GALAPAGOS ISLANDS VACATION: SANTA CRUZ ADVENTURE
3 Nights – 4 Days
“One thing is for sure, there won’t be one moment where you won’t be appreciating the nature, wildlife and remarkable activities included in this itinerary!”
This Island Hopping Adventure program was created for those looking to take their experiences in the Galapagos up a notch. You’ll hike through the Santa Cruz highlands as you watch the slow-moving Giant Tortoises dot the landscape and you’ll bike along beaches where you can kayak, swim and snorkel in the company of many Galapagos aquatic species. In between these activities, you will still have plenty of time to even do some exploring on your own. One thing is for sure, there won’t be one moment where you won’t be appreciating the nature, wildlife and remarkable activities included in this itinerary!
3 Nights Santa Cruz Adventure
ITINERARY
Continuing on you explore lava tunnel remains and watch Giant tortoises roam the thick forest in their natural habitat. You will have lunch in the unique flora of the Galapagos while finches and warblers fly to and from.
An added experience in the highlands is the “Trapiche”. You will learn how to make the popular liquor “Agua Ardiente” made from sugar cane, as well as a detailed organic coffee presentation of how it grows well in the volcanic soil.
Afterwards, arrive in Puerto Ayora at the Charles Darwin Research Station. It is one of the best park interpretation centers highlighting what it means to humanity and how vital it is to protect all Galapagos species and their conservation.
Activities: Walking tour
The following activity continues on bike to Garrapatero Beach where you’ll enjoy a picnic on the shore and have the rest of the afternoon at your disposal to enjoy the beach. The wildlife species found in the area that you can observe are flamingos and ducks in the nearby lagoon, as well as shore birds flying in and out like frigate birds, blue footed boobies, gulls, pelicans; on land you might see marine iguanas, sea lions, sally-lightfoot crabs and for certain many tropical fish in the waters. You can even rent a kayak for some added adventure and paddle along the shore to see what surprises you can discover before returning to Puerto Ayora.
Activities: Walk, bike, double kayaks, swimming.
Loberia: You’ll reach islet Punta Camano where you can snorkel around sea lions and tropical fish displaying a dazzling show beneath the surface against interesting underwater formations.
Shark Channel: You can see harmless white-tip sharks and blue footed boobies while snorkeling, Your guides will explain safe distances during each activity. You’ll come upon the Canal del Amor where you may find sea turtles and many tropical fish varieties.
Playa de los Perros: Taking a 10-minute walk you’ll see marine iguanas in their natural habitat and have plenty of opportunities to take pictures.
Las Grietas: The grietas are where two large cliffs separate and are filled with freshwater towards the top of the surface and salt water below. The crevice is deep in the earth and allows for amazing swims and snorkeling. The rest of the afternoon is at your leisure.
Activities: Walk, snorkel and swim
Today you will be provided a transfer to the airport with assistance for your return flight.
Prices 2022
Prices Per Person
HOTEL ACCOMMODATION | LUXURY | FIRST | MID-RANGE | STANDARD |
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1 Guest |
USD 4,281.00
|
USD 2,145.00 | USD 1,862.00 | USD 1,599.00 |
2 Guests |
USD 2,499.00
|
USD 1,354.00 | USD 1,215.00 | USD 1,149.00 |
3-5 Guests |
USD 2,407.00
|
USD 1,311.00 | USD 1,172.00 | USD 1,106.00 |
6-9 Guests |
USD 2,148.00
|
USD 1,101.00 | USD 962.00 | USD 896.00 |
10-16 Guests |
USD 2,025.00
|
USD 1,005.00 | USD 866.00 | USD 801.00 |
Single Supplement |
USD 1,166.00
|
USD 342.00 | USD 197.00 | USD 219.00 |
INCLUDED:
Private services with local English-speaking guide
Services and entrance fees as detailed in the itinerary
Meals as per itinerary
Permanent assistance by our operations department
Accommodations at selected hotels
Flight San Cristobal – Isabela
Flight Isabela – Baltra (Only valid for luxury tours)
NOT INCLUDED:
- All air transportation
Meals and services not mentioned in the program
Personal expenses
Laundry, phone bills, or any extra expenses
Tips
Migratory Control Card
Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee
Flights to/from Galapagos Islands
TripAdvisor Reviews
What our customers say
Dear Gabriela,
Good Morning.My husband Pradip, Vajarias and I want to thank you for organizing our fantastic trip to Peru.
All the tour guides and the transfers were very smooth. Hotels were excellent. All the tour guides organized were very well informed and in Cusco our tour guide helped us to get to the airport safely when there was a transportation strike.
We had amazing experience in Amazon at Refugio Amazonas lodge too.
Thanks again.
Alka Amin
Dear Veronica,
My husband Pradip, Vajarias and I want to thank you for organizing our fantastic trip to Peru.
All the tour guides and the transfers were very smooth. Hotels were excellent. All the tour guides organized were very well informed and in Cusco our tour guide helped us to get to the airport safely when there was a transportation strike.
We had amazing experience in Amazon at Refugio Amazonas lodge too.
Thanks again.
Alka Amin