Silver Origin, Galapagos North Central ex Baltra to San Cristobal
Cruise Line Silversea Cruises
Ship Silver Origin
Destination South America
Nights 7
Departure Date 17 Jul 2021
Description 7 Night Cruise sailing from Baltra to San Cristobal aboard Silver Origin.

Much more than a destination, discover the islands’ heritage as a living museum for all humanity. Get to know the Galápagos’ inhabitants - from the red-footed, blue-footed and Nazca Boobies, to marine iguanas and sea lions - just a part of what you’ll experience on this voyage. Every corner of this central/northern itinerary will inspire you just as it inspired Charles Darwin almost two centuries ago.

Highlights of this cruise:

Baltra
Baltra Island, or Isla Baltra, is a small island of the Galápagos Islands. Also known as South Seymour, Baltra is a small flat island located near the center of the Galápagos.The island is very arid and vegetation consists of salt bushes, prickly pear cactus and palo santo trees. It is the only island of the Galápagos which is not part of the national park, but navy territory. This is also the reason why there are no visitor sites on the islands.

The main airport of the Galapagos Islands is located on Baltra island. There are a few souvenir shops near the airport, however most people just stay long enough to take the bus to Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz (Galapagos) or to the docks to go to their cruiseboat.

Bahia Darwin, Genovesa
At Genovesa Island the ship tucks into Darwin Bay, an ancient volcanic crater now flooded by the sea. Zodiacs land on a picturesque sandy beach where Galapagos sea lions often rest on the fine, white sand. Explorations along the shore may reveal marine iguanas looking like prehistoric dinosaurs in miniature. By heading inland a short distance visitors could encounter seabirds of all shapes and sizes nesting in the vegetation. Scores of immature Red-footed Boobies perch on branches within an arm’s reach of the path. In addition, watch for Great Frigatebirds and Yellow-crowned Night Herons along the walk.

Bahia Sullivan, Santiago
The lava fields of Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island will inevitably remind visitors of the surface of the moon. As brilliant red Sally Lightfoot crabs scuttle along the black volcanic shores, learn about the formation of the islands through geological forces from your guides. The lava flows here are just over one hundred years old and date back to 1897. The lava took on a rope-like appearance and geologists have adopted a Hawaiian word, pahoehoe, as the technical name for this kind of volcanic rock. After walking the exposed rocky terrain, it is a welcoming sensation to return to the sandy beach and get ready for a swim or a snorkel.

Rabida
Rabida Island has received accolades for being one of the most exotic spots on earth and while it is small in size, the island is dramatic in scale. Rugged red cliffs rise from the sea and Zodiacs land onto a beach of dark red sand colored by iron ore. Ghost crabs and Galapagos sea lion pups often rest on the russet sands. Further inland, the rusty sand gives way to shrubby coastal vegetation dominated by prickly-pear cactus. Common Cactus Finches feed on the yellow flowers while Darwin finches and lava lizards skitter across the path in search of food.

Punta Suarez, Espanloa
Punta Suárez lies at the western point of Española, the oldest island in the Galápagos. Sheer cliffs provide superb thermals for seabirds and you may spot Swallow-tailed Gulls, Nazca Boobies and Blue-footed Boobies on the breeze. The largest seabird to nest in the Galapagos Islands is the Waved Albatross. These ocean wanderers can be seen seasonally here from April through December, when pairs reunite on Española, going through an elaborate pair-bonding display. Mockingbirds, doves, and occasional Galápagos Hawks can also be seen on the point, along with sea lions and colorful marine iguanas.

San Cristobal, Ecuador
Like so many of the islands in the Galapagos, San Cristobal is formed by dormant volcanoes. It lies to the east of the archipelago and is one of the oldest islands in the group. Approximately 6,000 people live on the island, making their living from tourism, fishing, in government offices, or off the rich volcanic soils with some limited farming existing in the highlands. Puerto Baquerizo Moreno on the southwestern tip of the island is the capital city of the Galapagos Islands. A statue of Charles Darwin graces the harbor, marking one of the first places he likely stepped ashore in the 1830s.
Sailing Dates
  • 27 Feb 2021
  • 13 Mar 2021
  • 27 Mar 2021
  • 10 Apr 2021
  • 24 Apr 2021
  • 08 May 2021
  • 22 May 2021
  • 05 Jun 2021
  • 19 Jun 2021
  • 03 Jul 2021
  • 17 Jul 2021
  • 31 Jul 2021
  • 14 Aug 2021
  • 28 Aug 2021
  • 11 Sep 2021
  • 25 Sep 2021
Prices
Category Twin Per Person Single Per Person
CV - Classic Veranda Suite AU $17,000 Request Price
SV - Superior Veranda Suite AU $18,700 Request Price
DX - Deluxe Veranda Suite AU $19,800 Request Price
ME - Medallion Suite AU $24,900 Request Price
R1 - Royal Suite AU $33,400 Request Price
G1 - Grand Suite AU $38,800 Request Price
O1 - Owner's Suite AU $45,500 Request Price
Itinerary

Cruise Itinerary

DayDateActivityArriveDepart
1 17/07 Baltra, Galapagos Is 04:30 PM
1 17/07 Daphne Island, Galapagos 05:30 PM 00:30 AM
2 18/07 Darwin Bay, Galapagos Islands 06:45 AM
2 18/07 El Barranco, Genovesa 10:00 PM
3 19/07 Seymour Norte, Ecuador 03:00 AM 12:30 PM
3 19/07 Bahia Sullivan, Santiago 02:30 PM 04:30 AM
4 20/07 Rabida, Galapagos Islands 06:45 AM 12:00 PM
4 20/07 Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos 02:30 PM 11:00 PM
5 21/07 Cerro Colorado, Galapagos 07:00 AM 12:00 PM
5 21/07 Punta Pitt, San Cristobal, Galapagos Islands 03:00 PM 10:30 PM
6 22/07 Bahia Gardner, Galapagos Islands 03:30 AM 10:30 PM
6 22/07 Punta Suarez, Galapagos Islands 01:45 PM 10:00 PM
7 23/07 Puerto Ayora, Galapagos Is 03:15 AM 12:00 PM
7 23/07 South Plaza island, Galapagos Islands 02:30 PM 10:00 PM
8 24/07 San Cristobal Is, Galapagos Is 01:45 PM
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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