6-day Galapagos on a Budget Experience

4.8
(12 reviews)

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

Discover the life of Galapagos Islands on an experience you will never forget! Sail the waters of the pacific in a speedboat on your way to Isabella Islands, admire the pink flamingos in the salt lagoons of Isabela, snorkel in the waters of Los Tuneles Cabo Rosa, a world top snorkeling destination, with great chances to see a huge variety of Galapagos endemic wildlife, and explore Tintoreras Islet, where the endemic white reef sharks live. Swim with penguins, sharks and even the friendly sea lions! Explore the wetlands of Isabela, visiting the wall of tears, the lava tunnels and more. Kayak in the waters of Puerto Villamil, keep your eyes open for turtles and the friendly sea lions who tend to hop on your boat!. Visit the highlands of Santa Cruz and get to see the giant Galapagos tortoises in the nature, learn about Charles Darwin and its theory of species in his research center, stop by the curious twin craters and be amazed by everything this paradise has to offer!

What's Included

Transportation: Airport pick up and drop off, inter-island and land transportation for activities
Accommodation: Tourist class hotels
Equipment: snorkeling masks and fin + kayaks, paddles and life vest durinng activities
Lunch (Optional[5])
Lunch
Breakfast (Optional[5])
Breakfast
English and Spanish speaking local guides in Galapagos National Park + 24/7 support from our team.
Travel Insurance
Optional tips for guides
Galapagos entree costs: INGALA transit card (20 USD pp), Galapagos National Park Fee (100 USD pp)
Flights to and from Galapagos
10 USD pier fee at Puerto Villamil + inside airport bus service (5 USD pp)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Arrival and departure from Baltra airport *We strongly recommend booking a flight arriving before 11 am and a departure flight in the afternoon

Itinerary

Duration: 6 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Baltra airport - Sta Cruz - Isabela - Flamingo Lagoon

    1 stop
  • 1
    Galapagos Islands

    START your Galapagos adventure when arriving on Baltra Island. HEAD by boat to Isabela Island. Careful this can be a bumpy ride! CHECK IN and relax at the hotel. SPOT flamingos on an afternoon visit to the salt lagoons

    8 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Los Tuneles Cabo Rosa

    1 stop
  • 2
    Los Tuneles

    SNORKEL in one of the best snorkeling spots in the world: Los Túneles. HOP on a boat and make your way to Los Túneles Cabo Rosa. Keep your eyes open during the ride as you might encounter dolphins or even killer whales, if you’re lucky! SWIM close to penguins, sea lions, sea turtles and eagle rays. They are curious and friendly to approach! BE AMAZED by dozens of white tipped reef sharks relaxing by the tunnels. FREE time in the afternoon to explore the Island by yourself.

    6 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 3

    Tintoreras - Wetlands

    1 stop
  • 3
    Las Tintoreras

    KAYAK through the crystal clear waters of Las Tintoreras Islet to see the penguins, sea lions, marine iguanas, whitetip reef and tiger sharks.  BECOME FRIENDS with the friendly sea lions  that tend to hop on the kayaks! WALK through the natural lava tunnels formed thousands of years ago SPOT the Galapagos Tortoises walking around in the nature!

    8 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 4

    Kayak Puerto Villamil - Isabela Highlands

    1 stop
  • 4
    Puerto Villamil

    KAYAK through the crystal clear waters of Las Tintoreras Islet to see the penguins, sea lions, marine iguanas, whitetip reef and tiger sharks.  BECOME FRIENDS with the friendly sea lions  that tend to hop on the kayaks! WALK through the natural lava tunnels formed thousands of years ago SPOT the Galapagos Tortoises walking around in the nature!

    8 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    Sta Cruz - Highlands - Charles Darwin Research Station

    1 stop
  • 5
    Santa Cruz

    EMBARK on the speedboat from Isabela Island to Santa Cruz Island. LOOK for dolphins and whales (from July to October). VISIT Primicias Ranch to see the giant Tortoises in their natural habitat LEARN in the Charles Darwin Center of Giant Turtles, dedicated to increasing and stabilizing the population of this endangered species.

    8 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 6

    Twin Craters - Baltra aiport

    1 stop
  • 6
    Galapagos Islands

    TASTE one last delicious breakfast in Santa Cruz before your guide picks you up STOP by the Twin Craters on your way to the airport. SAY bye to Galapagos islands! It’s time to leave!

    6 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Takiri Travel

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