Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival in San Cristobal Airport

   • From the moment you approach the islands, you will notice a beautiful pristine ocean and a fantastic view.
   • Upon your arrival, you must do the migration line and pay $100 per person in cash as the Galapagos National Entrance Fee.
   • After claiming your bags, your guide will be waiting for you at the exit of the airport with a sign with your name on it.
   • After this, you will be taken to your hotel for your check-in.

   Meals included: -

2. Day 2: The Treasure of Galapagos: Snorkeling at Kicker Rock

   • You will start your day with breakfast before heading out to Kicker Rock, a dramatic volcanic rock formation that provides the perfect habitat for a variety of marine life.
   • Once you arrive, you will get to snorkel in crystal clear waters and observe sea turtles, sea lions, colorful tropical fish, rays, and other marine life.
   • After a few hours of snorkeling, you will enjoy a delicious lunch before heading back to shore.
   • The day trip to Kicker Rock is a great way to experience the natural beauty of the Galapagos Islands and its amazing underwater life.

   Meals included: Breakfast, Box Lunch

3. Day 3: Free Day in San Cristobal Island

   • Make the most of a free day on San Cristobal Island. This easternmost island of the Galápagos comprises four fused volcanoes, all extinct, with the town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno on the southwestern coast.
   • If you want to relax, spend the day on the beach at Playa Carola or Playa Mann. Sunbathe beside friendly sea lions and paddle in the warm ocean.
   • If you are looking for something more active, arrange an excursion to Pitt Point, where you will take a boat to a remote shore and hike on a trail among tough shrubs that manage to survive in this barren volcanic landscape. The reward is the magnificent viewpoints overlooking the beach.

   Meals included: Breakfast

4. Day 4: Speedboat to Santa Cruz Island, Highlands (Tortoise Reserve)

   • Get an early start this morning to take the public speedboat to Santa Cruz Island, roughly 2-2.5 hours away.
   • Meet your guide at the dock, then continue to Puerto Ayora to check in to your hotel.
   • Then head to the highlands to see giant tortoises in the wild.

   Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

5. Day 5: Morning Bay Tour & Afternoon at leisure in Santa Cruz

   • Today, you will be taken on a small boat to visit exotic places along the bay of Santa Cruz.
   • You will arrive at the small islet called La Lobería, named for the great colony of sea lions, where you can snorkel around sea lions and tropical fish, displaying a dazzling show beneath the surface against interesting underwater formations.
   • Afterward, at the Shark Channel, you may spot harmless white-tip sharks and blue-footed boobies, you will come upon the Canal del Amor where you may find sea turtles and many tropical fish varieties.
   • Taking a 10-minute walk, you will see marine iguanas in their natural habitat and have plenty of opportunities to take pictures.
   • Lastly, you will visit Las Grietas, two large cliffs filled with freshwater towards the top of the surface and salt water below.
   • In the afternoon, you will return to the dock and your hotel, where you will spend the rest of the afternoon strolling and exploring Puerto Ayora alone.

   Meals included: Breakfast.

6. Day 6: Exploring an Uninhabited Island

   • Santa Fé, South Plaza, Bartolomé, and North Seymour are among the uninhabited Galápagos islands that you might visit today, depending on the permit granted by the National Park authorities, giving you a chance to see the archipelago's untouched natural habitats.
   • After a boat ride, hike with your guide to see more wildlife and relax on the beach, with a break on deck for lunch.
   • At the end of your tour, return to Puerto Ayora.

   Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

7. Day 7: Transfer to Baltra Airport for your flight back to Mainland and international connection

   • If there is enough free time before your transfer to the airport, do some last-minute souvenir shopping or take a last 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.
   • For the last part of your trip to the airport, take the public shuttle bus to the terminal, where your program ends with your return flight to the mainland and international connection!

   ­Meals included: Breakfast