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East Galápagos

Aqua Expeditions · Aqua Mare · 7 days

East Galápagos

Day 1: Once you arrive at Baltra Airport, you will be met by your team and escorted on a short cross-island transfer to the jetty. Receive a warm welcome aboard Aqua Mare, the Galápagos Islands' first 50-meter luxury superyacht. After a delicious lunch, pick out your snorkeling kit and receive a waterproof bag and Aqua Expeditions water bottle as a welcome gift. The afternoon will see you head out for your first excursion to the beautiful white beach of Bahía Borrero in the northern part of Santa Cruz. You might be able to spot Darwin's finches, cactus finches, and small ground finches nestled in the coastal vegetation. For those who prefer to snorkel, you will encounter sea turtles at the…

The sailing, in facts

OperatorAqua Expeditions
ShipAqua Mare
Length7 days
RegionGalápagos
Departures44 listed · 2027-01-08 to 2028-12-22

Day by day

The route as the supplier files it. Ports and stops without a coordinate are still listed — they are calls, not gaps.
DayWhere
Day 1Baltra Island, Ecuador
Day 1Bahía Borrero, Isla Santa Cruz, Galápagos Islands, Ecuador, Ecuador
Day 2Darwin Bay, Ecuador
Day 2El Barranco, Ecuador
Day 3Sullivan Bay, Ecuador
Day 3Chinese Hat Island, Ecuador
Day 4Bartolome Island, Ecuador
Day 4Cerro Dragón, Ecuador
Day 5Puerto Ayora, Ecuador
Day 5Rancho El Manzanillo, Isla Santa Cruz, Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
Day 5Puerto Ayora, Ecuador
Day 6Punta Suarez, Ecuador
Day 6Gardner Bay, Ecuador
Day 6Islote Osborn, Galápagos Islands, Ecuador, Ecuador
Day 7Isla Santa Fé, Ecuador
Day 7South Plaza, Ecuador
Day 8Puerto Ayora, Ecuador
Day 8Los Gemelos, Ecuador
Day 8Isla Santa Cruz Ferry Dock, Ecuador
Day 8Baltra Island, Ecuador

Every departure

44 departures of this itinerary in the atlas. Dates come from the supplier feed and are refreshed nightly.
DepartsReturnsDaysShipOffer
2027-01-082027-01-157Aqua MareYes
2027-01-222027-01-297Aqua MareYes
2027-02-052027-02-127Aqua MareYes
2027-02-192027-02-267Aqua MareYes
2027-03-052027-03-127Aqua MareYes
2027-03-192027-03-267Aqua MareYes
2027-04-022027-04-097Aqua MareYes
2027-04-162027-04-237Aqua MareYes
2027-04-302027-05-077Aqua MareYes
2027-05-142027-05-217Aqua MareYes
2027-05-282027-06-047Aqua MareYes
2027-06-112027-06-187Aqua MareYes
2027-06-252027-07-027Aqua MareYes
2027-07-092027-07-167Aqua MareYes
2027-08-062027-08-137Aqua MareYes
2027-08-202027-08-277Aqua MareYes
2027-10-152027-10-227Aqua MareYes
2027-10-292027-11-057Aqua MareYes
2027-11-122027-11-197Aqua MareYes
2027-11-262027-12-037Aqua MareYes
2027-12-102027-12-177Aqua MareYes
2027-12-242027-12-317Aqua MareYes
2028-01-072028-01-147Aqua MareYes
2028-01-212028-01-287Aqua MareYes
2028-02-042028-02-117Aqua MareYes
2028-02-182028-02-257Aqua MareYes
2028-03-032028-03-107Aqua MareYes
2028-03-172028-03-247Aqua MareYes
2028-04-282028-05-057Aqua MareYes
2028-05-122028-05-197Aqua MareYes
2028-05-262028-06-027Aqua MareYes
2028-06-092028-06-167Aqua MareYes
2028-06-232028-06-307Aqua MareYes
2028-07-072028-07-147Aqua MareYes
2028-07-212028-07-287Aqua MareYes
2028-08-042028-08-117Aqua MareYes
2028-08-182028-08-257Aqua MareYes
2028-09-012028-09-087Aqua MareYes
2028-10-132028-10-207Aqua MareYes
2028-10-272028-11-037Aqua MareYes
2028-11-102028-11-177Aqua MareYes
2028-11-242028-12-017Aqua MareYes
2028-12-082028-12-157Aqua MareYes
2028-12-222028-12-297Aqua MareYes

Current offers

  • Solo Traveler Special — through 2027-12-31 · In the mood for a solo adventure? Sail the world’s most remote destinations in luxury on board our award-winning fleet.Enjoy a waiver of the single supplement fee (usually an additional 25%) on selected 2026 and 2027 departures on board Aqua Nera, Aqua Blu and Aqua Mekong. Valid for: Aqua Nera 2026 and 2027 departures in June and September. Aqua Blu’s 7-night departures in March & November 2026, and May & August 2027 Aqua Mekong’s 2026 and 2027 departures in April, August, and September. Terms & Conditions: Savings are applied through the waiver of the single supplement fee on the…
  • Groups Special — through 2027-12-31 · Exclusive 15+1 group booking rates and special offer for tour organizers present a fantastic opportunity for travelers to enjoy first-hand our bespoke expeditions and unique guest experience. Group Bookings Special The 16th passenger on group travels for free. For each group of 15 paid passengers, Aqua Expeditions will grant one additional passenger free travel in a double cabin. This benefit is only available for double occupancy cabins and the rate will be calculated based on the lowest category. This offer is only available for Aqua Blu, Aqua Mekong, Aqua Nera, and Aria Amazon. Exclusive…
  • 15-30% Early Bird Bonus — through 2028-12-19 · Looking for your next getaway? Make your travel dreams a reality aboard any of Aqua Expeditions’ vessels with advance booking discounts. If you are dreaming of adventures where ancient tales, exotic wildlife and unparalleled beauty converge, make your travel goals come true by sailing with Aqua Expeditions. Experience modern luxury, innovative cuisine and bespoke service. This offer is applicable to limited Design Suites per departure and per vessel on a first come, first served basis. 2026, 2027 & 2028 Departures Aqua Blu: 15% savings on Design Cabins 104 and 105 Aqua Lares: 20% savings on…

Supplier offers, from the Virtuoso promotions feed. They stack with the advisor benefits on the booking rather than replacing them — how that works.

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