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About this tour
This Galapagos Island tour of 6 days takes you to 2 islands. You see the islands Santa Cruz and Bartolome.
On Santa Cruz, you'll visit the famous twin volcano craters. Walk from your hotel in Puerto Ayora to the Darwin Research Center. Follow the trail to Turtle Beach to see sea turtles and marine iguanas. A separate trip up to the highlands lets you see giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Your tour guide will explain the Galápagos ecosystems, its biodiversity and how micro evolution works. The trip to Bartolome island is ideal for pictures. Hike to the summit of the volcanic island for a panoramic view. The white beaches of the island have turtles, sharks and stingrays swimming by in the crystal clear water. Relax and explore the town of Puerto Ayora with its surroundings during your free days.
Airport-hotel taxi service is included. After breakfast on day 6, your taxi will return you to the airport.
When you have 6 days available, this Galapagos Island tour is ideal when you want to combine exploration with free days to relax at Santa Cruz.
— Jonatan Chimarro, Ecuador Travel Expert
$2,655
- Duration
- 6 days / 5 nights
- Group size
- 1–16 people
- Physical intensity
- Low
- Activities
- Animal Spotting, Hiking, Relax, Swimming
- Environment
- Beach, Island, Sea, Sun, Volcano
- Key wildlife
- Birds, Fish, Sharks, Turtles
- Best months
- January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
- Region
- Galapagos Islands
- Within the Galápagos Islands you get transport service between the airport and the yacht.
- A tour guide that is certified and knows the environment comes with you on every trip. The guide speaks English and Spanish.
- Hotel accommodation, including: private bathroom, breakfast, lunch, dinner and WiFi.
- Your tours are shared. This means other people can be present in the group during the tour.
- Flights to and from Galápagos.
- You must pay to enter the Galápagos National Park. It costs US$200 for each adult and US$100 for each child. You pay with cash when you land at the airport in the islands.
- You must pay US$20 for the Galápagos travel card. You pay with cash in Quito or Guayaquil, before you check in for your flight.
- Docking fees, several docking fees apply per Island. Prices are between 1 and 10 USD per person.
- Use of (water)taxis during your stay.
- Alcoholic beverages, personal expenses and tips.
- Travel, medical and cancellation insurance.
- Day 1
Welcome to the Galápagos
Arrive at the airport. Your taxi takes you to your hotel in Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island. Rest and explore the harbor area.
- Day 2
Turtles and Darwin
Visit the Darwin Research Center to learn about island animals. Walk to Turtle Beach and see sea turtles and marine iguanas on the sand.
- Day 3
Giant Tortoises in the Highlands
Drive up to the Santa Cruz highlands. See giant land tortoises in their natural home. Learn how animals adapt to the islands.
- Day 4
Climb Bartolome Island
Take a boat to Bartolome Island. Hike to the top and see amazing views of two crescent beaches. Watch for green sea turtles in the water.
- Day 5
Relax and explore
Free day! Explore Puerto Ayora at your own pace or just relax at the hotel. Enjoy a day in the relaxing environment of Galápagos without any obligations.
- Day 6
Bring it home
Have breakfast at your hotel. Your taxi picks you up. Enjoy the ride back over the island. Bring home great Galápagos memories.
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