Land iguanas, sea lions

TUE

AM

Post Office Bay

Historical site where, in centuries past, mail was left for other travelers to collect & deliver.

Floreana Island

Hike, Snorkel

Leave mail for others to collect & deliver or you can take mail & deliver it in your country via post.

PM

Baroness Lookout & Punta Cormorant

A lookout named after Floreana’s most infamous resident. Green beach & Four Sand beach.

Floreana Island

Hike, Panga ride

Sweeping vistas, blue footed boobies, pink flamingos, turtles, olive green sand beach.

WED

AM

Santa Fe

Small island with cliffs, Opuntia cactus & a stunning turquoise bay.

Santa Fe Island

Hike, Panga ride

Land iguanas, sea lions, turtles

PM

Darwin Station

Breeding center, science station and visitor’s center inside the National Park.

Santa Cruz Island

Hike

Galapagos tortoises, land iguanas, finches

THU

AM

Interpretation Center

Informational visitor’s center

San Cristobal Island

Hike

Learn about the flora & fauna of Galapagos and conservation efforts.

PM

Departure

Transfer to San Cristobal Airport for your flight home.

The 5 Day / 4 Night itinerary is a perfect extension after your dive cruise. The western itinerary is the favorite of most on naturalist cruises. Just stay onboard. You don’t have to even unpack! If you wish to do this itinerary before your dive cruise, you will need to spend an additional 3 nights in the Galapagos Islands prior to boarding your dive cruise.

Description

Location

Activities

What you will see

THU

AM

Arrival

Arrival to San Cristobal Airport and transfer to yacht.

PM

Cerro Brujo

Eroded 120 m tuff cone. Beautiful beach.

San Cristobal Island

Hike, Snorkel, Swim

Sea lions, marine birds, turtles

FRI

AM

Bartolome

Iconic site, the most photographed in Galapagos. Sweeping vistas of lava fields, splatter cones & sea.

James Island

Hike, Snorkel, Panga ride

Lava vistas. penguins, sharks, turtles, sea lions, sea birds.

PM

Chinese Hat

Named for the distinct shape of the summit, this small islet is a great location to view lava tubes & lava fields.

Near Santiago Island

Hike, Snorkel, Swim

Lava vistas, lava tubes, marine life

SAT

AM

Punta Espinoza

Fernandina is the volcanic hot spot of Galapagos. La Cumbre Volcano erupted in 2009, 2017 and 2018.

Fernandina Island

Hike

Flightless cormorant, marine iguanas, sea lions, penguins, Galapagos hawk

PM

Tagus Cove

Between 2 volcanic craters used for centuries by ships. Lake Darwin & Darwin Volcano.

Isabela Island

Hike, Snorkel, Panga ride

Penguins, marine iguanas, flightless cormorants, Galapagos hawk, sea birds

SUN

AM

Urbina Bay

At the base of Alcedo Volcano. Uplift from the sea, so coral & marine skeletons now visible on land

Isabela Island

Hike, Snorkel, Panga ride

Flamingos, herons, flightless cormorants, ducks, marine iguanas, turtles, white tipped reef sharks

PM

Punta Moreno

Trek a lava field with tidal pools full of life. Birdwatcher’s paradise.

Isabela Island

Hike, Snorkel, Panga ride

Flamingos, herons, sea turtles, white tipped reef sharks

MON

AM

Seymour North

The best place to see nesting sea birds.

North Seymour Island

Hike

Blue footed boobies, frigates, land iguanas, marine iguanas

PM

Departure

You will be escorted to Baltra Airport for your flight home.

The 4 Day / 3 Night itinerary is best for those who want a pre-dive cruise extension. At the end of your naturalist cruise, just remain onboard for your dive cruise.

Description

Location

Activities

What you will see

MON

AM

Arrival

Arrival to Baltra Airport & transfer to yacht.

PM

South Plazas

Created from uplift, covered in colorful succulents & Opuntia cactus & surrounded by turquoise water

South Plaza Island

Hike

Sea birds, Land iguanas, sea lions

TUE

AM

Post Office Bay

Historical site where, in centuries past, mail was left for other travelers to collect & deliver.

Floreana Island

Hike, Snorkel

Leave mail for others to collect & deliver or you can take mail & deliver it in your country via post.

PM

Baroness Lookout & Punta Cormorant

A lookout named after Floreana’s most infamous resident. Green beach & Four Sand beach.

Floreana Island

Hike, Panga ride

Sweeping vistas, blue footed boobies, pink flamingos, turtles, olive green sand beach.

WED

AM

Santa Fe

Small island with cliffs, Opuntia cactus and a stunning turquoise bay.

Santa Fe Island

Hike, Panga ride

Land iguanas, sea lions, turtles

PM

Darwin Station

Breeding center, science station and visitor’s center inside the National Park.

Santa Cruz Island

Hike

Galapagos tortoises, land iguanas, finches

THU

AM

Interpretation Center

Informational visitor’s center

San Cristobal Island

Hike

Learn about the flora & fauna of Galapagos and conservation efforts.

PM

Departure.

Transfer to San Cristobal Island for your flight home.

8 Day / 7 night itinerary	$5345 pp	All decks
5 Day / 4 night itinerary	$3245 pp	All decks
4 Day / 3 night itinerary	$2445 pp	All deck

RATES INCLUDE:

RATES DO NOT INCLUDE:

Transfers in the islands

Flights

All excursions

Galapagos National Park fee $100 USD

Bilingual National Park Guide

Transit Control Card $20 USD

Use of snorkeling equipment, underwater camera & wetsuit

Alcoholic beverages

1 hotel night in Quito or Guayaquil (the day before the cruise)

Travel / medical insurance

Free airport transfers for Galapagos flights

Gratuities

Personal Expenses

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SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER: Save $1000 on any departure in 2019. 8 Day itineraries are $4345. 5 Day itineraries are $2245. 4 Day itineraries are $1445.