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GALAPAGOS EXPLORER II
LUXURY CRUISE SHIP
The M/V Galapagos Explorer II is different from other ships because it offers a fascinating mix of sustainable tourism activities related to adventure, wildlife discovery, interpretation and geology of the islands aboard a luxurious vessel that will the service that you expect. Originally built as part of the Renaissance cruise lines Renaissance-class fleet noted for their intimately sized luxury vessels. The Galapagos Explorer II public areas and suites maintain this grand style. The ship measures over 290 feet (88.6 meters) in length and 49 feet (15.3 m) in beam the Galapagos Explorer II is both roomy and comfortable. There are a wide range of public areas where you can privately relax or socialize with others including a conference room, piano bar, library, solarium, Jacuzzi bar, boutique, massage suite and more. The Galapagos Explorer II is a superb ship that offers only suites with an average size of 250 ft (20m) all of which are comfortable yet harmonious with the surroundings. Each suite is classically decorated features stunning ocean views, has beds that can convert from twins to doubles as well as having sofa beds that can convert to triples perfect for families with small children. From the comfort of your suite you will be delighted to find you have access to satellite communication, wireless internet as well as flat panel TV's with 3 channels of educational and informative programming. 7 Day / 6 Night Naturalist Itinerary Visiting the Western, Southern and Central Islands

ITINERARY
SULLIVAN BAY BARTOLOME & PLAYA ESPUMILLA PUNTA VICENTE ROCA & PUNTA ESPINOZA TAGUS COVE & ELIZABETH BAY FLOREANA CERRO COLORADO & PLAYA OCHOA BACHAS BEACH

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GALAPAGOS EXPLORER II

Discover the natural wonders of the Galapagos Islands aboard the luxurious Galapagos Explorer II

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DAY 1: SATURDAY / GALAPAGOS ARRIVAL & SULLIVAN BAY

PM: Galapagos Arrival & Sullivan Bay, Santiago
Upon arrival at the Baltra Airport, travelers pass through an airport inspection point insuring that no foreign plants or animals are introduced to the islands, as well as to pay the park entrance fee of $100 (unless it has been prepaid). Your guide will meet you, help you collect your luggage, and escort you on a short bus ride to the harbor. In the early 1900's the volcano on Santiago erupted, lava flowed eastward towards Bartolome. The extreme heat created by the flow would cause obstacles like trees to evaporate, leaving behind only an imprint of the life which once existed. The Sullivan Bay lava field is a variety of interesting patterns. The shapes and textures of trees, which once existed there and Hornitos caused when pockets of gas or water trapped under the lava exploded.

DAY 2: SUNDAY / BARTOLOME & PLAYA ESPUMILLA

AM: Bartolome
Located just off Sullivan Bay east of Santiago, Bartolome, a desolate island with few plants is the most visited and most photographed island in the Galapagos. Bartolome's Pinnacle Rock has become one of the best recognized and most photographed sights in the islands.

PM: Espumilla Beach, Santiago

Espumilla Beach visitor site is on the northern coast of Santiago Island in James Bay. During the last presence the El Nio phenomenon, one of the two lagoons in this site, underwent a process of sedimentation, thus causing the disappearance of a representative colony of flamingos. The main attractions here are a palo santo forest, beach and the landscape. The beach is an important site for nesting marine turtles.

DAY 3: MONDAY / PUNTA VICENTE ROCA & PUNTA ESPINOZA

AM: Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela
Located on the mouth of the seahorse that forms Isabela, Punta Vicente Roca is the remains of an ancient volcano. A panga ride along the two turquoise coves and bay provides an excellent opportunity to view masked boobies, bluefooted boobies, and flightless cormorants.

PM: Punta Espinoza, Fernandina

The youngest of the Galapagos Islands, Fernandina is approximately 700,000 years old. It's location to the west and on the far side of Isabela makes it one of the least visited islands. Fernandina is home to the largest colony of marine iguanas. Flightless cormorants nest in along this rocky area near the high- water line, and recently Galapagos penguins have been spotted nesting in the area.

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DAY 4: TUESDAY / TAGUS COVE & ELIZABETH BAY

AM: Tagus Cove
Lying directly east of Fernandina on the west coast approximately 2/3's of the way up Isabela is the narrow channel of Tagus Cove. Arriving here the boat will sail through the Bolivar Channel; these are the coldest most productive waters in the Galapagos, the upwelling of the Cromwell Current, where dolphins and whales are frequently seen. The coves quiet waters make for an ideal panga ride beneath its sheltered cliffs, where blue-footed boobies, brown noddies, pelicans and noddy terns make their nests, and flightless cormorants and penguins inhabit the lava ledges.

PM: Elizabeth Bay

A marine visitor site, a visit to Elizabeth Bay is a panga ride around the Marielas Islets home to the largest colony of penguin in the Galapagos. The nearby mangrove lined cove is home to sea turtles, flightless cormorants, spotted eagle rays, golden rays, brown pelicans and sea lions.

DAY 5: WEDNESDAY / FLOREANA

AM: Post Office Bay, Floreana
Floreana is best known for its colorful history of buccaneers, whalers, convicts, and colonists. In 1793 British whalers established the Post Office Barrel to send letters to and from England. This tradition has continued over the years, and even today visitors may drop off and pick up letters, without stamps, to be carried to far destinations.

PM: Punta Cormorant, Devils Crown or Champion, Floreana

Punta Cormorant offers two highly contrasting beaches. The landing beach is of volcanic origin and is composed of olivine crystals, giving it a greenish tinge. At the end of the short trail is a carbonate beach of extremely fine white sand. Formed by the erosion of coral skeletons, it is a nesting site for green sea turtles.

Day 6: THURSDAY / CERRO COLORADO & PLAYA OCHOA

AM: Cerro Colorado, San Cristobal
A visit to Cerro Colorado Tortoises Protection and Growing Center, located at 40 minutes approximately by bus to the south east of the island. This center was built to improve the status of the population of the island tortoises. The center includes a large corral, a Visitors center, breeding center and an interpretative trail. Along this trail is possible to see different species of native and endemic plants as well birds as the San Cristobal Mockingbird, Yellow Warblers, and many species of finches and the Galapagos flycatcher.

PM: Playa Ochoa, San Cristobal

Playa Ochoa is a small island just an hour from San Cristobal. It is an excellent spot to practice snorkeling skills as well as view a variety of sea birds.

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DAY 7: FRIDAY / SANTA CRUZ HIGHLANDS & GALAPAGOS DEPARTURE

AM: Los Gemelos, Santa Cruz
In 1989 a circular path around the largest crater was opened, which passes through the interior of the Scalesia forest, an excellent place to observe land birds, especially the woodpecker finch and the vermillion flycatcher. From the highlands you will transfer to the island of Baltra for your departing flight to Quito or Guayaquil.

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