Our tip
Take an underwater camera - the marine life in the Galapagos is spectacular, with sea turtles, penguins, manta rays and more lurking beneath the surface.
From Baltra to Santa Cruz Island
East Galapagos Expedition
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you'll never pay more than the price advertised by the cruise line.
From Baltra to Santa Cruz Island
East Galapagos Expedition
Call us for prices -
you'll never pay more than the price advertised by the cruise line.
Voyage Itinerary
12 June
Setting sail from Baltra
The flat and arid island of Baltra, also known as South Seymour, is home to the Galapagos archipelago's main airport, formerly a US air base. The island is inhabited by wildlife including boobies and frigatebirds, but there are no sites open to visitors, so if you see anything it will only be in passing as you transfer between airport and ship.
13 June
Ecuador: Genovesa Island
The horseshoe-shaped island of Genovesa, located in the northeast of the Galapagos archipelago, is best known for its abundant bird life. Red-footed boobies can be found in significant numbers here, along with storm petrels, frigatebirds, mockingbirds and short-eared owls.
14 June
Ecuador: Santiago Island
15 June
Ecuador: Bartolomé Island
The summit of Bartolomé Island offers outstanding views of some of the Galapagos archipelago’s most spectacular volcanic scenery, including the much-photographed Pinnacle Rock. The island is also home to penguins, sea lions and turtles, with some great snorkelling spots just offshore.
16 June
Ecuador: Santa Cruz Island
17 June
Ecuador: Española Island
Española is the most southerly island in the Galapagos, and the remote location means it’s home to several endemic species, including the Española lava lizard and the Española mockingbird. In addition, the island is the sole breeding ground for the world’s entire population of waved albatrosses, which can be seen here between April and December.
18 June
Ecuador: Santa Fe Island
19 June
Arriving in Santa Cruz Island
The ship
Aqua Mare
- Capacity:
- 16 Guests
- Crew:
- 16 Staff
- Style:
- An informal yet chic atmosphere on board driven by the communal spirit of shared exploration.
Billed as the first true superyacht in the Galapagos, the sleek Aqua Mare offers an intimate and exclusive way to explore one of the world's most fascinating destinations.
What we love
Carrying just 16 lucky travellers, Aqua Mare is a little smaller than the ships we would usually recommend in the Galapagos, but we just know that Aqua Expeditions will deliver an exceptional onboard experience, and this is a particularly appealing option for a private charter. She is spacious for her size and offers an amazing 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio, with two naturalist guides on hand to ensure you get the most out of your expedition. Watersports equipment on board includes double kayaks, paddleboards and snorkelling gear.
inclusions
- All meals
- Drinks including select house wines and beer
- Sightseeing and excursions
- Use of snorkelling equipment and wet suits
- Non-motorised watersports
- Group transfers to and from the vessel
- WiFi (connection limited by location)
- Laundry
Tailor-make your trip
Ways to make it better
Machu Picchu
It's easy to combine your Galapagos cruise with a trip to Machu Picchu, the enigmatic and spectacular Inca city high in the Andes.
Colonial Quito
Spend a couple of days in Ecuador's charming capital, Quito, exploring the beautiful colonial-era churches of the old town.
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Our frequently asked questions
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Will I save by booking with Mundy Cruising?
Absolutely. You'll save money and time by booking with us rather than directly with the cruise line and enjoy more flexibility in your travel arrangements. We have access to preferential rates and exclusive offers, and we offer expert advice on how to get the best value.
Can you help with pre and post-cruise arrangements?
From flights and transfers to hotels and tours, we can help with all your travel needs to make sure your trip is exceptional. What's more, we are members of ABTA and also offer full ATOL protection, not to mention a 24hr emergency contact, so we offer complete peace of mind.
What are the benefits of a small luxury ship?
Because small ships are able to reach smaller ports of call and provide a higher level of service than their big ship counterparts, we believe that small ship cruising is the very best way to travel. Usually they offer more space per person, and an attentive team to make sure you have the very best experience. Small ship cruising offers the very best of the best.
Why Mundy?
Who we are
Founded in 1970, we have sold more luxury cruises for more years than anyone else in the UK.
Mundy Cruising was the very first cruise specialist in the UK. We have been making the best cruise holidays even better since 1970.
How? Simply by offering our clients more expertise, more personal service, more unique ideas, more fascinating add-ons, more fabulous freebies and more peace of mind.
We're happy to do all of that over the phone. But if you prefer to chat face to face, why not visit us at our comfortable offices on London's High Holborn - we'd be delighted to see you.
