Soar above Fernandina Island's La Cumbre volcano — one of the world's most active — in a private charter flight for a jaw-dropping aerial perspective of a living, breathing caldera and the Galápagos' most pristine island ecosystem.
What to expect
From the moment the small plane banks over Isabela and heads west toward Fernandina, the scale of the Galápagos archipelago becomes breathtakingly apparent. La Cumbre's vast caldera — one of the deepest in the world relative to the volcano's height — opens up beneath you in shades of rust, charcoal, and sulphur yellow. On clear days the pilot circles the rim and descends toward the lava flows that have reached the sea as recently as 2024. The return leg traces the coastline of both islands, revealing the patchwork of lava fields, mangrove lagoons, and turquoise coves that make this the most pristine corner of the archipelago.
Good to know
Charter flights depart from Baltra or San Cristóbal airport; coordinate timing carefully around your ship's port call and all-aboard. Flights are weather-dependent — have a backup plan. Book the charter directly with Emetebe well ahead of your cruise date. Weight limits apply for small aircraft; advise at the time of booking.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Punta Espinoza — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.