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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

  • Boat Transfer.

  • Visit the Interpretation Centre.

  • Hike to the Frigatebird Hill.

  • Meet and greet at the airport.

Highlights

  • Introduction to the crew and vessel, overview of the upcoming adventure.

  • Learn about Galapagos history and conservation efforts.

  • Scenic views and frigatebird nesting areas.

Duration

  • Transfer and welcome: 2-4 hours.

  • Interpretation Centre: 1-2 hours.

  • Hike: 2-3 hours.

  • Difficulty: Easy.

Day 2:

Activities

  • Visit Santa Fe Island.

  • Hiking.

  • Kayaking.

  • Panga ride.

  • Snorkeling.

  • Visit South Plaza Island.

Highlights

  • Observe Santa Fe land iguanas, sea lion colonies, giant Opuntia cacti.

  • Admire red and green vegetation, land iguanas, nesting seabirds.

Duration

  • Santa Fe Island: 4 hours.

  • South Plaza: 2-3 hours.

  • Difficulty: Moderate to difficult.

Day 3:

Activities

  • Visit the North Seymour Island.

  • Hiking.

  • Panga ride.

  • Snorkeling.

  • Visit the Hat Islet.

  • Observe different wildlife.

Highlights

  • Explore North Seymour Island, home to booby colonies and both great and American frigatebirds.

  • Visit Chinese Hat Islet, known for its distinctive volcanic formations.

Duration

  • North Seymour Island: 2-3 hours.

  • Chinese Hat Islet: 2-3 hours.

  • Difficulty: Moderate.

Day 4:

Activities

  • Visit Twin Craters.

  • Hike.

  • Visit El Chato Reserve.

  • Transfer to the airport.

  • Reflection of the trip and saying goodbye to this experience.

Highlights

  • Encounter wild giant tortoises in their natural habitat.

  • Explore unique lava formations and highland landscapes.

  • Final reflections on the Galapagos adventure.

  • Concluding the Galapagos adventure.

Duration

  • Twin Craters: 2-3 hours.

  • Airport procedure: 2 hours.

  • Difficulty: Easy.

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Ecuador: +593 (99) 972-1198 / Maria Vallejo
Dolores Veintmilla N2 - 68 y Rita Lecumberri
Quito, Ecuador
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