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Group sizeUp to 16 travelers
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Overview
Venture into the highlands for a horseback ride, taking in the breathtaking landscapes of Parque Nacional Galápagos, and then explore Cerro Mesa for panoramic views. The excitement continues with a dynamic day of cycling and kayaking around Garrapatero, providing a perfect balance of adventure and serenity.
As your Galápagos sojourn concludes, a seamless transfer ensures a smooth departure, leaving you with cherished memories of the unique landscapes, diverse wildlife, and extraordinary experiences that define the Galápagos Islands.
What's included
Bilingual and certified Guides
Itabaca Channel crossing tickets (entrance and exit)
4 Nights of accommodation in Santa Cruz
Lunch
Meals: According to the itinerary
Breakfast
Navigable excursions and land tours according to itinerary
Snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins)
Assistance during transfer in/out from and to the airport
Domestic and international flights
Galapagos Migration Card TCT (USD 20 per person)
Extra drinks
Gratuities
Personal expenses
Travel Insurance
Galapagos National Park entrance fee
What to expect
Day 1: Santa Cruz Highlands and Charles Darwin Research Station
Rancho Primicias
3h · Admission ticket included
In the highlands of Santa Cruz Island, you will meet giant tortoises, and discover the natural way of living of giant tortoises to finish you will explore
Charles Darwin Research Station
2h · Admission ticket included
After lunch, you visit the Charles Darwin Research Station to learn about the projects to preserve the Galapagos Islands.
Day 2: Exploring the Underwater World
Santa Cruz Island
8h · Admission ticket included
Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel to go on a discovery beginner diving tour off the coast of Santa Cruz.
You will experience diving up to 10 meters, although it does not result in a certification. The scuba instructor will spend a little time with you to explain the basic principles of scuba diving and give you an overview of your scuba gear. Once you feel comfortable, your instructor will take you in the beach to help you learn basic scuba skills.
Depending on the authorizations from the National Park of Galapagos, you will visit any of the three different dives sites on the island - they all have their own thriving populations of rare sea life, where under its crystal clear waters you can swim with hammerhead sharks, white tip sharks, sea lions, golden rays, sea turtles, fish and a great variety of marine life.
Day 3: Another diving excursion from Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Island
8h · Admission ticket included
Today, you can enjoy another day underwater and admire all the colourful fish, turtles, rays and sharks while diving. Again, the destination will depend on availability, weekday and permissions by the Galapagos National Park.
Enjoy another evening and night in Puerto Ayora.
Day 4: Highlands Horseback riding - Cerro Mesa - Garrapatero - (Cycling and Kayaking)
Cerro Mesa
4h · Admission ticket included
Find all the magical essence of the Galapagos on this tour to Cerro Mesa Ecological Reserve and Garrapatero Beach. Delight yourself with an incredible view and fill your lungs with fresh air as you walk through the native forest.
El Garrapatero
3h · Admission ticket included
Practice kayaking on the Garrapatero and enjoy the roads on a bike. Don't forget to keep your eyes open for small birds and tiptoe when approaching the Galapagos tortoise. Ride your bike to the small trail that leads to the bottom of the largest sinkhole found on the island of Santa Cruz. Marvel at the steep rock walls that surround you.
Day 5: Transfer to Baltra Island -Transfer Out
5h · Admission ticket included
If there is enough free time before your transfer to the airport, do some last-minute souvenir shopping or take a final stroll through Puerto Ayora. At the designated time, your driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you to the Itabaca Channel, which you will cross on a ferry. Take the public shuttle bus to the airport terminal, where your program ends with your return flight to the mainland.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
According to scheduled arrival flights in the Galagos Islands. A guide will wait for you at the arrival gate door with a sign of your name.
Additional information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
