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A Life More Extraordinary
www.metropolitan-touring.com | [email protected]. De las Palmeras N45-74 y De las Orquídeas, Quito - EcuadorPhone: (593-2) 298 - 8200, Fax: (593-2) 334 - 1250
Unique is an overused word.
95But not in the Galápagos:
of the reptiles you’ll encounter are found here,
Expert knowledge, expert interpretation
Active and fun, friendly and relaxed
this fabled archipelago,born of fire in the vastness of the Pacific Ocean
Explore with us
Versatile...with three decks, from Master Suites to Standard Cabins, offering a wide range of accommodation – with the same high standards of comfort – as well as options for family travel.
Flexible...with her guests able to choose from alternative activities on Santa Cruz Island, including hiking, biking, kayaking, scuba diving, visiting a coffee plantation or relaxing on a beach.
with 6 multi-lingual guides, excursions groups can be tailored to guests’ languages and abilities.
Fun...with a convivial atmosphere, informality and relaxation that guests come to love and cherish.
with its commitment to providing the best environment and activities for families to share, explore, learn and have fun together.
with an extra Underwater Naturalist as part of the ship’s crew, who leads guests by the hand during swimming and snorkelling activities.
Combine these qualities with the crew’s deep sense of service built up over many years aboard, their pride, their dedication and their passion, and we believe the M/V Santa Cruz to be the finest ship in its
class to sail the archipelago today.
The 90-guest M/V Santa Cruz is ideally-designed and outfitted for exploring the Galápagos Islands
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Cabins
Master Suite
Boat Deck Plus Twin Cabin
Boat Deck Superior Twin Cabin
Upper Deck Cabin
910
Cabins
Master Suite
Boat Deck Plus Twin Cabin
Boat Deck Superior Twin Cabin
Upper Deck Cabin
8
Spaces
Sun Deck Jacuzzi
Bar and Lounge
Dining Room12 11
Spaces
Sun Deck Jacuzzi
Bar and Lounge
Dining Room10
Cabo Douglas
La CumbreVolcano Canal Bolívar
(Narborough)
(James)
Punta Flores
Punta Albemarle
Cabo Marshall
Buccaneer Cove
Playa Negra
Punta Calle
Las Bachas
Itabaca
Punta Bassa
Hobbs Bay
Puerto Ayora
Finch Bay Eco HotelAcademy Bay
Elizabeth Bay
Punta Moreno
(Albemarle)Caleta Webb
Punta San Juan
Caleta Iguana
Punta Essex
Cabo Rose
Puerto Villamil
Cerro Azul Volcano
Sierra NegraVolcano
WolfVolcano
DarwinVolcano
AlcedoVolcano
BahíaBanks
Punta Vicente Roca
TagusCovePunta
Espinoza
Playa Roja Baltra
South Plaza
GalapagueraCerro Colorado
Punta Pitt
Punta SuárezGardner Bay
Santa Fe
Post Office Bay / Baroness Cove
Pto. BaquerizoMoreno
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(START)UrbinaBay
Fernandina
Santiago
Darwin BayPrince Philip Steps
Bartolomé
(Barrington)
(Indefatigable)
(Chatham)
Natural Galapaguera
Santa Cruz
Santa MaríaFloreana
(Blindoe)Marchena
(Culpepper)Charles Darwin
(Wenman)Teodoro Wolf
(Tower)Genovesa
(Abingdon)Pinta
(Hood)Española
San Cristóbal
(Grossman)Los 4 Hermanos
El Chato
Isabela
(Brattle)Tortuga
León Dormido
Pinzón(Duncan) Cerro Dragón Twin
Craters
Sullivan Bay
North Seymour
Cerro Brujo
Tijeretas
Cabo Berkeley
Punta García
James Bay
Charles DarwinResearch Station
(Jervis)Rábida
Cabo Nepean
BahíaBallena
Chinese Hat Islet
Puerto Egas
Giant Tortoise Reserve
Cormorant Point / Devil’s Crowm
6D-5N ITINERARYEASTERN GALÁPAGOS
FRIDAY TO WEDNESDAY
6D-5N ITINERARY WESTERN GALÁPAGOS
WEDNESDAY TO MONDAY
5D-4N ITINERARY NORTHERN GALÁPAGOS
MONDAY TO FRIDAY
ITINERARIES
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Cabo Douglas
La CumbreVolcano Canal Bolívar
(Narborough)
(James)
Punta Flores
Punta Albemarle
Cabo Marshall
Buccaneer Cove
Playa Negra
Punta Calle
Las Bachas
Itabaca
Punta Bassa
Hobbs Bay
Puerto Ayora
Finch Bay Eco HotelAcademy Bay
Elizabeth Bay
Punta Moreno
(Albemarle)Caleta Webb
Punta San Juan
Caleta Iguana
Punta Essex
Cabo Rose
Puerto Villamil
Cerro Azul Volcano
Sierra NegraVolcano
WolfVolcano
DarwinVolcano
AlcedoVolcano
BahíaBanks
Punta Vicente Roca
TagusCovePunta
Espinoza
Playa Roja Baltra
South Plaza
GalapagueraCerro Colorado
Punta Pitt
Punta SuárezGardner Bay
Santa Fe
Post Office Bay / Baroness Cove
Pto. BaquerizoMoreno
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(START)UrbinaBay
Fernandina
Santiago
Darwin BayPrince Philip Steps
Bartolomé
(Barrington)
(Indefatigable)
(Chatham)
Natural Galapaguera
Santa Cruz
Santa MaríaFloreana
(Blindoe)Marchena
(Culpepper)Charles Darwin
(Wenman)Teodoro Wolf
(Tower)Genovesa
(Abingdon)Pinta
(Hood)Española
San Cristóbal
(Grossman)Los 4 Hermanos
El Chato
Isabela
(Brattle)Tortuga
León Dormido
Pinzón(Duncan) Cerro Dragón Twin
Craters
Sullivan Bay
North Seymour
Cerro Brujo
Tijeretas
Cabo Berkeley
Punta García
James Bay
Charles DarwinResearch Station
(Jervis)Rábida
Cabo Nepean
BahíaBallena
Chinese Hat Islet
Puerto Egas
Giant Tortoise Reserve
Cormorant Point / Devil’s Crowm
6D-5N ITINERARYEASTERN GALÁPAGOS
FRIDAY TO WEDNESDAY
6D-5N ITINERARY WESTERN GALÁPAGOS
WEDNESDAY TO MONDAY
5D-4N ITINERARY NORTHERN GALÁPAGOS
MONDAY TO FRIDAY
ITINERARIES
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6DAYS 5NIGHTSITINERARY
FRIDAY TO WEDNESDAYEastern GalápagosHighlights:
DAY
FridayPuerto
Baquerizo Moreno San Cristóbal InterpretationCentre / Tijeretas San Cristóbal
Saturday Cerro Brujo San Cristóbal Punta Pitt San Cristóbal
Sunday Santa Fe Santa Fe South Plaza South Plaza
MondayCharles Darwin
Research Station Santa Cruz Twin Craters Santa Cruz
Tuesday Punta Suárez Española Gardner Bay Española
Wednesday Baltra Airport Baltra
AM VISITS PM VISITSISLAND ISLAND
Itinerary is a guide only. Our route and programme varies according to National Park policies and regulations, weather conditions, seasonal changes, safety reasons and the wildlife we encounter.
Snorkel Panga Ride Glass-bottom boatAquatic activities:
Aquatic Activities
Aquatic Activities
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FRIDAYPuerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristóbal [Chatham] Island)We arrive by plane at San Cristóbal Island and transfer to the M/V Santa Cruz, anchored at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, the provincial capital of the Galápagos Islands. The crew will assign cabins and serve lunch, followed by an introductory briefing.
Interpretation Centre and Cerro Tijeretas (San Cristóbal Island)In the afternoon, we disembark at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (dry landing) and visit the Interpretation Centre. From the Interpretation Centre, we stroll along an easy boardwalk to the site considered as the spot where Darwin set foot for first time on Galápagos in 1835. This area is teeming with life: Darwin finches, San Cristóbal mockingbirds, marine iguanas, sea lions, etc.
SATURDAYCerro Brujo (San Cristóbal Island)We land at Cerro Brujo’s white coralline beach, a large expanse, great for walking, with rewarding bird watching. Highlights ashore include the (San Cristóbal) mockingbird, java lizard; both species are endemic to this island, and seen nowhere else in the Galápagos. The beach makes an excellent site for acquainting oneself with snorkelling gear and techniques.
Punta Pitt (San Cristóbal Island)In the afternoon, we disembark on the eastern tip of the island at Pitt Point, an eroded tuff cone, whose trail provides spectacular views of the shoreline. This is the only site in the Galápagos where the three species of boobies can be found together. After the walk, if conditions are favourable, we have a chance to swim from the beach or snorkel at the nearby islets.
SUNDAYSanta Fe IslandAfter breakfast, we take the dinghy over to this idyllic sandy-white beach populated by many sea lion harems. The endemic land iguana, unique to this island, may be spotted during the morning walk amid the giant prickly pear cactus. Snorkelling and swimming from the pangas rounds off our rewarding experience, or if guests prefer, the glass bottom boat is available for non-snorkellers.
South Plaza IslandFollowing lunch and a rest, we disembark in this channel, whose turquoise waters contrast brilliantly with the white sand and black lava of the shoreline. Beyond, a carpet of scarlet sesuvium succulents serves as groundcover for a grove of luminescent green prickly-pear cactus. Yellow-grey land iguanas sit beneath these, waiting patiently for pears to drop. Along the coastline one finds sea lion colonies, while frigates, swallow-tailed gulls and shearwaters glide, play with the thermals.
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MONDAYHighlands of Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz Island)
This morning we head to the highlands of Santa Cruz Island, with their impressive Scalesia forest and the twin pit craters known as Los Gemelos. A visit to see the giant tortoises in the wild may be included, if weather conditions are good. We enjoy lunch in the highlands, before beginning our afternoon activities.
Puerto Ayora and activities (Santa Cruz Island)
We have several options available for the afternoon:
1. Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station in Puerto Ayora and the giant tortoise pens, including tortoise celebrities like “Lonesome George”. 2. Trek along forest paths in the highlands to a viewpoint.3. Mountain bike (mostly downhill) to the Garrapatero Beach.4. Sea kayak and relax on a sandy beach.5. Visit an organic coffee plantation6. Scuba dive. This activity takes all day and has a cost.
At the end of the afternoon’s activities, we embark on the M/V Santa Cruz from the Puerto Ayora dock.
TUESDAYPunta Suárez (Española (Hood) Island)An exciting walk awaits at this site, where we’ll enjoy its unique sea bird colonies, including waved albatrosses (April-December), Nazca boobies, blue-footed boobies, swallow-tail gulls as well as a view of the Galápagos famous “blow-hole”. Also, look for red-green-black marine iguanas. Back on board for lunch.
Gardner Bay (Española Island)In the afternoon, the picture-postcard white coral beach of Gardner Bay provides a beautiful setting for observing sea lions, mockingbirds, finches as we relax. There is great snorkelling in this area, or a ride aboard the glass-bottom boat.
WEDNESDAYBaltra IslandOn our last day, we disembark at Baltra Island and transfer to the airport to take the flight back to the continent.
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6DAYS 5NIGHTSITINERARY
WEDNESDAY TO MONDAYWestern GalápagosHighlights:
DAY
Wednesday Baltra Airport Baltra North Seymour North Seymour
Punta Vicente roca Isabela Punta Espinoza Fernandina
Tagus Cove Isabela Urbina Bay Isabela
Charles DarwinResearch Station Santa Cruz
El ChatoTortoise Reserve Santa Cruz
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Post Office Bay &Baroness Cove Floreana Punta Cormorant
& Devil’s Crown Floreana
Baltra Airport Baltra
AM VISITS PM VISITSISLAND ISLAND
Itinerary is a guide only. Our route and programme varies according to National Park policies and regulations, weather conditions, seasonal changes, safety reasons and the wildlife we encounter.
Snorkel Panga Ride Glass-bottom boatAquatic activities:
Aquatic Activities
Aquatic Activities
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WEDNESDAYBaltra IslandWe arrive by plane at Baltra Island and transfer to the dock to board the M/V Santa Cruz where we’ll receive our welcome introductory briefing and lunch.
North Seymour IslandThis is a great introductory site to the islands and their wildlife, full of bird colonies of blue footed boobies, two species of frigate birds, swallow tailed gulls, as well as sea lions and marine iguanas.
THURSDAYPunta Vicente Roca (Isabela Island)After breakfast, we explore the coast by panga, while our naturalist guide explains the dramatic geology of the area, nesting place for a Galápagos highlight: flightless cormorants. Depending on weather conditions, we can snorkel along the cliffs of this area rich in marine life, seasonally-visited by green sea turtles and oceanic sun fish (Mola mola).
Punta Espinoza (Fernandina Island)The afternoon is dedicated to exploring the youngest island of the archipelago, Fernandina, which, having no introduced mammals, boasts a very unique environment with a very high density of marine iguanas, who share their space with sea lions, Sally light-foot crabs, hawks, penguins and the flightless cormorant. Following our walk, weather permitting, we can go snorkelling.
FRIDAYTagus Cove (Isabela Island)After breakfast, we’ll land at this cove on the northwest of Isabela. It provided a favourite anchorage for pirates and whalers over the centuries. An uphill hike takes guests to the rim of Darwin Crater, filled with salt water and to a dramatic viewpoint. After our walk, we take a panga ride to spot local wildlife, with the possibility of swimming or snorkelling.
Urbina Bay (Isabela Island)After lunch, we disembark at Urbina Bay, the fascinating result of an uplifting of the ocean in 1954. Here we can admire corals, shells and many other calcareous organisms exposed above water. First we enjoy a snorkel from the beach, with the chance of swimming with flightless cormorants and penguins. This area is also home to a large and very colourful Galápagos land iguanas, and occasionally to giant tortoises. We return back on board for our expedition plan for Saturday and dinner.
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SATURDAYHighlands of Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz Island)
This morning we head to the highlands of Santa Cruz Island, with their impressive Scalesia forest and the twin pit craters known as Los Gemelos. A visit to see the giant tortoises in the wild may be included, if weather conditions are good. We enjoy lunch in the highlands, before beginning our afternoon activities.
Puerto Ayora and activities (Santa Cruz Island)
We have several options available for the afternoon:
1. Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station in Puerto Ayora and the giant tortoise pens, including tortoise celebrities like “Lonesome George”.
2. Trek along forest paths in the highlands to a viewpoint.3. Mountain bike (mostly downhill) to the Garrapatero Beach.4. Sea kayak and relax on a sandy beach.5. Visit an organic coffee plantation.6. Scuba dive. This activity takes all day and has a cost.
At the end of the afternoon’s activities, we embark on the M/V Santa Cruz from the Puerto Ayora dock
SUNDAYPost Office Bay and Baroness Cove (Floreana Island)A short walk leads us to the historic barrel where postcards are traditionally left for other guests from other vessels to hand-deliver to their destinations. Near Post Office Bay, we explore the north shore of Floreana along narrow channels teeming with life. After a wet landing and a short walk, we reach the Baroness Cove where we will learn more about the fascinating “murder mystery” on Floreana. After our land visit, we head to volcanic Champion Islet, regarded as one of the best snorkeling spots in the archipelago, and also fun to explore aboard the glass-bottom boat.
Cormorant Point (Floreana Island)Cormorant Point makes a popular visit, beginning with our landing on the olivine-crystal beach for an easy walk that includes a brackish water lagoon where bird species such as greater flamingos, pintail ducks, common stilts, herons, sandpipers, and others gather. We continue over to a white-sand beach, where sea turtles emerge from the sea at night to nest (from December to May).
MONDAY
Baltra IslandWe disembark at Baltra Island in order to transfer to the airport to take the flight back to the mainland.
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5DAYS 4NIGHTSITINERARY
MONDAY TO FRIDAYNorthern GalápagosHighlights:
DAY
Monday Baltra Airport Baltra Las Bachas Santa Cruz
Tuesday Buccaneer Cove Santiago Puerto Egas Santiago
Wednesday Red Beach Rábida Bartolomé Bartolomé
Thursday Prince Phillip Steps Genovesa Darwin Bay Genovesa
Friday
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
Galapaguera Colorado
San Cristóbal
AM VISITS PM VISITSISLAND ISLAND
Itinerary is a guide only. Our route and programme varies according to National Park policies and regulations, weather conditions, seasonal changes, safety reasons and the wildlife we encounter.
Snorkel Panga Ride Glass-bottom boatAquatic activities:
Aquatic Activities
Aquatic Activities
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MONDAYBaltra IslandWe land at Baltra Island by plane in the morning and transfer to the dock to board the M/V Santa Cruz, where we receive a welcome introductory briefing and lunch.
Las Bachas (Santa Cruz Island)This beautiful visitor site is located on the north shore of Santa Cruz Island, a glorious white beach with several brackish lagoons only a few steps away from the sea. These lagoons provide the feeding grounds for various wading birds, from stilts to flamingos. This is a good opportunity to get acquainted with snorkelling gear and techniques from the shore, if time permits.
TUESDAYBuccaneer Cove (Santiago Island)After breakfast, we explore the coastline along the impressive cliffs of Buccaneer Cove, learning about the area’s distant and recent history. The cove is home to a large number of marine birds, sea lions, and inter-tidal organisms. Enjoy fantastic natural formations such as the “Elephant Rock”, “The Bishop” and an impressive natural cave. This is a fun site for snorkelling and the glass-bottom boat, too!
Puerto Egas (Santiago Island)Once we disembark at the beach, we can enjoy a swim or snorkel amid a rocky shoreline, usually in the company of marine turtles. From here, we head off for our walk, a great opportunity to see land and marine birds amid a landscape of tuff-stone layers and lava flows. At low tide, marine iguanas graze upon the algae beds and we can also observe a colony of fur-sea lions. Non-snorkellers can enjoy a longer walk.
WEDNESDAYRed Beach (Rábida Island)After breakfast, we land on Rábida Island’s red-coloured beach, caused by the unusually high content of iron in the volcanic material. Our walk brings us close to a large colony of sea lions, marine iguanas, mockingbirds, yellow warblers and several species of Darwin’s finches. Very close to the beach, a salt pond hosts migrating greater flamingos at certain times of year. This is a great place to snorkel from the beach, both for beginners as well as for experienced snorkelers, due to the unique combination of underwater species and submarine landscapes. Non-snorkelers will enjoy a ride in the glass bottom boat. During navigation to our next island, dolphins are often spotted.
Bartolomé IslandWe land at Bartolomé for a hike to the summit of this diminutive island that boasts fantastic views of the archipelago. This is a moderately steep climb aided by a wooden staircase, resting platforms and handrails – the view from the top is worth the effort! Following our walk, we take to the pangas for a ride around the colossal Pinnacle Rock, and then land at the beach to enjoy some swimming, snorkelling or just relaxing (possibly with Galápagos penguins in attendance).
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Construction: Bilbao, Spain, 1979Reconstruction: Talcahuano, Chile, 1998Category: First ClassGross: Tonnage: 1675Capacity: 90 guestsLength: 72.35 metres (237.3 feet)Beam: 11.85 metres (38.86 feet)Speed: 13 knotsElectricity: 110 Volts in the cabins with 220 Volt Sockets available in Reception and Dining area.Engines: 2 Sulzer engines, 1620 BHP each Navigation Gyrocompass, auto pilot, radarEquipment: echo-sounders, GPS & Radio Director Finder Safety ABS classification + A1E + AMSClassification: #7907 853 SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea), ISM certificate complying with the IMO resolution A.788 (19) Automatic fire controlsLife Jackets: In each cabinLife Boats: Two 66-man, two 25-manLife Rafts: Two 16-man, two 10-manLanding Crafts: 5 for ship to shore transportationBoston Whaler: 1 with glass-bottom for underwater observationOwner: ETICA / Metropolitan TouringDecks: 4 (Sun deck, Boat deck, Upper deck,Maindeck)Crew: 52Naturalist Guides: 6 multilingual (includes Expedition Manager)Medical Officer: Permanently on board
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
ABOUT M/V SANTA CRUZ
• Bar–Lounge, Dining room• Gift shop• Coffee station (coffee, tea and water 24 hours-a-day)• Satellite telephone• Intermittent and low-bandwidth internet service• PA system• Snorkelling equipment• Hair dryer and safe deposit box in each cabin• Glass-bottom boat• Jacuzzi• Reading Room and Natural History Library• Air conditioned throughout• Wet suits for hire
FACILITIES
DECK PLANSCapacity: 90 guests / 43 cabinsUnbranded website: www.mvsantacruz.com
Our Itineraries Include:• Accommodation• All meals• Bilingual naturalist guides• Conferences and lectures• Visit to the islands mentioned in the itinerary• Transportation to / from the airport in Galápagos• Snorkelling equipment
They don't include:• Air ticket to/from Galápagos, subject to change• Galapagos National Park entrance fee, subject to change• Migration tax fee, subject to change• Beverages and tips• Wet suit hire• Internet service• Phone calls
IMPORTANT NOTES:
CABINDISTRIBUTION
Boat Deck
Sun Deck
Upper Deck
Main Deck
Bar & Relax Area
Standard Twin (12)
Gift ShopBar / LoungeStandard Twin (12)Reception / CorridorRestaurantLibrary
Master Suite22.80 m2/ 250 sq. ft.
Junior Suite22.09 m2/ 235 sq. ft.
Superior Cabin15.19 m2/ 165 sq. ft.
Standard Cabin11.56 m2/ 125 sq. ft.
Boat Standard Plus12.96 m2/ 129.166 sq. ft.
Master Suite (2)
Junior suite Twin (2)
Superior Twin (4)Standard Twin (4)Standard Plus Twin (2)
Standard Single (1)
10.8 ft / 3.29 m
15.4 ft / 4.69 m
15.4 ft / 4.69 m
15.4 ft / 4.69 m
10.1 ft / 3.08 m
15.4 ft / 4.69 m
11.55 ft / 3.40 m
11.39 ft / 3.45 m
11.1 ft / 3.38 m
11.1 ft / 3.38 m
Superior Double (2)Standard Double (2)
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THURSDAYPrince Philip Steps (Genovesa Island)The morning starts with a panga ride along the cliffs of this dramatic island, followed by landing with a steep climb (90 feet) up some stairs to reach a flat plateau. Along our walk, we can observe large colonies of Nazca boobies, red footed boobies, great frigate birds and storm petrels. Those not wishing to disembark can enjoy a longer panga ride along the cliffs (depending on weather conditions). After the walk, we can snorkel along the dramatic cliffs where there are chances of spotting lots of fish, including hammerhead sharks.
Darwin Bay (Genovesa Island)In the afternoon, we land at this beautiful natural bay to enjoy some swimming and/or snorkelling. Following our dip, we take an easy stroll to observe hundreds of birds, mainly frigate birds, red footed and Nazca boobies, gulls, herons, finches and mockingbirds. There’s an optional walk over sharp lava and uneven terrain for dramatic views, or else we can return to the beach.
FRIDAYPuerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristóbal (Chatham) Island)After breakfast, there’s an optional departure to see the breeding programme of giant tortoises at Cerro Colorado. Here, we learn about this endangered species and its promising recovery. Following the visit, we return to town and transfer to the airport to take the flight back to the mainland.
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Credits:Photographs: John Garate, Francisco Caizapanta, Pete Oxford, Sergio Zagier, M/V Santa Cruz’ staff and Metropolitan Touring’s Image bankText: Dominic Hamilton Design: Uma Creativa Design Coordination: Gabriela Coronado
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EASTERN GALÁPAGOS6D/5N FRIDAY TO WEDNESDAY
PUERTO BAQUERIZO MORENO SAN CRISTOBAL
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M/V SANTA CRUZ DEPARTURE DATES
www.metropolitan-touring.com | [email protected]. De las Palmeras N45-74 y De las Orquídeas, Quito - EcuadorPhone: (593-2) 298 - 8200, Fax: (593-2) 334 - 1250
DRY DOCK
EASTERN GALÁPAGOS6D/5N FRIDAY TO WEDNESDAY
WESTERN GALÁPAGOS6D/5N WEDNESDAY TO MONDAY
NORTHERN GALÁPAGOS5D/4N MONDAY TO FRIDAY
ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
ICON SPECIES
HIGHLIGHT SITES
ISLANDSSan Cristóbal, Santa Fe, South Plaza, SantaCruz, Española, Baltra
• Galápagos sea lion• Giant tortoises• Santa Fe land iguana• Hybrid iguana• Marine iguanas• Blue-footed boobies• Nazca boobies• Red-footed boobies• Galápagos doves• Galápagos mockingbirds• Chatham mockingbirds• Española mockingbirds• Darwin finches• Galápagos hawks• Brown pelicans• Greater frigates• Magnificent frigates• Swallow-tailed gulls• Lava gulls• Lava (striated) herons
• Charles Darwin Research Station• Kicker Rock• Española´s Blowhole
ICON SPECIES
HIGHLIGHT SITES
ISLANDSBaltra, North Seymour, Isabela, Fernandina,Santa Cruz, Floreana
• Galápagos sea lion• Galápagos fur seal• Giant tortoises• Galápagos land iguana• Marine iguanas• Blue-footed boobies• Nazca boobies• Galápagos doves• Darwin finches• Greater flamingoes• Brown pelicans• Greater frigates• Magnificent frigates• Flightless cormorants• Galápagos penguins• Swallow-tailed gulls• Lava gulls• Lava (striated) herons
• Post Office Bay• Darwin Lake• Urbina´s Upheaval• Charles Darwin Research Station
ICON SPECIES
HIGHLIGHT SITES
ISLANDSBaltra, Santa Cruz, Santiago, Rábida, Bartolomé, Genovesa, San Cristóbal
• Galápagos sea lion• Galápagos fur seal• Giant tortoises• Marine iguanas• Blue-footed boobies• Nazca boobies• Red-footed boobies• Galápagos doves• Galápagos mockingbirds• Chatham mockingbirds• Darwin finches• Greater flamingoes• Galápagos hawks• Short-eared owls• Brown pelicans• Greater frigates• Magnificent frigates• Galápagos penguins• Swallow-tailed gulls• Lava gulls,• Lava (striated) herons
• Pinnacle Rock• Kicker Rock• Buccaneer Cove
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