Galápagos Naturalist Sailing Multi-Sport
$4495
Deposit $800
Single Supplement: $2000
Additional Costs: $110 National Park Service Entrance Fee ($70 for children 12 and
younger), Airport taxes and fees
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Galápagos Islands Sailing Multi-Sport - Overview
There's nothing quite like an adventure in Ecuador's Galápagos Islands. Blue-footed boobies, marine iguanas, friendly sea lions, giant tortoises, Darwin’s finches, penguins, expansive beaches, lingering sunsets, gourmet cuisine and outstanding adventure— all await you on our private first-class catamaran sailing and multisport vacation in the Galápagos Islands.
Enjoy exotic and abundant wildlife and unique, scenic locations—without the crowds as we island hop through the volcanic Galápagos Islands Archipelago on an 80-ft, 12-passenger, wide and stable catamaran. Days are spent swimming nose-to-nose with friendly and playful sea lions, snorkeling and kayaking with sea turtles and observing breath-taking marine, bird and wildlife. Additional Galápagos vacation activities may include horseback riding, hiking or surfing. Evenings feature plenty of time to lounge aboard our private yacht while savoring delightful regional cuisine prepared fresh daily by a talented chef.
Galápagos Islands Sailing Multi-Sport - Itinerary at a Glance
- Arrive in Quito, Ecuador the night before our morning transfer to the Galápagos Islands
- Set sail to Bachas Beach and access crystal clear snorkeling spots where we are joined by playful sea lions and marine iguanas
- Hike and snorkel on the Galápagos Islands of Bartolome, Pinnacle Rock and Sombreo Chino, gaze upon magnificent frigate birds, blue-footed boobies, sea lions, marine iguanas and gulls. Snorkel with hammerhead and white-tipped reef sharks, eagle and golden rays, and dozens of species of tropical fish
- Horseback ride, hike and snorkel on Isabela Island and the tunnels. Explore the Sierra Negra volcano, the sea turtle highway and amazing maze of lava rock formations
- Visit a tortoise breeding center on Isabela
- Explore the historic whaling community at Post Office Bay on Floreana and snorkel at Devil’s Crown
- Snorkel with sea lions at Champion on the east shore of Floreana
- Kayak, hike and swim at Punta Suarez on Espanola and visit the breeding grounds of the waved albatross (April – December)
- In the morning, hike on Santa Fe Island and snorkel amidst schools of colorful fish. Spend the afternoon at the Charles Darwin Research Center
- Snorkel and hike North Seymour, the nesting ground for hundreds of blue-footed boobies and frigate birds
- Walk along the cliffs of South Plaza and visit a sea lion harem and witness a hybrid of marine and land iguanas
- Explore Black Turtle Cove on Santa Cruz Island where we pass through mangroves leading us to countless schools of rays, green sea turtles and many white-tipped and Galápagos sharks. Transfer to Baltra and return to Quito
- Enjoy a farewell dinner before departing for home in the morning from Ecuador
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The guides provided adventure with a capital A for our 13 year old yet still kept conservative old Mom in on all the action and Dad participated in everything. It was truly an amazing trip and has opened our eyes to other opportunities for travel. (my husband never goes anywhere and we think we've got him hooked now!) Thanks for providing us such a unique opportunity! I've got to say I can usually find something to improve upon with everything but this Galapagos trip would be tough to beat.
We can't say enough good things! It was GREAT!!!!!!!!!! Our guide, James, had a fabulous underwater camera and is putting together a disk for us to view our waterbased activities!!!!! I don't think we've ever been as excited about a trip! Even my husband was animated, which doesn't happen too often!”
Carol Kurtz ~Carmel Valley, California
“I have a bad habit of building up my expectations going into a trip like this only to be let down, but that was not the case on this trip. It exceded my expectations and then some. While the Galapagos Islands are an amazing destination, my sense is that it can be a little tricky to navigate the local geography and weather not to mention the politics. Our guides did it seamlessly. My dad, my brother, and I have been talking about going to the Galapagos for over 20 years - it was great!”
Scott Davis ~Atlanta, GA
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| Average Temperatures | ||
| Month | High | Low |
| January | 84° | 70° |
| February | 86° | 74° |
| March | 88° | 74° |
| April | 86° | 72° |
| May | 82 ° | 72 ° |
| June | 78° | 68° |
| December | 80 ° | 68 ° |
| Ocean Temperatures | ||
| Average 76° | ||
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What to bring on the Galápagos Naturalist Sailing Multi-Sport trip
This is a sample list. Please refer to your trip planner for a detailed list for your particular trip. If you do not already own any of the items on the suggested packing list feel free to call our office for suggestions. However, many of the items listed are available for purchase online in the OARStore. Please be mindful of the natural environment when purchasing items for your trip. Whenever possible, consider recyclable containers, rechargeable batteries, natural (non-toxic) sunscreens, lotions, biodegradable soaps, and so on.
Equipment:
- Duffel Bag: Bring your gear packed in a soft duffel bag rather than suitcase
- Daypack: For day hikes it should be large enough to carry water bottles, camera and rain jacket and can double as your flight carry-on bag
- Spare soft duffel for purchases while in Ecuador (or purchase in Ecuador)
- Plastic Bags: Large trash bag and Ziploc bags to separate clean and dry clothes from wet and dirty.
Personal Items:
- Sunglasses with securing strap
- Toiletries
- Earplugs: It will sometimes be necessary to motor through the night to make it to the next day’s destination
- Sunscreen (Waterproof & SPF 15 or higher)
- Lip Protection (SPF 15 or higher)
- Moisturizing Lotion
- Insect repellent
- Personal First Aid Kit (Band-Aids, antibiotic ointment, ibuprofen, moleskin)
- Spare pair of glasses and/or contact lenses
- Water Bottles: Heavy duty and minimum 2 quart capacity. For day hikes, hydration systems like a “Camelbak” are great too
- Headlamp or Flashlight, extra batteries and bulb
- Camera, batteries, film or memory cards
- Notebook and Pen
- Cash for National Park entrance fee, gratuities and souvenirs
Any clothing you bring should be synthetic, quick drying, and breathable. This is a sub-tropical adventure and you will be exposed to sun, wind, and water. Long sleeves, long pants, and wide brimmed hats are recommended for sun protection. In general, you will need loose fitting clothes for the hotter parts of the trip and some extra layering for evenings. Keep in mind that some of what you bring may get sweaty and wet due to the humid climate. You will also encounter dust, sand, and salt, and may feel a little grubby from time to time. No fancy dress clothing is required.
Clothing:
- Long Sleeved Shirt: Lightweight and light color for sun protection.
- Long Pants: Lightweight and light color for sun protection (jeans not recommended)
- Shade Hat or Visor with tie and a spare
- Bandana
- Rain Jacket & Pants: A hooded jacket is recommended as well as good secure closures around your head, neck and wrists. Rain pants are optional
- Swimsuits: 2
- 1 – 2 rash guard tops for snorkeling
- Underwear: Quick-drying
- Shorts: 2-3 pair lightweight, and fast drying
- T-shirts or lightweight fast drying tops
- Sport Sandals: Teva, Chacos or Keen brand
- Athletic Shoes or Lightweight Hiking Boots: 1 pair, comfortable and with good tread
- Spare Shoelaces
- Hiking Socks: 3 or 4 pair mid-weight
- Casual clothes for evenings and in Quito (Note: evenings are cool)
Optional Items:
- Sarong: also useful as a cover-up from the sun, or to discreetly change clothes
- Walking Stick: collapsible
- Binoculars: compact
- Shortie wetsuit
- Electrolyte mix for flavoring water
- Personal snorkel gear (we provide gear but many prefer their own)
Download our travel planner here:
Galapagos_Naturalist_Sailing_Multi-Sport_Trip_Planner.pdf
Trip planner is in PDF format and requires Acrobat Reader.
