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Alya Galapagos Charter '26

Feb 16 - 21, 2026

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Shelley Embrey

Excellent Escapes Travel

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shelley@excellentescapestravel.com

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Overview


I am so excited to share one of my most memorable destinations with you!

I fell so deeply in love with Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands on my trip last year, I had to come back and share it with others!

The cruise portion of the trip will be the perfect blend of active soft-adventure, getting up close and personal with incredible wildlife, delicious fresh food, relaxing on our private yacht, and making new friends!

I will be working with each of you individually to customize your pre/post cruise itineraries! 

- Shelley

Trip Details


Exploring the Enchantment of the Western Galapagos in February

Destination Overview The Western Galapagos Islands, a breathtaking archipelago straddling the equator, are a living testament to nature's wonders. Known for their unique biodiversity and stunning landscapes, these islands are a paradise for nature...

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Alya Charter- What's Included?

INCLUDED: Airport assistance on the cruise departure dates Transportation and fuel surcharge in the marine reserve Accommodation on board for 5 nights Bilingual naturalist guide (English and Spanish) All meals during the cruise, from lunch on day ...

Ecuador & Galápagos Packing List

Essential Documents & Money Passport & ID: Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your return date. Travel Insurance: Coverage for health, belongings, and trip interruptions is essential. Credit Cards & US Dollars: While credit...

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Galapagos National Park - Important Information

When planning a trip to the Galapagos Islands, there are two fees that you will need to prepare for:the Galapagos Transit Control Card ($20/ person) and the Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee of US$200 per person. Both are explained below: Galap...

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Day 1 · Mon, Feb 16 · Baltra Airport, Galapagos Islands


Flight to Baltra (included)

Flight information will be provided with your travel documents about 2 weeks prior to travel. Your voyage to the captivating Galapagos Islands commences! Upon your arrival at Baltra Airport, you'll be greeted by our National Park-certified natural...

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M/C Alya - The Jewel of the Galapagos

Experience the “Enchanted Islands” on board the M/C Alya Luxury Cruise, also known as “The Jewel of Galapagos” due to its design representing the perfection, the beauty and uniqueness of this unique paradise. Enjoy the majesty of a golden experien...

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Highlands Adventure

10:00AM

Embark on a highlands adventure, either from Baltra or Puerto Ayora. A bus journey brings you to the verdant highland forests, home to Galapagos Giant tortoises. You'll find these impressive creatures, weighing up to 300 kg/600 lbs, casually grazi...

Day 2 · Tue, Feb 17 · Galapagos Islands


Moreno Point

9:00AM

Commence your day at the enchanted Moreno Point. The extensive lava fields may first appear lifeless, but within its borders lie scattered brackish lagoons teeming with life such as flamingos, gallinules, ducks, and herons. Along the coast, keep a...

Elizabeth Bay

3:00PM

Elizabeth Bay, your afternoon stop, is a sheltered bay encircled by towering mangroves and barren lava fields. There are no trails here, so you'll undertake a dinghy tour to explore the teeming channels, pools, and coves. This location is one of t...

Day 3 · Wed, Feb 18 · Galapagos Islands


Urbina Bay

10:00AM

Urbina Bay, known for its dramatic uplift during the 1950s, awaits your visit in the morning. As you traverse the trail, observe small shells and corals, indicators that this area was submerged just over sixty years ago. Here you can encounter lan...

Espinoza Point

10:00AM

Espinoza Point is a National Park gem located at the base of an imposing volcano (the most active in the Galapagos islands). Upon landing, be greeted by hundreds of marine iguanas in the largest colony for the species. Also present are sea lions, ...

Day 4 · Thu, Feb 19 · Galapagos Islands


Tagus Cove

12:00AM

Tagus Cove, a location visited by Charles Darwin during his Galapagos exploration, offers a dry Palo Santo forest where Darwin finches and mockingbirds reside. Take in the marvelous views of Darwin's Lake and the grand volcanos of northern Isabela...

Vicente Roca Point

10:00AM

Vicente Roca Point, surrounded by some of the tallest cliffs in the Galapagos, is ideal for observing breathtaking landscapes and interesting volcanic features. A dinghy tour will offer closer views of pelicans, flightless cormorants, sea turtles,...

Day 5 · Fri, Feb 20 · Galapagos Islands


Espumilla Beach

10:00AM

Begin your day at the picturesque Espumilla Beach, a long stretch of rusty-brown sand nestled on Santiago's northern coast. Surrounded by large mangrove trees and a captivating native dry forest, the area hosts Galapagos hawks and an array of finc...

Egas Port

10:00AM

Despite its name, there's no port at Puerto Egas, but remnants from the 60s colonization attempts still linger. The trail along the wildlife-rich coastline leads to "the grottos," home to a small colony of the endemic Galapagos fur seal. In 2019, ...

Day 6 · Sat, Feb 21 · Galapagos Islands


Bachas

1:00AM

Bachas, named after the mispronounced "barges" left by the Americans during WWII, begins your final day. At low tide, the iron skeletons of the barges can still be spotted buried in the white sand. This spot is one of the most crucial sea turtle n...

Flight from Baltra (included)

Flight information will be provided with your travel documents about 2 weeks prior to travel

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