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About this tour
This super relaxed 11-day Galapagos Islands tour takes you to 2 islands. You will see the islands Santa Cruz and Daphne. This trip is ideal for people who like to relax multiple days in a row and occasionally have days of exploration. Daphne island is less visited. This relative quiet tourist location fits well with the leisure time on Santa Cruz.
On Santa Cruz, this trip includes the volcano twin craters, the Darwin Station and the famous Turtle beach. On this beach, turtles and iguanas relax in the sun. You can relax in the town called Puerto Ayora. Visit the the local market and the harbor. Daphne is the place where wildlive thrives. Visit one of the richest marine experiences in the archipelago. See small and big fish swim in schools. Spot sharks and huge manta rays. Sea turtles and dolphins can also be seen on most visits. The Daphne experience finishes at the beach of Borrero Bay. Here you can relax, swim, snorkel and take pictures. Three of the eleven days have scheduled activities. 7 full days are free days to relax. Most travelers spend that downtime in Puerto Ayora or back on Turtle Beach.
Airport-hotel taxi service is included. After breakfast on day 11, your taxi will return you to the airport.
$7,896
- World-Class Snorkeling at Daphne Island! Experience exceptional snorkeling at Daphne Island, known for having the best variety of oceanic life in the Galápagos. Marvel at the abundance of marine vegetation and schools of fish that attract giant manta rays of 2 meters, black tip sharks, and colorful tropical fish. With pristine waters and minimal tourist traffic due to strict national park restrictions, this is one of the most exclusive and biodiverse marine environments you'll ever encounter.
- Giant Tortoises & Endemic Birds in the Santa Cruz Highlands! Explore the lush highlands of Santa Cruz, home to the largest population of giant tortoises in the Galápagos. Experience the dramatic climate and vegetation changes as you ascend from Puerto Ayora's coastal lowlands to this temperate and humid region. Look for endemic bird species like the patillo, pachay, and witch bird while walking through unique lava formations on private farms dedicated to endemic species.
- Tortuga Bay's Sea Turtles & Marine Iguanas! Walk alongside white sand beaches of Tortuga Bay. This bay is a crucial nesting site for sea turtles. It is one of the archipelago's most beautiful locations. Encounter nearby marine iguanas basking on the shore. Enjoy safe swimming and snorkeling in calm mangrove-protected waters after exploring the main bay's dramatic landscape.
- Charles Darwin Station! Visit the renowned Charles Darwin Research Station to learn about conservation efforts and endemic species protection. Explore the natural history museum and interact with native giant tortoises in controlled settings. Gain insights into Galapagos evolution and the critical wildlife protection initiatives that make these islands unique.
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