Galapagos Offers March 2023

EXCLUSIVE ADVENTURES EXCLUSIVE OFFERS

SAVINGS

ON SELECTED DOOR-2-DOOR-FARES

10% or 500$ SHIPBOARD CREDIT PER SUITE (US DOLLAR)

Through many years of exploring this archipelago, we have been privileged to truly understand the soul of the Galápagos Islands, whether it is the endemic wildlife, the rare plant life or the stunning landscape. Enjoy the comfort of our purpose-built, environmentally conscious Silver Origin accommodating only 100 guests and benefit from the intimate atmosphere of a small ship, first-class service, excellent gourmet cuisine and once-in-a-lifetime experiences led by our renowned multilingual expedition leaders. Now it is the time to plan your voyage to this legendary archipelago. Take advantage of 10% savings on select door-to-door all-inclusive fares or receive a USD $500 shipboard credit per suite when booking by March 31, 2023.

YOUR IMMERSIVE EXPEDITION

Travel deeper into the Galápagos

OUR EXPERTS ENRICH THE EXPERIENCE

Work your curiosity with a Galápagos cruise. Discover the most fascinating aspects of the region in advanced lectures and one-on-one discussions, from being introduced to Blue-footed Boobies and endemic species to learning about the work of Charles Darwin. Accompanying your in-depth exploration will be a hand-picked team of multilingual experts to enrich your voyage—all certified by the Galápagos National Park and permanent residents of the islands—forming the highest ratio of qualified guides-to-guests in the archipelago (1:10). Venture ashore on the largest fleet of Zodiacs in the Galápagos, accompanied by the same team of experts—10 naturalists and a photographer. What’s more, we’ll make it easy for you – with complimentary usage of wetsuits and snorkelling equipment and a complementary backpack and water bottle, so you can be the envy of your friends back home. As if that wasn’t enough, it’s all included, so you won’t ever miss a thing.

ZODIAC® CRUISING

Silver Origin has the highest Zodiac-to-guest ratio in the archipelago (1:12.5), meaning you will have more opportunities to explore the islands. Accompanied by our expert naturalists, you will enjoy immersive Zodiac tours to discover the remarkable ecosystems of each island—both on the water and venturing ashore. Thanks to the Zodiacs’ versatility, you are sure to get close to the action.

GROUP HIKES

Your most remarkable memories from the Galápagos Islands will likely come from a simple hike through these vibrant lands, which teem with endemic flora and fauna species. Look to the skies to see Blue- and Red-footed Boobies, Galápagos Hawks, and Darwin’s Finches; navigate ancient lava fields on Isabela Island; and ask your accompanying expert for information on Charles Darwin, who walked these lands before you.

ACTIVE KAYAKINGN

With our naturalists on hand to point out interesting spectacles, you’ll take to the water to form an even closer bond with Mother Nature. Kayak around Darwin’s Bay and admire Genovesa Island’s craggy landscape. Keep your eyes on the water for signs of wildlife; they’re sure to abound. Galápagos Penguins, marine turtles and playful sea lions inhabit the Galápagos’ waters, as well as an abundance of tropical fish species.

ADVANCED LECTURES

Travelling to the Galápagos Islands is an exercise in self-enrichment. You’ll learn new things about fascinating topics, from geology to history. Prepare for your onshore excursions with the best of the best, as our expert naturalists provide you with inside information in advanced lectures. Silver Origin’s Basecamp and Explorer Lounge provide the perfect spaces in which to learn new things.

A Zodiac in Bahía Elizabeth, Isabela Island, Galápagos

Bartolomé Island, Galápagos

Kayaking in Bahía Gardner, Española Island, Galápagos

Expedition team lecture

THE MOST ECOMPASSING EXPEDITION EXPERIENCE

With us, All-Inclusive is Standard

It’s all included with Silversea. Yes, that’s right. Everything. From shore excursions to 24-hour gourmet dining, butler service to award-winning entertainment, first-class wines to premium spirits, it’s all in there. Whether you want to enjoy the in-depth discovery of a destination or simply be pampered by your butler, relax in the knowledge that there will be no extra price tag at the end of your cruise. And as we’ve always been committed to making the voyage of our guests the most enjoyable and comfortable it can be, every time, as well as exceeding their expectations at every turn, we also offer included door-to-door private executive transfers and international roundtrip flights. We’ve made your journey entirely seamless so all you have to do is sit back, relax and delight in your travels.

YOUR DOOR-TO-DOOR ALL-INCLUSIVE GALÁPAGOS PACKAGE

PRIVATE EXECUTIVE TRANSFERS

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT & ARRIVE IN QUITO

VISITING QUITO

TRANSFERS & LUGGAGE HANDLING

FLIGHT

GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS: INCLUSIVE EXPLORATIONS

POST-CRUISE HOTEL DAY-USE*

RETURN FLIGHT PRIVATE EXECUTIVE TRANSFERS

*For guests with flights after 10pm

All shore experiences in the Galápagos Islands are complimentary with your expedition fare and include expert-led Zodiac, kayak, and hiking excursions. Depending on the island, exploration may include wet and/or dry landings; in locations where going ashore is not permitted, we will navigate by Zodiac for intimate perspectives. All activities are hosted by our skilled and passionate guides in small groups. Here we share a sampling of some of the experiences you may enjoy in the Galápagos:

BUCCANEER COVE, SANTIAGO (WESTERN)– Zodiac Cruise

Appreciate the volcanic creations in the bay – once visited by privateers and buccaneers, but also where Darwin disembarked and camped, likely impressed by the giant tuff cone Cerro Conway.

DARWIN BAY, GENOVESA (NORTHERN) – Guided Hike

Enjoy a nature walk along a trail covered by coralline shells and a white sandy beach and be amazed at the sheer number of seabirds who make their home here, including Red-footed Boobies.

ISLA BARTOLOMÉ (WESTERN) – Guided Hike

Trek to Bartolomé’s summit for a breathtaking view of the surrounding islands; learn about the spatter cones, lava tubes, and tuff parasitic volcanoes akin to a moon landscape.

ISLA GUY FAWKES (WESTERN) – Deep-water Snorkelling

Explore the waters surrounding this cluster of four small islets, home to impressive walls covered by invertebrates such as corals and sponges, big schools of fish, and possibly manta rays.

NORTH SEYMOUR (NORTHERN) – Deep-water Snorkelling

Allow the current to gently guide you along the shore, passing areas covered with schools of King Angelfish and Razor Surgeonfish. Keep an eye out for resting stingrays and reef sharks.

PUNTA MANGLE, FERNANDINA (NORTHERN) – Zodiac Cruise

Discover the youngest of the islands – new lava fields sprout pioneer species of plants, and it’s a birdwatcher’s dream; look for the Galápagos Penguin, pelicans, cormorants, and more.

RODRIGUEZ BREEDING CENTRE, SAN CRISTÓBAL (NORTHERN)

Visit one of the most successful breeding programmes in the islands for up-close encounters with Giant Tortoises; watch them slowly chomp on food, and see babies thriving in special corals.

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YOUR ALL-INCLUSIVE EXPEDITION VOYAGE on Silver Origin

GALÁPAGOS – WESTERN

Bountiful marine life

Lava fields. Tidal pools. Mangroves. Explore the wild landscapes of the Galápagos and see what Charles Darwin once saw: Creatures unafraid of predators and open to human interaction. This expedition takes us to two of the archipelago’s biggest (and youngest) islands. At a mere 1 million years old, seahorse-shaped Isabela reigns as the largest and is known for having the world’s second biggest active crater. Santa Cruz places second in size, but lays claim to the Charles Darwin Research Station as well as breeding centres for Giant Tortoises and Land Iguanas. Come swim with turtles and marvel at Marine Iguanas and Nazca Boobies as you travel through the distant islands Darwin made famous.

FEATURED VOYAGE

Duration 7 Days

Silver Origin

Voyage N. OR230812007

COUNTRIES: Ecuador DAY BY DAY DATE 12 Aug SAN CRISTOBAL 12 Aug KICKER ROCK 13

Aug ISLA BARTOLOMÉ 13 Aug BUCCANEER COVE, SANTIAGO 14 Aug PUNTA VICENTE ROCA, ISABELA 14 Aug PUNTA ESPINOZA, FERNANDINA 15 Aug TAGUS COVE,

A Zodiac cruise of Isla Bartolomé, with Silver Origin on the horizon

GALÁPAGOS — WESTERN REGIONAL HIGHLIGHTS

• Marvel at Kicker Rock, the vertical remnant of a former tuff cone

• Search for Flightless Cormorants and Blue-footed Boobies at Isabela’s Tagus Cove

• Send a postcard from the Galápagos with a visit to Floreana’s Post Office Bay

• Explore the Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre for Giant Tortoises and Land Iguanas

• Take part in off-the-beaten-path tours, one-of-a-kind outdoor adventures, and exclusive after-hours explorations.

DESTINATION SPOTLIGHT

ISLA BARTOLOME

Aug BREEDING

18 Aug CERRO DRAGÓN, SANTA CRUZ

18 Aug GUY FAWKES

18 Aug BAHÍA BORRERO, SANTA CRUZ

19 Aug SAN CRISTOBAL

Snorkeling with sea lions, North Seymour

Anchored in sight of the volcanic moonscape of Isla Bartolomé, guests are brought to the island by Zodiac to ascend a boardwalk of 388 steps. Here we look for Lava Lizards, Galápagos Hawks, and Blue-footed Boobies.

The ultimate reward is one of the most beautiful panoramas in all of the islands – the view towards Pinnacle Rock with the black, volcanic cones of Baltra, Daphne Major, and Daphne Minor on the horizon.

Buccaneer Cove, Santiago

Punta Vicente Roca

Champion Islet Isla Bartolome

Kicker Rock

DOOR-TO-DOOR ALL-INCLUSIVE FARE FROM € 12.500

GALÁPAGOS – NORTHERN

A frenzy of wildlife

Sea lions. Lava Lizards. The Short-eared Owl. Fearless as they are, the wildlife of the Galápagos will captivate all your senses. It’s a fascinating concept as you consider the range of islands explored on this expedition. Española is amongst the oldest of islands in all the Galápagos, estimated to be about 4 million years old and one of the only places on Earth to find the Waved Albatross. Fernandina, meanwhile, is one of the archipelago’s youngest isles, highly revered for its snorkelling and birdwatching. Through the course of this journey, you can see spectacular water-spouting “blowers,” climb the famed Prince Philip Steps, and learn about the history of these fascinating islands.

FEATURED VOYAGE

SAN CRISTÓBAL TO SAN CRISTÓBAL

Departure 05 Aug 2023

Duration 7 Days

Silver Origin

Voyage N. OR230805007

The Galápagos Land Iguana can grow up to 5 feet, and likes to eat prickly-pear cactus

GALÁPAGOS — NORTHERN REGIONAL HIGHLIGHTS

• Snorkel with sea turtles in Fernandina

• Meet the iconic Galápagos Penguins in Isabela

• Discover the ‘bird islands’ of Genovesa and Española

• Hike across Santa Fé Island to discover an endemic iguana found nowhere else in the world

• Take part in off-the-beaten-path tours, one-of-a-kind outdoor adventures, and exclusive after-hours explorations.

DESTINATION SPOTLIGHT

PUNTA SUAREZ, ESPAÑOLA

FARES PER PERSON

Here on the oldest island in the Galápagos, sheer cliffs provide superb thermals for seabirds, and you may spot Swallow-tailed Gulls, Nazca Boobies, and Blue-footed Boobies on the breeze. The largest seabird to nest in the Galápagos Islands is the Waved Albatross, and these ocean wanderers can be seen seasonally from April through December as pairs reunite with their elaborate display of bonding. Mockingbirds, doves, sea lions, and marine iguanas can also be seen.

Prince Philips Step's, Genovesa

Punta Suarez, Española Gardner Bay, Española

Darwin Bay, Genovesa North Seymour

Isla Santa Fé Rodriguez Breeding Centre, San Cristóbal San Cristóbal, San Cristóbal

Punta Mangle, Fernandina

Cerro Brujo, San Cristóbal

Punta Moreno, Isabela Santa Cruz Highlands

Sullivan Bay

HOLIDAY CRUISES TO THE GALÁPAGOS

Celebrate in style aboard Silver Origin

SPEND THE HOLIDAYS WITH LIKE-MINDED TRAVELLERS

Spend the holidays among the many endemic and endangered species of the Galápagos this year. Some of the most bio-diverse places on the planet, the islands are an otherworldly haven for nature lovers and historians alike. Whether you want to say goodbye to the end of the year or welcome a new one, make sure you do it aboard Silver Origin, the most elegant ship in the archipelago.

16 DEC 2023

Christmas holiday

Duration 11 Days

27 DEC 2023

New Year holiday

Duration10 Days

21 DEC 2024

Christmas holiday

Duration 7 Days

28 DEC 2024

New Year holiday

Duration 7 Days

The Galápagos Blue Footed Booby

CURRENT OFFERS

Now is the time to discover the magic of the Galápagos in supreme luxury

10% savings on select door-to-door all-inclusive fares or USD $250 shipboard credit per person? Book by March 31, 2023 and enjoy the agony of choice on selected voyages. Whether you plan to travel in spring, summer or even for Christmas in 2023, Galápagos cruising aboard Silver Origin has never been more compelling. What’s more, ask about our exclusive combination savings on select departures in July and August 2023 when enjoying two consecutive 7-day sailings for an immersive exploration of this treasured archipelago.

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