FloreanaDensely studded with volcanic cones and relatively luxuriant. There are nesting areas for tropicbirds, shearwaters and noddies on the island, and a good lagoon for fl amingos and several sealion colonies. The submerged volcanic crater of Devil's Crown provides one of the best snorkelling sites in the Galapagos.lorem tellus. Sagitta HIGH The beautiful and spacious fi rst class, three-masted sailing ship Sagitta is 36 metres long. She accommodates 16 passengers on two decks and has a crew of nine. There are ten air-conditioned cabins, each with double lower and single upper berths. Each cabin has an en-suite bath and shower. There is a library, comfortable conference room, dining room and deck salons.The Sagitta usually visits North Seymour, Genovesa, Santa Cruz, Espanola, Floreana, Isabela, Fernandina and Bartolome.EspanolaMagnifi cent seabird colonies include blue-footed and masked boobies and swallow-tailed gulls. This is also the breeding site for the waved albatross (although the colonies are deserted from January to March).lorem tellus. The Cachalote MID The Cacahlote is a tourist class 21-metre ketch-rigged motor-sailor, carrying 16 passengers in eight double/twin cabins, each with private facilities (shower and toilet). The public areas include a bar and dining area, together with ample deck space spread over three decks. There is air-conditioning throughout. There are six crew members on board, including a naturalist guide.The Cachalote usually visits Baltra, Santa Cruz, Espanola, Isabela, Santiago and Bartolome.Or visit us on the web www.wildlifeworldwide.com131THE AMERICAS | GALAPAGOS

132SUGGESTED ITINERARYDay 1 Depart UK for Quito (via Madrid or Miami), 2-nights, Hotel Patio Andaluz Day 2 Free day to explore Quito (B) Day 3 Amazon jungle, 3-nights, Sacha Jungle Lodge. Explore the tributaries, forests and myriad wildlife in this pristine jungle environment (BLD) Day 6 Quito, 1-night, Hotel Patio Andaluz. (BLD) Day 7 Galapagos voyage, 7-nights, your choice of vessel. A cruise around the unique Galapagos archipelago for close encounters with the bird and marine life (BLD) Day 14 Guayaquil, 1-night, Hampton Inn. Day at leisure (B) Day 15 Depart Ecuador for the UK (B) Day 16 Arrive UKDeparture dates Throughout the yearCost per person Samba From £4530 (Jan - Jun, Aug - Nov), £4810 (Jul, Dec) Cacholote From £4640 (Jan - Apr, Aug, Nov), £4440 (May - mid Jun, Sep - Oct), £4920 (Jul, Dec) Santa Cruz From £5050 (Jan - Jun, Aug - Nov), £5330 (Jul, Dec) Isabella II From £5250 (Jan - Jun, Aug - Nov), £5530 (Jul, Dec) Beluga From £5340 (Jan - Apr, Aug, Nov), £5050 (May - mid Jun, Sep - Oct), £5610 (Jul, Dec) Sagitta From £5390 (Jan - Jun, Aug - Nov), £5670 (Jul, Dec) La Pinta From £6050 (Jan - Jun, Aug - Nov), £6330 (Jul, Dec)National Park Fee US$110 What's included Flights, transfers, meals as indicated, four nights hotel accommodation, three nights lodge accommodation and seven nights cabin accommodation, guided activities AMAZON AND THE GALAPAGOS A fantastic look at the wildlife of Ecuador and the Galapagos, this itinerary takes in the two foremost natural highlights - the Amazon and the Galapagos Islands.TAILOR-MADETalk to an expert 0845 130 6982ITINERARYDay 1 Depart UK for Ecuador. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel in Quito Day 2 Explore this picturesque city, resting beneath Pichincha Volcano Day 3 To the Galapagos and San Cristobal; bike ride around the island, stopping at the Interpretation Centre to learn the history of the Galapagos (BL) Day 5 Floreana: Glimpse dolphins and albatross and experience some of the Galapagos' best diving and snorkelling at Enderby Islet (BL) Day 6 Isabela: Get a bird's-eye view of this magical landscape from Sierra Negra Volcano (BL) Day 8 Santa Cruz: See amazing lava tunnels while taking in panoramic views of the islands. Head to Tortuga Bay to see the comical marine iguanas (BL) Day 9 Santa Fe/San Cristobal: Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station to meet the tortoises and iguanas brought back from the brink of extinction. Snorkel at Santa Fe among marine iguanas and surgeonfi sh (BL) Day 10 San Cristobal/Quito: Farewell the Galapagos Islands and return to the mainland Day 12 Depart Ecuador for the UK Day 13 Arrive UKDeparture dates Fortnightly year roundFlight inclusive cost per person From £2985Land only cost per person From £2010National Park Fee US$110What's included Flights (fl ight inclusive package only), transfers, meals as indicated, eleven nights hotel accommodation Tour code WGXFMax group size 16LAND-BASED GALAPAGOSHighlights. Snorkel amidst colourful marine life. See dolphins, iguanas and more.. Meet the tortoises at the Charles Darwin Research StationAmazing wildlife, both on land and underwater, is the drawcard of the remote Galapagos Islands. Discover the outstanding natural beauty, interesting history and unique wildlife by foot, boat and bike on this Galapagos adventure: Trace Darwin's Theory of Evolution, spot colourful, bizarre and beautiful creatures and have an experience that is completely out of this world.This is a great value trip to the Galapagos, which uses land-based accommodation, rather than a cruise. You'll stay at a variety of comfortable hotels on different islands, allowing us to keep the price down without compromising on the quality of the wildlife-viewing in this enchanted wonderland. GROUP TOUR