Galápagos Escape: An 8-Day Voyage
7 nights
National Geographic Gemini
8 Apr '27Cruise overview
Explore Darwin’s islands in one action-filled week aboard the elegant National Geographic Islander ll. Witness the iconic wildlife that sparked the theory of evolution by natural selection, snorkel pristine waters teeming with sea lions and sea turtles, and hike black-sand beaches and lush highlands. As with our classic, 10-day expeditions, honed over more than 50 years, each voyage is crafted to offer a diverse perspective of the archipelago with multiple adventures daily on land and undersea.
Itinerary
Quito
Arrive in Ecuador, either in Quito, Ecuador’s capital city in the Andes, or in the coastal city of Guayaquil, and take an included transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay. Both cities are well-served by international carriers, and Galápagos flights start and end in Quito with a stop in Guayaquil. Guests in Guayaquil stay at the Hotel del Parque, a 44-room Relais & Châteaux hotel set along the river in lush tropical gardens. In Quito guests have the choice of several hotels, including a convenient airport hotel.
Note that Quito sits at a 9,350 ft elevation. It is an alternative option to Guayaquil, at no additional cost, and recommended if you opt to reserve additional hotel nights and pre-voyage tours of the city.
Arrival Time: Anytime.
Arrival City: Quito or Guayaquil, Ecuador
Guayaquil
Galápagos Islands
Galápagos Islands
Galápagos Islands
Galápagos Islands
Galápagos Islands
Guayaquil
Category 1
Lounge Deck, #411, 414, 415, 416: Forward cabins, outside facing with a large window, queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 160 square feet.
Amenities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Mini Bar (Additional Cost)
Ship features
An elegant, small-ship expedition yacht offering immersive Galápagos exploration with five-star comfort and authentic adventure.
- Carries just 48 guests for a highly personalised experience
- All-suite accommodation with ocean views
- Expert expedition team of naturalists, divers and photographers
- Daily Zodiac, kayak and snorkelling excursions
- Locally inspired Ecuadorian cuisine
- Science Hub and Expedition Lounge for enrichment talks
- Observation Deck for wildlife viewing and stargazing
- Wellness Area with massage room and fitness zone
- Sustainably designed with modern environmental systems
- Operated year-round in the Galápagos archipelago
