6-day Galapagos Island Hopping Adventure Expedition

4.8 (12 reviews) Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Duration6 days
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This 6-day Galápagos expedition is a well-balanced island-hopping journey focused on Isabela and Santa Cruz, combining iconic wildlife encounters with relaxed, active exploration. By staying on the islands rather than cruising, you’ll experience daily life in the Galápagos while maximizing time both on land and in the water.

Highlights include snorkeling through the lava formations and turquoise waters of Los Túneles, a scenic bike ride through Isabela’s wetlands, close encounters with giant tortoises in the Santa Cruz highlands, and a navigable snorkeling trip to Pinzón Island, known for its clear waters, sea lions, and vibrant marine life. Traveling by speedboat and staying in locally owned hotels, this small-group adventure is led by expert naturalist guides and supports local communities—offering a smooth, meaningful way to experience the Galápagos beyond the highlights.

What's included

  • Lunch
  • Mask and fins for all snorkeling activities.
  • Breakfast
  • Private transportation for all in-land activities, and airport transfers.
  • Isabela Pier Usage Fee, Giant Tortoises Private Farm and Tortoises Breeding Center.
  • Accommodation: in a double or triple room x5 nights (based on number of travelers).
  • All guided activities (naturalist bilingual guides from the National Park).
  • Travel and Health Insurance.
  • Airfare from/to the Galapagos.
  • Galapagos Islands National Park
  • Traffic Control Card or INGALA Card
  • Watertaxis
  • Dinners and other meals/drinks not mentioned.

What to expect

Day 1: Pick up at Baltra airport - Boat to Isabela Island
  1. Galapagos Islands
    Pass by
    Start your trip at Baltra airport, where you'll be picked up by our staff to then head to Puerto Ayora.
  2. Isabela Island
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Embark on the afternoon boat to Isabela Island. On your arrival, you'll be met by our local coordinator to start your adventure.
Day 2: Snorkeling at Los Tuneles and Cabo Rosa
  1. Los Tuneles
    6h · Admission ticket 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.
Day 3: Biking tour to the Wetlands and Wall of Tears - Snorkeling at Tintoreras Islet
  1. The Wall of Tears
    4h · Admission ticket 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.
  2. Las Tintoreras
    3h · Admission ticket 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.
Day 4: Santa Cruz Island: Charles Darwin Station, Giant Tortoises Farm and the Twins
  1. Charles Darwin Research Station
    4h · Admission ticket 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.
  2. Rancho Primicias
    4h · Admission ticket 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.
Day 5: Pinzon Island and La Fe Bay Snorkeling Navigable Trip
  1. Pinzon
    6h
    Embark on a small boat journey to Pinzón Island, one of the Galápagos’ most remote and untouched islands. Snorkel in crystal-clear waters where sea turtles, reef sharks, rays, and colorful fish glide below you, often joined by playful sea lions. Back on land, you’ll explore the rugged volcanic coastline, keeping an eye out for marine iguanas and Darwin finches, before returning with the feeling of having visited a truly wild corner of the archipelago.
Day 6: Say goodbye to the Galapagos!
  1. Galapagos Islands
    3h
    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 and pickup

Pickup details

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.

Additional information

  • 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

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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