Imagine visiting the same islands Charles Darwin did on your very own private catamaran. You don’t have to imagine it, because we’ve created it for you. Celebrity Xploration® is a 16-passenger intimate journey that’s perfect for family get-togethers, getaways with friends, or small groups who want to explore together. Designed for off the beaten path discovery, you’ll discover hidden gems like Los Lobos (named for sea lions) and Kicker Rock (the very icon of the Galápagos). Of course, a luxury venture wouldn’t be complete without a cozy stateroom, with a window or veranda offering a personal view of the amazing archipelago; a personal refrigerator stocked with beverages of your choice; room service; complimentary snorkelling equipment and wet suits; and more.
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Date
Port
Arrive
Depart
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Saturday, 12/6/25
About Baltra Galapagos
Baltra Island, also know as South Seymour, is typically the first place where tourists set foot, as the main Galapagos airport is located here. Dry and flat, it is ideal for this purpose but lacks other real draws for visitors. During World War II, the United States used the island as an Air Force base, primarily for protecting the Panama Canal.
Though Galapagos land animals are sparse, the grasslands of Baltra do provide habitat for several species of birds, from small ground finches and noddy terns to large brown pelicans and the prehistoric black frigate. Sea lions also can be spotted on occasion.
Dragon Hill, or "Cerro Dragon," is named after its population of land iguanas. The site offers a beautiful view of the landscape and two small brackish lagoons where flamingos and other shore birds occasionally feed. Along the trail, we'll cross a beautiful "white forest" of Palo Santo (incense) trees and Galapagos cotton plants. Excursion options include a high-intensity hike with swimming/snorkeling at the beach, high intensity snorkeling from a zodiac followed by a short walk and a low-intensity Zodiac ride along the coastline with optional dry landing for animal observation.
Located south of Santiago, the geology of Isla Rábida makes it stand out from the other Galápagos Islands, in that it consists primarily of spatter-cone volcanic lava and eroded hills in spectacular shades of red and brown. Visitors to Isla Rábida will land on the island's northern beach with its unusual maroon-colored sand. Upon arrival, they are likely to see sea lions and marine iguanas lazing in and around the nearby caves. Brown pelicans can be spotted nesting in the vegetation just inland from the beach, while masked and blue-footed boobies nest on the cliffs above.
Located in the highlands of San Cristóbal at an altitude of 700-meters, El Junco Lagoon is the only freshwater lake in the Galapagos. As you rise from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno to El Junco, you can see marked differences in climatic composition and, as a result, vegetative zones. The highland vegetation comprising of Miconia bushes and endemic tree ferns surrounds the lake, contributing to a lush landscape. Here you can also observe white-cheeked pintails and common gallinules.
Another common visitor site on the west side of San Cristóbal is Cerro Brujo (Wizard Hill), a white-sand beach (accessible by wet landing) that is the home to Sally Lightfoot crabs, marine iguanas, and sea lions.
The hub of most activity in the Galapagos, Puerto Ayora is a charming port town where sea, sun, seabirds and sailboats coexist in happy equilibrium. On the town’s outskirts, you will also find the headquarters to the world-renown Charles Darwin Research Station.
Puerto Ayora is a lively seaside town offering international cuisine, oceanfront hotels, outdoor bars, scuba diving schools and an avenue of boutiques with everything from tie-dyed sarongs to Panama hats.
Hood Island is the oldest island at around 3.5 million years and the southernmost in the chain.
Secluded from the other islands, wildlife on Hood Island adapted to the island's environment and natural resources. Marine iguanas on Hood Island are the only ones that change color during breeding season.
The Waved Albatross is found on the island. The island's steep cliffs serve as the perfect runways for these large birds which take off for their ocean feeding grounds near the mainland of Ecuador and Peru.
Hood Island has two visitor sites. Gardner Bay is a swimming and snorkeling site as well as offering a great beach. Punta Suarez has migrant, resident, and endemic wildlife including brightly colored Marine Iguana, Hood Island Lava Lizards, Hood Mockingbirds, Swallow-tailed Gulls, Blue-footed Booby,Red-Footed Booby and Nazca Boobies, Galapagos Hawks, a selection of Finch, and the Waved Albatross.
Gardner Bay is located at the east coast of the Spanish Island in the Galapagos Archipelago. It is a white coral beach full of sea lions, ideal for swimming and snorkelling, as well as can be seen several marine species in Galapagos. The white sand and calm of its clear waters invite relaxation.
Daphne Major and Daphne Minor are located between Santa Cruz and Santiago Islands. Most tourists are restricted from visiting these islands by the Galapagos National Park; however, the islands continue to be a popular stop for scientists researching the unique qualities of the Galapagos finches.
Highlights:
Birdwatching, including the Galapagos finches
Activities: Possible diving
Type of Landing: Dry landing at high tide only
Difficulty: Easy
Baltra Island, also know as South Seymour, is typically the first place where tourists set foot, as the main Galapagos airport is located here. Dry and flat, it is ideal for this purpose but lacks other real draws for visitors. During World War II, the United States used the island as an Air Force base, primarily for protecting the Panama Canal.
Though Galapagos land animals are sparse, the grasslands of Baltra do provide habitat for several species of birds, from small ground finches and noddy terns to large brown pelicans and the prehistoric black frigate. Sea lions also can be spotted on occasion.
Imagine visiting the same islands Charles Darwin did on your very own private catamaran. You don’t have to imagine it, because we’ve created it for you. Celebrity Xploration® is a 16-passenger intimate journey that’s perfect for family get-togethers, getaways with friends, or small groups who want to explore together. Designed for off the beaten path discovery, you’ll discover hidden gems like Los Lobos (named for sea lions) and Kicker Rock (the very icon of the Galápagos). Of course, a luxury venture wouldn’t be complete without a cozy stateroom, with a window or veranda offering a personal view of the amazing archipelago; a personal refrigerator stocked with beverages of your choice; room service; complimentary snorkelling equipment and wet suits; and more.
Year Built
2016
Capacity
16
Meeting Rooms
N/A
Year Refurbished
N/A
Elevators
N/A
Casino
N/A
Registry
Ecuador
Restaurants
N/A
Disco
N/A
Tonnage
320
Bars
N/A
Fitness Center
N/A
Cabins
8
Pools
N/A
Children's Program
N/A
Handicap Cabins
N/A
Theaters
N/A
Internet Cafe
N/A
Shops
N/A
Library
N/A
Spa
N/A
Cabin Categories | Decks
Elite Oceanview
Junior Suite
Ocean View
Suite
Cabin Details
Luxury lives here. Enjoy two convertible beds and exceptional ocean views.
Kick back and relax after a day of exploration and discovery in the sitting area and watch the world go by. Each ocean view stateroom on board Celebrity includes world-class amenities that all contribute to your modern luxury experience.
Every Suite on Celebrity Xploration will Include
Two lower beds, convertible to Queen
Dual voltage 110/220 AC
Plentiful storage space in on-suite bathroom & wardrobe
Flat screen TV’s
Direct-dial telephone
Individual safe
Desk
Thermostat-controlled air conditioning
Private refrigerator stocked with choice of beverages
Wi-Fi (available in public areas)
Room service (breakfast, lunch & dinner upon request)
Luggage delivery at boarding
Duvet cover
Pillow menu
300 thread count, 100% Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Complimentary use of premium bathrobes
Complimentary beach towel service
Binoculars for use
Luxury lives here. Enjoy two convertible beds and exceptional ocean views.
Kick back and relax after a day of exploration and discovery in the sitting area and watch the world go by. Each ocean view stateroom on board Celebrity includes world-class amenities that all contribute to your modern luxury experience.
Every Suite on Celebrity Xploration will Include
Two lower beds, convertible to Queen
Dual voltage 110/220 AC
Plentiful storage space in on-suite bathroom & wardrobe
Flat screen TV’s
Direct-dial telephone
Individual safe
Desk
Thermostat-controlled air conditioning
Private refrigerator stocked with choice of beverages
Wi-Fi (available in public areas)
Room service (breakfast, lunch & dinner upon request)
Luggage delivery at boarding
Duvet cover
Pillow menu
300 thread count, 100% Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Complimentary use of premium bathrobes
Complimentary beach towel service
Binoculars for use
Soak in sunsets on the equator from your private veranda in these elevated accommodations.
Soak up the suite experience with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that brings the stunning natural beauty of the Galapagos right to your doorstep. The Junior Suite creates a welcome retreat from a day of immersive Galapagos exploration.
Every Suite on Celebrity Xploration will Include
Two lower beds, convertible to Queen
Dual voltage 110/220 AC
Plentiful storage space in on-suite bathroom & wardrobe
Flat screen TV’s
Direct-dial telephone
Individual safe
Desk
Thermostat-controlled air conditioning
Private refrigerator stocked with choice of beverages
Wi-Fi (available in public areas)
Room service (breakfast, lunch & dinner upon request)
Luggage delivery at boarding
Duvet cover
Pillow menu
300 thread count, 100% Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Complimentary use of premium bathrobes
Complimentary beach towel service
Binoculars for use
Ocean View
Suite
Sun Deck
Upper Deck
Main Deck
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Departure Port:
Baltra Galapagos
Sailing Date:
Saturday, 12/06/25
Return Date:
Saturday, 12/13/25
Nights:
7
Ship:
Celebrity Xploration
Cruise Line:
Celebrity Cruises - Ocean
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