Galapagos with
Celebrity Xpeditions

Are you ready to embrace a once in a lifetime adventure? Take a look at some of the things Charles Darwin experienced and even more that he didn't!  Celebrity Xpeditions can take you to places you never dreamed existed. The Galapagos are an archipelago of several volcanic islands located in the Pacific Ocean, about 600 miles off the western coast of Ecuador. Enjoy up-close views of specially-adapted animals, plants and terrain that inspired Charles Darwin on his first theories of evolution. This is an extraordinary adventure where over 1,900 species of plants and animals thrive, yet cannot be found anywhere else on the planet. See why this is the opportunity of a lifetime! Join Celebrity Cruises on their 296-foot mega-yacht as they take you on an enchanting journey in the Galapagos Islands.

Cindy Erickson and Kathy Amodeo of Kelly Cruises were among the first passengers aboard Celebrity Cruises’ new Xpedition in the Galapagos earlier this year. The enthusiastic and energetic adventurers packed every minute of their days with snorkeling and hiking, pausing only to take 30 (yes, 30!) rolls of film of exotic turtles, birds, and other wildlife. Cindy and Kathy will be happy to talk about their experiences with any Kelly Cruises’ clients who have questions about this unique destination.

We would also especially like to thank Ron and Beth Cullum for many of their pictures also featured on this page. Ron and Beth are wonderful clients, who made their trip to Galapagos this past April. They had the privilege of taking an additional shore tour to experience Machu Picchu. All of the images from Machu Picchu were taken by Ron Cullum.

Celebrity Cruises offers 10 and 11-night packages, which include airfare from Quito to Baltra and back. Celebrity Xpeditions will arrange your hotel stay in Quito along with transfers from the Quito Airport to the hotel and from Baltra to the ship. The cruise fare also includes guided island tours, a city tour of Quito, a 7-night sailing departing from the island of Baltra aboard the beautiful Celebrity Xpedition and more. Choose a 10-night package that includes two nights in Quito, Ecuador pre-cruise, and one night post-cruise. Choose an 11-night package, which includes two nights in Quito pre-cruise and two nights in Quito post-cruise. There is so much to see and do in Quito that it's absolutely worth it to spend extra time there.  We can also arrange additional shore tours to Machu Picchu. So far our clients have said it's a must on this trip. 

Fresh flowers greet you in Quito	View overlooking the pool at the 5-star J.W. Marriott	A view in Quito, Ecuador
View in Quito, Ecuador	Church in Quito	View in Quito, Ecuador
A local plays songs while we enjoy the views	Virgin de San Francisco	A picture perfect group!
This is a picture that everyone must take!	Ron and Beth at the Equator. The museum inside is phenomenal!	A view from the top and plenty of shopping when you finish your tour.
We board our flight for Baltra	Welcome to the Baltra airport	The welcoming committee is asleep on the job.
After a short trip on the zodiac, we arrive at our mega-yacht, Xpedition	The naturalists are friendly, educated and always available to answer questions.	A wet landing for some relaxing or snorkeling
Cindy poses by the hot tub on the Sunrise Deck	A view from the sunning area on the Sunrise Deck	The Blue Finch Bar on the Panorama Deck
The Sunrise Deck not only sports magnificent views, but also a spa, hot tub, sauna and sunning area.	Darwin's Restaurant is located on the Marina Deck	Discovery Lounge
The entire crew is one big happy family. The captain even sang a song for us from one of his recordings!	The outdoor Beagle Grill is located on the Vista Deck.	We listen to lectures on the next days activities and then promptly take over the dance floor.
And just when you think...it doesn't get better than this...	It does!	Yes...they really are blue!
They are too beautiful to eat!	Real flamingos...much cooler than the plastic kind displayed on someone's front lawn for a special birthday!	Galapagos Frigatebird
A prize winning picture of a prize winning porpoise...Thanks Ron!	You can join them for a swim...they promise not to sting!	A Sea Lion Family Meeting
An American Oystercatcher	Beth made a new friend	These Blue footed boobies are doing their mating dance.
Ron takes a nap with his new friend	An amazing yet daunting view of a Blow hole	Now that's more like it
Galapagos Land Iguana	Tuxedos are not required on this trip...but these two sure look handsome	Galapagos Hawk
Hey guys, you're blocking the only path back to our zodiac!	An Iguana's Egg in it's nest	Galapagos Flightless Comorant
Snorkeling adventures with Seals...	Turtles...	Iguanas and more...
Seals, seals and more seals...	They don't sleep all the time...they are also very friendly and playful.
On deck with friends and a cold one.	A view at Rabida	Posing with our new friends
Bartalomé Peak	Volcano Craters on Bartalomé	Volcano Craters on Bartalomé
Kicker Rock	Beth crossing the Lava tunnel bridge	Darwin Lake with the Xpedition in view
Mocking Birds on hand	Ron at the Post Office	Sea Turtle Tracks