Treasure of Galapagos Liveaboard, Galapagos Islands
First-class facilities, smooth sailing, and three exciting Galapagos itineraries to choose from
per person
per person
Overview
- Exceptional facilities including Jacuzzi and cabins with private balconies
- Wildlife encounters with penguins, marine iguanas, sea lions and giant tortoises
- Three itineraries cruising the most exciting areas in the Galapagos
- World-class service from a passionate crew and naturalist guide
Treasure of Galapagos sets a new standard in luxury cruising with unsurpassed five-star service and a sophisticated ambience. This catamaran is especially spacious and stable, offering smooth sailing and plenty of room to relax, even during longer passages. You’ll spend your days enjoying sumptuous creature comforts and outdoor adventure, with hiking, snorkelling, and zodiac tours on offer. And combine two or more itineraries for an unforgettable Galapagos cruising experience - safe in the knowledge that no matter how long your trip, you'll feel perfectly relaxed with plenty of personal attention.
- Number of cabins:9
- Internet:NO
- Nitrox:NO
- Equipment rental:NO
- Group booking discounts
Choose your trip
- 5Oct 20247D / 6N
Itinerary C
0 divesfrom $5,175Overview
7 days / 6 nights0No experience requiredTravel insurance requiredTransfer details
Departure
05 Oct 2024
09:30 AM
Baltra
Baltra Airport: GPS
Return
11 Oct 2024
09:00 AM
Baltra
Baltra Airport: GPS
What's included
- Meals and snacks
- Water, tea and coffee
- Towels and toiletries
- Snorkeling gear
- Snorkeling guide
- Land excursions
- Naturalist Guide
- Taxes
What's not included
- Travel and health insurance
- National park fee - US$200 per person
To be paid in advance or onboardOptional Extras
- Single supplement - 25%
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks
- Soft drinks
- Domestic flights
To be booked in advance or paid onboardHighlights
- Witness the unparalleled biodiversity that inspired Charles Darwin
- Be informed and chaperoned by National Park Accredited guides
- Snorkel amongst rays, reef sharks and marine iguanas
- See endemic penguins, fur seals, marine iguanas and giant tortoises
- Spot blue-footed, red-footed and Nazca boobies
- The archipelago’s largest concentration of American flamingos
- Wander around the the Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre
Day 1: Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, you will pass through an airport inspection point to ensure that no foreign plants or animals are introduced to the islands, as well as to pay the park entrance fee (unless it has been prepaid). A guide will meet you, help you collect your luggage, and escort you on a short bus ride to the harbour. In the afternoon, we will visit the Fausto Llerena breeding centre, Santa Cruz. The main attractions are the national park information centre, the Van Staelen Exhibition Hall, the Breeding and Rearing Centre for young tortoises, and adult Galapagos tortoises in captivity.Day 2: This morning we will disembark to the appropriately named Eden Islet. On its coast you will observe land iguanas and sea lions soaking up the sun, as well as seabirds feeding in the nearby mangrove forests. It is a perfect location for swimming activities, as the clear and calm waters will allow you to snorkel along tropical fish, rays, and two species of sharks. Alternatively, a kayak ride would be a memorable experience. In the afternoon, we will head to Dragon Hill, Santa Cruz. The visitor site at Dragon Hill has been open for visits since 1993 and consists of a trail that leads to a hyper-saline lagoon behind the beach, frequented by flamingos, pintail ducks and other species of birds. There is also a short walk to the hill, which offers a beautiful view of the bay.Day 3: Hike, snorkel and kayak around Tintoreras - a collection of small islets off the coast of Isabela, named after the Spanish word for whitetip reef sharks due to the prevalence of this species in the shallow surrounding waters. In the afternoon, we will land in Puerto Villamil, to visit the Flamingos Lagoon before following a trail to The Wall of Tears which was built out of enormous blocks of lava by prisoners incarcerated on the island. There are a number of interesting sites along this route, such as the cerro Orchilla, El Estero, Poza Escondida, Playa del Amor and Pozas Verdes.Day 4: This morning we will visit Punta Moreno, located on the north coast of Isabela Island between the volcano Sierra Negra and Cerro Azul volcano. The trail runs along a lava flow into a complex of coastal lagoons, its main attraction are several species of birds which can be found around these lakes and mangroves. The afternoon will be spent touring the cliffs of Tagus Cove in a zodiac, which will give visitors a good chance to see the Galapagos penguin, the flightless cormorant and other sea birds. From the landing dock it is about a 30 minute hike along the trail up to the top of the cliff from where you can view Darwin Lake, an uplifted ultra-saline lake saltier than the sea. Look carefully at the graffiti on the surrounding cliffs of the cove, it has been written by pirates, whalers and buccaneers in past centuries.Day 5: In the morning, we will dock at Punta Espinoza on Fernandina. Marine iguanas can be seen in large groups here, along with the flightless cormorant. Whilst having lunch we will cross the Bolivar Channel for the last time to Vicente Roca Point. Just around the corner the collapsed amphitheatre of Volcan Ecuador offers another impressive view. The calmer waters of the coves are well-protected against the ocean swell and are a fairly cold, but great place for snorkelling amongst various species of shark, penguins, pufferfish and seahorses.Day 6: This morning we will explore the black beach of Puerto Egas, located on Santiago Island. In the afternoon, you will get to witness the contrasting colour of Rábida Island - famous for the red coloured rocks and sand. A short walk along a trail leads us to a coastal lagoon behind the beach where doves, yellow warblers and mockingbirds can be seen. At the lagoon there is a colony of flamingos.Day 7: This morning will be spent at Las Bachas, Santa Cruz. These two small beaches are found to the West of Turtle Cove. Their sand is made of decomposed coral, which makes it white and soft, making it a favourite nesting site for sea turtles. Behind one of the beaches there is a small brackish water lagoon, where occasionally is possible to observe flamingos and other coastal birds, such as black-necked stilts and whimbrels. The other beach is longer, but it has two old barges that were abandoned during the Second World War, when the USA used Baltra Island as a strategic point to protect the Panama Channel. You will then transfer out to Baltra Airport.
Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.Payment & cancellation terms
- 90 - 61 days prior to departure - 20% penalty fee.
- 60 days or less prior to departure - 100% penalty fee.
Payment policy20% deposit - required to secure reservation.
80% balance - due 60 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 60 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.Cancellation policySpecial offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.2 spaces left - 15Oct 20245D / 4N
Itinerary B
0 dives-USD930 off$3,925from $2,995Overview
5 days / 4 nights0No experience requiredTravel insurance requiredTransfer details
Departure
15 Oct 2024
09:30 AM
San Cristóbal
San Cristobal: SCY
Return
19 Oct 2024
09:00 AM
Baltra
Baltra Airport: GPS
What's included
- Meals and snacks
- Water, tea and coffee
- Towels and toiletries
- Snorkeling gear
- Snorkeling guide
- Land excursions
- Naturalist Guide
- Taxes
What's not included
- Travel and health insurance
- National park fee - US$200 per person
To be paid in advance or onboardOptional Extras
- Single supplement - 25%
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks
- Soft drinks
- Domestic flights
To be booked in advance or paid onboardHighlights
- Witness the unparalleled biodiversity that inspired Charles Darwin
- Be informed and chaperoned by National Park Accredited guides
- Snorkel amongst rays, reef sharks and marine iguanas
- See endemic penguins, fur seals, marine iguanas and giant tortoises
- Hike the highlands of Santa Cruz to a Galapagos tortoise sanctuary
- Spot blue-footed, red-footed and Nazca boobies
- The archipelago’s largest concentration of American flamingos
- Check the mail at Floreana's Post Office Bay
Day 1: Upon arrival at San Cristobal Airport, travellers pass through an airport inspection point to ensure that no foreign plants or animals are introduced to the islands, as well as to pay the park entrance fee (unless it has been prepaid). A guide will meet you, help you collect your luggage, and escort you on a short bus ride to the harbour. PM - Colorado Hill (San Cristobal) In the afternoon, we will visit the Colorado Hill Tortoises Protection and Growing Centre, San Cristobal, located approximately 40-minutes away by bus. The centre includes a large corral, a visitors centre, breeding centre and an interpretive trail. Along this trail it is possible to see different species of native and endemic flora and fauna, including the San Cristobal mockingbird, yellow warblers, many species of finches, and the Galapagos flycatcher.Day 2: Located on the north-eastern coast of Hood, Gardner Bay provides an excellent beach for relaxing, swimming, snorkelling, kayaking, and the opportunity to observe sea lions. Here we can also observe sharks in the crystal clear ocean waters. In the afternoon, we will head to Suarez Point - a rocky piece of land sustaining one of the most impressive and varied colonies of sea birds in the Galapagos.Day 3: This morning we will visit Post Office Bay and Baroness lookout, Floreana. Historically, this site is the location of a wooden barrel that was placed in the 18th century by the crew of a whaling ship. The letters found inside the barrel would be picked up and delivered by sailors returning home. There was no postage fee, and, surprisingly, this mailbox and its honour system are still in use today. Apart from being the Post Office Barrel, this site was the landing area for some of the first colonists. It is said that Baroness Eloisa von Wagner loved this place and spent several hours watching the horizon. Within walking distance are the ruins of what is known as her house.In the afternoon we will explore Cormorant Point on Champion Islet, Floreana. This site offers probably the best flamingo lagoon in the Galapagos. It’s situated between two tuff lava cones that give the area a special atmosphere. There are various species of shorebirds to observe besides flamingos; the most frequent are common stilts, white-checked pintail ducks and other migratory birds.Day 4: After disembarkation in the beautiful and clear waters of Santa Fe, you will be in contact with one of the many sea lion colonies. Along the trail many salt bushes can be seen as well giant prickly pear cactus. Santa Fe is also home to a number of endemic species like the Galapagos hawk, Galapagos snake, Galapagos mockingbird, rice rats and one of the two species of land Iguanas of the islands.A visit to Santa Cruz in the afternoon also offers excellent opportunities for viewing wild tortoises, both roaming through pastures in the agricultural zone and in the Tortoise Reserve, which is accessible from Santa Rosa or Salasaca. Several farms serve food and allow visitors to explore their grounds in search of tortoises. Descending through the agricultural zone into the Transition Zone where the Tortoise Reserve is located, the introduced vegetation of the farmlands is replaced by native vegetation. The pond at El Chato is surrounded by forest where short-eared owls, Darwin’s finches, vermilion flycatchers, yellow warblers, Galapagos rails, and paint-billed crakes can be seen.Day 5: The Twin Craters are found on either side of the road leading to Puerto Ayora. These impressive formations are not really volcanic craters and were formed by magma domes, which hardened on the outside while the lava continued flowing inside, leaving huge and empty magma chambers that eventually collapsed, leaving two large holes. The craters lie within a lush scalesia cloud forest, a high-altitude plant species that are endemic to the Galapagos. This area is also home to the carpenter finch, which uses tools to search for food. There may also be opportunities to see the vermillion flycatcher. After visiting the Twin Craters, you will be assisted back to the airport.Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.Payment & cancellation terms
- 90 - 61 days prior to departure - 20% penalty fee.
- 60 days or less prior to departure - 100% penalty fee.
Payment policy20% deposit - required to secure reservation.
80% balance - due 60 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 60 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.Cancellation policySpecial offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.Limited availability - 19Oct 20247D / 6N
Itinerary C
0 dives-USD1200 off$5,795from $4,595Overview
7 days / 6 nights0No experience requiredTravel insurance requiredTransfer details
Departure
19 Oct 2024
09:30 AM
Baltra
Baltra Airport: GPS
Return
25 Oct 2024
09:00 AM
Baltra
Baltra Airport: GPS
What's included
- Meals and snacks
- Water, tea and coffee
- Towels and toiletries
- Snorkeling gear
- Snorkeling guide
- Land excursions
- Naturalist Guide
- Taxes
What's not included
- Travel and health insurance
- National park fee - US$200 per person
To be paid in advance or onboardOptional Extras
- Single supplement - 25%
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks
- Soft drinks
- Domestic flights
To be booked in advance or paid onboardHighlights
- Witness the unparalleled biodiversity that inspired Charles Darwin
- Be informed and chaperoned by National Park Accredited guides
- Snorkel amongst rays, reef sharks and marine iguanas
- See endemic penguins, fur seals, marine iguanas and giant tortoises
- Spot blue-footed, red-footed and Nazca boobies
- The archipelago’s largest concentration of American flamingos
- Wander around the the Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre
Day 1: Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, you will pass through an airport inspection point to ensure that no foreign plants or animals are introduced to the islands, as well as to pay the park entrance fee (unless it has been prepaid). A guide will meet you, help you collect your luggage, and escort you on a short bus ride to the harbour. In the afternoon, we will visit the Fausto Llerena breeding centre, Santa Cruz. The main attractions are the national park information centre, the Van Staelen Exhibition Hall, the Breeding and Rearing Centre for young tortoises, and adult Galapagos tortoises in captivity.Day 2: This morning we will disembark to the appropriately named Eden Islet. On its coast you will observe land iguanas and sea lions soaking up the sun, as well as seabirds feeding in the nearby mangrove forests. It is a perfect location for swimming activities, as the clear and calm waters will allow you to snorkel along tropical fish, rays, and two species of sharks. Alternatively, a kayak ride would be a memorable experience. In the afternoon, we will head to Dragon Hill, Santa Cruz. The visitor site at Dragon Hill has been open for visits since 1993 and consists of a trail that leads to a hyper-saline lagoon behind the beach, frequented by flamingos, pintail ducks and other species of birds. There is also a short walk to the hill, which offers a beautiful view of the bay.Day 3: Hike, snorkel and kayak around Tintoreras - a collection of small islets off the coast of Isabela, named after the Spanish word for whitetip reef sharks due to the prevalence of this species in the shallow surrounding waters. In the afternoon, we will land in Puerto Villamil, to visit the Flamingos Lagoon before following a trail to The Wall of Tears which was built out of enormous blocks of lava by prisoners incarcerated on the island. There are a number of interesting sites along this route, such as the cerro Orchilla, El Estero, Poza Escondida, Playa del Amor and Pozas Verdes.Day 4: This morning we will visit Punta Moreno, located on the north coast of Isabela Island between the volcano Sierra Negra and Cerro Azul volcano. The trail runs along a lava flow into a complex of coastal lagoons, its main attraction are several species of birds which can be found around these lakes and mangroves. The afternoon will be spent touring the cliffs of Tagus Cove in a zodiac, which will give visitors a good chance to see the Galapagos penguin, the flightless cormorant and other sea birds. From the landing dock it is about a 30 minute hike along the trail up to the top of the cliff from where you can view Darwin Lake, an uplifted ultra-saline lake saltier than the sea. Look carefully at the graffiti on the surrounding cliffs of the cove, it has been written by pirates, whalers and buccaneers in past centuries.Day 5: In the morning, we will dock at Punta Espinoza on Fernandina. Marine iguanas can be seen in large groups here, along with the flightless cormorant. Whilst having lunch we will cross the Bolivar Channel for the last time to Vicente Roca Point. Just around the corner the collapsed amphitheatre of Volcan Ecuador offers another impressive view. The calmer waters of the coves are well-protected against the ocean swell and are a fairly cold, but great place for snorkelling amongst various species of shark, penguins, pufferfish and seahorses.Day 6: This morning we will explore the black beach of Puerto Egas, located on Santiago Island. In the afternoon, you will get to witness the contrasting colour of Rábida Island - famous for the red coloured rocks and sand. A short walk along a trail leads us to a coastal lagoon behind the beach where doves, yellow warblers and mockingbirds can be seen. At the lagoon there is a colony of flamingos.Day 7: This morning will be spent at Las Bachas, Santa Cruz. These two small beaches are found to the West of Turtle Cove. Their sand is made of decomposed coral, which makes it white and soft, making it a favourite nesting site for sea turtles. Behind one of the beaches there is a small brackish water lagoon, where occasionally is possible to observe flamingos and other coastal birds, such as black-necked stilts and whimbrels. The other beach is longer, but it has two old barges that were abandoned during the Second World War, when the USA used Baltra Island as a strategic point to protect the Panama Channel. You will then transfer out to Baltra Airport.
Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.Payment & cancellation terms
- 90 - 61 days prior to departure - 20% penalty fee.
- 60 days or less prior to departure - 100% penalty fee.
Payment policy20% deposit - required to secure reservation.
80% balance - due 60 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 60 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.Cancellation policySpecial offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.Limited availability - 29Oct 20245D / 4N
Itinerary B
0 dives-USD1630 off$3,925from $2,295Overview
5 days / 4 nights0No experience requiredTravel insurance requiredTransfer details
Departure
29 Oct 2024
09:30 AM
San Cristóbal
San Cristobal: SCY
Return
02 Nov 2024
09:00 AM
Baltra
Baltra Airport: GPS
What's included
- Meals and snacks
- Water, tea and coffee
- Towels and toiletries
- Snorkeling gear
- Snorkeling guide
- Land excursions
- Naturalist Guide
- Taxes
What's not included
- Travel and health insurance
- National park fee - US$200 per person
To be paid in advance or onboardOptional Extras
- Single supplement - 25%
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks
- Soft drinks
- Domestic flights
To be booked in advance or paid onboardHighlights
- Witness the unparalleled biodiversity that inspired Charles Darwin
- Be informed and chaperoned by National Park Accredited guides
- Snorkel amongst rays, reef sharks and marine iguanas
- See endemic penguins, fur seals, marine iguanas and giant tortoises
- Hike the highlands of Santa Cruz to a Galapagos tortoise sanctuary
- Spot blue-footed, red-footed and Nazca boobies
- The archipelago’s largest concentration of American flamingos
- Check the mail at Floreana's Post Office Bay
Day 1: Upon arrival at San Cristobal Airport, travellers pass through an airport inspection point to ensure that no foreign plants or animals are introduced to the islands, as well as to pay the park entrance fee (unless it has been prepaid). A guide will meet you, help you collect your luggage, and escort you on a short bus ride to the harbour. PM - Colorado Hill (San Cristobal) In the afternoon, we will visit the Colorado Hill Tortoises Protection and Growing Centre, San Cristobal, located approximately 40-minutes away by bus. The centre includes a large corral, a visitors centre, breeding centre and an interpretive trail. Along this trail it is possible to see different species of native and endemic flora and fauna, including the San Cristobal mockingbird, yellow warblers, many species of finches, and the Galapagos flycatcher.Day 2: Located on the north-eastern coast of Hood, Gardner Bay provides an excellent beach for relaxing, swimming, snorkelling, kayaking, and the opportunity to observe sea lions. Here we can also observe sharks in the crystal clear ocean waters. In the afternoon, we will head to Suarez Point - a rocky piece of land sustaining one of the most impressive and varied colonies of sea birds in the Galapagos.Day 3: This morning we will visit Post Office Bay and Baroness lookout, Floreana. Historically, this site is the location of a wooden barrel that was placed in the 18th century by the crew of a whaling ship. The letters found inside the barrel would be picked up and delivered by sailors returning home. There was no postage fee, and, surprisingly, this mailbox and its honour system are still in use today. Apart from being the Post Office Barrel, this site was the landing area for some of the first colonists. It is said that Baroness Eloisa von Wagner loved this place and spent several hours watching the horizon. Within walking distance are the ruins of what is known as her house.In the afternoon we will explore Cormorant Point on Champion Islet, Floreana. This site offers probably the best flamingo lagoon in the Galapagos. It’s situated between two tuff lava cones that give the area a special atmosphere. There are various species of shorebirds to observe besides flamingos; the most frequent are common stilts, white-checked pintail ducks and other migratory birds.Day 4: After disembarkation in the beautiful and clear waters of Santa Fe, you will be in contact with one of the many sea lion colonies. Along the trail many salt bushes can be seen as well giant prickly pear cactus. Santa Fe is also home to a number of endemic species like the Galapagos hawk, Galapagos snake, Galapagos mockingbird, rice rats and one of the two species of land Iguanas of the islands.A visit to Santa Cruz in the afternoon also offers excellent opportunities for viewing wild tortoises, both roaming through pastures in the agricultural zone and in the Tortoise Reserve, which is accessible from Santa Rosa or Salasaca. Several farms serve food and allow visitors to explore their grounds in search of tortoises. Descending through the agricultural zone into the Transition Zone where the Tortoise Reserve is located, the introduced vegetation of the farmlands is replaced by native vegetation. The pond at El Chato is surrounded by forest where short-eared owls, Darwin’s finches, vermilion flycatchers, yellow warblers, Galapagos rails, and paint-billed crakes can be seen.Day 5: The Twin Craters are found on either side of the road leading to Puerto Ayora. These impressive formations are not really volcanic craters and were formed by magma domes, which hardened on the outside while the lava continued flowing inside, leaving huge and empty magma chambers that eventually collapsed, leaving two large holes. The craters lie within a lush scalesia cloud forest, a high-altitude plant species that are endemic to the Galapagos. This area is also home to the carpenter finch, which uses tools to search for food. There may also be opportunities to see the vermillion flycatcher. After visiting the Twin Craters, you will be assisted back to the airport.Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.Payment & cancellation terms
- 90 - 61 days prior to departure - 20% penalty fee.
- 60 days or less prior to departure - 100% penalty fee.
Payment policy20% deposit - required to secure reservation.
80% balance - due 60 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 60 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.Cancellation policySpecial offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.Limited availability
2024
2025
2026
Cabins
Balcony stateroom, main deck, twin
Twin beds2 peopleShareableBalcony stateroom, main deck, double
Double bed2 peopleNon shareableBalcony stateroom, upper deck, twin
Twin beds2 peopleShareableBalcony stateroom, upper deck, double twin
Double bed2 peopleShareableMaster suite
Queen size bed2 peopleNon shareable
- If you are a solo traveller, we aim to allocate shared cabins on a same-sex basis.
- Non-shareable cabins can not be shared with another single traveler outside your party. A single occupancy surcharge will be applied.