Explore Santa Cruz and two neighboring islands while staying at Galapagos Habitat's Aventura Lodge in the Galapagos. The excursions will take you along the coast and up into the highlands to see the Galapagos' biodiversity and to witness first-hand the wildlife and unique scenery of the "Enchanted Islands." Travelers stay active with hiking and snorkeling excursions, but there is plenty of time to relax at the lodge or on the beach. To learn more about the intriguing natural history of the islands, your park service guide will introduce you to historical sites on the Galapagos.
Highlights
Explore Bartolome, Santa Fe, Seymour Norte, or Plazas Island
Stay on Santa Cruz Island, your homebase for the duration of this trip
Snorkel with fish, rays, sea turtles, & sea lions
View giant Galapagos tortoises as they roam, graze, and sleep
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
This morning, catch a flight from Quito to the Galapagos. Arrive Baltra Island, meet your guide and transfer to Santa Cruz Island. Check in to your hotel in Puerto Ayora and enjoy a free afternoon to explore the island on your own!
After breakfast, you will be transferred from the lodge to a yacht that will take you to one of the following islands: Bartolome, Santa Fe, Seymour, or Plazas. Enjoy a full day of exploration that allows you to get to know the island, its wildlife inhabitants, and its unique landscape!
You will have the opportunity to snorkel with sea turtles, sharks, tropical fish, sea lions, and many other marine species specific to the island which you are visiting. This day will also allow plenty of time to hike among the wildlife, enjoy beautiful scenery, and lounge on the beach.
After breakfast, board a yacht to Isabela Island! Upon arriving, you will first visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center where you will observe these gentle giants. You will learn about the process of breeding and raising teh giant tortoises. After lunch and some time to enjoy the beautiful beaches of Isabela and a flamingo lagoon, the journey continues to Tintoreras Islet. Watch sea lions, tortoises, marine iguanas, sharks, and rays from the calm turquoise waters of the bay. This relaxing area is the perfect place to end your day on Isabela Island.
Day 4: Twin Craters | Return Quito
1 Breakfast
This morning you will make a stop to see Twin Craters. These two geological depressions in the middle of a forest of scalesia, (native vegetation), are on the highest point of Santa Cruz Island. Then, you will return to Baltra and catch your flight back to the mainland.
If you are not ready for your travels to end, spend an evening in Quito and make a toast to your experience in the remarkable Galapagos Islands!
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Notes
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Based on Superior Mangrove View rooms at Aventura Lodge. Shorter itineraries available. Please contact us for alternative options.
Please note: For departures between December 15 - January 5, internal flights must be paid at the time of booking.
Initial deposit is 50%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days (10 weeks) prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
For full cancellation policy details, please contact us for a quote.
Included
3 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches
3 Nights Accommodations
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Gear Rental: Snorkeling Gear
Excluded
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Galapagos Park Entrance Fee: $200 per adult, $100 per child under 12 (fees of $100 per adult and $50 per child valid on arrivals throughAug 1, 2024). Payable upon arrival to the Galapagos, only in cash dollars. Subject to increase by Galapagos Park Service.
Arrival Transfer
Departure Transfer
Airport Departure Tax
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