
Route B5
The Catamaran Archipel I offers a 5-day/4-night "Route B5 – Archipel" itinerary that explores the southeastern Galapagos Islands, renowned for their unique species and rich biodiversity.

Day 1:
Activities
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Arrival procedures.
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Introduction to the route.
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Guided tour.
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Visit the Fausto Llerena Breeding center.
Highlights
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Enjoy the welcome at the airport.
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Observe giant tortoises from different islands, including those from Española.
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Learn about conservation efforts and breeding programs.
Duration
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Arrival Procedures: 3-4 hours.
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Fausto Llerena: Whole afternoon.
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Difficulty: Easy.

Day 2:
Activities
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Lagoon Walk.
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Panga ride.
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Snorkeling.
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Hike to Baroness Lookout.
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Historic visit to the Post Office Barrel.
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Visit the Cormorant Point.
Highlights
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Spot American flamingos and other shorebirds.
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Snorkeling at Devil's Crown to see vibrant coral reefs.
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Participate in the traditional mail system.
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Enjoy panoramic views and observe marine life.
Duration
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Cormorant Point: 2-3 hours.
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Baroness Lookout: 1-2 hours.
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Post Office Barrel: 1 hour.
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Difficulty: Moderate.

Day 3:
Activities
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Walk on the beach.
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Panga Ride.
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Snorkeling.
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Hike along the rocky paths.
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Visit th Gardener Bay.
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Visit Suarez Point.
Highlights
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Relax on the beach with sea lions.
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Snorkeling opportunities with reef fish and sea turtles.
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Observe waved albatrosses (seasonal), blue-footed boobies, and dramatic coastal views.
Duration
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Gardner Bay: 3-4 hours.
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Suarez Point: 2-3 hours.
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Difficulty: Moderate to difficult.

Day 4:
Activities
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Hike.
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Kayaking.
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Panga ride.
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Snorkeling.
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Walk on the beach.
Highlights
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Spot all three species of boobies (blue-footed, red-footed, and Nazca).
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Enjoy scenic vistas.
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Opportunities to see various bird species and marine life.
Duration
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Pitt Point: 2-3 hours.
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Witch Hill: 2-3 hours.
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Difficulty: Moderate.

Day 5:
Activities
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Visit the Lobos Islet.
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Panga Ride.
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Walk on the beach.
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Snorkeling.
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Transferring to the airport.
Highlights
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Observe sea lions, blue-footed boobies, and marine iguanas.
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Snorkeling with playful sea lions.
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Concluding the Galapagos adventure.
Duration
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Lobos Islet: 3-4 hours.
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Airport procedure: 2 hours.
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Difficulty: Easy.