Infinity yacht, the best way to enjoy a great adventure and get to know the Galapagos Islands, surrounded by luxury and comfort.

This beautiful ship was designed with families and small groups in mind. With two large suites and eight cabins, some of which are interconnected, all with panoramic windows and personal balconies, guests will feel right at home. Travelers can choose from 4, 5, and 8-day itineraries that are all full of adventure.

Welcome to Ecuador!

We are delighted to welcome you to our beautiful country, where stunning landscapes, rich culture, and warm hospitality await you. From the majestic Andes and the vibrant Amazon to the breathtaking Galápagos Islands and historic cities, Ecuador has so much to offer. We hope your stay is filled with unforgettable experiences and wonderful memories.

Bienvenido — we’re so glad you’re here!

Full-Day Cultural & Geographic Experience

Step back in time and stand in two hemispheres in one unforgettable day! This tour blends the colonial beauty of Quito’s historic center with the unique experience of visiting the equator line at La Mitad del Mundo.

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🏛️ Walking Tour of Quito’s Historic Center

Begin your day exploring the heart of one of South America’s best-preserved colonial cities, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll along cobblestone streets lined with whitewashed buildings, ornate balconies, and bustling plazas.

Highlights include:

• Plaza Grande (Independence Square): Surrounded by the Presidential Palace, Cathedral, and Archbishop’s Palace, this is the political and historical core of Quito.

• La Compañía de Jesús Church: One of the most impressive baroque churches in the Americas, adorned with stunning gold leaf, intricate carvings, and religious artwork.

• Charming Side Streets & Local Culture: As you walk through centuries-old alleyways, you’ll encounter lively markets, street musicians, and hidden courtyards that bring Quito’s colonial charm to life.

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🌍 La Mitad del Mundo (Middle of the World)

In the afternoon, head north to visit the Mitad del Mundo monument—where the equator line passes through Ecuador. Stand with one foot in each hemisphere and learn about the fascinating mix of science, geography, and indigenous astronomy that makes this spot so iconic.

Highlights include:

• Intiñan Museum (optional): A nearby site offering a deeper, hands-on look at Ecuador’s ancestral knowledge, solar calendar systems, and cultural history.

• Panoramic Views & Local Shops: Enjoy scenic views of the Andes, local artisan markets, and unique souvenirs.

am San Cristobal Island Airport: Arrival and Transfer to the boat.

pm San Cristobal Island: Puerto Chino or Breeding Center David Rodriguez

“David Rodriguez” Breeding Center

This is a new visitor site in the northeast part of San Cristobal Island and can now be reached in roughly one hour by road from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. In the Breeding Center, you will be able to admire the hatchling turtles from their birth until the are 120 days old when the grown turtles are taken to their natural habit.

Possible Activities:Hike

Difficulty:Easy / moderate

Type of Landing:Dry 

Highlights:Giant tortoises in captivity, snorkeling with sea lions, land and sea birds, blue-footed boobies, hatchling turles.

Puerto Chino

Located (15.2 miles / 24.5 km) away from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno and a few miles from the Breeding Center Cerro Colorado, this walk takes approximately 30 to the beach.

Possible Activities:Hiking and snorkeling

Type of Landing:Dry

Difficulty:Moderate / difficult

Highlights:

White sandy beach, marine birds, snorkeling

Santa Fe Island

Santa Fe (Barrington) is home to the small picturesque bay and anchorage on the island’s northeast coast. The bay has two visitor trails, one leading to a scenic viewpoint atop a cliff, and the other spanning from a small beach to a tall prickly pear cactus forest. 

Highlights:Land iguanas, giant tunas

Possible Activities:Hiking, snorkeling, dinghy ride, kayaking

Type of Landing:Dry landing 

Difficulty:Moderate

South Plaza Island

In the morning, you will head to South Plaza Island. This small island with steep cliffs was formed by rising lava and is now covered by Opuntia cacti. It is also home to one of the largest sea lion colonies as well as colorful yellow and red land iguanas. The most characteristic plant is Sesuvium. During the rainy season its color is a greenish to yellowish tone and in the dry season (end of June through January) a bright red.

Highlights:Land iguanas, sea lion colony, Audubon's shearwaters, swallow-tailed gulls, Nazca boobies, amazing landscape with cliffs

Possible Activities:Hiking, dinghy ride, kayaking

Type of Landing:Dry landing 

Difficulty:Moderate

Charles Darwin Station / Fausto Llerena Breeding Center

The Charles Darwin Research Station is home to turtles ranging from 3-inches (new hatchlings) to 4-feet long. Subspecies of turtles interact with one another and many of the older turtles are accustomed to humans stretching out their heads for a photo opportunity. The babies are kept until they are about four years old and strong enough to survive on their own. 

Highlights:Giant tortoises in captivity

Possible Activities:Hike

Type of Landing:Dry landing

Difficulty:Easy

Los Gemelos (Twin Craters)

Los Gemelos, or the Twin Craters, are located opposite each other on both sides of the road leading from Puerto Ayora to Baltra. The name is only figurative; not real craters, these formations were created by the collapse of surface material in underground fissures and chambers. The view is breathtaking.

Highlights:Pit craters, Scalesia fores

tPossible Activities:Hike

Type of Landing:Dry landing

Difficulty:Moderate

Moreno Point

Moreno Point is located near Elizabeth Bay on the west coast of Isabela Island. The plethora of birds seen during a dinghy ride along the striking rocky shores or a hike along path through lava rock leading to tide pools and mangroves create a birdwatcher’s delight. In the tide pools, green sea turtles or white-tip sharks can be spotted.

Highlights:Flamingos, gallinules, pintail ducks, turtles, white-tip reef sharks. 

Possible Activities:Snorkeling, dinghy ride & hike

Type of Landing:Dry landing 

Difficulty:Moderate / difficult 

Elizabeth Bay

Elizabeth Bay is located on the east coast of Isabela Island. The bay contains many islets which can be visited by dinghy. Penguins and blue-footed boobies can be spotted on the rocky islets. With an abundance of marine life and clear water, the area is perfect for snorkeling and viewing schools of colorful fish, sea lions, and perhaps even sharks.

Highlights:Mangrove forest (unique in Galapagos), sea turtles, penguins, rays, herons, sea lions.

Possible Activities:Dinghy ride, kayaking

Type of Landing:No landing 

Difficulty:Easy

Urbina Bay

Urbina Bay is located at the base of Alcedo Volcano on the west coast between Tagus Cove and Elizabeth Bay. This area experienced a major uplift in 1954 causing the land to rise over 16 feet. The coast expanded half a mile out leaving marine life stranded on the new shore. This area is also a great place for snorkeling.

Highlights:Land iguanas (the biggest in the Galapagos), hawks, coral reef, giant tortoises; snorkeling: turtles, rays, tropical fish

Possible Activities:Snorkeling and hike

Type of Landing:Wet landing 

Difficulty:Easy / moderate

Tagus Cove

Tagus Cove is located across from Fernandina Island near the Bolivar Channel dividing the two islands. This spot has been frequented by ships since the 1800s using the area as an anchorage site. Trails winding by Lake Darwin up to a ridge display wonderful views. Punta Tortuga, just north of Tagus Cove, is another lovely beach surrounded by mangroves.

Highlights:Penguins, flightless cormorants, Darwin Volcano & Lake Darwin

Possible Activities:Hike, snorkeling, dinghy ride and kayaking

Type of Landing:Dry landing 

Difficulty:Moderate / difficult

Espinoza Point

No foreign species have ever invaded Fernandina Island, and therefore it is one of the world's most pristine island ecosystems. The volcano “La Cumbre” dominates the landspace with lava fields reaching the ocean. The island's highlight features the flightless cormorant nesting site. This area provides a great opportunity to see the Galapagos hawk.

Highlights:Flightless cormorant, marine iguanas, 'a'a lava, sea lions, penguins, active volcano “La Cumbre” 

Possible Activities:Hiking, snorkeling, dinghy ride

Type of Landing:Dry and slippery at low tide 

Difficulty:Moderate

Vicente Roca Point

Located on the northwestern coast of the island and comprised of two separate coves, this site is a large bay with spectacular sea life. Seahorses, sea turtles, and the strange yet fascinating Mola mola (sunfish) may be spotted here. This bay is great for diving and snorkeling.

Highlights:Penguins, blue-footed boobies, terns, Nazca boobies, sea lions; snorkeling: sea turtles, rays and puffer fish. 

Possible Activities:Snorkeling, dinghy ride

Type of Landing:No landing 

Difficulty:Easy / moderate

Egas Port

Also known as James Bay, Egas Port is home to the curious Galapagos hawks and quick-footed Galapagos lava lizards. The trail leads to a coastline with gorgeous tide pools and grottos full of fauna. Here the Galapagos fur sea lions bathe in the sun. This is also a great snorkeling site.

Highlights:Fur sea lions, Galapagos sea lions, tidal pools and “grottos”, Galapagos hawk, oyster catchers, marine iguanas, finches; snorkeling: reef sharks, turtles, rays, nice underwater formations. 

Possible Activities:Snorkeling and hiking

Type of Landing:Wet landing 

Difficulty:Easy / moderate

Bartholomew Island

Home of the famous Pinnacle Rock, Bartholomew consists of an extinct volcano with a variety of red, orange, black and even green volcanic formations. A trail of stairs leads to the summit of the volcano, boasting one of the best views of the islands. The beach is perfect for snorkeling and possible sightings of the Galapagos penguin.

Highlights:Pinnacle rock, panoramic view, moonlike landscape, penguins, pioneer plants, lava cactus; snorkeling: penguins, reef sharks, rays, and great colorful fish. Possible Activities:Dinghy ride, snorkeling & hiking

Type of Landing:Dry and wet landings

Difficulty:Moderate/difficult. Walk up to the top of volcano 114 meters, 375 wooden steps

North Seymour Island

Galapagos sea lions, blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds are abundant on North Seymour Island. The island was formed by a series of submarine lava containing layers of sediment that were uplifted by tectonic activity. The island is characterized by its arid vegetation zone.

Highlights:Land & marine iguanas, frigate-birds, blue-footed boobies, sea lions; snorkeling: rays, reef shark, fish, garden eels. 

Possible Activities:Dinghy ride, snorkeling & hiking

Type of Landing:Dry landing 

Difficulty:Moderate / difficult 

Thank You!

We’re truly grateful you chose ECOTRAVELER ECUADOR for your adventure. Your support helps us continue sharing Ecuador’s natural wonders while promoting sustainable and responsible travel.

We hope your experience was unforgettable — full of birdsong, wild beauty, and meaningful moments.

Until your next journey,

🌿 The Ecotraveler Ecuador Team