Thank you for trusting Galapagos Alternative with the great responsibility of helping you make your Galapagos dream come true! 

You are getting more than just a customized itinerary and a local concierge service with Galapagos Alternative. We know this is a significant trip and we are genuinely concerned about ensuring you have the best Galapagos experience possible. We have welcomed guests like family and friends for almost two decades. That's actually how it all started! We know and love these islands and it's our top priority to share them in a way that is respectful, responsible, and enjoyable.

Day 1

Transportation from Baltra Airport (GPS) to hotel
with VIP services and GUIDE

Highlands/Tortoises with guide (on the way from airport)

Lunch at Rancho El Chato

Day 2

Uninhabited Island - guided group tour (hiking/snorkeling)

Depending on availability (Bartolome, North Seymour, South Plaza, OR Santa Fe)

Day 3

Uninhabited Island - guided group tour (hiking/snorkeling)

Depending on availability (Bartolome, North Seymour, South Plaza, OR Santa Fe)

Day 4

Free Time Suggestion: Charles Darwin Station- on your own

Transportation to dock Santa Cruz

PM boat Santa Cruz / Isabela

Isabela transportation from PIER to hotel (Isabela Entrance Tax)

Day 5

Sierra Negra/Volcan Chico hiking guided group tour

Free Half Day Option: Concha de Perla - on your own (snorkeling option)

Day 6

Lava Tunnels/Los Tunneles - guided group tour (snorkeling)

Free Half Day Option: Breeding Center, Wetlands, Wall of Tears -on your own

Day 7

Isabela transportation from hotel to AIRPORT

Plane Isabela / Baltra

Transportation for luggage - taxi only

Pick-up from disembarking from small plane at Baltra Airport (GPS) with VIP services and transfer to check-in for national fight.
***Your flight to mainland Ecuador should be scheduled for approx. 12:30pm or later for this connection.***

snorkel equipment (mask,snorkel,fins)