Explore Santa Fe which is formed by uplifted, submarine basaltic lava, created some 4 million years ago. Much of it is a faulted plateau covered with a forest of giant Opuntia cactus. The most spectacular plants are the giant prickly pear cactus, unique to Santa Fe (Opuntia echios barringtonensis). The Galapagos dove is common on the trail, as are painted locusts, often pursued by a snake or two. The park monument is often a vantage point to spy a Galapagos hawk. The highlight is the land iguana, a lighter-colored iguana that is endemic to Santa Fe. Santa Fe is also home to a large Sea Lion nursery.
Discover South Plaza Island. This beautiful island is full of both land life and birds, including Swallow-tailed Gulls, Lava Gulls, Frigate birds, Masked boobies, Blue-footed boobies, Pelicans and Red-billed Tropicbirds. It’s easy to wander past a gull’s nest and observe chicks flapping their wings trying to fly.
Explore Galapagos Islands in a new first-class 74-foot motor yacht.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Private transportation
✔ Lunch
✔ Towels
✔ Use of snorkeling equipment
✔ Certified Naturalist Guide
✔ Tea and coffee
✖ Extra soft and alcoholic drinks
✖ Tips
Departure & Return
Departure:
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Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
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Santa Fe Island
Explore two uninhabited islands in Galapagos aboard a comfortable first-class yacht. This day cruise you will go to Santa Fe Island and South Plazas Island. Get aboard a day cruise of unprecedented speed, in wonderful comfort, with catering facilities onboard for snacks and lunch, space for everyone to relax, enthusiastic naturalist guide and dedicated crew.
Santa Fe Island also called Barrington Island after British Admiral Samuel Barrington, is formed by uplifted, submarine basaltic lava, created some 4 million years ago.
Duration: 3 hours
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South Plaza Island
After a delicious lunch on board, we head to South Plaza Island. This beautiful island is full of both land life and birds, including Swallow-tailed Gulls, Lava Gulls, Frigate birds, Masked boobies, Blue-footed boobies, Pelicans and Red-billed Tropicbirds.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional info
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
