

In the Galapagos, modern explorers come eye to eye with ancient tortoises, comical birds, and other amazing beasts — plus landscapes as fantastical as the animals — for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. For seven glorious days, you'll follow in the footsteps of Darwin, viewing this realm through the eyes of certified naturalists, in small groups of travelers who share your interests.
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Baltra, also referred to as South Seymour Island, is one of the smaller islands of the Galapagos, with an area of roughly 8 square miles. The island lies in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, about 600 miles west of Ecuador. The significance of Baltra rests in the fact that it is the main entry point into the Galapagos Islands. The main airport of the archipelago is located on Baltra (a second smaller one is in San Cristobal). Before Volcanic faulting occurred, Baltra was part of Santa Cruz, making it the newest of the islands. Due to its small size, there are no visitor accommodations in Baltra. Though the island is dry and the vegetation desolate, a large number of birds-frigatebirds and boobies- can be seen at the harbor. Land iguanas, marine iguanas, and marine turtles can also be observed. After you arrive at Baltra, take the time to visit Bachas Beach, where you will be introduced to the wonders of the Galapagos. Also, don’t miss the chance to take a panga ride through Black Turtle Cove and enjoy the beauty of the surrounding mangroves.
Gardner Bay, located on the eastern side of Espanola(Hood) Island, has a long and beautiful white sand beach with a large sea lion colony. Rocks-off the coast offer great snorkeling with reef sharks and many other tropical fish. White-tipped sharks, puffer fish, and colorful tropical fish fill the waters around Gardner Bay. It's simply beautiful.
Located on Espanola(Hood) Island, Punta Suarez has a trail leading through masked and blue-footed boobies colonies to a blow hole, where seawater is forced some 20m up into the air. Also,t he most colorful marine iguanas and lava lizards in the isles, sea lions, swallow-tailed gulls, Hood mockingbirds, Darwin finches, and Galapagos doves and hawks can be seen. But the main attractionise the waved albatrosses, which are on the island from March to December.
Punta Cormorant boasts of a larger lagoon with flamingos and other water birds. A trail leads to a sandy beach where turtles, rays, and seabirds can be seen. Off the coast is Devil's Crown, ahalf-submergedd volcanic crater. This is a great snorkeling site with starfish, sea urchins, and tropical fish in the shallow center and larger fish like sharks and rays around the outside of the rocks.
Located on Floreana Island, Post Office Bay, where 18th-century whalers used a barrel as an unofficial mail drop, can be visited today. The idea behind the barrel was that British whalers or passers-by to the island would pick up the letters and hand-deliver them to England. Letters and postcards without stamps can still be dropped in the barrel in this present day; however, don’t expect a speedy delivery.
A common visitor site on the west side of San Cristóbal is Cerro Brujo (Wizard Hill), a white-sand beach (accessible by wet landing) that is the home to Sally Lightfoot crabs, marine iguanas, and sea lions. If tourists can see here in the wet season, tide pools formed by filled crevices in rocks aligning the shore harbor interesting inter-tidal creatures (even the occasional octopus).
San Cristobal, also known as Chatham, is geologically one of the oldest islands of the Galapagos. This island is home to the capital and administrative center, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, which is located on the west side of the island. A small naval museum, souvenir shops, and houses make up this small bayside capital village. The three main visitor sites of the Galapagos, El Junco Lagoon, Kicker Rock (Leon Dormido), and Isla Lobos, can be found on the island of San Cristobal. El Junco Lagoon is located in the highlands, at an altitude of about seven hundred meters. El Junco is the only considerablefreshwaterr lake in the enchanted Galapagos. The lake and its direct surroundings create a gorgeous landscape whose beauty is fueled by the humid zone that this island lies within. El Junco is semi-round and about six meters deep. Its surrounding vegetation is comprised of miconia bushes and endemic tree ferns. While in this area you are likely to catch a glimpse of the white-cheeked pintail ducks and common gallinues who call this majestic lake home. The second major visitor center, Kicker Rock, is a breathtaking tuff cone rising 500 feet from the ocean. Erosion has split this large rock and created its distinctive shape, the outline of a sleeping lion. The split of this rock has created a passageway through which small vessels can traverse. At a dive sight near this characteristic rock, one can observe turtles, morays, schools of king angelfish, and creolefish. The last visitor sight of Islas Lobos is less than an hour away from themainlandd of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. Islas Lobos, when translated to English mmeansSea Lion Island. This site has a somewhat tranquil atmosphere not found on other parts of the island. Islas Lobos is a seasonal location for the blue-footed boobie, as well as home to quite a few friendly sea lions.
Bartolome, the star island of the Galapagos, is located to the east of Santiago Island facing Sullivan Bay. It is the most photographed island in the chain due to its 350 ft. summit and its magnificent view, which creates a tropical landscape panorama. The moonlike landscape is riddled with different formations of volcanic rock including lava flows and lava tubes. Bartolome is an island full of exploration and adventure. After a 60-meter hike, visitors can take in the Pinnacle Rock, one of the best-known landmarks in the archipelago. Remains of volcanic ash particles have created with time this large formation, which rises 70 meters above a nearby cove. Near the base of the statuesque pinnacle rock, you can see a large variety of multi-colored fish, sea lions, and indigenous Galapagos penguins, which can be seen while snorkeling or swimming in the surrounding waters of Bartolome. This little animal has the northernmost range of any other species of penguin. This penguin is prevalent in this area as there are around 2500 pairs. Another one of the many amazing animals that may be encountered on this island is the Great Blue Heron. The foliage behind the beach consists of the red and white mangrove, saltbush, morning glory, and prickly pear cactuses. Between January and March, visitors may catch a glimpse of different species of sea turtles as they lay their eggs on the beach. Visitors to Bartolome may take a walk through mangroves where mating sea turtles andwhite-tippedd sharks are commonplace.
On the east side of Santiago island sits yet another body of water, Sullivan Bay, famous for its conelike volcano and various types of lava rock which have been studied by many for years. The glazed black lava rock of this eastern bay has been so well preserved that, at times it may seem as if the lava is still in a molten state.
This enchanted Subtropical island is comprised of two small islets that are uplifted from the coast of Santa Cruz Island. Despite its slightly smaller size, the unique vegetation and location of Plazas island creates a setting in which the fauna and flora of the Galapagos can truly be experienced to its fullest. Some of the most intriguing species of the archipelago can be found on these amazing islets. One of the most common creatures to be seen on Plazas is the land iguana. This magnificent creature can most often be found lying in the cool shade of a cactus. The rugged cliffs of Plazas Island create a prime habitat for swallow-tailed gulls, along with many other species of tropical birds. The coast of this island is protected by a distinct rocky seashore. This protection has allowed a colony of lively sea lions to establish their home here on Plazas. The island’s main attractions are its sea lions, swallow-tailed gulls, yellow-tailed mullets, Audubon’s shearwaters, red-billed tropic birds, frigate birds, land iguanas, and brown pelicans.
One of the central islands, Daphne lies north of Santa Cruz and west of Baltra. There are two islands Daphne Major and Daphne Minor. Daphne Major is the younger of the two and the one that is visited. Though its location is easily in reach for most cruises, it is a select few that can visit this special place. The National Park Service restricts visitors allowed to visit Daphne. Visits are only allowed under a special written permit by the National Park. Many boats cruise by close enough to view the many birds and sea lions that live on Daphne. It is also a popular dive site for local dive operators from Santa Cruz.
The north shore of Santa Cruz hosts Cerro Dragon (Dragon Hill). Known for its flamingo lagoon that gives a colorful touch to the scene. The trail leads to a small hill where land iguanas live and nest. This area is accessible only by sea because it is covered in extensive mangroves.
The largest settlement area, offering the most services in the Galapagos, Puerto Ayora is a port town situated along Academy Bay on Isla Santa Cruz. Most yachts offering cruises of the Galapagos hail from Puerto Ayora. Also home to the National Park Services and the Charles Darwin Research Station, it is the hub of tourism in the islands.Puerto Ayora is far from the bustling cities on the mainland. The bay is full of sailboats, sea birds fill the air, and marine iguanas line the shore. Though a thriving center of commerce people enjoy a laid-back island attitude. Most travelers to the Galapagos will include a visit to Puerto Ayora during their trip. Most cruises include a visit to the Darwin Station and arrange free time to explore the town and shop for souvenirs. This may be the only opportunity for a souvenir shop in the islands. Stores carry everything from t-shirts to jewelry, postcards, books, beachware, and ceramic items. The grocery store offers the opportunity to stock up on any forgotten items, snacks, beverages, or other items you might desire on board. If you need additional money, the Banco del Pacifico offers cash advances on Master Card. They also offer a Cirrus ATM, though it does not always work.Puerto Ayora offers options for visitors who prefer to sleep ashore or extend their stay in the islands. There are a variety of tours available allowing visitors to design their own Galapagos experience including day trips to a number of the islands, dive trips, kayaking, highland tours, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback rides.
Baltra, also referred to as South Seymour Island, is one of the smaller islands of the Galapagos, with an area of roughly 8 square miles. The island lies in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, about 600 miles west of Ecuador. The significance of Baltra rests in the fact that it is the main entry point into the Galapagos Islands. The main airport of the archipelago is located on Baltra (a second smaller one is in San Cristobal). Before Volcanic faulting occurred, Baltra was part of Santa Cruz, making it the newest of the islands. Due to its small size, there are no visitor accommodations in Baltra. Though the island is dry and the vegetation desolate, a large number of birds-frigatebirds and boobies- can be seen at the harbor. Land iguanas, marine iguanas, and marine turtles can also be observed. After you arrive at Baltra, take the time to visit Bachas Beach, where you will be introduced to the wonders of the Galapagos. Also, don’t miss the chance to take a panga ride through Black Turtle Cove and enjoy the beauty of the surrounding mangroves.
Celebrity Flora® marks an evolutionary turning point in the approach to ship design—creating a sense of being truly immersed in the destination, instead of just visiting it. Indulge in the largest and most luxurious accommodations in the Galapagos Islands, where every stateroom on board is a suite. Dine on delectable menus, curated by a Michelin-starred chef, and allow your Personal Suite Attendant to help you unpack. All this to ensure that your visit to these primitive islands is anything but.
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Ocean Grill Restaurant: Ocean Grill is an outdoor casual restaurant that offers panoramic views during the day and stunning, starlit skies at night. Here, there's every opportunity to enjoy both the destination and our culinary expertise daily. From grilling up the highest quality, sustainable seafood from the area for lunch to what we like to call Dinner Under the Stars, Ocean Grill is the envy of any destination restaurant around.
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