Itinerary
- Day 1
Baltra to Santa Cruz Island
You'll be met at Baltra Airport with a sign bearing your name. From there, the day involves visiting Twin Craters to see the volcanic formations up close, then heading to El Chato Reserve where you'll observe giant tortoises in their natural habitat. After that, Charles Darwin Station is on the agenda so you can check out preserved plant specimens from across the islands. Lunch is included throughout, so meals are taken care of.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Twin Craters and observe volcanic formations
- Guided tour of El Chato Reserve to see giant tortoises
- Explore Charles Darwin Station and preserved plant collection
Landmarks Twin Craters El Chato Reserve Charles Darwin Station - Day 2
Santa Fe Island Day Tour
The day starts with departure from Puerto Ayora's Main Pier heading to Santa Fe Island, roughly 45 minutes of sailing southeast from Santa Cruz. You'll hike through giant cactus forests and spot endemic land iguanas, sea lions, marine iguanas, mockingbirds, and Galapagos doves along the way. Later, snorkeling happens in a rocky reef bay where sea turtles, rays, sharks, and various fish species show up. Lunch comes on board the boat.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on board)
Included Activities
- Day tour to Santa Fe Island with approximately 45 minutes sailing
- Guided trail walk through giant cactus forest
- Wildlife viewing: land iguanas, sea lions, marine iguanas, mockingbirds, Galapagos doves
- Snorkeling in Santa Fe Island bay
- Snorkel equipment provided (mask, tube, fins)
Landmarks Santa Fe Island - Day 3
Coffee Farm and Tortuga Bay
Private transport takes you to the highlands to visit a coffee farm plantation, where you'll have a chance to taste Galapagos coffee. After lunch, the focus shifts to hiking toward Tortuga Bay, about 45 minutes depending on your fitness level. Once at this white sand beach, you can swim, snorkel, kayak, surf, or just relax while watching the marine life around you.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit to Coffee Farm Plantation with Galapagos coffee tasting
- Hiking to Tortuga Bay (approximately 45 minutes)
- Beach access at Tortuga Bay
Optional Activities
- Kayak rental at Tortuga Bay for $10 per person per hour
- Swimming at Tortuga Bay
- Snorkeling at Tortuga Bay
- Surfing at Tortuga Bay
Landmarks Tortuga Bay - Day 4
San Cristobal Island
A public speedboat heads to San Cristobal Island with around 25 to 30 other passengers sharing the journey. The trip takes 25 to 30 minutes. Once you arrive, time at Playa Mann beach is on the schedule. After lunch, the group moves to La Loberia Beach for snorkeling in the afternoon.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Playa Mann beach visit
- Snorkeling at La Loberia Beach
Landmarks Playa Mann La Loberia Beach - Day 5
Lobos Island
Travel happens to Lobo Island where snorkeling and kayaking are the main activities. Lunch is provided, and then a short hike leads to Junco Lagoon to wrap up the day's exploration.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Round-trip boat ride to Lobo Island
- Snorkeling at Lobo Island
- Kayaking at Lobo Island
- Short hike to Junco Lagoon
Landmarks Lobo Island Junco Lagoon - Day 6
Departure
You'll be transferred to Baltra Airport for your departure flight back home, concluding the Galapagos trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast
