Galapagos Islands Cruises on the M/Y Coral 1 & M/Y Coral 2

4, 5 & 8 DAYS

View of Coral 1 from Isabela Island
View of Coral I from Isabela Island

Get your picture taken with the giant tortoise!

Santa Cruz (Highlands)
One of the options is to cross the highlands of Santa Cruz. Passengers will visit Cerro Chato. In this visit, you'll be able to observe the famous giant tortoises that gave the name to these islands. Additionally, travelers can literally get into the Galapagos by walking in the dormant lava tubes.

Day 2 - Monday - Española (Suarez Point)
This morning you will enjoy a dry landing at Suarez Point. Upon landing you will learn more about the lava terrain while crossing the inactive lava fields. Aside from the sea lion colonies, this is one of the most important sites for bird-watching. As soon as you step on this island many species can be spotted and observed closely. Among the many species, the hooded mocking bird and red-billed tropic. After crossing the nesting grounds you will reach the world's largest colony of waved albatross (15 000 approx.). From May until December their mating rituals are a highlight of the visit. Nearing the end of this excursion you will visit the famous blowhole, where water shoots into the air at almost 23 mts. (75 ft.).

Española (Gardner Bay)
In the afternoon, you will visit Gardner Bay. Prepare for a wet landing on this white coral beach amidst a large colony of sea lions. This site has no trails, therefore hiking is not possible, but it is considered as an open area where you can spot Galapagos Hawks, American oyster catchers, Galapagos doves, hood mockingbirds, three species of Darwin finches, yellow warblers, lava lizards and marine iguanas. All of these species are endemic to this island. This is a great place for swimming and snorkeling. The best place for this spot is by the rock outcropping that looks like a turtle. Often snorkelers see many of the Galapagos marine species such as: king angelfish, Creole fish, damsel fish, parrot fish, manta rays, white-tipped reef sharks, and many more.

Novice snorkelers can practice back on the main beach where the sea lions are playful, while experienced snorkelers can roam the waters around Devils Crown.

Floreana (Post Office)
Located on the north side of Floreana Island, the bay got its name because in 1793, Captain James Colnett installed an empty barrel of rum which works as an informal post box for the sailors who periodically passed through the Galapagos, taking with them letters for their next ports of call or final destinations. Today, our visitors continue the tradition by placing postcards without stamps inside the barrel which reach their destinations free of charge. Sometimes it takes weeks, sometimes months, and sometimes the cards never get there at all! If you want to try this easy mail, please have your post cards and letters ready - it's also a good way to get new Galapagos friends.

Blue-footed boobie engaged in "sky-pointing"

A short walk from the famous barrel, across typical vegetation of the island, we come to a tunnel formed by lava flows. It's quite a tricky way down to a path where we can observe land birds such as Galapagos mocking bird, some species of Darwin's finches, yellow warblers and lava lizards.

Floreana (Mirador de la Baronesa)
After we'll make a wet landing on 'Mirador de la Baronesa.' Your naturalist guide will tell the murder and mystery legend of the Baronesa. This viewpoint is located on the north of the Floreana Island. It is a tuff basalt formation between Cormorant Point and Post Office Bay. The climb on the trails is very easy. Steps are placed in this area for security.

Day 4 - Wednesday - North Seymour and Return to Quito
After a dry landing, guests will encounter swallow-tailed gulls and sea lions. This site is also known for being a major nesting colony of blue-footed boobies and the largest colony of the magnificent frigate bird, a different species from the great frigate bird. Travelers will also spot both endemic species of iguanas, the marine iguanas and land iguanas. Passengers will enjoy this relaxed hike around the nesting sites.

Disembark at the docks (Baltra), passengers will take a bus to the airport for their flight back to mainland via Guayaquil to Quito.

Day 1 - Wednesday - Baltra
Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, proceed through entry formalities. The Galapagos National Park tax has already been paid for you; you should not pay this tax again. From the airport lobby, look for a small booth named Kleintours/Legend/Coral Cruises, and check in with the staff there. You will be transferred to the Baltra port to embark on Coral I and Coral II.

Santa Cruz (Dragon Hill)
During this excursion you will head for Dragon Hill. After a dry landing, walk to a hypersalinic lagoon behind the beach, occasionally visited by pink flamingos. The trail then leads up to Dragon Hill, which offers a beautiful view of the bay. This area is a nesting site for a large number of land iguanas that where reintroduced by the Charles Darwin Research Station. There is also a bizarre scalesia tree forest. Land iguana, Galapagos Islands

Santa Cruz (Venice)
Dinghy ride around the islet along the coast of Santa Cruz. The land iguanas that live in Venice were protected from the wild dogs that live on the island. On Santa Cruz it is possible to observe the vegetation and marine animals like: spotted eagle rays and golden rays, mullets, white-tipped reef sharks and Pacific green sea turtles which rest in the calm waters of the coves and channels.

Day 2 - Thursday - Rábida (Jervis)
Wet landing at the dark red-colored beach of volcanic origin frequented by sea lions. It is often considered the geographic center of Galapagos because it has the most diversified volcanic rocks of all the islands.
A short trail leads to a saltwater lagoon, where you will occasionally find flamingos. July thru September is a good time of the year to observe how brown pelicans nest in the salty bushes found at the far side of the salty lagoon. Also to be observed are boobies and nine species of Darwin's finches. Enjoy a dinghy ride by the reefs and an excellent opportunity for snorkeling.

Santiago (Egas Port)
Visit the dark sand beach at Egas Port during a wet landing. Most of the landscape is tuff-stone layers and lava flows, the surrounding area is prime for spotting and observing hunting herons, great blue herons, lava herons, oyster catchers, and the yellow-crowned night herons. Enjoy the sight of marine iguanas grazing upon algae beds at low tide sharing space with red sally light-foot crabs. There is a colony of fur sea lions swimming in deep pools of cool water called 'grottos.' On this beach you can swim and snorkel in search of octopuses, sea horses, starfish and other sea life species.

Day 3 - Friday - Fernandina (Espinosa Point)
After a dry landing at Espinosa Point, you will see the biggest marine iguanas mingling with sally-light foot crabs. You will also enjoy the flightless cormorants nesting sites, the Galapagos penguins, Galapagos Hawks, and sea lions. Among the flora and volcanic formation observers will note brachycereus cactus, and two kinds of lava formations 'pa-hoe-hoe' lava and 'AA'. Numerous mangrove beds extend into the sea, depicting a healthy and thriving eco-system.

Isabela (Tagus Cove)
This is the largest island in the Galapagos. At Tagus Cove, enjoy a dry landing. You will learn more about the eruption of five volcanoes that flowed together to form this landmass. Sally Light-foot Crab

The marked trail leads to Darwin's saltwater lagoon and an excellent view of the lava fields, scoured with unique volcanic formations. Time allows you to observe marine life from the dinghy. Frequently, visitors see Galapagos penguins at this site. A view of graffiti dating back to the 1800s can help passengers to better appreciate the relationship between the islands and tourism today. Most of the graffiti is believed to be done by pirates and buccaneers.

Day 4 - Saturday - Bartolomé
Dry landing. Arriving on this island, passengers will see volcanic formations including lava bombs, spatter, and cinder cones. After a hike to the summit visitors available to enjoy an impressive view of the surrounding islands, including the eroded tuff cone of Pinnacle Rock. During the hike to the summit, travelers will often see large colonies of marine iguanas, lava lizards, tiquilla bushes and various cacti. Visitors will also enjoy a chance to cool off while snorkeling. Here it is possible to see the Galapagos penguins, sea turtles, and white-tipped reef sharks from a safe distance.

Santa Cruz (Black Turtle Cove)
Arrive at Black Turtle Cove located near Las Bachas beach in the north coastline of Santa Cruz Island. This excursion provides passengers with a dinghy ride though the mangrove, during which the outboard motor of the small boat is turned off. This allows the close observation of marine turtles, white-tipped reef sharks, spotted eagle rays, and yellow rays.

Day 5 - Sunday* - Santa Cruz (Charles Darwin Station)
Travelers will have the chance to investigate the Charles Darwin Research Station in Puerto Ayora, staffed with international scientists conducting biological research and conservation projects. Here you can also admire giant tortoises that are part of the breeding program. Disembark at the docks (Baltra). Passengers will take a bus to the airport for their flight back to the mainland via Guayaquil to Quito.

*Note: Visit Rancho Primicias (highlands) on the second Sunday.

Day 1 - Sunday - Santa Cruz
Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, proceed through entry formalities. The Galapagos National Park tax has already been paid for you; you should not pay this tax again. From the airport lobby, look for a small booth named Kleintours/Legend/Coral Cruises, and check in with the staff there. They will secure your luggage and directly transfer it to your cabin. You will transfer from the airport to the Itabaca Canal, then cross to the Island of Santa Cruz and travel to Puerto Ayora.

Santa Cruz (Highlands)
One of the options is to cross the highlands of Santa Cruz. Passengers will visit Cerro Chato. In this visit, you'll be able to observe the famous giant tortoises that gave the name to these islands. Additionally, travelers can literally get into the Galapagos by walking in the dormant lava tubes.

Day 2 - Monday - Española (Suarez Point)
This morning you will enjoy a dry landing at Suarez Point. Upon landing you will learn more about the lava terrain while crossing the inactive lava fields. Aside from the sea lion colonies, this is one of the most important sites for bird-watching. As soon as you step on this island many species can be spotted and observed closely. Among the many species, the hooded mocking bird and red-billed tropic. After crossing the nesting grounds you will reach the world's largest colony of waved albatross (15 000 approx.). From May until December their mating rituals are a highlight of the visit. Nearing the end of this excursion you will visit the famous blowhole (left), where water shoots into the air at almost 23 mts. (75 ft.).

Española (Gardner Bay)
In the afternoon, you will visit Gardner Bay. Prepare for a wet landing on this white coral beach amidst a large colony of sea lions. This site has no trails therefore hiking is not possible, but it is considered as an open area where you can spot Galapagos Hawks, American oyster catchers, Galapagos doves, hood mockingbirds, three species of Darwin finches, yellow warblers, lava lizards and marine iguanas. All of these species are endemic to this island. This is a great place for swimming and snorkeling. The best place for this spot is by the rock outcropping that looks like a turtle. Often snorkelers see many of the Galapagos marine species such as: king angelfish, Creole fish, damsel fish, parrot fish, manta rays, white-tipped reef sharks, and many more.

Day 3 - Tuesday - Floreana (Cormorant Point)
Wet landing on a greenish colored sand beach. You will hike a well-marked trail beginning in the Black Mangrove beds heading towards the back of the lagoon. The large, brackish lagoon holds one of the biggest populations of flamingos in the Galapagos. This island is best known for its endemic plant life, such as: the Galapagos millwork, passion flower, and unique button mangrove (one of the four species in Galapagos). Novice snorkelers can practice back on the main beach where the sea lions are playful, while experienced snorkelers can roam the waters around Devils Crown.

Floreana (Post Office)
Located on the north side of Floreana Island, the bay got its name because in 1793, Captain James Colnett installed an empty barrel of rum which works as an informal post box for the sailors who periodically passed through the Galapagos, taking with them letters for their next ports of call or final destinations. Today, our visitors continue the tradition by placing postcards without stamps inside the barrel which reach their destinations free of charge. Sometimes it takes weeks, sometimes months, and sometimes the cards never get there at all! If you want to try this easy mail, please have your post cards and letters ready - it's also a good way to get new Galapagos friends. A short walk from the famous barrel, across typical vegetation of the island, we come to a tunnel formed by lava flows. Vermilion Flycatcher

It's quite a tricky way down to a path where we can observe land birds such as mocking bird of Galapagos, some species of Darwin's finches, yellow warblers and lava lizards.

Floreana (Mirador de la Baronesa)
After we'll make a wet landing on 'Mirador de la Baronesa.' Your naturalist guide will tell the murder and mystery legend of the Baronesa. This viewpoint is located on the north of the Floreana Island. It is a tuff basalt formation between Cormorant Point and Post Office Bay. The climb on the trails is very easy. Steps are placed in this area for security.

Day 4 - Wednesday - North Seymour
After a dry landing, guests will encounter swallow-tailed gulls and sea lions. This site is also known for being a major nesting colony of blue-footed boobies and the largest colony of the magnificent frigate bird, a different species from the great frigate bird. Travelers will also spot both endemic species of iguanas, the marine iguanas and land iguanas. Passengers will enjoy this relaxed hike around the nesting sites.

Day 5 - Thursday - Rábida (Jervis)
Wet landing at the dark red-colored beach of volcanic origin frequented by sea lions. It is often considered the geographic center of Galapagos because it has the most diversified volcanic rocks of all the Islands. A short trail leads to a saltwater lagoon, where you will occasionally find flamingos. July thru September is a good time of the year to observe how brown pelicans nest in the salty bushes found at the far side of the salty lagoon. Also to be observed are boobies and nine species of Darwin's finches. Enjoy a dinghy ride by the reefs and an excellent opportunity for snorkeling.

Santiago (Egas Port)
Visit the dark sand beach at Egas Port during a wet landing. Most of the landscape is tuff-stone layers and lava flows, the surrounding area is prime for spotting and observing hunting herons, great blue herons, lava herons, oyster catchers, and the yellow-crowned night herons. Galapagos turtle, namesake of the Galapagos Islands

Galapagos turtle, namesake of the Galapagos Islands

Enjoy the sight of marine iguanas grazing upon algae beds at low tide sharing space with red sally light-foot crabs. There is a colony of fur sea lions swimming in deep pools of cool water called 'grottos.' On this beach you can swim and snorkel in search of octopuses, sea horses, starfish and other sea life species.

Day 6 - Friday - Fernandina (Espinosa Point)
After a dry landing at Espinosa Point, you will see the biggest marine iguanas mingling with sally-light foot crabs. You will also enjoy the flightless cormorants nesting sites, the Galapagos penguins, Galapagos Hawks, and sea lions. Among the flora and volcanic formation observers will note brachycereus cactus, and two kinds of lava formations 'pa-hoe-hoe' lava and 'AA'. Numerous mangrove beds extend into the sea, depicting a healthy and thriving eco-system.

Isabela (Tagus Cove)
This is the largest island in the Galapagos. At Tagus Cove, enjoy a dry landing. You will learn more about the eruption of five volcanoes that flowed together to form this landmass. The marked trail leads to Darwin's saltwater lagoon and an excellent view of the lava fields, scoured with unique volcanic formations. Time allows you to observe marine life from the dinghy. Frequently, visitors see Galapagos penguins at this site. A view of graffiti dating back to the 1800s can help passengers to better appreciate the relationship between the islands and tourism today. Most of the graffiti is believed to be done by pirates and buccaneers.

Day 7 - Saturday - Bartolomé
Dry landing. Arriving on this island, passengers will see volcanic formations including lava bombs, spatter, and cinder cones. After a hike to the summit visitors available to enjoy an impressive view of the surrounding islands, including the eroded tuff cone of Pinnacle Rock. During the hike to the summit, travelers will often see large colonies of marine iguanas, lava lizards, tiquilla bushes and various cacti. Visitors will also enjoy a chance to cool off while snorkeling. Here it is possible to see the Pinacle Rock, Bartolome Island

Galapagos penguins, sea turtles, and white-tipped reef sharks from a safe distance.

Santa Cruz (Black Turtle Cove)
Arrive at Black Turtle Cove located near Las Bachas beach in the north coastline of Santa Cruz Island. This excursion provides passengers with a dinghy ride though the mangrove, during which the outboard motor of the small boat is turned off. This allows the close observation of marine turtles, white-tipped reef sharks, spotted eagle rays, and yellow rays.

Day 8 - Sunday* - Santa Cruz (Charles Darwin Station)
Travelers will have the chance to investigate the Charles Darwin Research Station in Puerto Ayora, staffed with international scientists conducting biological research and conservation projects. Here you can also admire giant tortoises that are part of the breeding program. Disembark at the docks (Baltra). Passengers will take a bus to the airport for their flight back to the mainland via Guayaquil to Quito.

Day 1 - Wednesday - Baltra Island and Santa Cruz
Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, proceed through entry formalities. The Galapagos National Park tax has already been paid for you; you should not pay this tax again. From the airport lobby, look for a small booth named Kleintours/Legend/Coral Cruises, and check in with the staff there. You will be transferred to the Baltra port to embark on Coral I and Coral II.

Santa Cruz (Dragon Hill)
During this excursion you will head for Dragon Hill. After a dry landing, walk to a hypersalinic lagoon behind the beach, occasionally visited by pink flamingos. The trail then leads up to Dragon Hill, which offers a beautiful view of the bay. This area is a nesting site for a large number of land iguanas that where reintroduced by the Charles Darwin Research Station. There is also a bizarre scalesia tree forest.

Santa Cruz (Venice)
Dinghy ride around the islet along the coast of Santa Cruz. The land iguanas that live in Venice were protected from the wild dogs that live on the island. On Santa Cruz it is possible to observe the vegetation and marine animals like: spotted eagle rays and golden rays, mullets, white-tipped reef sharks and Pacific green sea turtles which rest in the calm waters of the coves and channels.

Day 2 - Thursday - Rábida (Jervis)
Wet landing at the dark red-colored beach of volcanic origin frequented by sea lions. It is often considered the geographic center of Galapagos because it has the most diversified volcanic rocks of all the islands.
A short trail leads to a saltwater lagoon, where you will occasionally find flamingos. July thru September is a good time of the year to observe how brown pelicans nest in the salty bushes found at the far side of the salty lagoon. Also to be observed are boobies and nine species of Darwin's finches. Enjoy a dinghy ride by the reefs and an excellent opportunity for snorkeling.

Santiago (Egas Port)
Visit the dark sand beach at Egas Port during a wet landing. Most of the landscape is tuff-stone layers and lava flows, the surrounding area is prime for spotting and observing hunting herons, great blue herons, lava herons, oyster catchers, and the yellow crowned night herons. Enjoy the sight of marine iguanas grazing upon algae beds at low tide sharing space with red sally light-foot crabs. There is a colony of fur sea lions swimming in deep pools of cool water called 'grottos.' On this beach you can swim and snorkel in search of octopuses, sea horses, starfish and other sea life species.

Isabela (Tagus Cove)
This is the largest island in the Galapagos. At Tagus Cove, enjoy a dry landing. You will learn more about the eruption of five volcanoes that flowed together to form this landmass. The marked trail leads to Darwin's saltwater lagoon and an excellent view of the lava fields, scoured with unique volcanic formations. Time allows you to observe marine life from the dinghy. Frequently, visitors see Galapagos penguins at this site. A view of graffiti dating back to the 1800s can help passengers to better appreciate the relationship between the islands and tourism today. Most of the graffiti is believed to be done by pirates and buccaneers.

Day 5 - Sunday - Santa Cruz (Charles Darwin Station)
Travelers will have the chance to investigate the Charles Darwin Research Station in Puerto Ayora, staffed with international scientists conducting biological research and conservation projects. Here you can also admire giant tortoises that are part of the breeding program.

Day 6 - Monday - Española (Suarez Point)
This morning you will enjoy a dry landing at Suarez Point. Upon landing you will learn more about the lava terrain while crossing the inactive lava fields. Aside from the sea lion colonies, this is one of the most important sites for bird-watching. As soon as you step on this island many species can be spotted and observed closely. Among the many species, the hooded mocking bird and red-billed tropic. After crossing the nesting grounds you will reach the world's largest colony of waved albatross (15 000 approx.). From May until December their mating rituals are a highlight of the visit. Nearing the end of this excursion you will visit the famous blowhole, where water shoots into the air at almost 23 mts. (75 ft.).

Española (Gardner Bay)
In the afternoon, you will visit Gardner Bay. Prepare for a wet landing on this white coral beach amidst a large colony of sea lions. This site has no trails therefore hiking is not possible, but it is considered as an open area where you can spot Galapagos Hawks, American oyster catchers, Galapagos doves, hood mockingbirds, three species of Darwin finches, yellow warblers, lava lizards and marine iguanas. Marine Iguanas on the lookout for ecotourists

Marine Iguanas on the lookout for ecotourists

All of these species are endemic to this island. This is a great place for swimming and snorkeling. The best place for this spot is by the rock outcropping that looks like a turtle. Often snorkelers see many of the Galapagos marine species such as: king angelfish, Creole fish, damsel fish, parrot fish, manta rays, white-tipped reef sharks, and many more.

Day 7 - Tuesday - Floreana (Cormorant Point)
Wet landing on a greenish colored sand beach. You will hike a well-marked trail beginning in the Black Mangrove beds heading towards the back of the lagoon. The large, brackish lagoon holds one of the biggest populations of flamingos in the Galapagos. This island is best known for its endemic plant life, such as: the Galapagos millwork, passion flower, and unique button mangrove (one of the four species in Galapagos). Novice snorkelers can practice back on the main beach where the sea lions are playful, while experienced snorkelers can roam the waters around Devils Crown.

Floreana (Post Office)
Located on the north side of Floreana Island, the bay got its name because in 1793, Captain James Colnett installed an empty barrel of rum which works as an informal post box for the sailors who periodically passed through the Galapagos, taking with them letters for their next ports of call or final destinations. Today, our visitors continue the tradition by placing postcards without stamps inside the barrel which reach their destinations free of charge. Sometimes it takes weeks, sometimes months, and sometimes the cards never get there at all! If you want to try this easy mail, please have your post cards and letters ready - it's also a good way to get new Galapagos friends. A short walk from the famous barrel, across typical vegetation of the island, we come to a tunnel formed by lava flows. It's quite a tricky way down to a path where we can observe land birds such as mocking bird of Galapagos, some species of Darwin's finches, yellow warblers and lava lizards.

Have your photo taken with some of your new found friends!

Have your photo taken with some of your new found friends!

Floreana (Mirador de la Baronesa)
After we'll make a wet landing on 'Mirador de la Baronesa.' Your naturalist guide will tell the murder and mystery legend of the Baronesa. This viewpoint is located on the north of the Floreana Island. It is a tuff basalt formation between Cormorant Point and Post Office bay. The climb on the trails is very easy. Steps are placed in this area for security.

Day 8 - Wednesday - North Seymour and Return to Quito
After a dry landing, guests will encounter swallow-tailed gulls and sea lions. This site is also known for being a major nesting colony of blue-footed boobies and the largest colony of the magnificent frigate bird, a different species from the great frigate bird. Travelers will also spot both endemic species of iguanas, the marine iguanas and land iguanas. Passengers will enjoy this relaxed hike around the nesting sites.

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