The Ocean Spray Cruise Tour
Aboard the Ocean Spray Cruise, you will embark on a memorable journey through the mesmerizing Galapagos Islands.
The 16-passenger luxury catamaran offers spacious suites and social areas with more comfort and stability as you hop from island to island, and exquisite facilities and amenities. Choose from 3, 4 and 7-night cruises.
Between activities and delicious dining experiences, you can appreciate the scenery from your comfortable suite. Each suite provides private balconies for ultimate relaxation and island appreciation. They feature premium eco-friendly amenities, deluxe bedding, and an abundance of natural light.
You will enjoy delicious dining experiences for breakfast, lunch, and dinner al fresco in the open-air lounge or in the comfortable and cozy indoor dining room.
And according to your itinerary, you will head out with skilled naturalist guides to see the iconic wildlife, beautiful scenery and can listen in on fascinating talks about the enchanting islands. Each excursion is guided by top-ranked naturalist guides, ensuring remarkable encounters with the unique Galapagos flora and fauna.
Prepare for unforgettable moments with guided Galapagos walks, kayaking tours, snorkeling and paddleboarding experiences, Zodiac rides and welcome surprises.
The Ocean Spray Cruise Tour Summary
Embark on an extraordinary journey aboard the Ocean Spray Cruise. You will visit secluded islands to find fascinating wildlife and incredible scenery.
Our Galapagos expedition packages aboard the Ocean Spray cater to both short and extended voyages, ensuring an unforgettable experience. Regardless of duration, our expert guides will lead you on captivating daily excursions. See the next tab for an example itinerary. Choose from 3, 4, and 7-night cruises.
Video Introduction
Tour Info
- Focus Area: Galapagos National Park
- Duration: 4, 5, 6 & 8 days
- Start Point: Baltra Airport (GPS)
- End Point: Baltra Airport (GPS)
The Ocean Spray Cruise Itinerary
PM: Chinese Hat
This site offers rare, up close viewing of Galapagos wildlife and well-preserved remnants of fragile volcanic rock that can't be found in such a unique condition anywhere else. The island is named after the similarity of an Asian type of hat. Here you can see American Oystercatchers and Galapagos Penguins swimming along the shores.
Activities: Hiking, snorkeling Difficulty: Moderate Landing: Wet landing
Possible Wildlife: Sea lions, various shorebirds, white-cheeked pintail ducks, penguins, Galapagos Hawks, various tropical fish, sally lightfoot crabs.
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Vicente Roca Point has outstanding geological formations and is a great place to see various bird species. Because this visitor site is located on the western area of the island, the Cromwell Current provides cold water that carries many nutrients for both land and aquatic species, offering the chance to see amazing feeding frenzies.
Activities: Panga ride, snorkeling Difficulty: Easy / Moderate Landing: No landing
Possible Wildlife: Sea lions, various shorebirds, blue-footed boobies, nazca boobies, fur seals, whales, sea turtles, various tropical fish, sally lightfoot crabs and other marine species.
PM: Fernandina - Espinosa Point
As one of the most pristine islands in the archipelago, Fernandina has never had a foreign species invade. It is also the most active island and farthest west. Espinosa point is the only visitor site on the entire island. Here you can see marine iguanas, Galapagos hawks and enjoy a hike and/or snorkeling activity at one of the most natural, unspoiled sites in the entire world.
Activities: Hiking, snorkeling
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Landing: Dry landing - may be slippery
Possible Wildlife: Flightless cormorant, marine iguanas, land iguanas, penguins, sea lions, various shorebirds, Galapagos Hawks, various tropical fish, sally lightfoot crabs, sea turtles.
(B, L, D)
If you like historic remnants, then you will enjoy finding what was left behind by pirates and sailors in the 1800s. This site was one of their preferred pit stops while traveling the seas. The hike here will provide incredible views of the cove and on the other side the mangrove forest where the last 35 pairs of Mangrove finches thrive.
Activities: Hike, snorkeling and panga ride
Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult
Landing: Dry
Possible Wildlife: Sea lions, various shorebirds, flightless cormorant, Galapagos penguins, marine iguanas, sally lightfoot crabs, mangrove finches.
What to Bring: Walking sticks and sturdy footwear for the hike, camera is a must!
PM: Isabela - Urbina Bay
Millions of years ago, Urbina Bay was once laying on the ocean floor. Volcanic uplifts caused it to rise and now it is occupied by sea lions, land iguanas and flightless cormorants. It is a great place to enjoy some free time on the beach or the guide may suggest a hike.
Activities: Hike, snorkeling and panga ride
Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult
Landing: Wet
Possible Wildlife: Sea lions, various shorebirds, flightless cormorant, marine iguanas, sea turtles, land iguanas, Galapagos Hawk, sally lightfoot crabs, Galapagos tortoise.
(B, L, D)
This visitor site is visited by panga only as the park authorities have no authorized landing in order to protect the island. While in the panga you can appreciate a large abundance of marine life that can be seen in the clear waters. It is great for snorkeling.
Activities: Panga ride Difficulty: Easy Landing: No Landing
Possible Wildlife: Sea lions, frigate birds, sea turtles, various shorebirds, flightless cormorant, marine iguanas, pelicans, sally lightfoot crabs, tropical fish and marine life such as Galapagos sharks.
PM: Isabela - Moreno Point
The beautiful rocky shores of Moreno Point offers a plethora of birds to be seen. It is truly a birders delight. The main attraction are the coast lagoons where white tipped
sharks can be seen and the panoramic views of Sierra Negra and Cerro Azul volcanoes cannot be missed.
Activities: Hike, snorkeling and panga ride
Difficulty: Moderate
Landing: Wet
Possible Wildlife: Sea lions, great blue herons, various shorebirds, flightless cormorant, marine iguanas, sally lightfoot crabs, sea turtles, land iguanas, Galápagos Hawk, Galapagos tortoise.
(B, L, D)
The Charles Darwin Research Station is one of the Galapagos Island’s most important sites for visitors. It is a research facility that has an extensive collection of Galapagos plant life specimens carefully preserved and also acts as a biological research station and active breeding center operated by the Charles Darwin Foundation. Their biggest conservation efforts are to one day eliminate all invasive and non-native plants and animals destroying endemic species within the islands.
Activities: Visit to the research station Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult Landing: Dry
Possible Wildlife: Galapagos tortoises in captivation and various stages of tortoises.
PM: Santa Cruz - Highlands
The highlands are located in the northern part of Santa Cruz and can reach elevations up to 1500 meters. This area is rich with hills, ferns, volcanoes and wildlife. A great contrast to the molten lava hardened beaches and rocky areas of other islands already seen. It is home to giant tortoises, mockingbirds, finches and many other species.
Activities: Hike
Difficulty: Moderate
Landing: Dry
Possible Wildlife: Galapagos tortoises, finches, mockingbirds, lava lizards, pintail ducks, other shorebirds.
(B, L, D)
South Plaza is one of the smallest islands with a visitor site, but is home to an incredible amount of diverse flora and fauna. It has a large population of Sesuvium plants like the prickly pear cactus tree that is an important source of food for the land iguana. Just a few years ago mice were finally eradicated from the island, helping the population of land iguanas grow healthily once more. The amazing colors of the turquoise waters against the black lava create a setting for amazing photography opportunities.
Activities: Hike
Difficulty: Moderate
Landing: Dry
Possible Wildlife: frigatebirds, sally lightfoot crabs, sea lions, land iguanas, swallow-tailed gulls, various shorebirds and seabirds.
Depart from Baltra airport.
After this last visit, transfer to Baltra airport for your return flight to mainland Ecuador. Assistance and farewell at the airport.
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End of cruise
Itineraries are subject to change without prior notice due to weather conditions, National Park regulations, emergencies on board or any unforeseen situation.
Rates & Inclusions
4 days / 3 nights
Stateroom (Double Occupancy): $4,190
5 days / 4 nights
Stateroom (Double Occupancy): $5,190
6 days / 5 nights
Stateroom (Double Occupancy): $6,190
8 days / 7 nights
Stateroom (Double Occupancy): $8,290
Notes
- Rates are subject to change in case of additional taxes, fuel price increases or any other unforeseen circumstances.
- Programs per person based on double occupancy
- Suites have king size beds or two twin size beds.
- New surcharges will be published in a timely manner.
- High occupancy dates: A 10% surcharge applies
- High occupancy dates: 100% Single Supplement applies
- Single Suite: Single supplement for suites is 50%
- Single Suite: 100% supplement applies for a second single stateroom, based on the cruise departure occupancy.
- Single Suite: Not applicable during high occupancy dates and subject to availability.
- Children policy: 25% discount per child (#1) applies out of the gross rates when traveling with two adults.
- Children policy: Children must be under 12 years old when they board the cruise.
- Children policy: Not applicable on Christmas and New Years' Eve departures.
- Supplied Expedition Gear Sea kayaks, Ocean paddle boards, Wetsuits and fins, Water containers, Masks and snorkels, Expedition Binoculars, Action Cameras, Micro SD Card 4K (Surcharge)
Included
- Transfers in the Galapagos: airport/catamaran/airport
- Airport reception and assistance
- Double or single accommodations
- Guided expeditions based on itineraries
- Top bilingual National Park guide (English / Spanish)
- Cruise Service Officer
- Daily briefing of activities
- All meals and snacks
- Soft drinks and juices
- Captain’s welcome and farewell cocktails
- Supplied expedition gear
- Use of yoga mats
Not Included
- Round trip to Galapagos
- Galapagos National Park Entrance fee ($100 – subject to change)
- Transit Control Card ($20 – subject to change)
- Alcoholic and bottled beverages
- Gratuities for guide and crew
- Travel and health insurance
Operated By Golden Experiences
About Golden Experiences
Golden Experiences & Travel own and operate unique premium experiences in Ecuador, including La Selva Lodge & Spa and the luxury-class Ocean Spray, Endemic, Elite and Petrel cruises for the Galapagos Islands. These modern and luxurious catamarans are spacious, comfortable, steady, and eminently seaworthy, setting a new standard for luxury yachts in the Galapagos
Golden Experiences promotes a sustainable relationship with the natural and social environment. They offer high-quality service, trained motivated staff, responsible management practices, and maintain positive relationships with the communities they work with.
