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Galapagos Northern Loop Cruise

Departure: Saturday, December 28, 2024
Nights: 7 nights
Departs: Isla Baltra
Returns: Isla Baltra
Return Trip
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Duration
7
Nights
Days at Sea
1
Sea Days
Ports
12
Ports
Countries Visted
1
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Galapagos Northern Loop Cruise

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Saturday, December 28, 2024 Isla Baltra, Ecuador Embark 3:00 PM
    View of Isla Baltra, Ecuador

    Isla Baltra is a small island in the Galapagos Archipelago of Ecuador. It is used by the Ecuadorian government as a military base, as well as by tourists. On boat trips look out for dolphins, whales and sharks, while accompanied by playful sea lions. Read more about Isla Baltra, Ecuador

    1 Saturday, December 28, 2024 Las Bachas, Ecuador 4:00 PM 6:00 PM
    View of Las Bachas, Ecuador

    The visitor site Las Bachas is located in northern part of Santa Cruz Island. It consists of two beaches that have a combined length of about 1 km. The visitor site includes the landing beach, and the beach continues to the remains of a floating dock abandoned by American soldiers in World War II. Read more about Las Bachas, Ecuador

    2 Sunday, December 29, 2024 Bahia Sullivan, Ecuador 7:30 AM 10:30 AM
    2 Sunday, December 29, 2024 Isla Bartolome, Ecuador 2:00 PM 4:30 PM
    View of Isla Bartolome, Ecuador

    Isla Bartolome is an islet and one of the younger islands in the Galápagos archipelago (Ecuador) that lies just off the east coast of Santiago Island. It consists of an extinct volcano and a variety of red, orange, green, and glistening black volcanic formations that result in some truly delightful landscapes. The volcanic cone is easy to climb and provides great views of the other islands. Read more about Isla Bartolome, Ecuador

    3 Monday, December 30, 2024 Urvina Bay, Ecuador 8:00 AM 11:00 AM
    View of Urvina Bay, Ecuador

    Urvina Bay (or Urbina Bay) is located at the foot of Alcedo Volcano, on the west coast of Isabela Island, the largest of the Galápagos Islands. They are a remote archipelago of equatorial volcanic islands situated in the eastern Pacific Ocean, about 955 km west of mainland Ecuador, of which they are a province. Urvina Bay is one of the best and the most recent example of geological uplift in the Galápagos. Read more about Urvina Bay, Ecuador

    3 Monday, December 30, 2024 Isabela Island (Caleta Tagus), Ecuador 3:00 PM 5:00 PM
    View of Isabela Island (Caleta Tagus), Ecuador

    The Galápagos Islands are located across the Equator in the eastern Pacific Ocean, 973 km off the west coast of South America. The closest land mass is that of mainland Ecuador, the country to which they belong. The largest of the islands, Isabela - aka Caleta Tagus - with an area of 827 sq.km. Read more about Isabela Island (Caleta Tagus), Ecuador

    4 Tuesday, December 31, 2024 Isla Fernandina, Ecuador 7:30 AM 11:30 AM
    View of Isla Fernandina, Ecuador

    Isla Fernandina is the third largest and youngest island of the Galápagos Islands of Ecuador. It is in fact an active shield volcano that has been erupting since 2009, and consequently has a mostly rocky surface and does not have much plant life apart from the mangrove forests. Punta Espinoza is a narrow stretch of land where hundreds of marine iguanas gather in large groups on black lava rocks that seem to be moving. Read more about Isla Fernandina, Ecuador

    4 Tuesday, December 31, 2024 Vicente Roca Point (Isabela)
    5 Wednesday, January 1, 2025 Puerto Egas, Ecuador 7:30 AM 11:00 AM
    View of Puerto Egas, Ecuador

    Puerto Egas is one of the most popular sites in the Galápagos archipelago of Ecuador and lies south of James Bay on the island of Santiago. The island consists of two overlapping volcanoes, the tallest of which has a height of 907m. Due to great volcanic activity in the past, it has a fantastic black sand beach. Read more about Puerto Egas, Ecuador

    5 Wednesday, January 1, 2025 Playa Espumilla, Santiago, Ecuador 3:00 PM 6:00 PM
    6 Thursday, January 2, 2025 Puerto Ayora, Ecuador 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Puerto Ayora, Ecuador

    Puerto Ayora is on the island of Santa Cruz centrally located in the Galapagos Archipelago of Ecuador. While small enough to explore by foot, there are taxis to assist with travel. There are also water taxis that enable visitors to look out for dolphins, whales and sharks, while they are surrounded by playful sea lions. Read more about Puerto Ayora, Ecuador

    7 Friday, January 3, 2025 Genovesa, Ecuador 7:30 AM 11:45 AM
    View of Genovesa, Ecuador

    Genovesa Island consists of a single shield volcano, with a small lake-filled crater, in the Galápagos Islands of Ecuador in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Although there have been no historic eruptions on the island, the volcano should be considered active, though dormant. The landing site for Darwin Bay is a small beach at the end of the bay, and provides one of the best opportunities to see hammerhead sharks while snorkelling. Read more about Genovesa, Ecuador

    7 Friday, January 3, 2025 Genovesa, Ecuador 2:30 PM 6:00 PM
    View of Genovesa, Ecuador

    Genovesa Island consists of a single shield volcano, with a small lake-filled crater, in the Galápagos Islands of Ecuador in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Although there have been no historic eruptions on the island, the volcano should be considered active, though dormant. The landing site for Darwin Bay is a small beach at the end of the bay, and provides one of the best opportunities to see hammerhead sharks while snorkelling. Read more about Genovesa, Ecuador

    8 Saturday, January 4, 2025 Isla North Seymour, Ecuador 6:00 AM 7:00 AM
    View of Isla North Seymour, Ecuador

    Uninhabited North Seymour Island is a tiny low island off the northern tip of Baltra Island in the Galápagos Islands, Ecuador. They are a remote archipelago of equatorial volcanic islands situated in the eastern Pacific Ocean, about 955 km west of mainland Ecuador, of which they are a province. The islands form a national park, and a biological marine reserve, where wildlife is the most notable feature. Read more about Isla North Seymour, Ecuador

    8 Saturday, January 4, 2025 Isla Baltra, Ecuador 8:00 AM Disembark
    View of Isla Baltra, Ecuador

    Isla Baltra is a small island in the Galapagos Archipelago of Ecuador. It is used by the Ecuadorian government as a military base, as well as by tourists. On boat trips look out for dolphins, whales and sharks, while accompanied by playful sea lions. Read more about Isla Baltra, Ecuador

  • Ship

    Celebrity Xploration Overview

    Celebrity Xploration

    The Celebrity Xploration is a luxurious yacht designed for exploring the stunning Galapagos Islands. With a capacity of just 16 guests, the ship offers an intimate and personalized experience, with an attentive crew of 12 catering to your every need. The cabins are elegantly appointed, featuring large windows and private bathrooms with luxurious amenities. The ship also boasts an open-air lounge and dining area, where guests can enjoy delicious meals prepared by the ship's talented chefs while taking in the breathtaking views.

  • Cabins

    Celebrity Xploration Cabins

    Junior Suite

    Junior Suite

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    Cabin Types

    XJ

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    Stateroom Size: 225 sq. ft.Soak in sunsets on the equator from your private veranda in these elevated accommodations.- Private veranda- Large picture windows- Plentiful storage space- Double bed (cannot be separated)- Sitting area- Laundry service*- Private safe- Dual voltage 110/220 AC outlets*Additional Charges may apply.

    Deluxe Guarantee

    Deluxe Guarantee

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    With this selection, you are guaranteed to receive a stateroom within a selected category class, anywhere on the ship. However, the actual room assignment and location on the ship may be determined at any time after your reservation has been completed and paid in full up to the day of sailing.

    Oceanview Elite

    Oceanview Elite

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    Cabin Types

    XE

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    Stateroom Size: 190 sq. ft. - Large picture windows- Plentiful storage- Two lower beds, convertible to King- Room service- Dual voltage 110/220AC- Flat screen TVs with DVD players. Direct-dial telephone. Thermostat-controlled air conditioning. Private refrigerator. - Dining and 24 hour room service*- Private mini-bar*- Private safe*Additional Charges may apply.

    Oceanview

    Oceanview

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    With this selection, you are guaranteed to receive a stateroom within a selected category class, anywhere on the ship. However, the actual room assignment and location on the ship may be determined at any time after your reservation has been completed and paid in full up to the day of sailing.

  • Deck Plans

    Celebrity Xploration Deck Plans

    Legend

    • Convertible sofa bed
    • One upper berth
    • Connecting staterooms
    • Inside stateroom door location
    • Wheelchair accessible stateroom
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  • Galapagos Northern Loop Cruise

    Cruiseline: Celebrity Cruises Ship: Celebrity Xploration Departure: Saturday, December 28, 2024 Nights: 7 nights Departs: Isla Baltra Returns: Isla Baltra

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