Galapagos Cruise led by Randal Keynes

Galapagos, Sealions, Basking on Gardner Bay

Why Join This Cruise

Explore The Galapagos Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's great wildlife destinations, escorted throughout by the great great-grandson of Charles Darwin, Randal Keynes
Travel onboard the aptly named The Beagle, one of the islands most popular sailing boats which we’ve specially chartered, renowned for her excellent itinerary and knowledgeable naturalist guide
A maximum group size of only 12, ensuring a very personalised and intimate journey, with rare behind-the-scenes-access at the Charles Darwin Research Centre, which is supported by this trip

Trip Overview
Specially arranged in collaboration with the Galapagos Conservation Trust and Charles Darwin Foundation, undertake this week long cruise of the magical Galapagos Island’s accompanied by noted writer and conservationist Randal Keynes. Randal is also the great great-grandson of Charles Darwin, who famously first brought The Galapagos to the world’s attention. Travelling onboard the sailing yacht The Beagle, specially chartered by Steppes Travel, you will explore the incredible richness and variety of the archipelago’s fauna and flora, with daily landings accompanied by both Randal and your highly experienced naturalist guide. Included on your last day in Galapagos is a rare and privileged visit behind-the-scenes at the Charles Darwin Research Centre, where you will be able to meet part of the research team whose critical work is supported by this trip.

For further information please contact Alex on 01285 880980 or email alex@steppestravel.co.uk

2011 Tour Date
30th October – 9th November 2011