5 Days Galapagos Tour: Santa Cruz and Isabela Islands
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About This Tour in Galapagos Islands
Why Visit Galapagos Islands?
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Galapagos Islands provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Galapagos Islands
You can reach Galapagos Islands, Ecuador by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Bilingual Guides During the tour
- Transfers Airport - Hotel - Airport.
- Snorkeling equipment
What's Not Included
- Entrance fee to the National Park - $USD 100 (paid on arrival in Galapagos, must be paid in cash only)
- Migration card fee - $USD20 (to be paid at departure airport Quito or Guayaquil)
- Iner-Island water cabs $1 per person per via
- Bus lobito ($5 per person)
- Santa Cruz Dock fee $1
- Isabela Island dock fee $10
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is sportswear
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 10 minutes before departure
Itinerary
Transfer in + Charles Darwin Scientific Station
The fun begins on the very first day 1 hour
The fun begins on the very first day! There will be three main stops. Firstly, for the transfer in, a guide will be waiting for you at the Baltra airport to welcome you.
Lastly, you will visit the famous tourist attraction,... 1 hour
Lastly, you will visit the famous tourist attraction, the Charles Darwin Scientific Station in Puerto Ayora. This site is renowned for its breeding programs for tortoises and land iguanas. You can enjoy various outdoor and indoor exhibits and observe the unique animals in this beatific place. You will get to rest in a nice hotel in Santa Cruz, and we will provide you with a lovely dinner to lessen your fatigue.
Ferry to Isabela Island + Tour Tintoreras
An enthralling ferry ride will take you to... 5 hours
An enthralling ferry ride will take you to Playa Puerto Villamil on Isabela Island on the second day. You will board the ferry, which will drop you off at the Puerto Villamil dock. The travel time will be approximately 2 hours. However, the scenic beauty of the waters will not let you get bored for a second. Afterward, The islet takes its name from the white-tipped sharks known as Tintoreras. This is considered one of the most fascinating species of Galapagos, in the same area we will find: sea lions, marine iguanas, blue footed boobies, crabs (Sally Lightfoot Crab), sea turtles, pelicans and the peculiar Galapagos penguins. This exhilarating wildlife display will leave you breathless. Then we will move to a sea inlet on the islet for snorkeling, the site is ideal for this activity because a great variety of fish, starfish, sea urchins, manta rays, and the beautiful sharks and sea lions swim in the site. After this unique encounter, we head back to the Isabela pier to finish the tour
Sierra Negra Volcano + Ferry to Santa Cruz Island
The hike is done on a medium-difficulty trail with a gentle slope 5 hours
The hike is done on a medium-difficulty trail with a gentle slope. Sierra Negra Volcano has the second longest crater in the world, approximately 6 miles in diameter and 300 feet deep and is one of the most spectacular sights in Galapagos. The hike continues to Volcán Chico. You can feel the hot earth as you approach, as this is an active volcano. The panoramic view from this place is wonderful. At the afternoon ferry will take you back to Santa Cruz Island, following the same route. The ferry will drop you off at the Puerto Ayora dock. We will take you to your hotel from the dock for a nightcap. All three meals for your voyage will be provided by us.
Bay Tour + Turtle Bay Tour
On the fourth day, you will visit the... 7 hours
On the fourth day, you will visit the beguiling destinations of Santa Cruz Island. Punta Estrada is an alluring beach covered with a variety of reefs. Kayaking and snorkeling are also available at this beach. Next, we will head to La Playa de Lose Perros or Dig Beach. white tipped reef sharks are a sight to behold here and come to nibble in a natural pool. So you better watch your feet. Sally lightfoot crabs, sea lions, marine iguanas, frigate birds, and blue-footed boobies can also be spotted on this charming spot. From here, we will head to Turtle Bay or Tortuga Bay. To add to the beauty and serenity, porous dark rocks stand out against the white sand, adding beauty to the serene scenery. Turtles come here to nest. Hence it's called the turtle bay. To enjoy the beach further, we will provide you with snorkeling equipment. Finally, we will take you back to your hotel, where you will have your dinner and rest for the journey back the next day.
Transfer Out
On the last day of the tour, after... 30 minutes
On the last day of the tour, after serving you a scrumptious breakfast, we will pick you up from the hotel's lobby. Our buses will drop you off at the Baltra airport, where your trip will end.
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