TAYLOR-MADE TOUR FOR MELINA BAXTER x 5
UPGRADES INCLUDED: YACHT TOUR BARTHOLOMEW ISLAND AND SULLIVAN
5x1 Hotel upgrade Isabela included
TOUR STARTS: GPS (BALTRA) 24 DECEMBER
TOUR ENDS: GPS (BALTRA) 29 DECEMBER
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TRAVELING TO GALAPAGOS WAS EXPENSIVE.... WE CHANGED THAT!
Our IDEAL MULTI-ADVENTURE GALAPAGOS TOURS offer unique experiences for savvy travelers.
STARTS / ENDS: BALTRA ISLAND (GPS AIRPORT)
STYLE: SNORKEL ADDICTS
Our IDEAL 6 DAY GALAPAGOS WISDOM TOUR will take you to enjoy some unique spots of untouched uninhabited Islands with outstanding service on a sustainable tour.
FLIGHTS:
Start any day! We can accommodate to any flights. It is recommended to book a morning flight upon arrival and a late departure flight to have extra time for more activities.
If you are looking for an alternative to a Galapagos cruise, and you don't want to spend big money, our Galapagos Island Hopping tours are perfect for you!
Ideal for adventure loving travelers who want to experience it all, our IDEAL Galapagos WISDOM Tour will take you to enjoy some of the best spots in Galapagos for animal and adventure lovers.
1) Santa Cruz 2) Baltra 3) Isabela 4) Bartholomew
- Smart travelers seeking great itineraries with a classic taste.
- Light Adventure travelers who don't want to miss on the best spots and experiences in Galapagos.
- MULTI SPORT
- Walk inside petrified Lava Tunnels.
- See Giant Galapagos Tortoises on their natural habitat.
- Beach time at the world famous white sand beach of Tortuga Bay.
- Relax on white sand beaches away from the crowds.
- Kayak tour to the penguins.
- Snorkel at the unique "Lava Tunnels and Cabo Rosas" in Isabela (One of our favorite spots)
OPTIONAL UPGRADES:
- Enjoy a premium yacht tour to the beautiful uninhabited island of Bartholomew. +$130pp
IDEAL MULTI-SPORT ADVENTURE
- IDEAL GALAPAGOS TOURS!
- Nature lovers with a twist of light adventure and multi-sport fun!
-Beautiful hand-picked Hotels on every island with private rooms with A/C and private clean bathrooms with hot water. 24/7 filtered water, coffee and tea. Great location and service.
COMFORT HOTELS INCLUDED ON TOUR: 2 & 3 * Hotels.
Cozy, comfortable, clean and great location! The Smartest option for for adventure loving travelers looking for a clean room, good breakfast and a smart service!. Perfect for couples and families!
PREMIUM HOTELS (UPGRADE AVAILABLE AT EXTRA COST): 3 & 4 * Hotels.
Charming & elegant! Close to everything, these classy hotels offer great location, views and service! Our hand-picked selection of Premium hotels are the Smartest option for those seeking a Superior hotel.
We provide truly personal service & advise previous and during your tour. Receive our complete SMART TIPS guide for your tour.
Hand-picked hotels
Meals as included in itinerary
All breakfasts are included
Profesional bilingual guide on tours. As indicated in itinerary
All transfers as in itinerary.
Local guide on visits (transfer from/to airport)
Snorkel equipment during navigable tours
All transportation between islands
Lobito Bus to/from Baltra airport to Itabaca Channel & Ferry
Internations and national flights
Galapagos National Park Entrance fee ($100 foreigners). Must be paid in cash at the airport (No ATM machines)
$20 transit control card
2.9% to 3.9% fee. US Bank account transfer is 1%
Alcoholic drinks and tips not included
Medical or travel insurance is not included. Guests must get their own travel insurance
Isabela tax ($10 foreigners, $5 Nationals)
Entrance to private Ranch to see Giant Tortoises (self-guided walk)
We will meet you at the airport at Baltra Island and transfer you to Santa Cruz Island. Then we will visit "Los Gemelos" volcanic formations and a private ranch were we will visit the famous Galapagos Giant Tortoise on their natural habitat. Also we will see the volcanic reality of the Galapagos walking inside a petrified Lava tunnel.
At night enjoy a Premium welcome dinner in front of the sea, and a good night sleep at your hotel.
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UPGRADED TOUR: YACHT TOUR TO BARTHOLOMEW ISLAND
Breakfast at your hotel and then we start our day tour to Bartholomew Island. We depart from Itabacca Channel, for an awesome sailing of about two hours.
This island is located North West of Santa Cruz Island and has the most beautiful and photographed landscapes of the archipelago with the iconic Pinnacle Rock. The trail is made of wood and all the way to the summit of this extinct volcano for you to admire the landscape and get amazed and you will feel that all those stairs was worth it.
The snorkel will take place in Sullivan Bay which is bay located in Santiago Island just five minutes away from Bartholomew Island; here you may expect to spot the Galapagos penguins, sea turtles, white tip sharks, rays and more marine wildlife swimming in shallow waters.
Lunch on board.
Return and sleep at your selected hotel.
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Breakfast + free morning to visit the World renowned white sand beach of Tortuga Bay Beach(return to your hotel at 1pm). Swim at Playa Mansa and enjoy the iguanas + transfer to Isabela Island on a fast boat (2 hours).
Pick up from the Pier in Isabela Island and transfer to your hotel.
At night go to "Royal Rock" Restaurant to enjoy dinner in front of the sea.
Accommodation at your selected hotel
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After breakfast we will pick you up to start our navigable tour to the incredible Lava Tunnels and Cabo Rosas. Here we will have the chance to snorkel with amazing marine animals such as White Tip (Friendly) sharks, rays, Marine Turtles and even get to see Penguins and Sea Horses. (This Off the Beaten path tour is one of the best hidden gems in Galapagos)
Then we will walk over the tunnels to see land animals such as the beautiful Blue-Footed boobies. Lunch on board before returning to your hotel for a relaxed afternoon at the beach.
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After breakfast, we will pick you up at your hotel to take you to the pier to start our kayaking tour in search of the penguins at Tintoreras Islet. Snorkel at La Calera or Tintoreras included to see giant marine turtles and friendly sharks.
After kayaking we return to our hotel for check out and then we take you to the pier to take our transfer ferry to Puerto Ayora in Santa Cruz Island. Upon arrival go to your hotel to check in and enjoy the afternoon at this beautiful small town.
Special farewell Dinner in front of the sea at a beautiful restaurant
Overnight at your selected hotel.
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After breakfast we will pick you up at your hotel and transfer you to the airport in Baltra Island. Tour ends at Itabaca Channel from where you cross to Baltra Island (Where the airport is located) to take your flight back to mainland Ecuador. On the way to the airport we will make a short visit "Los Gemelos" volcanic formations (We might also visit them on Day 1)
UNTILL NEXT TIME GALAPAGOS! WE WILL MEET AGAIN!
THANK YOU FOR TRAVELING WITH SMART GALAPAGOS :)
