Galápagos Islands adventure – in Darwin’s footsteps
Small ship expedition in remote archipelagos
AUSTRALIAN GEOGRAPHIC and Hurtigruten Expeditions have partnered to offer you this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Join us on a journey of ecological discovery as we go from Quito, Ecuador in Charles Darwin’s footsteps to experience the natural wonders of the incomparable Galápagos Islands.
All Hurtigruten Expeditions cruises to the Galápagos are carbon neutral and guests will contribute directly to the protection of biodiverse forests in north-western Ecuador, a UNESCO biosphere reserve. Hosted by Chrissie Goldrick, Editor in Chief of Australian Geographic.
Departures & fares
Departs 31 August 2022 aboard small ship MS Santa Cruz II.
From $9989pp twin share
Expedition highlights
● Hosted by Chrissie Goldrick, Editor in Chief of Australian Geographic and member of the Advisory Council of the Australian Geographic Society.
● Additional inclusions and exclusives for Australian Geographic travellers.
● Full day nature tour to Cotopaxi National Park, including lunch.
● Landings, hikes, coastal exploration and activities including kayaking, snorkelling, and our glass-bottom boat.
● Accompanied by Hurtigruten Expeditions’ expert expedition team.
● Citizen science programme allowing you to assist with live scientific research.
● Use of the ship’s Science Centre.
● Begin your adventure with two nights in Quito, one of South America’s most charming capitals. From here we’ll pay a visit to an active volcano, go on a nature walk in stunning surroundings, and experience a vibrant open-air market.
● We fly to the Galápagos to embark MS Santa
● Cruz II – our comfortable and stylish expedition vessel for remote adventures. Here Charles Darwin discovered that several species, including tortoises and land iguanas, evolved differently depending on their habitat. On this science-oriented expedition, we’ll be learning about Darwin’s discoveries and making a few of our own.
● You’ll get closer to the natural wonders with the use of our small expedition boats, kayaks, snorkelling gear and paddleboards. With safety and sustainability always at the core of our operations, our aim is to leave the smallest footprint behind wherever we travel.