2016 -2017 Exploration Chart & Description* DAY 1 - MONDAY Arrival at Pikaia Lodge - Morning check-in at Guayaquil or Quito international airports. The flight time from Quito to Guayaquil is 40 minutes. There is a 40-minute transit in Guayaquil Airport. Flight time from Guayaquil to the Islands is 1 hour and 40 minutes. FLIGHTS FROM QUITO TO GALAPAGOS (GPS/BALTRA) FLIGHTS FROM GUAYAQUIL TO GALAPAGOS (GPS/BALTRA) DAY DEPARTURE ARRIVAL AIRLINE DAY DEPARTURE ARRIVAL AIRLINE Monday 08:05 10:40 LAN - XL1551 Monday 09:40 10:40 LAN - XL1551 Monday 09:00 11:30 TAME - EQ193 Monday 10:40 11:30 TAME - EQ193 Monday 09:30 12:05 LAN - XL1553 Monday 11:03 12:05 LAN - XL1553 - Guests will have access to the VIP Lounge at Baltra Airport (GPS). Our representatives meet guests and take them to the Itabaca Channel for a seven-minute ferry crossing to Santa Cruz Island followed by a 50-minute scenic trip in private transport to Pikaia Lodge. - Check-in at the Lodge. - Lunch at Evolution Restaurant or on the Pool Terrace. - Guests are given a chance to relax and familiarize themselves with the Lodge environment and facilities. We recommend visiting Sumaq Spa for a relaxing and pampering treatment, a swim in the Infinity Pool, workout in our gym, walking, jogging or cycling the 3.5 km of trails within the boundaries. There is a good chance of encountering resident giant tortoises within the property. - In the afternoon, briefing with a complementary welcome cocktail is offered at DNA Bar. - Dinner at Evolution Restaurant. After dinner a 3D HD documentary on Galapagos filmed by Sir David Attenborough, will be shown in the Homo Sapiens Explorers Lounge (1/3). FOR THIS PACKAGE, GUESTS ARRIVE EACH MONDAY, ALL YEAR ROUND GALAPAGOS ISLANDS Genovesa Pinta Marchena Santiago Fernandina Isabela Floreana Española San Cristobal South Plaza Baltra North Seymour Bartolome Rabida Santa Cruz Santa Fe Bartolome I. Mosquera Island South Plaza I. Pikaia Lodge Baltra Island Puerto Ayora North Seymour I. Santa Fe I. Santa Cruz Itabaca Channel Chinese Hat 7-NIGHT EXPLORATION PACKAGE CHECK OUT Bartolome Island ___ Chinese Hat CHECK IN North Seymour ___ Bachas Beach SANTA CRUZ CHECK OUT North Seymour ___ Mosquera Island Santa Fe Island ___ S. Plaza Island SANTA CRUZ SANTA CRUZ SANTA CRUZ MONDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY FULL DAY PIKAIA I YACHT EXPLORATION HALF DAY LAND EXPLORATION 7-NIGHT EXPLORATION PACKAGE
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2016 -2017 Exploration Chart & Description*
DAY 1 - MONDAY
Arrival at Pikaia Lodge
- Morning check-in at Guayaquil or Quito international airports. The flight time from Quito to Guayaquil is 40 minutes. There is a 40-minute transit in Guayaquil Airport. Flight time from Guayaquil to the Islands is 1 hour and 40 minutes.
FLIGHTS FROM QUITO TO GALAPAGOS (GPS/BALTRA) FLIGHTS FROM GUAYAQUIL TO GALAPAGOS (GPS/BALTRA) DAY DEPARTURE ARRIVAL AIRLINE DAY DEPARTURE ARRIVAL AIRLINE
Monday 08:05 10:40 LAN - XL1551 Monday 09:40 10:40 LAN - XL1551 Monday 09:00 11:30 TAME - EQ193 Monday 10:40 11:30 TAME - EQ193 Monday 09:30 12:05 LAN - XL1553 Monday 11:03 12:05 LAN - XL1553
- Guests will have access to the VIP Lounge at Baltra Airport (GPS). Our representatives meet guests and take them to the Itabaca Channel for a seven-minute ferry crossing to Santa Cruz Island followed by a 50-minute scenic trip in private transport to Pikaia Lodge.
- Check-in at the Lodge.
- Lunch at Evolution Restaurant or on the Pool Terrace.
- Guests are given a chance to relax and familiarize themselves with the Lodge environment and facilities. We recommend visiting Sumaq Spa for a relaxing and pampering treatment, a swim in the Infinity Pool, workout in our gym, walking, jogging or cycling the 3.5 km of trails within the boundaries. There is a good chance of encountering resident giant tortoises within the property.
- In the afternoon, briefing with a complementary welcome cocktail is offered at DNA Bar.
- Dinner at Evolution Restaurant. After dinner a 3D HD documentary on Galapagos filmed by Sir David Attenborough, will be shown in the Homo Sapiens Explorers Lounge (1/3).
FOR THIS PACKAGE, GUESTS ARRIVE EACH MONDAY, ALL YEAR ROUND
DAY 2 - TUESDAY Half day land exploration at Santa Cruz Island
Each morning activities are planned according to weather conditions and tide charts. Guest will join groups of maximum 16 people for the land tours, and two or three activities will be chosen from the list below.
LAND ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE
Los Gemelos Sinkholes & Scalesia Forest
Giant tortoises farm in Rancho Chato II
Volcanic craters and giant tortoises at Cerro Mesa
Lava tunnels
Tortuga Bay Beach
Charles Darwin Scientific Research Center
Garrapatero Beach
ACTIVITIES NOT INCLUDED APPROX. COST
Scuba Diving
Sea Kayaking
Mountain Biking
Catch & Release Fishing
$ 270 per day *
$ 40 / $ 200 *
$ 40 *
$ 1200 * + $ 60 per person
* Subject to guest requirement
Guests can relax and enjoy their days at the Lodge independently as well. Mountain bikes, helmets, snorkelling equipment and wetsuits are available without charge at the front desk or onboard our yacht. It is recommended to pre-book early to take advantage of any optional third-party activities not included in the package.
All extra activities, such as mountain biking, kayaking, catch and release fishing and diving, might have an extra cost (e.g. taxis, gear, guides, depending on activity and time.) Please note that these optional programs are not carried out by the hotel. While we work with well-known and specialized local tour operators, we cannot accept any responsibility for their activities or services.
TIME ACTIVITY OR SERVICE 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Full American breakfast at Pikaia Lodge
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Morning land exploration program
1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Lunch at the Lodge
From 2:30 p.m. Afternoon at leisure
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Dinner at Evolution Restaurant
After dinner a 3D HD documentary on Galapagos by Sir Attenborough will be shown in our Explorers Lounge (2/3)
DAY 3 - WEDNESDAY
Yacht exploration to Bartolomé Island and Chinese Hat
The yacht cruise is a full-day program onboard Pikaia I Yacht. Private cabins are assigned and guests have the option to have breakfast onboard. On arrival on the island, the morning offers hiking or snorkeling activities until midday. Lunch buffet with traditional Ecuadorian food is served while the yacht sails to the next point of visit for an afternoon exploration.
Two hours before sunset the yacht sets sail for Pikaia Lodge. While sailing, our guests can rest, shower, or freshen up in their air-conditioned private cabins, soak in the jacuzzi, watch a Galapagos documentary, join a discussion with guides, sunbathe or watch for seabirds or dolphins.
PikaiaLodge
Baltra
Puerto Ayora
El Chato &Lava tunnels
Bachas Beach Itabaca Channel Bahia Borrero
Piedra Ahogada
Daphne Mayor
GarrapateroBeach
Playa EscondidaBeach
CascajoCamote
Cerro Mesa
Los Gemelos Craters& Scalesia Forest
Tortuga Bay Beach
La Fé
Charles Darwin S.R.C.
Santa Rosa
Bellavista
Santa CruzIsland
TIME ACTIVITY OR SERVICE
5:20 a.m. Coffee station at Pikaia Lodge reception
6:00 a.m. Board Lodge transport for a 50-minute ride to port
7:00 a.m. Sailing departure from Itabaca Channel
7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Breakfast onboard Pikaia I Yacht
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Morning visit to Bartolomé Island / Dry landing
12:00 p.m. Buffet lunch onboard Pikaia I Yacht
1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Afternoon visit to Chinese Hat / Wet landing
7:00 p.m. Guests arrive at Pikaia Lodge
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Dinner at Evolution Restaurant
After dinner a 3D HD documentary on Galapagos by Sir Attenborough will be shown in our Explorers Lounge (3/3)
Bartolomé Island Interesting flora & fauna:
o 300+ stairs to the summit of Bartolomé Island o Breath-taking panoramic views of
Pinnacle Rock with Santiago Island behind o Pink and white sand beaches o Beautiful snorkeling o Galapagos penguins o White tip and Galapagos Sharks o Rays o Hordes of Sea Lions o Variety of tropical Fish o Green sea turtles o Lava Herons o Sally light-foot Crabs o Galapagos Hawks o Lava Cacti
Chinese Hat Interesting flora & fauna:
o This islet of Santiago is one of the smallest Island and is shaped like an old-fashioned Chinaman’s hat
o Volcanic origin o Gorgeous beach o Bright red Sally light-foot crabs o Marine iguanas o Endemic Galapagos sea lions o Lava lizards o Lava field o American oystercatcher o Galapagos penguin o Excellent snorkelling spot o Spectacular marine life o White-tipped reef sharks
DAY 4 - THURSDAY
Half day land exploration at Santa Cruz Island
TIME ACTIVITY OR SERVICE 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Full American breakfast at Pikaia Lodge
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Morning land exploration program
1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Lunch at the Lodge
From 2:30 p.m. Afternoon at leisure
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Dinner at Evolution Restaurant
DAY 5 - FRIDAY
Yacht exploration to Santa Fe Island and South Plaza Island
TIME ACTIVITY OR SERVICE 5:20 a.m. Coffee station at Pikaia Lodge reception
6:30 a.m. Board Lodge transport for a 50-minute ride to port
7:00 a.m. Sailing departure from Academy Bay
8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Breakfast onboard Pikaia I Yacht
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Morning visit to Santa Fe Island / Wet landing
12:00 p.m. Buffet lunch onboard Pikaia I Yacht
1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Afternoon visit to South Plaza Island / Dry landing
7:00 p.m. Guests arrive at Pikaia Lodge
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Dinner at Evolution Restaurant
Santa Fe Island Interesting flora & fauna:
o White sand beach o Opuntia (Prickly Pear) Forest o Hordes of sea lions o Galapagos hawk o Cactus finch o Marine and Barrington land iguanas. o Galapagos snake o Fantastic snorkeling
South Plaza Island Interesting flora & fauna:
o Gordon Rocks o Hordes of sea lions and fur seals o Red-billed tropicbirds o Swallow-tailed gulls o Blue-footed Boobies o Land iguanas o Opuntia (Prickly Pear) trees o Sesuvium plants o Green portulaca
DAY 6 - SATURDAYYacht exploration to North Seymour Island and Mosquera Island
TIME ACTIVITY OR SERVICE
6:20 a.m. Coffee station at Pikaia Lodge reception
7:00 a.m. Board Lodge transport for a 50-minute ride to port
8:00 a.m. Sailing departure from Itabaca Channel
8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Breakfast onboard Pikaia I Yacht
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Morning visit to North Seymour Island /Dry landing
12:00 p.m. Buffet lunch onboard Pikaia I Yacht
1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Afternoon visit to Mosquera Island / Wet landing
7:00 p.m. Guests arrive at Pikaia Lodge
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Dinner at Evolution Restaurant
North Seymour Interesting Flora & Fauna:
o Abundant birdlife o Hordes of sea lions o Hammerhead sharks o Marine turtles o Land and marine Iguanas o Colony of frigate bird o Blue footed Boobies o Holy Wood forest
Mosquera Island Interesting Flora & Fauna:
o Beautiful flat beach walk along the white sand beaches separates by barren lava rocks
o Hordes of sea lions everywhere o Yellow crowned herons o Lava gulls
DAY 7 - SUNDAY
Half day land exploration at Santa Cruz Island
TIME ACTIVITY OR SERVICE
7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Full American breakfast at Pikaia Lodge
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Morning land exploration program
1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Lunch at the Lodge
From 2:30 p.m. Afternoon at leisure
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Dinner at Evolution Restaurant
DAY 8 - MONDAY
Departure
- Hotel check-out time according to flights.
- Transport to Baltra Island Airport and check-in for return flight to Guayaquil or Quito, assisted by Pikaia Lodge representatives.
*Exploration programs are non-transferable, non-refundable and are subject to changes.
Pikaia Lodge: Km. 13 via El Camote 100 m de Cerro Mesa Santa Cruz, Galapagos, Ecuador Phone: +593 5303 2056 |+593 5303 2058 www.pikaialodge.com
Headquarters & Reservations:
Av. J. Tanca Marengo Km 1.8 Edificio Conauto, 5to piso
