Galapagos - Santa Cruz Island 4 days 3 nights

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Galapagos - Santa Cruz Island 4 days 3 nights
Santa Cruz, Ecuador
Duration: 4 days
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$845

About your trip

Discover the magic of nature on Santa Cruz Island and surroundings! 

If  you love wildlife and adventure, this is the perfect place for you. 

These  charming marine residents are not only a natural wonder but also an  unforgettable tourist experience. Found on the beaches and rocks of the  archipelago.

Imagine  watching them rest under the equatorial sun, play in the crystal-clear  waters, and socialize in their groups. A visit with these fascinating  creatures is a perfect opportunity to connect with wildlife and explore  one of the world's most extraordinary ecosystems!

Come and experience a marine adventure that combines beauty, fun, and conservation in the Galapagos Islands!

What's included

Breakfast x 3

Lunch x 2

Accommodation -hotel 2*

in double room

Transportation

Bilingual guide

(Spanish & English)

Activities detailed

*shared service

Snorkel equipment

*mask & tub

What's not included

Transit control card

USD 20 per person

GNP Entrance fee

USD 200 per person

Transport Lobitos

USD 5 per person per way

Additional meals

Galapagos flights

Tips

Extra activities

Any item not mentioned

Day 1

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BALTRA AIRPORT - SANTA CRUZ: HIGHLANDS (B)

*Shared service

Upon arrival at Baltra airport, you will be transferred to Santa Cruz Island, (45 minutes trip approx.) but before we will visit the Highlands where you will hike through natural lava tunnels formations to realize the volcanic formations of the archipel.  Your nice walk will lead you to the amazing tortoise reserve where you will be able to admire the giant Galapagos tortoises in their natural habitat as well as the bird life and endemic vegetation Lunch at Ranch. Transfer to the hotel. Accommodation in Santa Cruz.

Day 2

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TORTUGA BAY - BAY TOUR (B/L)

Tortuga Bay

*Shared service

Breakfast. As you walk the trail to the beach you cross through an area of arid vegetation which is filled with bird life, and your expert naturalist guide will help you to identify many species here, which include the famous Darwin's Finches.

Once you reach the beach you will see a glorious tropical scene - white coral sands and breaking turquoise waves, fnd among the mangroves the "Galapagos dragons" (marine iguanas) and suddenly surprise yourself with a large natural pool that the bay itself is. This is what we will experience in Tortuga Bay. Return to Puerto Ayora. Time to lunch.

Bay Tour

*Shared service

The boat departs from the Puerto Ayora dock to the first point called the Canal de los Tiburones, accessed by walking along the channel, where White Tip Sharks (Tintoreras) are found, accompanied by a spectacular view of the entire island.

 

Playa de los Perros, named after the species of dog crab that is found in the place, you can see nests of iguanas and colonies of them with a great view of the bay.

Finally, Las Grietas, are gigantic walls resulting from lava formations crossed by an arm of brackish water, a perfect place for snorkeling activities. . Return to Puerto Ayora. Accommodation in Santa Cruz

Day 3

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NAVIGABLE TOUR TO ISABELA ISLAND (B/L)

*Shared Service

Early breakfast. Pick you up from the hotel to take you transfer to the Puerto Ayora dock.

 We will take the public speed boat to Isabela. The trip takes about 2 and a half hours. Arrive at the magnificent village of Puerto Villamil.

 

Las Tintoreras is one of the most well-known places on Isabela Island. This small islet receives its name from the reef sharks also known as white-tip sharks that can be seen swimming along with fish and sea lions in the channels when the tide is low. To get there we will need to navigate approximately 10 minutes from the port. The islet is mainly formed by lava rocks.

At this snorkeling site, it is possible to see sea lions, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, zayapas, sea turtles, starfish, tropical fish, rays, sharks, pelicans and Galapagos penguins. This place is also a site for marine iguanas’nesting, allowing for close encounters with these animals.

Our next visit will be to the Flamingos Lake, home to an impressive variety of coastal and seabirds; this includes the largest concentration of flamingos in the Galapagos.

 

Afterwards, we will visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center where you will be able to observe tortoises of all ages and sizes. We will also learn about the breeding and farming of giant tortoises and see all the work that is being done to help recover the wild populations of these species. Return to Santa Cruz. Accommodation in Santa Cruz.

Day 4

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TRANSFER OUT (B)

Breakfast. You will be picked up from the hotel and transferred to Baltra airport for your flight to Quito/Guayaquil, connecting to your international flight back home. End of the services.

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Ecuador’s Landscapes, a tour operator offering personalized and unique travel experiences in the “Country of the Four Worlds.” We design personalized journeys full of culture, nature, and adventure, always with warmth, attention to detail, and local expertise. Travel your way, we take care of the rest.

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