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Casa Opuntia, San Cristobal

Casa Opuntia Hotel

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Casa Opuntia is a first-class hotel located on a beautiful waterfront property in San Cristobal Island, Galapagos. The hotel has been recently refurbished and named after the endemic "Opuntia" cacti featured in the gardens of the Mediterranean-style property. It is a great place to start your Galapagos tour!

Casa Opuntia features ample air-conditioned rooms, exclusive social areas, a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, and a gourmet waterfront restaurant service and bar.

The hotel is located directly across some of the best sea kayaking routes in the entire archipelago, 2 world-class surfing breaks, as well as convenient access to the many attractions in San Cristobal Island.

Facilities and Services
*Casa Opuntia is a full-service hotel located directly in front of San Cristobal Bay in 7 rooms with twin or double size beds
*5 rooms with ocean views
*2 pool front rooms
*Each room has a private bath with hot water, biodegradable soap, and shampoo dispensers
*Air-conditioning in all rooms
*Beach towels
*Laundry service
*Private outdoor pool & jacuzzi
*Restaurant featuring fixed menus and gourmet la carte menus for lunch and dinner
*Full Service Bar
*All rooms are non-smoking
*Active and Nature Options: Scuba Diving, Bird watching, Hiking, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Wildlife observation, Highland tours and Northern Coast Tours

Itineraries

Santa Cruz Highlands
from $4,768
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Hiking Galapagos

Hotel-Based Tour - 9 Day Itinerary
  • Hike Cerro de Las Tijeretas
  • Trek to a fresh water lake
  • Learn about local conservation
  • Explore Tortuga Bay
Activities
Hiking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Moderate
Sea lions and tortoises and iguanas -- oh my! Explore some of the Islands' most remarkable regions, including snorkeling at Leon Dormido, Tortuga Bay, Frigate Hill and a hike to the rim of Sierra Negra volcano. Spend nights on the Islands in comfortable hotels on this 9-day trip with the best hiking in Galapagos.
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Kayaking at Manglecito Eco Lodge in San Cristobal, Galapagos
from $3,124
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Galapagos Camping and Kayaking

4 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak to Manglecito Beach
  • Encounter Galapagos wildlife
  • Hike to Frigate Hill for views
  • Snorkel and explore underwater
Activities
Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Moderate
Embark on a 4-day adventure on San Cristobal Island. Begin your journey with a kayak trip to Manglecito Beach, where you’ll encounter blue-footed boobies and marine iguanas. Explore Cerro Brujo and Kicker Rock, snorkel with sharks and rays, and hike to Frigate Hill. Enjoy well-prepared campsites and local wildlife. This tour combines kayaking, hiking, and snorkeling for a comprehensive Galapagos experience.
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Kayaking at Camping Manglecito
from $5,768
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Galapagos Experience

6 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak to Manglecito Beach
  • Visit Wizard Hill beach and Kicker
  • See giant tortoises in highlands
  • Enjoy Bahia Ballena tour
Activities
Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Moderate
Embark on a 6-day adventure in the Galapagos Islands, starting with kayaking from San Cristobal to Manglecito Beach. Explore pristine beaches, snorkel at Kicker Rock, and encounter unique wildlife including blue-footed boobies, sea lions, and Galapagos tortoises.
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