8 Days Galapagos Island Hopping in Santa Cruz and Isabela

Puerto Ayora, Ecuador

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Responsible Travel South America
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Duration: 8 days
Group size: 1 - 16
8 Days Galapagos Island Hopping in Santa Cruz and Isabela
Puerto Ayora, Ecuador

Responsible Travel South America
  • Email address verified
3 reviews

Duration: 8 days
Group size: 1 - 16

About this trip

 Spend a memorable time at the Galapagos Islands and let yourself be surprised by one of the World's Nature Wonders. Live and breathe Galapagos! Visit the islands of Santa Cruz and Isabela, explore an uninhabited island, swim, snorkel, hike, and discover the magic of our beautiful archipelago. This all-inclusive travel itinerary will take you through the most incredible habitats in the Galapagos, from the awesome moon-like volcanic landscape of Sierra Negra Volcano to the home of the Giant Tortoises in the Highlands of Santa Cruz. 

What’s included

  • National Guide
    English Speaking guide for all the activities
  • Meals
    Listed as on the itinerary
  • Accomodation
    - Tourist Class Accommodations (7 nights)
  • Kayak Rental
    Kayak rental on day 3

What’s not included

  • Flights
    Galapagos Flights not included International flights are not included in the price. Please book arrival and departure according to the itinerary.
  • Insurance
    Travel Insurance We recommend that you take out travel cancellation and health insurance. Please check with your private insurance provider in advance.
  • TCT
    Galapagos Migration Card TCT (US$ 20 per person)
  • Entree to National Park
    - National Park entrance fee (US$ 100 per person) Galapagos
  • Isabela Harbor Fee
    - Isabela Harbor Fee (approx. US$ 10 per person)
  • Optional Excursions
  • Tips
  • Alcoholic Drinks
  • Meals not mentioned
    Any other meals, drinks, and/or services not mentioned in the program

Available Packages

Single Room
$2,650
Deposit:$800
Double Room Accomodation
$2,050
Deposit:$650


Itinerary

Day 1
Welcome to Galapagos: Santa Cruz Highlands & Charles Darwin Research S

 

Welcome to the beautiful Santa Cruz Island! After arriving at Baltra Airport, your guide will be waiting for you to take you to Santa Cruz Island. 

You will be amazed to see giant tortoises in the wild (in their natural habitat) with our first stop at a local farm in the highlands where there are dozens of giant tortoises, and you can wander around at will and enjoy a delicious lunch, to then continue to the port in Puerto Ayora to check into the hotel. 

In the afternoon, you will visit the Charles Darwin Station, where scientists from all over the world meet and work together on environmental projects such as water analysis, animal protection, effects of tourism on nature, etc., and the most famous place to see Giant Tortoises in the Galapagos where the animals are raised before being released into nature. The actual name of the tortoise area here is the “Fausto Llerena” Breeding Center, named after the Galapagos National Park ranger who cared for Lonesome George. This is the best place in the Galapagos to view numerous different species and see how their tortoiseshell shapes have evolved differently to match the terrain and vegetation of the islands they are native to.

Meals included: Lunch

Group type: Private group

Your Organizer


RT
Responsible Travel South America
3 reviews
For 12 years, Responsible Travel has been a specialist in fascinating cultural and adventure tours in the Andes; relaxing beach holidays on the sands of the pacific coast; trips into the mysterious verdant world of the Amazon rainforest; comfortable hotel accommodation in major cities; and cruises which travel through the enchanted Galápagos Islands. We operate in the main South American destinations such as Colombia, Perú, and Bolivia.

Reviews

Our travel agent Joseph was very attentive and worked hard to find us an ideal itinerary. We had planned to climb Cotopaxi but had to change the plans last minute due to health problems. The trip to Quilotoa and Cotopaxi base camp was a great substitute. The accommodation was a modest but decent hotel, the trip was well organized and lunches were basic but adequate.
By Mirka K for 2-Days/1-Night Exploring Cotopaxi and Quilotoa on Dec 06, 2024
Hello Mirka, I am so happy to read your review! We have lots more adventure to arrange together, including next time: Cotopaxi Summit! Hugs from your local friend, Joseph
RT
Very good time
By Lester D for Highlands of the Galapagos: Island Hopping on Nov 26, 2024
We had an amazing time during our one week of travel from Coast to Andean highlands and Quito. Our driver Mr. Wilmer and guide Danny were both personable and amazing individuals who made sure we had a great time. They also provided a lot of information about Ecuador. The country has definitely become one of the best destinations we have visited so far.
By Sourabh P for Pansare Family Magical Adventure: From the Coast to the Highlands on Aug 07, 2023