Santa Cruz, Isabela, San Cristobal Tour of the Galapagos 8D/7N
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Tour in a unique environment, and encounter the wildlife that inspired Darwin for his theory.
USD $2,643.00 – USD $4,206.00
Per Person
Tour in a unique environment, and encounter the wildlife that inspired Darwin for his theory.
Discover the World Natural Heritage site of the Galapagos as well as the cities and culture that inhabit this set of Islands.
And Island hop in one of the unique archipelago, teeming with colorful life endemic to the region.
Then Snorkel in a unique environment, and experience the other worldly landscapes and wildlife of this archipelago.
Duration: 8 days and 7 nights
Start Location: Baltra Airport
End Location: Quito (at your hotel)
DAY 1: Visit Santa Cruz Highlands
On your first day, after being greeted by an English-speaking local guide at Baltra Airport.
You will Cross the Itabaca Channel to Santa Cruz Island, and head up to los Ranchos in the highlands for a delicious lunch.
Then, tour a tortoise Reserve were you can observe the emblematic giant tortoises in their natural habitat.
After the visit, you will be transferred to your hotel to check in.
Where you will have the rest of the afternoon on your own to discover Puerto Ayora; the capital of the Galapagos Islands.
DAY 2: Snorkel around Tintoreras Islet
After having breakfast at your hotel, you will be transferred to the dock for a fast ride to Isabela (2 hours navigation time)
There will be a USD 20 entrance fee at Isabela dock to enter the Island.
You will be received by a guide who will take you to the hotel to check in.
After lunch, you will visit the otherworldly Bay and Tintoreras Islet;
where penguins and large colonies of marine iguanas inhabit.
And discover the marine life by Snorkeling around the rocky coasts of the Islet.
DAY 3: Discover the Tunnels
Visit the tunnels, a series of ancient lava flows created hundreds of arches and tunnels, both above and below the water.
The striking geological formations are outdone only by the extraordinary collection of creatures that call this place home.
An astonishing array of sea life, in the still water, is visible from above as you hike across lava arches and bridges.
Or from below as you snorkel in this unique habitat.
DAY 4: Tortuga bay and Grietas
On this day, head to the docks in the morning to embark on a public boat to Santa Cruz Island for a two-hour-long trip.
Then, at the Island, start a tour of Santa Cruz with another guide.
By visiting two of the most popular destinations on the Island; Tortuga bay and the Las Grietas site.
DAY 5: Navigation tour
On the fifth day, take a boat tour to one of the inhabited neighboring islands:
North Seymour, Bartolome, Santa Fe or South Plaza.
Each Island has its unique natural habitat and wildlife,
that you can discover by snorkeling off the boat and visiting the Island.
And head back to Santa Cruz in the afternoon.
Where you will have the rest of the afternoon for yourself to relax and enjoy Puerto Ayora.
Day 6: Visit San Cristobal
After being greeted by an English-speaking local guide at your arrival to San Cristobal.
Visit the highlands, el Junco Lake and Galapaguera; which is the Natural Habitat of the giant tortoises of San Cristobal.
Afterwards, visit La Loberia, named so due to the quantity of sea lions that can be observed on the beach.
Finally, in the afternoon, discover of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno if you still have some time off.
Day 7: Extra Island day
On ths extra Ilsand day, take a yacht tour to one of the destinations around San Cristobal:
Española Island, Kickers Rock or Punta Pitt.
Discover the unique wildlife of the Galapagos and snorkel around the Islands.
Return to San Cristobal in the afternoon.
Day 8: Return to the continent
On your last day, your journey ends by being transferred from your hotel in San Cristobal Island to the airport.
Where you will catch a flight to the continent.
At your arrival to Quito a driver will be waiting for you at the airport to transfer you to the hotel.
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