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My clients just came back from Costa Rica, they had a great time and everything was as good or better than expected. The whole family appreciated the fact that the entire vacation was planned with the adventures taking place at the beginning of the itinerary, and their beach stay at the end.
Joe and his two daughters just came back from a wonderful Family Adventure Holiday in Costa Rica. Marcelo, you did it again! Everything was perfect, from beginning to end. I feel confident, comfortable and grateful, every time I put my clients in your very capable hands!
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Thank you again for all of your good advice and planning such a great tour for my clients. You may happily use me as a referral!
Wanted to let you know my clients that went to Peru had a wonderful time! Thank you so much for helping me make their trip wonderful! Thanks Again!
Read more “From the first phone call to your company I was hooked”
I want to share my clients’ comments regarding their Ecuador travel arrangements. With comments like these I will continue to direct business your way. Thanks for doing a great job for my valued clients.
Thanks again for helping plan our trip to the Galapagos and Machu Picchu in Peru. We had a wonderful time.
Thanks for putting together a wonderful Peruvian vacation for our group. No words can express the wonders of this beautiful and friendly country. Every minute of our holiday was magical; the guides were great and we all had a fantastic time.
I want to let you know that Mr. and Mrs. K are back from their vacation in Costa Rica and they had a wonderful time. They mentioned that they especially enjoyed their time with Laura, their naturalist guide in Tortuguero as she did an exceptional job!
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I wanted to thank you for the great Costa Rica service received by both of my recent bookings; the H family vacation as well as the S family Spring Break! I will be using you for all my Central and South American travels. Thank You!
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My clients that traveled over spring break; the Hodes to Costa Rica and the Perrys to Belize really enjoyed their stay. Thanks for all your help!
Our Galapagos Trip was great. Thanks for making this vacation the best ever. – Anita Durst
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Just a quick note to report that my clients, the Family of 15, had an awesome time in Peru and have arrived home safe and sound! Thanks for all your help!
My twin and I were overjoyed with every part of our Costa Rica Adventure! Thinking of the unique hotels, fantastic guides, fun activities, yummy food and the incredible weather, I have to say we both want to return to Costa Rica again very soon! Thank you very much!
Our group just returned from their trip to Chile & Argentina and had a fabulous experience. Everything went well, they loved their guides, drivers and all the tours that you booked for them. Especially enjoyed their meals. Thank you for taking amazing care of our guests.
My compliments for another well-orchestrated trip for our mutual clients.. I love Peru so much and was sure your beautiful itinerary would be perfect for them.
Just a few lines to let you know how much my clients enjoyed their trip with your company. They only wished they had allotted more time. Thanks for taking care of them.
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Just wanted to thank you again for all your help. Mr. Lain had an awesome Peru trip. He wants to go back and is working ‘rosetta stone’ to learn Spanish. 600 pictures, video and chitter bites were his treasures upon returning. He said he has lots to share with his students.
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I want you to know that we arrived safely back to the US. Thank you for all of your help with our changes due to the hurricane. We very much enjoyed Manuel Antonio and Arenal and are sorry that we missed Monteverde. Our guide, Homer, was terrific and we really enjoyed his knowledge and camaraderie.
Thank you for your follow up yesterday. Later in the day I heard from the Young’s and they really liked the tour and arrangements. Looking forward to working with you again in the future..
My son and I truly enjoyed the Peru Holiday Adventure you guys put together for us. I have shared my pictures from Machu Picchu with my clients and they all say that Machu Picchu is on their Bucket List. Thanks for a great travel experience!
Our Trip to Peru was Amazing, there are NO WORDS to describe what we saw or did. The Tour Guides and the drivers were AWESOME. The local people were great and very helpful when we needed. We feel very comfortable recommending your services, there was NOT One thing that went Wrong! Everything was Great!
Mr. and Mrs. Ray and Mr. Juliano recently returned from their Machu Picchu and Galapagos personal expedition. They very much enjoyed the personalized services your company planned for them; in fact we have other clients looking to do the same itinerary, we will keep you posted.
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Hi Marcelo, the Bazants had a wonderful time in Ecuador and Panama, they were very impressed with your services and rest assured we will use your company again. Thanks again!
Everything was perfect, like clockwork, by far the most amazing vacation I have ever had, you will be hearing from me again!
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I just wanted to contact you after the AC Family trip in Costa Rica. Thank you again to have organized it, it was wonderful and the kids loved it. the weather was nice and we saw a lot of animals especially in Cano Negro!
The Klein’s just returned from the trip to Costa Rica and had a fabulous experience. Everything went well, they loved the driver and all the tours that you booked for them. Thank you for always taking amazing care of our guests.
Thank you so much for helping us on this trip! The Red Mangrove was very accommodating and helpful to the enjoyment of our Galapagos trip. Never had an issue. Best people!
I just wanted to share my clients’ comments with you on their trip to Peru over the Christmas holiday. They are well traveled and always give me input. I certainly will use your services again thanks to a job well done. Thank you and may we both have a prosperous new year.
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Thank you so much for all you did with the Jenkins and their Peru Getaway. They really enjoyed it very much!!! She stated that everything was wonderful.
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Thanks for the really great trip. Everything was stellar from the transfers, hotels and excursions.
Our clients, the R family just returned from their Peru vacation, they were very pleased with all the travel arrangements and they said their trip coordination was spectacular. Thank you very much once more since we always know our clients are in very good hands with EcoAmerica Tours.
Read more “A wonderful Father & Son Adventure in the Jungles of Costa Rica!”
We toured the Doka coffee plantation and La Paz Waterfall gardens with Homer, and we were treated to way more than we could have imagined. Great knowledge of local flora, fauna, history, and a wonderful person overall. A wonderful day in the cloud forest!
My clients just returned from Panama and loved it, thank you!
I just talked to the Miller’s. They had a wonderful time with all your arrangements. Everything went perfectly, just as you explained. They were very pleased. I want to thank you and hope to have to opportunity to work with you again. Your organization of the trip was perfect. Thanks for your attention to detail.
Thank you for everything! EcoAmerica did a fabulous job. Always on time and we never had one delay or problem with anything on the trip. Amazing. Take care and many thanks for all you did to make this adventure AWESOME!
Hello EcoAmerica Tours Team; Just wanted to say thank you very much for a job well done. My clients came to see me today, they said everything worked as planned. They had wonderful guides, very knowledgeable, courteous, and polite. Hotels were great. They enjoyed the trip immensely. Take care.
My clients just returned from Peru and could not say more about the experience they had. Marc, you knocked it out of the park. Thank-you.
EcoAmerica Tours put together a one of a kind trip for me that I took in June/July 2015. I traveled alone and I am a young female. I felt safe and had each day of my vacation planned out for me with a guide and a driver at minimal cost.
The T. family just returned, they had a wonderful time in Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.. They all got home with great memories of their Peru Holiday. They loved it! Thank you so much for all your help
A big thank you to my BDM Marc for setting this up and the awesome support from Erin and the whole Eco-America Staff.
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We loved all the excursions. The guides were great and The Turtle Inn Beachfront Resort in Placencia was extraordinary. Thank You Barbara and Thank You EcoAmerica Tours for putting together a wonderful, beach family vacation.
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Discover the Galapagos Islands on an unforgettable 8 day journey aboard the M/C Archipel I, a spacious and stable catamaran designed for comfort and exploration. Read More
Itinerary A offers an immersive experience, visiting some of the archipelago’s most iconic and ecologically diverse islands. From dramatic volcanic landscapes to pristine beaches and vibrant marine life, each stop reveals the unique biodiversity that makes the Galapagos a true natural wonder. With expert naturalist guides, daily excursions, and ample opportunities for snorkeling, hiking, and wildlife observation, this cruise promises an enriching adventure from Monday to Monday.
In summary, your Galapagos Cruise will take you on a journey visiting (*):
| MON | am | Arrival at San Cristobal Airport and Transfer to the boat |
| pm | Interpretation Center and Frigatebird Hill | |
| TUE | am | Santa Fe |
| pm | South Plaza | |
| WED | am | North Seymour |
| pm | Chinese Hat | |
| THU | am | Twin Craters – El Chato Reserve |
| pm | Fausto Llerena Breeding Center | |
| FRI | am | Moreno Point: Isabela Island |
| pm | Urbina Bay: Isabela Island | |
| SAT | am | Espinoza Point: Fernandina |
| pm | Vicente Roca Point: Isabela | |
| SUN | am | Puerto Egas: Santiago |
| pm | Rabida | |
| MON | am | Black Turtle Cove: Santa Cruz |
| Transfer to Baltra Airport for departure |
In San Cristobal
AM: Arrival at San Cristobal airport
Upon arrival at San Cristobal Airport, you will pass through an inspection point to ensure that no foreign plants or animals are introduced to the islands. You will also be required to pay the Galapagos National Park entrance fee of $200, unless it has been prepaid. A guide will meet you, assist with your luggage, and accompany you on a short bus ride to the harbor.
PM: Interpretation Centre and Frigatebird Hill: San Cristobal
The Interpretation Center, located just outside the provincial capital of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, offers an excellent introduction to the unique Galapagos archipelago. Its engaging and comprehensive exhibits provide a clear overview of the islands and explain what makes them so extraordinary. Informative panels in both English and Spanish, along with photos, documents, models, and life-like dioramas, present the history, ecology, and ongoing conservation efforts of the islands in an accessible and visually compelling way.
A short but often hot uphill trail with steps leads from the Interpretation Center to the summit of Frigatebird Hill. Along the way, four panoramic viewpoints offer sweeping views of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno and the bays on both sides of the headland. On clear days, you can even spot the distant offshore formation of Kicker Rock. These wooded hilltops are among the few places where magnificent and great frigatebirds nest together in a mixed breeding colony.
AM: Santa Fe
Located in the southeastern part of the Galapagos, Santa Fe Island was formed by tectonic uplift rather than volcanic activity, which accounts for its relatively flat landscape. Some theories suggest that it may be the oldest island in the archipelago. Santa Fe is home to several endemic species, including the Galapagos hawk, Galapagos snake, Galapagos mockingbird, rice rats, and one of the two species of land iguanas found in the islands. After disembarking in the island’s beautiful, clear waters, you will encounter one of its many sea lion colonies. Along the trail, you can observe salt bushes and giant prickly pear cacti, which are examples of the island gigantism common on remote oceanic islands.
PM: South Plaza
South Plaza is located to the east of Santa Cruz Island and forms part of a pair of islands known as Islas Plazas. Despite its small size, it is home to some of the most fascinating and unique species in the Galapagos. The land iguanas on South Plaza are smaller than those found on other islands. The island also hosts several hybrid iguanas, the result of crossbreeding between marine and land iguanas. These hybrids are easily recognizable by their black or grey coloration, the crest of a land iguana, and the facial features and tail of a marine iguana. The large iguana population is supported by an abundance of prickly pear cacti, their preferred food. Along the rugged cliffs, swallow-tailed gulls nest alongside other seabirds such as Audubon shearwaters, red-billed tropicbirds, frigatebirds, and brown pelicans.
AM: North Seymour
Seymour is an uplifted island (rather than volcanic) and is therefore relatively flat and scattered with boulders. It provides excellent nesting sites for a large population of magnificent frigatebirds. Blue-footed boobies can be seen performing their courtship dances in the open areas, while swallow-tailed gulls perch along the cliff edges. Despite the powerful surf that often pounds the outer shore, sea lions haul out onto the beach and can sometimes be seen bodysurfing in the waves.
PM: Chinese Hat
Chinese Hat is a 52-meter (170-foot) high volcanic cone that forms a small islet just off the rocky coast of Santiago Island. A small colony of Galapagos penguins has settled here. Approaching Chinese Hat from the north, it becomes clear how the islet got its name. This is an excellent place to learn about volcanic features such as lava bombs and lava tunnels. Visitors will arrive just in time to witness how this seemingly barren islet is gradually being colonized by pioneer species. Beautiful white coral sand beaches and holes in the eroding lava fields fill with lava sand, allowing plants to take root. Galapagos sea lions and numerous marine iguanas help fertilize the area, creating favorable conditions for hardy newcomers like saltbush and the sesuvium carpet.
AM: Twin Craters and El Chato Reserve: Santa Cruz
The native Scalesia forest of El Chato Tortoise Reserve is the best place to observe Galapagos giant tortoises in their most authentic setting. While the breeding centers guarantee sightings of tortoises in their corrals, nothing compares to seeing them in the wild. Though the area can be moist and muddy, your visit may become an adventurous quest, especially when the tortoises quietly leave their favorite pond.
The Twin Craters, located on either side of the road leading to Puerto Ayora, are impressive geological formations. These are not true volcanic craters but were formed by magma domes that hardened on the outside while lava continued flowing inside. This process left large empty magma chambers that eventually collapsed, creating two large holes. The craters lie within a lush Scalesia cloud forest, a high-altitude plant species endemic to the Galapagos. This area is also home to the carpenter finch, known for using tools to find food, and you may also spot the vermilion flycatcher, a small red-breasted bird.
PM: Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre: Santa Cruz
At this site, you can observe tortoises originating from various islands of the archipelago. They participate in the captive breeding program and are later released to help repopulate areas where their numbers have declined. The land iguanas of Santa Cruz, Isabela, and North Seymour are also part of a captive breeding program, as their populations have been threatened by feral dogs.
One of the main attractions is the famous embalmed Lonesome George, estimated to have died between 93 and 109 years old. He is recognized as the last of his kind and a powerful symbol of conservation efforts for endangered species. The captive tortoises are accustomed to visitors, making this an excellent spot for photos
AM: Moreno Point: Isabela
Moreno Point is located on the north coast of Isabela Island, between the volcanoes Sierra Negra and Cerro Azul. The trail follows a solidified pahoehoe lava flow leading to a complex of coastal lagoons. Its main attractions are the various bird species that inhabit the lakes and surrounding mangroves.
PM: Urbina Bay: Isabela
Urbina Bay is located along the west coast of Isabela Island, between Elizabeth Bay and Tagus Cove, near the base of Alcedo Volcano. In 1954, a major geological uplift caused the shoreline to expand about three quarters of a mile outward. Here, you can find corals, shells, and many other calcareous organisms exposed above the water. Urbina Bay is home to large and colorful land iguanas as well as giant tortoises from the Alcedo Volcano population. Many Darwin finches can also be seen in the area.
AM: Espinoza Point: Fernandina
Fernandina is the third-largest island in the archipelago and has a single visitor site: Punta Espinoza, located at the northeastern tip of the island. Marine iguanas gather here in larger groups than on any other island. They bask on the sand, swim near the shore, and sometimes block the way at the landing dock. Among the unique species found here is the flightless cormorant. This bird has adapted its way of survival by perfecting its skills for finding food in the ocean. Its wings, tail, and feet have progressively evolved for swimming. Seeing these birds is like witnessing evolution happening right before your eyes.
PM: Vicente Roca Point: Isabela
While having lunch, we will cross the Bolivar Channel for the last time to Vicente Roca Point, located at the mouth of Isabela’s seahorse-shaped coastline. As you enter a dark cave beneath a spectacular arch, the roaring echoes of the waves will accompany you. Just around the corner, the collapsed amphitheater of Volcan Ecuador offers another impressive view. The calmer waters of the coves are well protected from the ocean swell and, although fairly cold, provide an excellent spot for snorkeling among various species, including sharks, penguins, pufferfish, and even seahorses.
AM: Egas Port: Santiago
Puerto Egas is a black sand beach located on the west side of Santiago Island. The beach’s unique black sand is formed from volcanic tuff deposits, making it one of the island’s main attractions. The site is named after Hector Egas, who once attempted to exploit salt here. However, the project failed because salt prices on the mainland were too low to justify its extraction in the Galapagos. As a result, the project was abandoned, and the infrastructure was left behind.
PM: Rabida
Rabida Island is unique for the striking red color of its rocks and sand. The volcanic material here is very porous, and external factors such as rain, saltwater, and sea breeze have acted as oxidizing agents, creating the island’s distinctive hue. A short walk along a trail leads to a coastal lagoon behind the beach, where you can observe land birds such as finches, doves, yellow warblers, and mockingbirds. The lagoon is also home to a colony of flamingos.
AM: Black Turtle Cove: Santa Cruz
After breakfast, you will check out and disembark from the cruise for the last time at 8:30 am.
Your final adventure is brief but enchanting and takes place en route to the airport. Aboard a dinghy, you will explore the lush landscape of Black Turtle Cove, mostly composed of mangrove trees that provide habitat for countless aerial and aquatic species. Observe the calm emerald lagoon and surrounding shallow bays, which make it easy to spot sea turtles as well as groups of sharks.
The visit concludes with disembarkation at 9:00 am on Baltra Island, followed by a transfer to Baltra Airport at 9:30 am, marking the official end of your cruise adventure.
