Can I stay in the Galapagos without a fixed tour?

Yes, a flexible, self-directed stay of up to 30 days on Santa Cruz island. You are based in Puerto Ayora near the Darwin Station, Turtle Bay and Las Grietas.

What's included in the Santa Cruz stay within the Galapagos Islands?

Hotel in Puerto Ayora. Extra are airport transfer, a bilingual guide, park fees and water taxis.

Are the Galapagos park fee and transit card included in the tour price?

No. The $200 national-park fee (adult; $100 child, cash on arrival) and the ~$20 INGALA Transit Control Card are paid separately. Flights to the islands from the mainland are also paid separately.

Can I customize a tour or build a private itinerary?

Yes, every tour is customizable, and Viaaza will design a private, tailor-made Ecuador itinerary around your dates, pace and interests.

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Galapagos Santa Cruz Island Stay

Galapagos Islands

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This tour to Galapagos Islands is to relax without any scheduled activities. The Santa Cruz Island stay includes a hotel booking in the town of Puerto Ayora. No tourist activities are included. Enjoy exploring Puerto Ayora and other public areas on the island. Visit Turtle Beach. Walk along the harbor and the Darwin Museum. Enjoy fresh food at the restaurants or a drink at the bar. A taxi service is included for transport between the airport and your hotel. After breakfast, your taxi will bring you back to the airport.

A stay is ideal if you just want to relax and have zero obligations.
— Jonatan Chimarro, Ecuador Travel Expert

From

$150/ person

S-1001

Duration: 0 days
Group size: 1–16 people
Physical intensity: Low
Activities: Animal Spotting, Relax, Swimming
Environment: Beach, Island, Sea, Sun, Volcano
Key wildlife: Birds, Butterflies, Dolphins, Fish, Sharks, Snakes, Spiders, Turtles, Whales
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Region: Galapagos Islands

Included: Hotel accommodation, including private bathroom.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Shared group tours.
Bilingual local guide: English and Spanish.
Transport from the airport to the hotel on the day arrival.
Transport from the hotel to the airport on the day of departure.
Information brochure about independent activities with practical tips.
Not included: Tourist Control and Certification procedure fee.
Galápagos Islands entrance fee.
Docking fees, several docking fees apply per Island. Prices are between 1 and 10 USD per person.
Use of (water)taxis during your stay.
Personal expenses.

01: Can I stay in the Galapagos without a fixed tour?
Yes, a flexible, self-directed stay of up to 30 days on Santa Cruz island. You are based in Puerto Ayora near the Darwin Station, Turtle Bay and Las Grietas.
02: What's included in the Santa Cruz stay within the Galapagos Islands?
Hotel in Puerto Ayora. Extra are airport transfer, a bilingual guide, park fees and water taxis.
03: Are the Galapagos park fee and transit card included in the tour price?
No. The $200 national-park fee (adult; $100 child, cash on arrival) and the ~$20 INGALA Transit Control Card are paid separately. Flights to the islands from the mainland are also paid separately.
04: Can I customize a tour or build a private itinerary?
Yes, every tour is customizable, and Viaaza will design a private, tailor-made Ecuador itinerary around your dates, pace and interests.