Photograph Galapagos
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Highlights
- Explore the stunning Galapagos Islands with world-class photographers, expedition leaders and lecturers
- The 96-passenger vessel is ideal: small enough to get in close, but big enough to go far afield
- Travel with top National Geographic photographers and certified photo instructors—at your side and at your service to inspire and assist you
- Take advantage of talks, presentations, slideshows and sharing events we call “laptop galleries.”
- All skill and interest levels are welcome; our expert photographers and instructors can meet you wherever you are on your journey. All you need to participate is a camera— point-and-shoot, smartphone, DSLR, whatever—and a sense of adventure. And you’re sure to return home with the best photos of your life
- Non-photographers have many activities and excursions available
- Enjoy a wellness program with elements ranging from kayaking and hiking, to exercises inspired by yoga and Pilates, massage therapy, and body treatments
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- 15 Nights on board the National Geographic Endeavour II
- 2 Nights Hotel Hilton Colon, Guayaquil
- All meals and non-alcoholic beverages (including cappuccinos, lattes & filtered water), hors d’oeuvres & snacks during Recap
- Fitness centre, plus wellness programming
- Fully stocked library, and other gracious public spaces
- The guidance and company of our expedition staff
- Excursions - including Zodiac & kayak explorations
- Snorkelling, including wetsuits, masks, fins & snorkel where relevant
- Presentations and guest speakers in the lounge
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Itinerary
Depart U.S. and arrive Guayaquil by late evening; it’s a short drive to the Hotel Hilton Colon, where we spend the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After the 1½ hour flight to Galápagos, we’ll board the ship. This afternoon we will begin to explore Galápagos with a landing at the beautiful Las Bachas beaches, lined with endemic coastal plants and protected saltwater lagoons.
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Disembark and fly to Guayaquil. The afternoon and evening are at your leisure at the Hotel Hilton Colon.
Meals: Breakfast
Depart Guayaquil this morning.
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- International or internal flights unless specified
- Airport transfers
- Taxes and excess baggage charges unless specified
- Meals other than those specified in the Trip Notes
- Visa and passport fees
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities and sightseeing and all personal expenses.
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