Short and luxurious Galapagos islands cruise Elite catamaran 4 day Southeastern route

David Rodriguez Breeding Center

Walking through the trails of the reserve, you can see baby tortoises being reared in semi-natural conditions - a brilliant demonstration of the commitment the local people have to preserving the wildlife that makes the Galapagos so special. 

Suarez Point

Unique to Española island are also the beautiful waved albatross, that can be seen majestically launching themselves out across the ocean from the cliffs and the red and green marine iguanas.

A geological highlight are several blow holes, capable of shooting water 25m into the air, that make for a spectacular photo.

Gardner Bay, Gardner and Osborn Islets

A short panga ride will take you to the Gardner and Osborn Islets, which are superb locations for snorkeling with young sea lions and a variety of colourful tropical fish and corals.

Cormorant Point / Devil’s Crown

Cormorant Point showcases two distinct beaches: one with olive-green sand rich in olivine crystals and another known as ‘Flour Beach,’ which features pristine white sand made from crushed coral. 

A highlight is the saltwater pond, home to one of the largest populations of Galapagos flamingos, along with other shorebirds like stilts, white-cheeked pintails, and large-billed flycatchers. 

Afterward, guests will board a zodiac for a trip to Devil’s Crown, an almost entirely submerged underwater volcanic crater. Only a small part of the rock formation is visible, resembling a crown from above. Snorkelers can explore a vibrant underwater landscape filled with coral reefs and a diverse range of marine life. This area is also a notable birdwatching spot due to its open-water location.

Post Office Bay

Long before the Galapagos Islands became a popular travel destination, they served as a stop for large wooden sailing ships, including whalers. Sailors left a barrel near a sheltered bay on Floreana Island to send and receive letters from home. 

Today, yachts in the Galapagos carry on this tradition: visitors can drop off letters and postcards in the barrel, which other travelers will deliver. After browsing the letters for any intended for your area, you can relax on the small beach where passengers board and disembark from the landing craft.

The Baroness’ Lookout

In the early 1930s, Floreana Island was the home of Eloise Wehrborn de Wagner-Bosquet, a striking young Austrian woman with two lovers, who dubbed herself “the Baroness of Galapagos.” She became an international sensation but mysteriously vanished in 1934, leaving her case unsolved.

The site visit includes a brief panga ride, where you may spot rays and turtles. The shore features red mangroves vital to the island's ecosystem. Upon landing, a dusty trail leads upward to the lookout point, which is a rocky volcanic hill offering stunning views as a reward for those who make the climb. Nearby, you can find the ruins of an old biological station used in 1934 when filmmakers came to create a short film starring the Baroness.

With no fixed trail, you are free to explore the beautiful surroundings on foot, where you will encounter a large population of sea lions, shorebirds and the striking Sally Lightfoot crabs that cling to the dark rocks. 

The numerous coral reefs also make it a fantastic site for snorkeling and catching sight of a range of marine life including sharks, turtles and rays.

Transfer from the yacht to the airport