 
Classic Galapagos Aboard the Letty
Galapagos tours and cruises with NHA are the best in the Galapagos Islands... guaranteed!
Trip Overview
- Cruise among the islands’ prolific wildlife aboard an intimate, well-appointed yacht
- Swim & snorkel with sea lions, sunbathe with iguanas, and kayak among whales and dolphins
- Learn about scientists’ conservation work at the Charles Darwin Research Station
 Six hundred miles off the coast of Ecuador, surrounded by open ocean, a volcanic archipelago straddles the equator. The Galapagos Islands, forged of black lava and named for the giant tortoises that are among its most noted inhabitants, are like nowhere else in the world. Home to a profuse array of wildlife, the islands offer an immersion in nature that feels primeval, where lizards and penguins and bluefooted boobies share the beaches with us, unconcerned by our presence. Herman Melville called the Galapagos “Las Encantadas,” or Enchanted Isles, an apt moniker for a realm that remains otherworldly, even today.
Check out our Galapagos Islands conservation website: www.aboutgalapagos.com
Location of Adventure
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Group Size Limit: Approximately 20 Travelers
A very important feature of our trips is the limited group size as nature expeditions are best experienced with smaller sized groups of travelers.
Included
Accommodations, meals from breakfast on Day 2 to breakfast on Day 11 (except lunch and dinner on Day 10- no lunches or dinners included in Quito for independent trips), bottled or purified water, services of NHA’s professional Expedition Leaders, local guides and boat crew, some gratuities, airport transfers, Otavalo Market or Quito City Tour excursion, use of wetsuits and snorkel gear on all scheduled departures, permit fees.
Not Included
Travel to and from Quito, R/T air Quito to Galapagos ($420 for adults, $220 for children under 12), most gratuities, beer and liquor at hotels and on board, Galapagos tax and transit card (approx.$110 for adults, $60 for children under 12, collected in advance), airport departure tax (approx $40), items of a personal nature (phone calls, laundry, etc.), travel insurance, optional activities.
Physical Requirements
Easy/Moderate/Flexible
The activities on this trip are easy to moderate (depending on activities each guest selects to participate in) and diverse for all travelers, although getting in and out of the pangas can result in a wet boot now and again. Island trails may be rough and uneven. Those interested in longer excursions may be able to do so in the company of our Expedition Leader(s), depending on the park restrictions. Snorkeling can be a big component of this trip with nearly daily excursions offered (no experience required). Travelers are not required to participate in every activity.
Important Information about This Trip
Perhaps nowhere else on earth is a more appropriate destination for Natural Habitat travelers than the Galapagos Islands. With rare and friendly wildlife found at every turn, our Expedition Leaders are able to unveil the beauty and intricacies of nature in a warm and intimate manner. The key to the success of our Galapagos adventures is the small group size. On The M/V Letty we accommodate just 20 guests and two Expedition Leaders. We break down into even smaller groups when on land. The splitting of the group also serves to allow our guests to move at their chosen pace, although it is important that guests be able to walk on some uneven terrain up to a mile or two, as well as disembark the panga in sometimes rough conditions. In addition to land excursions, we will have the opportunity to snorkel almost every day while in the islands. Another very important and exciting element of this trip is that we are afforded a unique opportunity to stay in the highlands of Santa Cruz at our firstclass camp, a private property with walk-in safari tents and classic outfitted tree houses overlooking the Pacific. On this private land the islands’ famed tortoises roam freely and give us a unique look at the islands in days gone by.
Getting There & Getting Home
Arrive in Quito, Ecuador anytime on Day 1, and depart anytime on Day 11. We are prepared to handle all your round-trip travel arrangements, including flights for your extensions. We can serve you best if Natural Habitat Adventures’ Travel Desk makes these reservations for you, as they are intimately familiar with the special requirements of this program and can arrange the most efficient and cost effective travel for you.
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11 Days
2010 Dates
Scheduled Departures
Nov 19 - 29
Dec 17 - 27*
2011 Dates
Scheduled Departures
Jan 21 - 31 (low season)
Feb 25 - Mar 7 (low season)
Mar 18 - 28
Mar 25 - Apr 4
Apr 15 - 25
Apr 29 - May 9
May 6 - 16*
May 20 - 30
Jun 10 - 20
Jun 24 - Jul 4
Jul 8 - 18
Aug 5 - 15
Sep 2 - 12* (low season)
Nov 18 - 28
Dec 23 - Jan 2**
* = Photo Departure, $500 surcharge.
** = Holiday Departure, $400 surcharge.
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Please note: In some cases a minimum number of travelers may be required to maintain exclusivity of our scheduled departures.
Independent Departures
For those travelers whose schedules require travel at a time when NHA does not have a scheduled departure, we can book you on similar ships on alternate dates. Trips begin in Quito every Thursday, Friday or Saturday depending on the ship chosen. The fees are similar and dependent on ship and date selected. Please call us at 1-800-543-8917 for availability.
Family Departures
We have scheduled family trips which are specially designed so parents, children and grandparents can enjoy the wonders of the Galapagos in a manner that best meets families' needs. For Family Departures in Summer 2009, please see our "Family Galapagos Islands" page. Some families prefer to charter their own vessel which we can easily arrange. Please call us for details: 1-800-543-8917.
Private Group Charters
Natural Habitat Adventures offers private charters of several different vessels. These charters are great for family, friend, or corporate groups and provide privacy and flexibility amidst one of nature’s greatest sites. For full details and pricing call our Adventure Specialists at 1-800-543-8917.
2010 Fees
HIGH SEASON
Iguana (Category 1) $4,595
Booby (Category 2) $4,795
Dolphin (Category 3) $4,995
2011 Fees
HIGH SEASON
Iguana (Category 1) $5,095
Booby (Category 2) $5,395
Dolphin (Category 3) $5,695
LOW SEASON
Iguana (Category 1) $4,895
Booby (Category 2) $5,195
Dolphin (Category 3) $5,495
Children 14 and under will receive a $500 discount off all departures. Children must be at least 7 years old to participate in this trip.
Single Supplement
If available, 1.25 times regular rate on a first come, first served basis on our scheduled trips only. If requested, we can also match you with a roommate during your stay on the boat. If one is not available, you will not be charged the single supplement for the boat portion of the trip, but you will be required to pay the $295 supplement for the land portion of the program.
Deposit: $500 (non-refundable)
Please note: We reserve the right to upgrade cabins at our discretion in order to accommodate matches for willing to share passengers.
Other options and vessels are available for independent departures. Please call our Adventure Specialists for 2010 & 2011 rates: 800-543-8917.
Prices are per person based on double occupancy and are given in US Dollars. Prices may increase for 2012.
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