Cormorant Luxury Catamaran
Cormorant Luxury Catamaran
The Galapagos luxury catamaran Cormorant combines high quality of services with excellent pricing making your Galapagos experience an affordable luxury vacation.
The modern and ample accommodation includes jacuzzi, huge sun deck and a private balcony for each of the spacious staterooms.
The luxury Cormorant is ideal for a private family adventure since we personally have handpicked all crew members and naturalist guides; make sure that one of our travel experts will assist you with the process of chartering the boat making your booking experience stress free.
If you prefer in small groups and not to charter the boat we can also accommodate your travel interest.
The boat features:
- Private Balconies
- Huge Sundeck and Jacuzzi
- Large Suites Available
- Interconnected Cabins
- Quality Control Manager
- Al fresco dining
DAY 1: SATURDAY (SANTA CRUZ ISLAND)
In the morning: Baltra Airport Arrival
Morning flight from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra, Galapagos Islands.
You will arrive at Baltra Island in the morning. After passing through immigration and baggage claim, you will be met by a
Cormorant I staff member and transferred to the yacht. You will be shown to your cabin where you will have some time to settle in
before lunch and a welcome briefing.
In the afternoon: Bachas Beach
Bachas Beach is located on the north shore of Santa Cruz and is a beach for swimming. One of the few remnants of the U.S. World
War II presence in the Galapagos, a floating pier, can be seen here. You may see flamingos, Sally Lightfoot crabs, hermit crabs,
black-necked stilts, and whimbrels. Sea turtles also nest on the beach.
DAY 2: SUNDAY (GENOVESA ISLAND)
In the morning: El Barranco
El Barranco, also known as Prince Phillip’s Steps, is a steep, rocky path that leads up a high cliff rock face. A marvelous view can
be appreciated from here. This site is also home to Palo Santo vegetation as well as red-footed boobies, short-eared owls,
Galapagos storm petrels, and Galapagos doves.
In the afternoon: Darwin Bay
Visit the white-sand coral beach of Darwin Bay which includes a half mile trail (0,75km) that winds through mangroves filled with
land birds. Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, and swallow-tailed gulls, which can easily be spotted here. Further down the path
we’ll find tidal pools where sea lions swim playfully. At the end is a spectacular view of a cliff.
DAY 3: MONDAY (SOUTH PLAZA AND SANTA FE ISLANDS)
In the morning: South Plaza Island
This small island with steep cliffs was formed by rising lava and is now covered by Opuntia cacti. It is also home to one of the
largest sea lion colonies as well as colorful yellow and red land iguanas. The most characteristic plant is the Sesuvium. During the
rainy season its color is a greenish to yellowish tone and in the dry season (end of June through January) a bright red.
In the afternoon: Santa Fé Island
Santa Fe Island (Barrington) is home to the small picturesque bay and anchorage on the island’s northeast coast. The bay has two
visitor trails: one leading to a scenic viewpoint atop a cliff, and the other spanning from a small beach to a tall prickly pear cactus
forest.
DAY 4: TUESDAY (SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND)
In the morning: Pitt Point
Pitt Point, situated on the north-eastern tip of the San Cristobal island, hosts frigate birds, storm petrels, and all three types of
booby birds: the Nazca, blue-footed and red-footed boobies. A steep trail goes up a cliff and through a ravine leading visitors to an
area with an abundance of birds.
In the afternoon: Witch Hill
Located on the northern coast, this eroded hill and its surroundings present one of the most picturesque beaches in the Galapagos
with its white powdery sand and the abundance of animals. Wildlife includes sea turtles, rays, and various types of booby birds.
The clear water provides an excellent opportunity for enjoying swimming and snorkeling.
DAY 5: WEDNESDAY (SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND)
In the morning: David Rodriguez Breeding Center “La Galapaguera”
Breeding Center David Rodriguez - “La Galapaguera”, in Cerro Colorado, is a new visitor site in the southeast part of San Cristobal
Island and can now be reached in roughly one hour by road from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. On the trees and shrubs surrounding
the site, you may see land birds like warblers, finches and mockingbirds. Giant tortoises can be observed on the trails. They live
there wild but in a protected area to ensure their survival by sealing them off from introduced predators like pigs and goats.
Afterwards: Lobos Island
You will take an excursion to Lobos Island which means “Sea Lion Island.” This appropriately named island is ripe with noisy,
playful, jolly sea lions who will welcome you to their home with open, well, fins. This island also offers great snorkeling opportunities
as well as the chance to see blue-footed and Nazca boobies.
In the afternoon: Kicker Rock
This striking rock formation is located a couple hours off the western shore of San Cristobal. Jutting out of the water, the rocks
stand vertically at hundreds of feet above the ocean divided by a small channel. Although there are no landing areas, kayaking and
dinghy rides allow visitors to spot a variety of marine life.
DAY 6: THURSDAY (ESPAÑOLA ISLAND)
In the morning: Suarez Point
On the trail to Suarez Point you will have the chance to spot blue-footed boobies, albatrosses, and Nazca boobies. This island is
the breeding site of nearly all of the world’s 12,000 pairs of waved albatrosses. You will also visit a beautiful site on the ocean front
where there is a cliff that the large albatrosses use as a launching pad! You will have the chance to see the famous blowhole that
spurts sea water into the air. The landscape is great for photography.
In the afternoon: Gardner Bay, Gardner Islet & Osborn Islet
This excursion takes you to the spectacular Gardner Bay. After landing, you can walk across a lovely white-sand beach amongst a
busy sea lion colony or dive into the water to swim with sea lion pups. You may also see curious mockingbirds on the beach.
DAY 7: FRIDAY (FLOREANA ISLAND)
In the morning: Post Office Bay
You will land on a beach and head to a spot where 18th century whalers placed a wooden barrel used as an unofficial mail box. The
custom continues to this day with Galapagos visitors. So, don’t forget your postcards, and don’t be surprised if the post card
arrives to its destination before you even get home!
Afterwards: Baroness Viewing Point
Baroness Viewing Point is a fantastic place to absorb the environment of the Galapagos. Once inhabited by an indulgent baroness
and her three lovers, the history of this island is intriguing. The legends about this baroness are associated with a fascinating
murder mystery. There are easy trails in this area for exploring the flora and fauna of Floreana
In the afternoon: Cormorant Point
Cormorant Point hosts a large flamingo lagoon where other birds such as common stilts and white-cheeked pintails can also be
seen. The beaches on this island are distinct: The Green Beach is named so due to its green color, which comes from a high
percentage of olivine crystals in the sand, and the Flour Sand Beach is composed of white coral.
Afterwards: Champion Islet
Champion Islet, named after the whaler Andrew Champion, is a small island located just offshore Floreana Island in the southern
part of the Archipelago. Considered as one of the most beautiful places on Galapagos for all snorkeling and diving fans and an
excellent opportunity for dolphin watching.
DAY 8: SATURDAY (SANTA CRUZ ISLAND)
In the morning: Twin Craters
You will visit the Twin Craters located opposite to each other on both sides of the road leading from Puerto Ayora to Baltra. The
name is only figurative; not real craters, these formations were created by the collapse of surface material in underground fissures
and chambers. The view is breathtaking.
Afterwards: Baltra Airport Departure
After this final visit, you will be transferred to the Baltra airport in time for your flight back to the mainland.
Day 1: Saturday, SANTA CRUZ ISLAND
In the morning: Baltra Airport Arrival
Morning flight from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra, Galapagos Islands. After passing through immigration and baggage claim, you will
be met by a Cormorant I staff member and brought into a private bus to start your adventure in Galapagos
Afterwards: Highlands
Accessible by bus from Puerto Ayora, the highlands of Santa Cruz are a deep green which contrast beautifully with the dry, lower
part of the islands. The predominant vegetation in the highlands are Scalesia trees which create a lush green forest. The lava
tunnels, over half a mile long, are underground and walking through them is a unique, surreal experience. At this place you’ll have
lunch.
In the afternoon: Fausto Llerena Breeding Center
You will visit “Fausto Llerena” Tortoise Breeding Center in Puerto Ayora, where giant tortoises are bred in captivity. This is home to
tortoises ranging from 3-inches (new hatchlings) to 4-feet long adults. Subspecies of the giant tortoises interact with one another,
and many of the older tortoises are accustomed to humans stretching out their heads for a photo opportunity. The babies are kept
until they are about four years-old and strong enough to survive on their own.
Day 2: Sunday, ISABELA ISLAND
In the morning: Tintoreras Islet
Tintoreras Islet, located a short distance from Puerto Villamil, is home to a great variety of wildlife. Its turquoise, crystalline waters
are inhabited by white-tip reef sharks, Galapagos penguins, marine turtles and sea lions. One of its beaches surrounded by
mangroves is one of the few sites where marine iguanas can reproduce successfully.
Afterwards: Sierra Negra Volcano
Visit to the Sierra Negra Volcano, which is the largest basaltic caldera in the Galapagos with a diameter of 6.2 miles (10 km). The
site offers impressive views and the opportunity to observe up to seven species of finches and a rich display of vegetation. The
north side of the caldera provides evidence of its most recent volcanic activity in 2005.
In the afternoon: Wetlands
The Wetlands of Isabela Island are located just outside of Puerto Villamil. They consist of lagoons, swamps, and mangroves and are
home to a variety of unique bird species such as common stilts, whimbrels, white-cheeked pintails, and gallinules. The Wetlands
can be visited on foot via a path through the swamps.
Afterwards: Arnaldo Tupiza Breeding Center
Arnaldo Tupiza Breeding Center is located about one mile (1.5 km) from Puerto Villamil. Here, tortoise populations from South
Isabela, Sierra Negra Volcano, Cerro Azul, Cazuela, Cinco Cerros,
Day 3: Monday, ISABELA ISLAND
In the morning: Moreno Point
Moreno Point is located southwest of Elizabeth Bay. Here a dry landing onto what was once flowing lava is possible. The lava has
left craters in its wake which formed crystal tide pools. By looking into the pools, you can peer into another world as the marine life
drifts by your window. In the brackish pools of this area, you may see pink flamingos, white-cheeked pintails, and common
gallinules. If you look carefully into the pools, you may see white-tip reef sharks and some sea turtles.
In the afternoon: Elizabeth Bay
Elizabeth Bay is located on the east coast of Isabela Island. The bay contains many islets, which can be visited by dinghy. Penguins
and blue-footed boobies can be spotted on the rocky islets. With an abundance of marine life and clear water, the area is perfect
for snorkeling and viewing schools of colorful fish, sea lions, and perhaps even sharks.
Day 4: Tuesday, FERNANDINA AND ISABELA ISLANDS
In the morning: Espinoza Point
Crossing the Bolivar Channel that divides Isabela and Fernandina Islands, you will land at Espinoza Point, and after walking past a
colony of marine iguanas and a group of sea lions, you will reach the island’s highlight: the flightless cormorant nesting site. This
area also provides a great opportunity to see the Galapagos hawk.
In the afternoon: Vicente Roca Point
Comprised of two separate coves, Vicente Roca Point is a large bay with spectacular sea life. Keep an eye out for seahorses, sea
turtles, and the strange yet fascinating Mola mola (or sun fish) while you snorkel.
Day 5: Wednesday, SANTIAGO ISLAND
In the morning: Egas Port
Egas Port, also known as James Bay, on Santiago Island is home to the curious Galapagos hawks and quick-footed Galapagos
lava lizards. The trail leads to the coastline with gorgeous tide pools and grottos full of fauna. Here the Galapagos furseals bathe in
the sun. This is also a great snorkeling site.
In the afternoon: Espumilla Beach
In Espumilla Beach marine iguanas lounge and the Sally Lightfoot crabs attract the hunting herons performing the dance of
predator and prey right before your eyes. Snorkeling is highly recommended as you could come face to face with an octopus,
moray eel, shark and a variety of other species of tropical fish.
Afterwards: Buccaneer Cove
Buccaneer Cove is a testament to the fact that Santiago Island was once a refuge for British buccaneers. These pirates would
anchor in the protected bay to make repairs and stock up on tortoise meat among other things. The steep cliffs, where hundreds of
seabirds perch in front of the dark red sand beach, are a magnificent site.
Day 6: Thursday, BARTHOLOMEW AND SANTIAGO ISLANDS
In the morning: Pinnacle Rock
You will head to Bartholomew Island where the famous Pinnacle Rock is found. Bartholomew consists of an extinct volcano with a
variety of red, orange, black and even green volcanic formations. We will take a trail of stairs to the summit of the volcano (about 30
or 40 minutes) where you will enjoy one of the best views of the islands! You will also visit a small, beautiful beach surrounded by
the only vegetation found on this barren island. The beach is perfect for snorkeling where you may even see and swim with
Galapagos penguins.
In the afternoon: Sullivan Bay
You will visit Sullivan Bay located on the southeast part of Santiago. This place is interesting for its geology because the area is
covered by lava flows. This place has elevations in the form of small volcanoes formed by the lava flows.
Day 7: Friday, SANTIAGO AND SANTA CRUZ ISLANDS
In the morning: Chinese Hat Islet
This small islet is located near the southeast coast of Santiago Island. Its name comes from the distinct shape of the islet’s summit.
Chinese Islet is a great location to view many geological formations such as lava tunnels and lava flows. Some of the lava flows
were formed underwater and subsequently raised above sea level. The presence of coral heads on the lava flow indicates this
phenomenon.
In the afternoon: Dragon Hill
The visitors’ site at Dragon Hill is located in northwestern Santa Cruz Island and consists of a 1,600 m long trail that runs through
three different environments. The beach is very rocky. At high tide it’s a nice place for snorkeling. At this visiting site you can find
vegetation of the typical intertidal zone and dry zone.
Day 8: Saturday, NORTH SEYMOUR ISLAND
In the morning: North Seymour
In North Seymour you may see Galapagos sea lions, blue-footed boobies, and magnificent frigate birds which are abundant on this
island. North Seymour was formed by a series of submarine lava flows containing layers of sediment that were uplifted by tectonic
activity. The island is characterized by its arid vegetation zone.
Afterwards: Baltra Airport Departure
After this final visit, you will be transferred to the Baltra airport in time for your flight back to the mainland.
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| STATEROOMS | $ 6.550 |
$ 4.165 |
$ 3.090 |
| SUITES | $ 7.120 |
$ 4.470 |
$ 3.400 |
| CHARTER | $ 97.800 |
$ 62.200 |
$ 46.160 |
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