Celebrity Cruises to the Galapagos give you the opportunity to explore an exclusive, secluded chain of islands with some of the rarest species on the planet. From the Galapagos tortoises to the famous Darwin finches, this island destination is ideal for those or love peace and serenity, and are looking for natural beauty. Because of the ecological importance of this destination, these vacations are focused on having little impact, and will educate you on the environmental importance and intricacies. Stop at some incredible ports along the way such as Santa Cruz, Isabela, and Espanola, enrich yourself with culture, and vacation like a Celebrity with a Galapagos Islands cruise.
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Preview Celebrity Flora - the newest ship exploring the Galapagos!
Sailing exclusively in the Galapagos, the 100-passenger Celebrity Flora features an outward-facing balcony with 360-degree views, a star-gazing platform and all-suite accommodations for a luxurious, yet expedition-style experience! Learn more about Celebrity Flora
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Things to Do on a Galapagos Cruise with Celebrity Cruises
The land that inspired the theory of evolution is waiting for you to arrive on your Celebrity expedition to take in its amazing wildlife. With Celebrity Cruises, you’ll snorkel, hike and see lots of exotic animals, like the giant tortoises. Featured below are some of our favorite things to do when cruising to the Galapagos Islands with Celebrity Cruises:
- Dry / Wet Landing at Bartolome Island (Bartolome Island)
Find yourself at to the top of Bartolome Island at 374 feet, with a hike of 1.5 kilometers and 358 steps! You will be glad you did when you experience great viewing points of the island from the hill, and you can treat yourself with a snorkel and swim at Bartolome Beach after the hike.
- Cormorant Point – Wet Landing (Cormorant Point, Isla Floreana)
There are endless amounts of plants and wildlife along Cormorant Point, including flamingoes and white-cheeked pintail ducks that spend most of their day in a large brackish pond.
- Inland Hike on Santa Cruz Island (Dragon Hill, Santa Cruz)
Dragon Hill is home to exclusive species like Darwin finches and land iguanas that you will find in a mile and a half hike through the inland. You can treat yourself to a snorkeling adventure after the hike is over.
- Charles Darwin Research Station (Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz)
Arrive at the Charles Darwin Research Station after a bus ride through Port Ayora to observe and learn about wildlife conservation in the Galapagos. This facility is also home to the giant tortoises, and you will learn about the program created to conserve these magnificent species.
- Kicker Rock Zodiac Ride (Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Isla San Cristobal)
Kicker Rock is considered a “tuff” structure, which means that tuff is formed when the volcanic eruption mixes with water vapor, leaving a cement-like arrangement. The island is also famous for its sea lions and frigate birds.
- Cruise along Isabela and Fernandina Islands (Puerto Espinoza, Galapagos)
Search for dolphins and whales as you cruise from Elizabeth Bay to Fernandina. The captains will make sure to announce all dolphin sightings to the guests to ensure that all guests can fully observe these graceful creatures.