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7 days MS Santa Cruz Il 23 departures from 2 April 2024 to 18 March 2025 GALAPAGOS ISLANDS EXPEDITION CRUISE - ICONIC WILDLIFE & SUBLIME SCENERY Join us on a journey of ecological discovery as we set out from Quito, Ecuador, to expe- rience the natural wonders of the incompa- rable Galapagos Islands. Beautiful Quito Quito is one of South America’s most alluring capitals and a World Heritage City of graceful Spanish-era architecture, packed with cosy restaurants and artisanal shops. With two overnights here, you'll have time to taste delicious Ecuadorian specialities and stroll through colourful markets brimming with local handicrafts. You'll visit Quito’s historic centre on a guided tour and go to the ‘Middle of the World City’ where you can stand with one foot on either side of the Equator. Darwin's islands of evolution Your expedition cruise begins after a flight from Quito to Baltra Island in Galapagos. The Galapagos Islands are famed for their association with the evolutionary theorist Charles Darwin. Our western itinerary calls at Isabela and Floreana, two of the four islands he visited as well as the volcanic island of Fernandina, and the centrally located Santa Cruz Island. The landings take in a wide array of ecosystems and picturesque landscapes, and offer great opportunities for seeing wildlife such as sea lions, turtles, marine iguanas, giant tortoises, flamingos, Nazca and Red-footed Boobies, and Darwin's iconic finches. Your ship, MS Santa Cruz Il, is one of the few vessels operating in Galapagos that comes equipped with a full range of exploration tools, including panga boats, kayaks, snorkelling gear, stand-up paddleboards and even a glass-bottom boat.
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