Activity Baltra, Ecuador
Santa Cruz & Isabela and islet TINTORERAS,Galapagos Jewelry 5D/4N
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About this activity
Discover the Galapagos in an authentic and carefree way. At Discovering Galapagos we design tailor-made experiences for you to live the Enchanted Islands to the fullest: carefully selected hotels, unique excursions, expert naturalist guides and well-coordinated transfers. We take care of every detail so you only dedicate yourself to enjoy unique landscapes, incomparable fauna and unforgettable moments. Whether you are traveling as a couple, with family or friends, we tailor the itinerary to your interests and pace, providing personalized attention from your arrival to your farewell. Book with confidence and turn your visit to Galapagos into a memorable experience that you will want to repeat. In addition, our local team is always available to advise and accompany you, ensuring a safe, organized and full of unique discoveries
At a glance
- Duration
- 5 days
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Up to 16 people
- People per booking
- 1–15
- Guide
- English, Spanish
- Operated by
- Discovering Galapagos
Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–7 years) · Youth (8–18 years) · Adults (19–64 years) · Seniors (65–90 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: daily support
- Included: transfer in & out
- Included: Lunch
- Included: Dinner
- Included: Breakfast
- Included: accommodation
- Included: feeding
- Included: hotel taxes
Not included
- Not included: Airport and departure taxes: Traffic control card
- Not included: Airport and departure taxes: Galapagos National Park entrance
Itinerary
Day 1 · TRANSFER IN - DARWIN CENTER
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Stop 1
Passing by Admission included
Upon arrival at Seymour Airport on Baltra Island, you will be welcomed by our staff, who will provide assistance and accompaniment during the start of your adventure in the archipelago.
We will board the bus known as "Lobito", which will take us on a 15-minute tour to the Itabaca Canal. There we will make a short 10-minute motor barge crossing to Santa Cruz Island.
Once in Santa Cruz, we will continue the ride by shared transport through the beautiful landscapes of the upper part of the island until we reach Puerto Ayora, in a 45 minute drive. Upon arrival, we will check in at the hotel assigned by the agency and enjoy lunch.
IMPORTANT NOTE: In case your flight arrives very late that afternoon you will take free as your itinerary has a free afternoon, but at the end of the tour will be fully fulfilled, activities may vary due to Galapagos National Park regulations or local logistical conditions.
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Playa de La Estacion
3 hours
the Charles Darwin Science Station or the Turtle Route is located in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island. Famous for captive breeding of giant turtles from different islands, called Galapagos that live for an average of 150 years. On our tour we can observe the Darwin finches, Galapagos cuckoos, marine iguanas, the famous LONELY GEORGE the last of his kind from Pinta Island is in a special room where he remains embalmed; after the visit we will walk back to the city center
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Day 2 · BAY BEACH TURTLE - HIGHLAND OF SANTA CRUZ
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3 hours
Tortuga Bay Beach, located southwest of Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands, is a protected beach within Galapagos National Park. It is accessed by walking along a 2.5 km path through native vegetation such as Opuntia cactus and palo santo. The beach is divided into two main areas:
Playa Brava : extensive and open to the ocean, with strong waves, ideal for surfers but not suitable for swimming due to dangerous currents.
Playa Mansa – protected bay with calm waters, perfect for swimming, snorkeling and kayaking.
We leave from the meeting point walking and walk back, includes the accompaniment of the guide, return to lunch
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Rancho Primicias
3 min Admission included
The upper part of Santa Cruz, located more than 400 m above sea level, is characterized by its wetter climate and lush vegetation
1. The Twins
2. Rancho Primicias
3. Lava Tunnels
4. Turtles in the Natural State
Includes the bus, guide, and entrance to the private farm, we leave from the meeting point
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Day 3 · BAY TOUR - FREE AFTERNOON
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3 hours Admission included
We leave from the rendezvous point to the main pier of Puerto Ayora walking where we will take a boat, designed to explore various natural sites on the southwest coast of Santa Cruz. It combines hiking, snorkeling and observation of marine and terrestrial fauna.
1. Canal of Love
It is a habitat for tropical fish, small reef sharks and occasionally sea turtles.
2. Playa de los Perros
Accessed by a path of lava and coastal vegetation, this small beach of rock and sand is a place where large marine iguanas are observed sunbathing on black rocks.
3. Salt Mines
Old site of artisanal exploitation of sea salt by the first inhabitants of Santa Cruz.
4. The Rifts
Famous natural formation of deep fissures between walls of volcanic lava, filled with brackish and crystal clear water. Ideal for swimming or snorkeling in a unique environment.
Includes: boat, guide, snacks, mask and tube, LUNCH - AFTERNOON OFF - DINNER
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Day 4 · FULL DAY ISABELA & ISLET DRY CLEANERS
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8 hours Admission included
We walk to the main dock of Puerto Ayora around 06:20, board the boat type 7:00, after 2
hours of sailing we arrive to Isabela Island known for hosting about 75% of the archipelago's faunal species including the second smallest penguin species in the world; we disembark, we head to the Arnaldo Tupiza Breeding Center is located 1.2 km from Puerto Villamil. The trail runs through mangrove ecosystems, wetlands, lava fields, carob and manzanillo forests, Las Tintoreras Island is one of the most emblematic sites of Isabela Island, famous for its incredible biodiversity and volcanic landscapes. During the visit, you will take a boat tour around the islets, where it is possible to observe Galapagos penguins, sea lions, sea iguanas and coastal birds, we will snorrkel, type 15 : 00 we are returning to Santa Cruz
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Day 5 · TRANFER OUT TO AIRPORT
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Puerto Ayora
2 hours
Breakfast, continue to the airport.
Meeting point and pickup
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
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| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
Good to know
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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