5-day Galapagos Island Hopping Adventure Expedition

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About this activity

This 5-day Galápagos expedition is a compact, well-paced island-hopping experience designed to combine the archipelago’s most iconic wildlife encounters with active exploration. By staying on the inhabited islands, you’ll enjoy a deeper sense of place while making the most of every day in the Galápagos.

Highlights include snorkeling through the lava formations and crystal-clear waters of Los Túneles, a relaxed bike ride through Isabela’s wetlands, and close marine encounters at Tintoreras, where sea lions, marine iguanas, and reef life gather. On Santa Cruz, you’ll visit a giant tortoise reserve in the highlands and explore the work of conservation at the Charles Darwin Research Station. Traveling by speedboat and staying in locally owned hotels, this small-group journey is guided by expert naturalist guides and supports local communities—offering an immersive and meaningful way to experience the Galápagos beyond the highlights.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 days
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Takiri Travel

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Accommodation: in a double or triple room x4 nights (based on number of travelers).
Included: Lunch
Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: Mask and fins for all snorkeling activities.
Included: Breakfast
Included: Private transportation for all in-land activities, and airport transfers.
Included: Admission fees: Isabela Pier Usage Fee, Giant Tortoises Private Farm and Tortoises Breeding Center.
Included: All guided activities (naturalist bilingual guides from the National Park).

Not included

Not included: Travel and Health Insurance.
Not included: Airfare from/to the Galapagos.
Not included: Entrance fees: Galapagos Islands National Park
Not included: Admission fees: Traffic Control Card or INGALA Card
Not included: Government fees: Watertaxis
Not included: Dinners and other meals/drinks not mentioned.

Itinerary

Day 1 · Pick up at Baltra airport - Boat to Isabela Island

Galapagos Islands

8 hours

Start your trip at Baltra airport, where you'll be picked up by our staff to then head to Puerto Ayora.
Isabela

2 hours

Embark on the afternoon boat to Isabela Island. On your arrival, you'll be met by our local coordinator to start your adventure.

Overnight at Cally Hotel or similar

Day 2 · Snorkeling at Los Tuneles and Cabo Rosa

Los Tuneles

6 hours Admission included

Navigate from Puerto Villamil to Los Tuneles. Explore the collapsed lava tunnels, spot blue-footed boobies and brown pelicans. Snorkel at Cabo Rosa and spot Pacific green sea turtles, golden rays, white-tip reef sharks, and Galapagos penguins. Today is all about the wonders of the ocean.

Overnight at Cally Hotel or similar

Day 3 · Biking tour to the Wetlands and Wall of Tears - Snorkeling at Tintoreras Islet

The Wall of Tears

4 hours Admission included

Start your morning biking to the Wetlands of Isabela and the Wall of Tears. Today, you'll learn about the controversial political history of the islands while spotting giant tortoises on the way.
Las Tintoreras

3 hours Admission included

After a morning of biking, you'll embark on a small boat to have a short ride to the islet. You'll have a 45-minute walk to spot marine iguanas and frigatebirds. Then, you'll snorkel in the calm waters of the bay to spot white-tip reef sharks, colorful fish, and more endemic wildlife.

Overnight at Cally Hotel or similar

Day 4 · Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station, Giant Tortoises Farm and the Twins

Charles Darwin Research Station

4 hours Admission included

Embark on an early-morning boat to Santa Cruz. On your arrival, our staff will meet you and take you to your designated hotel. After a short break, you'll visit the Charles Darwin Station and the Breeding Cente,r where you'll learn all about the efforts to protect this fragile ecosystem.
Rancho Primicias

4 hours Admission included

After a morning of learning, we will head to the highlands of Santa Cruz. You'll visit a Giant Tortoise farm where you'll spot these amazing creatures in their natural habitat. Walk through lava tunnels and visit the Twins: the largest sinkholes of the islands, formed by the collapse of empty underground magma chambers.

Overnight at Lava House Hotel or similar

Day 5 · Say goodbye to the Galapagos!

Galapagos Islands

3 hours

Enjoy a last stroll in Puerto Ayora, wander around town before you're picked up to go to Baltra airport.

The pick-up time will be according to your departure flight.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Baltra Airport

Travelers can start this trip on any date of their preference. They must arrive at or before 11:30 am at Baltra Airport (airport code GPS) and depart after 12:30 (noon) from Baltra Airport (airport code GPS).

We can arrange early/late pick-ups, but please get in touch with us before booking your flights.