Multi Day Tour Around Galápagos Islands
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About This Tour in Santa Cruz
Why Visit Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz, Ecuador offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz
You can reach Santa Cruz, 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
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Inter-islands boat
- Inter-island flight (return to the airport)
What's Not Included
- Isabela Island tax fee
- Water taxi per route
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
The guide will go to meet them at the hotel and take them to the first activity.
End Point
The guide will take travelers back to Baltra airport for the flight to the mainland.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point
Pickup Time: 15 minutes before departure
Itinerary
Arrival to Baltra Island and transfer to Santa Cruz Island to visit giant tortoises
Upon arrival in the Galapagos Islands, once the... 2 hours
Upon arrival in the Galapagos Islands, once the entry process at Baltra Island airport is completed, our representative will greet you outside. They will be the person welcoming you to the islands and will Subsequently transfer you to Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island for your first visit.
Visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station and... 2 hours
Visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station and the Galapagos Giant Tortoise Breeding Center. This is a guided tour, accompanied by a certified naturalist guide from the Galapagos National Park. Here, you will observe giant tortoises at different stages of life. Additionally, a tour inside the interpretation center is conducted to learn about the research and conservation projects of the scientists at the location.
Full day excursion to other island upon availability
Upon availability, you have the option to choose... 8 hours
Upon availability, you have the option to choose to visit one of the 3 islands for the day, each offering a land-based activity (guided excursion, hike, animal observation) followed by snorkeling and lunch on the yacht. This is a shared group tour. Navigation: 1h30 - 2h Activity: Snorkeling, hike, wildlife observation, lunch on board. Options: North Seymour: Observation of blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, sea lions, land iguanas, snorkeling with sharks and turtles. Santa Fe: Observation of the endemic Santa Fe iguana, sea lion colony, endemic birds, sharks, sea turtles, snorkeling. Floreana: Human history, Floreana village, observation of land tortoises, pirate caves, snorkeling from the beach with sea turtles.
Isabela Island and Sierra Negra Volcano
Trip to Isabela Island by ferry (inter-islands boat) 2 hours
Trip to Isabela Island by ferry (inter-islands boat). Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
One of the most spectacular places in Galapagos... 6 hours
One of the most spectacular places in Galapagos for snorkeling and appreciating the landscape. After approximately 40 minutes of navigation, we will arrive at a shallow, calm, and very clear water area to observe the rock formations that a series of arches and tunnels have produced from volcanic eruptions, where today a large number of endemic Galapagos species inhabit. During this tour, you can observe: white-tipped shark caves, blue-footed boobies with their chicks, penguins, sea lions, seahorses, rays, a variety of fish, and along the way, manta rays are also often spotted.
Hiking and snorkeling day at Isabela Island
This energetic day will be spent visiting the... 6 hours
This energetic day will be spent visiting the Sierra Negra volcano - "Volcan Chico" with a 16 km hike to see the 9 x 7 km caldera, the third largest in the world, and an active volcano. This is the best place to learn about and experience the origin of all the Galapagos Islands. During this hiking tour, you'll visit the "Volcan Chico" area, which consists of lava flows from previous eruptions, showcasing a lunar and colorful landscape until reaching a viewpoint where you can see the northern part of Isabela Island, the other volcanoes, and the surrounding islands. An unforgettable landscape!
This bay tour includes a short walk to... 3 hours
This bay tour includes a short walk to observe species, a boat ride to see penguins and birds, and finally, snorkeling where you can observe sea lions, sea turtles, marine iguanas, rays, white-tipped sharks, fish, etc.
Transfer to the airport at Baltra Island
The guide will pick you up to your... 30 minutes
The guide will pick you up to your hotel and take you to the airport in Puerto Villamil, Isabela so you can take a small plane from Isabela directly to Baltra to catch your flight to mainland Ecuador.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
