Embark on a fascinating expeditionary

cruise aboard the Isabela II through the

Galapagos Islands to discover birds and

marine life found nowhere else in the

world; on-board naturalists lead daily

shore excursions for in-depth discoveries

of the unique flora and fauna found here.

This exclusive Tauck cruise, limited to

just 40 guests, will be long remembered!

Tauck Discoveries

Cruise with On-Board Naturalists

Learn about the ornithology, geology and
unique wildlife of the Galapagos from
certified naturalists who provide expert
insights on daily shore excursions.

Charles Darwin Research Center

Discover a treasure trove of natural history
at the Charles Darwin Research Center,
dedicated to marine and terrestrial
conservation within the Galapagos.

Explore Fernandina Island

View one of the world’s oldest volcanoes
while crossing the Equator at Fernandina,
home to hundreds of marine iguanas,
penguins and flightless cormorants.

1. Arrive Guayaquil

Tour departs: Guayaquil Airport one hour
after the arrival of our selected flight(s). As
most flights arrive late in the evening, you
will be met upon arrival and transferred to
your hotel for a good night’s rest.

2. Fly to Baltra /

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Isabela II

Fly to Baltra Island, the embarkation point
for your Galapagos Island cruise aboard
Isabela II. Your shipboard home for the next
seven nights is ideally suited for exploration of
this amazing island archipelago, the remote
breeding grounds for some of the world’s
most unique wildlife. All shore landings will
be made by panga, zodiac-style rafts, on sandy
or rocky beaches, often requiring you to wade
ashore in shallow water. Enjoy an introductory
briefing before setting sail for North Seymour
Island for your first hike ashore; see colonies
of blue-footed boobies, frigate birds, sea lions
and marine iguanas. Join us for the Captain’s
welcome reception and dinner. Meals BLD

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Española (Hood) Island

Visit Hood Island today, home to the only
Galapagos colony of waved albatross. Get
your feet wet on an excursion to Gardner Bay
where you can stroll along the white coral
beach, go snorkeling or ride a glass-bottom
boat around the area’s islets. Take a walk on
the lava terrain of Punta Suarez, viewing
unique sea-bird colonies, marine iguanas and
the island’s famous blowhole. Meals BLD

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Floreana Island

Explore the fascinating history of the island
including Post Office Bay, featuring a “do-it-

yourself” postal service set up by 18th-century
whalers. Discover an olivine beach, pintail ducks,
flamingos and the Devil’s Crown. Meals BLD

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Santa Cruz Island

Visit the Charles Darwin Research Center,
home to the islands’ famous giant tortoises.
Stroll down the main street of Puerto Ayora,
see the prickly-pear cactus forest, Scalesia
forest and the twin pit craters. Meals BLD

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Genovesa (Tower) Island

View diverse bird-life during a visit to
Genovesa; nicknamed “Bird Island,” this
island is home to many unique bird species
including red-footed boobies, Darwin’s
famous finches and frigatebirds. Meals BLD

Cruising the

Galapagos Islands

7-Night Cruise on Isabela II

Guayaquil

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Darwin Research Station

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Equator Crossing

Explore scenic Bartolomé Island...

...and cruise through nature’s paradise.

...and cruise through nature’s paradise.

…discover endemic wildlife…

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and Galapagos penguins. Look for whales
and dolphins as you cruise Bolivar Channel,
and find marine skeletons, giant tortoises and
land iguanas as you walk on an uplifted ocean
floor at Urbina Bay on Isabela. Meals BLD

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Santiago & Bartolomé Islands

Observe marine iguanas, fur sea lions,

pelicans and blue Sally Lightfoot crabs

on the black lava flows of James

Island, before exploring nearby

Bartolomé Island, frequented by

Galapagos penguins. Hike up to

the summit for dramatic views

of the surrounding seascapes,

before taking a panga ride,

glass-bottom boat excursion

or snorkeling adventure

around colossal Pinnacle

Rock. Meals BLD

9. Fly to Guayaquil

Disembark the ship and fly

to Guayaquil. Spend the

afternoon at leisure before

joining us for a farewell

dinner. Meals BD

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Fernandina & Isabela Islands

Explore the lava landscape of Fernandina,
boasting more marine iguanas than any other
island; see flightless cormorants, sea lions

10 Days from $4,290 plus airfare

(9 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches & 8 Dinners)

Begins Guayaquil

Feb 6, 13, 20 Jul 10, 17 Sep 11, 18

Go to www.tauck.com for up-to-the-minute
space availability.

Cruise Price Per Person

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Category C

(Limited)

Cabin Deck, double bed (120 sq. ft.)

Double $4290

Single $7475

Triple N/A

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Category B

Cabin Deck, twin or double bed (142 sq. ft.)

Double $4390

Single $7675

Triple N/A

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Category A

(Owner’s Cabin)

Main Deck, double bed (166 sq. ft.)

Double $4590

Single $8075

Triple N/A

On-tour airfare per person from $295

There are two on-tour flights required for this
journey that must be purchased through
Tauck; see “On-Tour Air” on page 30.

International airfare is additional. Tauck
can book your international air for travel
originating in the United States, subject to
availability; inquire upon booking for special
airfares that may be available.

See page 23 for Isabela II deck plans
and ship specifications.

Cruise Price includes everything outlined
on page 30; Galapagos Nat’l Park entrance
fee ($100); private Tauck shore excursions
with naturalist guides; wine with dinner on
Isabela II; and gratuities to ship staff.
Departure tax is not included.

Note:

This is quite an active journey that includes

a fair amount of walking, often on uneven terrain,
zodiac-style rafts are used for all shore excursions.

Fine Hotels / Great Locations

Night 1

Hilton Cólon Guayaquil
Guayaquil, Ecuador

Night 2-8

Aboard Isabela II
Cruising the Galapagos

Night 9

Hilton Cólon Guayaquil
Guayaquil, Ecuador

Tauck Bridges

offers a Galapagos tour for

families of all ages! Departures: Feb 18;
Mar 11, 18; Apr 8, 15; Jun 10, 17; Jul 1, 8,
22, 29; Aug 12, 19; Dec 23, 30. Call Tauck
Bridges at 866-636-6500 or visit Tauck’s
website at www.tauckbridges.com.

Climb aboard pangas for daily excursions to remote Galapagos Islands

Call your travel agent or Tauck World Discovery at

800-468-2825

www.tauck.com

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Climb aboard pangas for daily excursions to remote Galapagos Islands

10. Journey Home

Tour ends: Guayaquil International Airport
2 1/2 hours before the departure of our
selected flight(s). Persons departing at
other times can take the hotel shuttle to the
airport. Meals B