Galápagos — West & Central Islands aboard the Eden

This eight-day small-group holiday with G Adventures explores the central and west islands of the Galápagos aboard the Eden, a motorised yacht designed with comfort in mind. The voyage visits Santa Cruz, where you may encounter giant land tortoises in their natural habitat. On Isabela Island, flightless cormorants and penguins share volcanic landscapes, with views over saltwater craters and volcanoes adding dramas to the scenery.

Fernandina Island hosts the largest marine iguana colony in the archipelago, a spectacle best seen up close. Snorkelling opportunities at Puerto Egas and North Seymour offer glimpses of blue-footed boobies, manta rays, and whitetip reef sharks in their aquatic realm. Daily excursions from the yacht are led by a certified Galápagos National Park Service Guide ensuring insight and safety. The journey includes internal flights and all transfers between destinations. Note that wet and dry landings require good mobility, and cabin noise levels may vary depending on location aboard the Eden.

Travellers will find the pace accommodating, with time for photography and quiet observation alongside social dining of fresh local meals on board. The tour begins and ends in Ecuador, combining the natural wonders of the Galápagos islands with the expertise of a dedicated small-group operator.