
Route A4
The Catamaran Archipel I offers a 4‑day/3‑night "Route A4 – Archipel" itinerary that provides an immersive journey through the Galapagos Islands.

Day 1:
Activities
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Boat Transfer.
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Visit the Interpretation Centre.
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Hike to the Frigatebird Hill.
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Meet and greet at the airport.
Highlights
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Introduction to the crew and vessel, overview of the upcoming adventure.
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Learn about Galapagos history and conservation efforts.
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Scenic views and frigatebird nesting areas.
Duration
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Transfer and welcome: 2-4 hours.
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Interpretation Centre: 1-2 hours.
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Hike: 2-3 hours.
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Difficulty: Easy.

Day 2:
Activities
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Visit Santa Fe Island.
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Hiking.
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Kayaking.
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Panga ride.
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Snorkeling.
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Visit South Plaza Island.
Highlights
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Observe Santa Fe land iguanas, sea lion colonies, giant Opuntia cacti.
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Admire red and green vegetation, land iguanas, nesting seabirds.
Duration
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Santa Fe Island: 4 hours.
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South Plaza: 2-3 hours.
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Difficulty: Moderate to difficult.

Day 3:
Activities
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Visit the North Seymour Island.
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Hiking.
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Panga ride.
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Snorkeling.
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Visit the Hat Islet.
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Observe different wildlife.
Highlights
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Explore North Seymour Island, home to booby colonies and both great and American frigatebirds.
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Visit Chinese Hat Islet, known for its distinctive volcanic formations.
Duration
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North Seymour Island: 2-3 hours.
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Chinese Hat Islet: 2-3 hours.
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Difficulty: Moderate.

Day 4:
Activities
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Visit Twin Craters.
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Hike.
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Visit El Chato Reserve.
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Transfer to the airport.
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Reflection of the trip and saying goodbye to this experience.
Highlights
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Encounter wild giant tortoises in their natural habitat.
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Explore unique lava formations and highland landscapes.
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Final reflections on the Galapagos adventure.
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Concluding the Galapagos adventure.
Duration
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Twin Craters: 2-3 hours.
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Airport procedure: 2 hours.
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Difficulty: Easy.