5 Days Galapagos Tour: Santa Cruz and Isabela Islands

3.5
(4 reviews)

5 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

With five days at hand, we can help you explore the most attractive spots for tourists and make the most of this trip. There is no need to worry about the arrangements of lodging, conveyance, and food. We have you all covered. Whether it is the need for sea transportation or the land, we have your back. Besides, you will be accompanied by a personal guide who will lead you to the places of interest. He will also manage the time allocation at every spot, so no time is wasted.

What's Included

Bilingual Guides During the tour
Transfers Airport - Hotel - Airport.
Lunch (Optional[3])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[4])
Dinner
Snorkeling equipment
Breakfast (Optional[4])
Breakfast
Entrance fee to the National Park - $USD 100 (paid on arrival in Galapagos, must be paid in cash only)
Migration card fee - $USD20 (to be paid at departure airport Quito or Guayaquil)
Iner-Island water cabs $1 per person per via
Bus lobito ($5 per person)
Santa Cruz Dock fee $1
Isabela Island dock fee $10

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout .
Pickup details:

Pick up from the airport arrival door, the guide wil have a signal with your name

Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Transfer in + Charles Darwin Scientific Station

    2 stops
  • 1
    Puerto Ayora

    The fun begins on the very first day! There will be three main stops. Firstly, for the transfer in, a guide will be waiting for you at the Baltra airport to welcome you.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Puerto Ayora

    Lastly, you will visit the famous tourist attraction, the Charles Darwin Scientific Station in Puerto Ayora. This site is renowned for its breeding programs for tortoises and land iguanas. You can enjoy various outdoor and indoor exhibits and observe the unique animals in this beatific place. You will get to rest in a nice hotel in Santa Cruz, and we will provide you with a lovely dinner to lessen your fatigue.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Ferry to Isabela Island + Tour Tintoreras

    1 stop
  • 3
    Playa Puerto Villamil

    An enthralling ferry ride will take you to Playa Puerto Villamil on Isabela Island on the second day. You will board the ferry, which will drop you off at the Puerto Villamil dock. The travel time will be approximately 2 hours. However, the scenic beauty of the waters will not let you get bored for a second. Afterward, The islet takes its name from the white-tipped sharks known as Tintoreras. This is considered one of the most fascinating species of Galapagos, in the same area we will find: sea lions, marine iguanas, blue footed boobies, crabs (Sally Lightfoot Crab), sea turtles, pelicans and the peculiar Galapagos penguins. This exhilarating wildlife display will leave you breathless. Then we will move to a sea inlet on the islet for snorkeling, the site is ideal for this activity because a great variety of fish, starfish, sea urchins, manta rays, and the beautiful sharks and sea lions swim in the site. After this unique encounter, we head back to the Isabela pier to finish the tour

    5 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Sierra Negra Volcano + Ferry to Santa Cruz Island

    1 stop
  • 4
    Sierra Negra

    The hike is done on a medium-difficulty trail with a gentle slope. Sierra Negra Volcano has the second longest crater in the world, approximately 6 miles in diameter and 300 feet deep and is one of the most spectacular sights in Galapagos. The hike continues to Volcán Chico. You can feel the hot earth as you approach, as this is an active volcano. The panoramic view from this place is wonderful. At the afternoon ferry will take you back to Santa Cruz Island, following the same route. The ferry will drop you off at the Puerto Ayora dock. We will take you to your hotel from the dock for a nightcap. All three meals for your voyage will be provided by us.

    5 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 4

    Bay Tour + Turtle Bay Tour

    1 stop
  • 5
    Malecon de Puerto Ayora

    On the fourth day, you will visit the beguiling destinations of Santa Cruz Island. Punta Estrada is an alluring beach covered with a variety of reefs. Kayaking and snorkeling are also available at this beach. Next, we will head to La Playa de Lose Perros or Dig Beach. white tipped reef sharks are a sight to behold here and come to nibble in a natural pool. So you better watch your feet. Sally lightfoot crabs, sea lions, marine iguanas, frigate birds, and blue-footed boobies can also be spotted on this charming spot. From here, we will head to Turtle Bay or Tortuga Bay. To add to the beauty and serenity, porous dark rocks stand out against the white sand, adding beauty to the serene scenery. Turtles come here to nest. Hence it's called the turtle bay. To enjoy the beach further, we will provide you with snorkeling equipment. Finally, we will take you back to your hotel, where you will have your dinner and rest for the journey back the next day.

    7 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    Transfer Out

    1 stop
  • 6

    On the last day of the tour, after serving you a scrumptious breakfast, we will pick you up from the hotel's lobby. Our buses will drop you off at the Baltra airport, where your trip will end.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress code is sportswear
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