ARRIVAL SAN CRISTOBAL AIRPORT – LOBERIA BEACH

FULL DAY (subject to availability): ESPAÑOLA ISLAND / KICKER ROCK / PUNTA PITT

San Cristobal - After breakfast, depending on availability, guests can choose from the following full-day tour options:

Option 1: Kicker Rock
Option 2: Punta Pitt
Option 3: Española Island

Kicker Rock - Situated about an hour and a half northeast of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Kicker Rock, also known as Leon Dormido, is a remarkable landmark that rises nearly 153 meters (500 feet) from the sea. This remnant of a vertical tuff cone formation has been sculpted by erosion, giving it its unique shape. Some perceive it as a kicker or cleat, hence the name Kicker Rock, while others see it as a sleeping sea lion, hence the Spanish name Leon Dormido. While diving around Kicker Rock, visitors may encounter marine turtles, marine iguanas, rays, Galápagos sharks, tropical fish, and, with luck, hammerhead sharks. In addition to the underwater wonders, blue-footed boobies, masked boobies, and frigatebirds are often seen on the cliffs, along with sea lions along the shore.

Punta Pitt - Located on the eastern side of San Cristóbal Island, forming its northeastern point, Punta Pitt is a tuff formation that serves as a nesting site for numerous seabirds. Due to its geographical location, Punta Pitt is one of the few places in the Galápagos Islands where all three species of boobies and both species of frigatebirds can be found. Red-footed boobies nest in the bushes, blue-footed boobies in the interior, and Nazca boobies on the cliffs. There is no competition for food, allowing them to thrive without the need for survival competition.

TRANSFER SAN CRISTOBAL – SANTA CRUZ – HIGHLANDS + TWIN CRATERS

San Cristóbal - Early in the morning, guests will travel to Santa Cruz Island, a journey that takes about 2 hours. Along the way, keep an eye out for wildlife, such as dolphins and whales.

Santa Cruz - Upon arrival at Santa Cruz Island, after breakfast, the guide will lead guests to the highlands to observe the giant tortoises roaming in their natural habitat.

FULL DAY (subject to availability): BARTOLOME / SEYMOUR / PLAZAS

Puerto Ayora - After breakfast, depending on availability, guests can choose from the following full-day tour options:

Option 1: Bartolome Island
Option 2: Plazas
Option 3: Seymour Island

Bartolome Island, Galapagos, Ecuador - In the early morning, transportation will take guests to the Itabaca Channel to board the yacht. Bartolomé Island is renowned for Pinnacle Rock, a spear-shaped obelisk rising from the ocean’s edge. To the east is a crescent-shaped beach with pink and white sands, where crystal-clear waters invite snorkeling. Beneath the surface, schools of tropical fish, sea urchins, starfish, and sea anemones can be found.

South Plaza Island - After breakfast, transportation will pick guests up from the hotel to head to the Itabaca Channel, where they will board the yacht. Upon arriving at Plazas, a colorful landscape greets visitors: turquoise waters of the channel contrast with bright white sand and black lava coastline. Green algae cover rocks in some places, and nearby, intensely orange Sally Lightfoot crabs roam about. Just above, a carpet of succulent scarlet sesuvium stretches at the base of green prickly pear cactus, under whose shade iguanas patiently wait to feed on fallen fruit. The guide will take guests to the best snorkeling spot, either at Plazas Island or Punta Carrión, where they will appreciate colonies of sea lions, a variety of fish, rays, and possibly white-tip reef sharks.

Seymour Island - Upon arrival, a small forest of silver-gray palo santo trees greets visitors near the landing site. The island teems with life—watch out for Galápagos sea lions and marine iguanas. Blue-footed boobies perform their mating dance along the trail. Further inland, discover the largest nesting site of magnificent frigatebirds. In the afternoon, visit Las Bachas, a beach with white coral sand, crucial for sea turtle nesting. Marine iguanas frequent the lagoon, and flamingos are often spotted along the coast. Return in the evening.

TRANSFER FROM SANTA CRUZ TO ISABELA ISLAND – TINTOREAS ISLET VISIT

Santa Cruz - Enjoy a boxed breakfast in the morning before heading to the passenger pier for a regular boat ride to Isabela Island. After approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, check in at the hotel. Later in the afternoon, guests will visit Tintoreras Islet, one of Isabela’s renowned spots. This small islet is named after the reef sharks, also known as white-tip sharks, often seen swimming alongside fish and sea lions in the channels during low tide. It’s just a 10-minute boat ride from the harbor to reach this islet, primarily composed of lava rocks.

Isabela Island - Guests will visit Tintoreras Islet, one of Isabela’s renowned spots. This small islet is named after the reef sharks, also known as white-tip sharks, often seen swimming alongside fish and sea lions in the channels during low tide. It’s just a 10-minute boat ride from the harbor to reach this islet, primarily composed of lava rocks.

SIERRA NEGRA VOLCANO WITH VOLCAN CHICO

Sierra Negra - Begin the day with breakfast and then set out on an adventure to discover Sierra Negra Volcano, the world’s second largest and active volcano. This tour includes hiking, and weather permitting, guests will also explore Volcan Chico, where they can optionally bike or use ropes for a more immersive experience. Enjoy a boxed lunch amidst these volcanic landscapes before returning to the hotel in the afternoon.

TRANSFER FROM ISABELA ISLAND TO SANTA CRUZ VISIT CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH STATION

Isabela - Early in the morning, guests will receive a boxed breakfast before heading to the passenger dock around 5:30 am. From there, they will board regular boats to Santa Cruz Island, a journey of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. Upon arrival, they will transfer to their assigned hotel.

Charles Darwin Research Station - Later, guests will visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about conservation efforts aimed at preserving Galápagos’ unique ecosystems. Enjoy a free night to explore Santa Cruz Island.

TRANSFER BALTRA AIRPORT

Galápagos Ecologic Airport - Early in the morning, the guide will pick guests up from the hotel to take them to the airport by bus. The guide will assist until they board their return flight to the mainland. If guests wish to extend their stay in Galapagos, they can simply let the operator know. As direct tour operators on the islands and hotel owners, they can help coordinate everything according to the guests’ departure date from Santa Cruz to the airport.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Use of snorkeling equipment
• Bilingual Professional Guide/Driver
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• All excursions will be conducted according to the itinerary

• Air Tickets
• Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee: $200 (Subject to change) per person
• Migratory Control Card: $20.00 per person
• Gratuities

Explore the Galapagos Islands over 8 days, visiting up to 5 islands. The tour starts at San Cristóbal Airport and concludes at Baltra Airport via Santa Cruz.

ACCOMMODATION:

• 2 Nights SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND
• 3 Nights SANTA CRUZ ISLAND
• 2 Nights ISABELA ISLAND

As local operators and hotel owners, we ensure a seamless experience from hotel pickup to airport drop-off.

SHARED ITINERARY:

Day 1: SAN CRISTOBAL – LOBERIA BEACH
Day 2: FULL DAY: ESPAÑOLA ISLAND / KICKER ROCK / PUNTA PITT (subject to availability)
Day 3: TRANSFER SAN CRISTOBAL – SANTA CRUZ – HIGHLANDS + TWIN CRATERS
Day 4: FULL DAY: BARTOLOME / SEYMOUR / PLAZAS (subject to availability)
Day 5: SANTA CRUZ - ISABELA – VISIT TINTORERAS ISLET or KAYAKING IN TINTORERAS
Day 6: VISIT SIERRA NEGRA VOLCANO – VOLCAN CHICO
Day 7: SANTA CRUZ VISIT CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH STATION
Day 8: TRANSFER OUT

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.