About the Port
Champion Islet rises just off the coast of Floreana Island in the Galápagos Archipelago, a small volcanic outcrop encircled by clear, current-fed waters. It is best known as one of the last strongholds of the critically endangered Floreana mockingbird, a species found almost nowhere else after vanishing from the main island. The surrounding waters teem with reef fish, sea lions, rays, and occasional reef sharks, making the site a favorite for snorkeling and panga excursions rather than shore landings.
Visits typically involve a close pass or short ride along the islet's rocky shoreline, since Champion has no dock or walking trails and access is tightly regulated to protect its fragile ecosystem. The site pairs naturally with calls to Floreana itself, offering a quiet counterpoint to the archipelago's more heavily visited islands. Travelers should expect a naturalist-guided, low-impact encounter focused on observation rather than exploration on foot.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Champion Islet.
Snorkel with Sea Lions and Rays
Slip into the current-fed waters around the islet for close encounters with playful sea lions, rays, and schools of reef fish. Snorkeling gear and a naturalist guide are provided on the panga.
Scan for the Floreana Mockingbird
Keep binoculars ready during the panga ride along Champion's rocky shore for a glimpse of the critically endangered Floreana mockingbird, found almost nowhere else on Earth.
Take a Guided Panga Ride
Since there's no dock or trail, the islet is explored entirely by boat—a slow, naturalist-led circuit past volcanic cliffs and hidden coves that reveals wildlife without setting foot ashore.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Champion Islet
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2026 | HX | MS Santa Cruz II | 11 | $10,240 | |
| Sep 19, 2026 | Silversea | Silver Origin | 7 | $10,780 | |
| Sep 24, 2026 | HX | MS Santa Cruz II | 11 | $10,520 | |
| Oct 3, 2026 | Silversea | Silver Origin | 7 | $11,970 | |
| Nov 10, 2026 | HX | MS Santa Cruz II | 6 | $6,983 | |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Silversea | Silver Origin | 7 | $11,900 | |
| Nov 28, 2026 | Silversea | Silver Origin | 7 | $12,060 | |
| Dec 12, 2026 | Silversea | Silver Origin | 7 | $12,330 | |
| Dec 17, 2026 | HX | MS Santa Cruz II | 15 | $16,156 | |
| Jan 9, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Origin | 7 | $14,607 | |
| Jan 23, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Origin | 7 | $14,121 | |
| Feb 6, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Origin | 7 | $13,941 | |
| Feb 20, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Origin | 7 | $14,121 | |
| Mar 6, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Origin | 7 | $14,040 | |
| Mar 20, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Origin | 7 | $37,980 | |
| Apr 17, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Origin | 7 | $15,453 | |
| May 1, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Origin | 7 | $42,822 | |
| May 29, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Origin | 7 | $46,512 | |
| Jun 12, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Origin | 14 | $26,400 | |
| Jun 12, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Origin | 7 | $14,240 |
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