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Birding Galápagos with WINGS

10-day adventure aboard the Integrity

Optional San Cristóbal Extension
includes Galápagos airfare and more

This adventure has sold out for 2010.

We are accepting names for the waitlist, as well as accepting interest for a future sailing. Please call 1-510-420-1550 if you would like to be placed on either list.

A special collaboration with WINGS Birding Tours. This unique departure is a treat for birders and wildlife enthusiasts. You will have the company of two experts: Galápagos guide extraordinaire Richard Polatty and international birding leader Rich Hoyer.

Come see the creatures Darwin saw and more—a mind-boggling array of fascinating, fearless birds and other animals. This is a perfect adventure for both birders and non-birders alike.

In addition to seeing nearly all the endemic birds (among which are a couple of gulls, 13 finches, a flycatcher, four mockingbirds, a dove, a penguin, a cormorant, a rail, and a martin), we'll have ample opportunities to spend time with the storied seabirds, sea lions, and marine iguanas, as well as the many other endemic species worth looking for, including lizards, a few small snakes, a butterfly, a dragonfly, and even a scorpion. We'll also have almost daily opportunities for snorkeling among the abundant sea life, from schools of colorful fish to sea turtles.

The Integrity is widely acknowledged as one of the most luxurious small boats operating in the Galápagos, and time spent aboard is a delight in itself. This tour is structured so that participants can take just the boat charter or participate in the land-based events following the cruise.

This special adventure trip price includes round-trip Galápagos airfare, the Galápagos National Park fee, and all gratuities, including tips for naturalists.

Highlights

8-Day Galápagos Islands cruise aboard the yacht Integrity

Experience with two renowned naturalists: Richard Polatty and Rich Hoyer

See nearly all the endemic birds, as sell as many other endemic species

Optional extension to San Cristóbal to see the San Cristóbal mockingbird

Itinerary Summary

Day 1

Arrive in Quito, Ecuador. Overnight in Quito.

Day 2

Fly to Galápagos Islands. Visit Santa Cruz Island's lush highlands for endemics and tortoise-viewing. Board the Integrity at dinnertime. Start our Island cruise!

Day 3-8

Live aboard the yacht and spend as much time exploring the Islands as park rules permit. We have at least two shore visits each day, timing them to avoid the large cruise ship groups. We have several chances to swim and snorkel during our week. Each night we travel on to another unique island.

Day 9

Have breakfast on board Integrity, then disembark and fly back to Quito for dinner and overnight.

Day 10

Depart for home, or on to other adventures.

San Cristóbal Island Extension

Day 9

Have breakfast on board Integrity, then disembark and fly to San Cristóbal. Search out the eponymous mockingbird and more finches. After lunch return to Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz via Baltra.

Day 10

Early morning birding in Puerto Ayora. Return to Baltra, fly back to Quito for dinner and overnight.

Day 11

Depart for home, or on to other adventures.

For a deeper look at this adventure, please read the Detailed Itinerary.

Galápagos Birding with WINGS

2010

Nov 12 - Nov 21 sold out - call for waitlist or future sailing

San Cristóbal Extension

Nov 21 - Nov 22

Prices & Supplements

2010

$6270

with San Cristóbal Extension

may be $7440. Depends on how many participants on the Extension.

Single

Single Supplement: $1240

Single Supplement with San Cristóbal: $1320

Additional Inclusions

Includes flights from Quito, flights between Baltra and San Cristóbal (on extension), Galápagos National Park fees, all gratuities.