Our IDEAL 6 DAY GALAPAGOS LION TOUR will take you to enjoy some unique spots of untouched uninhabited Islands with outstanding service on a sustainable tour.

FLIGHTS:

We can accommodate to any flights on the starting days. 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 the best of diving in Galapagos, our IDEAL Galapagos DIVING LION TOUR will take you to enjoy some of the best diving spots in Galapagos such as North Seymour & Mosquera Islet, Gordon Rocks and the breathtaking Kicker Rock ("Sleeping Lion")

MEALS:

According to Itinerary
B= Breakfast

BL= Box-Lunch

L = Lunch

D = Dinner

1) Santa Cruz 2) Baltra 3) San Cristobal 4) North Seymour 5) Gordon Rocks

- Divers with experience (recommended + 50 dives)

- Smart travelers seeking great itineraries with a classic taste.

- 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.

DIVING:

- Diving or Discovery Diving at North Seymour Island with friendly sharks.

- Diving at Gordon Rocks. One of the best spots for divers looking for Hammerhead sharks. Experience and PADI license is mandatory.

- Diving at the breathtaking Kicker Rock (A.K.A. Sleeping Lion)

-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.

Smart service & TIPS
We provide truly personal service & advise previous and during your tour. Receive our complete SMART TIPS guide for your tour.
Accommodation
Hand-picked hotels
Meals
Meals as included in itinerary
Breakfasts
All breakfasts are included
Guided tours
Profesional bilingual guide on tours. As indicated in itinerary
Transfers in/out
All transfers as in itinerary.
Local guide
Local guide on visits (transfer from/to airport)
Diving Equipment
Diving equipment is included
Inter Island transport
All transportation between islands
Lobito Bus & Ferry
Lobito Bus to/from Baltra airport to Itabaca Channel & Ferry
Ranch Entrance
Entrance to private Ranch to see Giant Tortoises

Day 1) Baltra - S. Cruz
Day 1) Baltra - S. Cruz
Pick up from airport + Lava Tunnels + Galapagos Tortoise Visit
STARTS ANY: MONDAY, THURSDAY or SATURDAY

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.

Meals: (-/BL/D)
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Day 2) North Seymour
Day 2) North Seymour
Diving in North Seymour Island and Mosquera Islet
Diving at North Seymour & Mosquera (Or Daphne)

Breakfast and the we go to North Seymour Island for a unique underwater diving experience. 2 dives included in North Seymour and Mosquera or Daphne Islets. Lunch included on board. This spot is ideal to see sharks!

Accommodation at your selected hotel

(B/L/-)

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Day 3) Gordon Rocks
Day 3) Gordon Rocks
Diving at Gordon Rocks
After breakfast we will go to Gordon Rocks for a wonderful scuba diving day. 2 immersions included on this unique spot. One of the best places to see schools of Hammerhead Sharks.

North-east of Santa Cruz island lie the famous Gordon Rocks. Sometimes called ‘The Washing Machine’ it is a popular site where intermediate and advanced divers go due to challenging currents and upwellings. It is these very currents that bring the plankton to the surface attracting large pelagics from across the sea in numbers. One of the best places to find Hammerhead sharks and the weird and wonderful Oceanic Sunfish (Mola Mola). Also here are Galapagos sharks, white tip reef sharks, lots of giant sea turtles, mobula rays, sting rays, eagle rays, panamic green morays, Galapagos eels, barracudas and various reef fish.

Dinner at the beautiful "Bahía Mar" restaurant.

Accommodation at your selected hotel.

(B/L/D)
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Day 4) Santa Cruz + SCY
Day 4) Santa Cruz + SCY
Tortuga Bay beach + Transfer to San Cristobal
Breakfast + free morning to visit the World renowned white sand beach of Tortuga Bay Beach (self-guided tour). Swim at Playa Mansa and enjoy the iguanas. Do not swim at Playa Brava. It is a beautiful one hour walk through an ecological path. You have to be back at 1pm to get ready for your transfer to San Cristobal Island (2 hours).

Pick up from the Pier and transfer to your hotel.

Check equipment at our Diving shop before 18h30.

Accommodation at your selected hotel

(B/-/-)
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Day 5)Diving Kicker Rock
Day 5)Diving Kicker Rock
Diving at Kicker Rock
Breakfast and then go to our Diving shop at 7h20 am to start our diving tour to the magnificent Kicker Rock, locally known as "Sleeping Lion". 2 dives included in search for sharks, rays, turtles and more.

This amazing 145meter high volcanic rock is one of the best diving spots in Galapagos. Then we have lunch on board and relax at a beautiful white sand beach.

Enjoy dinner at "Giuseppe's" restaurant.

Accommodation at your selected hotel.

Meals:

(B/L/D)

OPTIONAL UPGRADE:

After your tour, in the afternoon, enjoy a navigable sunset dinner. Go on a private tour to see the sunset on board our boat and enjoy Sport Fishing (Catch and release) with some wine and beer. Then enjoy a nice ceviche and sashimi prepared on spot for you. The perfect way to finish your Galapagos Experience. (+$110pp)
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Day 6) San Cristobal
Day 6) San Cristobal
San Cristobal
Breakfast + Free morning to enjoy San Cristobal Island + Transfer out to the airport

(B/-/-)
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Day 1) Baltra - S. Cruz

Pick up from airport + Lava Tunnels + Galapagos Tortoise Visit

STARTS ANY: MONDAY, THURSDAY or SATURDAY

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.

Meals: (-/BL/D)

Excellent trip that met or exceeded all our expectations throughout!

By Ashley A for 6 Day "Galapagos Wisdom" Tour - ESSENTIAL - SMART23 on Apr 10, 2024

I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional service you provided during my recent travel planning experience. Your dedication and attention to detail truly made all the difference, and I cannot thank you enough for the wonderful trip you helped arrange. From our initial consultation to the final booking, you exhibited a level of professionalism and expertise that exceeded my expectations. Your extensive knowledge of destinations, accommodations, and travel logistics ensured that every aspect of my trip was seamless and enjoyable. Your recommendations were spot-on, and I appreciated the personalized touch you brought to the planning process. Your responsiveness and willingness to address all my million questions and concerns promptly made me feel valued and well taken care of. It's evident that you are deeply committed to providing exceptional service to your clients, and it certainly did not go unnoticed. Thanks to your efforts, I was able to embark on a memorable journey filled with unforgettable experiences. Whether it was arranging transportation, booking accommodations, or suggesting local restaurants, your expertise guided me every step of the way, allowing me and my husband to relax and truly immerse in the adventure. I wholeheartedly recommend your services to anyone seeking a stress-free and enjoyable travel experience. Your professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care for your clients set you apart in the industry, and I am incredibly grateful to have had the opportunity to work with you. Once again, thank you for your outstanding service. You have not only earned my trust and loyalty as a client but also my highest recommendation to friends and family seeking travel assistance.

By Izabella S for T. BELLA x 2 - 9 DAY - GALAPAGOS 360 TOUR "A" - IDEAL - SMART23 on Mar 19, 2024

We had a great time. Best of all was the personalized treatment, always caring about our well-being and comfort. The tours were awesome, the experience wonderful, food recommendations exceded our expectations and finally, hotel accommodations could be a little better but served its purpose. I fully recommend planning your upcoming trip with Smart Galapagos.

By ANDRES Z for T. ANDRES Z. x 2 - 5 DAY - CRAZY DARWIN TOUR "A" - ESSENTIAL- SMART23 on Feb 28, 2024

The best trip of my life! I was hesitant at first as I didn't know where to start with planning my trip or the best places to visit etc. And having never heard of this company I was a bit dubious as the price is so much cheaper than other companies. But it paid off massively and is honestly the best thing I have ever done. Juan Pablo the organizer was incredible from start to finish. He made the whole process so smooth for me, I really didn't have to worry about anything the whole time, he even ensured I received the most beautiful vegetarian meals for the duration of my stay. He even helped when my phone broke on one of the islands and I needed extra assistance/ advice which I was so grateful for. I actually can't believe how much I saw/ did for the price I paid compared to the nearly double the price if not more of most cruise based tours I'd seen. I saw every animal I'd been hoping to, multiple times. There was always someone to pick me up and take me to my destination, they were always on time and super helpful considering I was by myself and couldn't speak any spanish! It really was the trip of a lifetime and I'd recommend this company to anyone, you won't regret it!!

By Amber F for T. Amber EU x 1 - 8 Day "Galapagos Wisdom" Tour - ESSENTIAL on Jan 29, 2024

The most amazing/ perfect trip that I ever could have imagined. The staff were incredibly friendly/ welcoming/ helpful. The site and chalet I stayed in were way better than I imagined, the food was gorgeous and freshly cooked for every meal, catering so well for a veggie diet in the middle of nowhere. The guide went out of his way to make everyone's experience there incredible and tailor it to anything you specifically wanted where possible. We saw the river dolphins 6 times in the 4 days, as well as a tonne of other wildlife. It truly was a once in a lifetime experience and I'd recommend it to anyone, the value for money in my opinion was phenomenal.

By Amber F for 4 DAYS - CUYABENO AMAZON COMFORT TOUR - ENG on Jan 29, 2024

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Juan Pablo of Smart Galapagos organised a fantastic 8 day Galapagos experience for my group of 4 friends. It could not have been better organised. The hotels were all comfortable with lovely, helpful staff and great views. The restaurants were always the best in town. We saw all the major sights on the three main islands and it all ran like clockwork. He got us great prices and made sure we had a lot of extras. He kept in touch with us constantly, making sure everything was perfect. Thank you, Juan Pablo ! What a great experience ! All ' of us would highly recommend Smart Galapagos.

By Catherine M on 12 Dec, 2023

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