Top 10 Highland Tours of Santa Cruz for 2021-2022

Name: Galapagos Cruises & Tours
Brand: Adventure Life
Rating: 4.9 (235 reviews)

This quick, economical cruise is short on days, but big on amazing wildlife to view such as the Galapagos giant tortoise, marine iguanas and playful sea lions. Set sail upon the comfortable Galapagos Legend with 100 guests, a pool, and several luxury-class amenities.

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Northern Islands Cruise

5 Days from $5,129

Board the Elite for a 5-Day sailing expedition across one of the most unique archipelagos on the planet, the Galapagos Islands. Experience the beauty and natural charm of these volcanic islands while visiting Santa Cruz, Genovesa, Rabida and San Cristobal.

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Northern Islands

5 Days from $5,024

Board the La Pinta and sail through the Northern Islands of the Galapagos. This 5-day adventure takes you to Santa Cruz, Bartolome, and Genovesa. Enjoy sea lions, sea birds, and giant Galapagos tortoises which first made this island archipelago famous!

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North & Central Islands

5 Days from $4,595

Enjoy an extensive adventure into the unique world of the Galapagos on this incredible 5-day journey. Admire the incredible natural beauty of this archipelago sailing pass Baltra, Rabida, Santiago, Genovesa, Santa Cruz and more!

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Sea lion on the beach of Espanola Island

Northern Islands 2021

Santa Cruz to Baltra
5 Days from $3,820

Get close to giant tortoises on a tour of the Northern Islands. From tortoises to boobies, hawks to sea lions, this northern itinerary makes for a truly memorable 5 days in the Galapagos.

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Curious sea lion during a snorkeling outing

Western Galapagos Islands Cruise

5 Days from $2,310

This 5-day all inclusive Galapagos cruise aboard the Coral I or II yachts explore the central and western islands of Santa Cruz, Isabela and Fernandina. Hike among dramatic volcanic landscapes filled with wildlife, and snorkel among marine iguanas, sea turtles, playful sea lions, colorful schools of fish, sharks, and even penguins!

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Southern Islands

Highlands to Bachas Beach
5 Days from $2,231

This 5-day cruise of Galapagos' Southern Islands on the Bonita yacht explores the islands of Espanola, Santa Cruz, San Cristobal and more. Kayak and paddle board along island shores, swim and snorkel among sea lions, and enjoy breathtaking views on hikes.

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Central Islands + Genovesa

South Plaza Island to North Seymour
5 Days from $2,231

This specially-designed 5-day cruise gives the entire family a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife experience. Enjoy the opportunity to explore the western islands of the archipelago as a naturalist guide reveals to you its magical secrets. Wonder at ancient tortoises, snorkel with sea lions, and kayak surrounded by endemic species.

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Galapagos Habitat

Hotel-Based Tour
3 Days from $1,586

Explore the Galapagos Island of Santa Cruz and her neighboring islands while relaxing in a comfortable beachfront hotel. This 3-day vacation balances activity and relaxation perfectly in one of the world's premier wildlife-viewing destinations.

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Central Islands Cruise

San Cristobal Airport to San Cristobal Airport
8 Days from $8,219

Enjoy the highlights of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, Santiago and Genovesa islands on this incredible 8-day adventure aboard the Elite. There is an endless list of activities to make this an unforgettable trip including snorkeling, roaming volcanic landscapes, and observing the native wildlife.

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Best Highland Luxury Tours of Santa Cruz

Northern Islands Cruise

5 Days from $5,129

Board the Elite for a 5-Day sailing expedition across one of the most unique archipelagos on the planet, the Galapagos Islands. Experience the beauty and natural charm of these volcanic islands while visiting Santa Cruz, Genovesa, Rabida and San Cristobal.

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Northern Islands

5 Days from $5,024

Board the La Pinta and sail through the Northern Islands of the Galapagos. This 5-day adventure takes you to Santa Cruz, Bartolome, and Genovesa. Enjoy sea lions, sea birds, and giant Galapagos tortoises which first made this island archipelago famous!

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North & Central Islands

5 Days from $4,595

Enjoy an extensive adventure into the unique world of the Galapagos on this incredible 5-day journey. Admire the incredible natural beauty of this archipelago sailing pass Baltra, Rabida, Santiago, Genovesa, Santa Cruz and more!

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Central Islands Cruise

San Cristobal Airport to San Cristobal Airport
8 Days from $8,219

Enjoy the highlights of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, Santiago and Genovesa islands on this incredible 8-day adventure aboard the Elite. There is an endless list of activities to make this an unforgettable trip including snorkeling, roaming volcanic landscapes, and observing the native wildlife.

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Central & Genovesa Islands

8 Days from $7,225

Experience the wildlife and scenery of the Central and Genovesa Islands through snorkeling, hiking and kayaking. Look out for waved albatrosses and Pinnacle Rock on this 8-day cruise aboard the Petrel.

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Diving Galapagos

San Cristobal Airport to San Cristobal Airport
8 Days from $7,295

Embark on this 8-day cruise aboard the Galapagos Sky. Enjoy scuba diving adventures in some of the best spots in the world. Tour Bartolome and dive in Cousins Rocks, Wolf Island, Darwin Island and more. Experience wildlife in and out of the water on this scuba tour.

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East & Central Islands

8 Days from $7,225

Board the M/T Camila for a Galapagos circumnavigation tour. This 8-day adventure visits the islands of San Cristobal, Espanola, Rabida, Genovesa, and North Seymour, and offers stunning encounters with wildlife. Immerse yourself in the clear blue water, and witness ever-curious sea lions, and famed blue-footed boobies.

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Island Circumnavigation

8 Days from $7,225

This 8-day cruise offers incredible snorkeling, hiking, and kayaking adventures all around the Galapagos archipelago in style. Gourmet cuisine, the best guides, and spacious & stylish cabins guarantee a top-notch luxury cruising experience second to none.

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Private Charter - Northern Galapagos Catamaran Cruise Aboard Ocean Spray

Baltra to Baltra
5 Days from $68,575

Cruise the Galapagos in style aboard the Ocean Spray luxury catamaran on this 5-day Northern Islands private cruise!

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Genovesa & Central Islands

5 Days from $4,595

Watch for heron as they hunt for sally lightfoot crab on this 5-day cruise. Enjoy a variety of adventures including Buccaneer Cove as you travel through Genovesa and the Central Islands aboard the Petrel.

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Top Highlands Cruises and Tours Deals for 2021-2022

Trip Name	Save	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Central Islands Cruise	$900	$8219	8	Oct 23, 2021	Enjoy the highlights of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, Santiago and Genovesa islands on this incredible 8-day adventure aboard the … 0

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Santa Cruz Highlands Travel Guide

Getting to the Highlands
All of our cruises and tours of the Galapagos Islands are all-inclusive, so you will never have to worry about transportation. If you are touring the highlands as your first stop after arriving, then you may meet a taxi after crossing the Itabaca Channel from the Baltra Island airport. The taxi will take you right to your Highlands visitor site. Traveling from Puerto Ayora, you will likely arrive with your travel group on a motor coach or open air bus.

Activities in the Santa Cruz Highlands

Los Gemelos- Meaning "Twins," in Spanish, these two massive sinkholes are a sight to behold, where you can hike through a scalesia forest to see the extinct remains of two volcanoes that collapsed.
Lava Tunnels - Another impressive volcanic feature of the highlands are the lava tunnels, naturally hollowed out geologic features that created tunnels when the flowing surface lava hardened over hot magma that continued to flow underneath.
El Chato Ranch- Walk through the green pastures of this highland hacienda where giant tortoises roam in their natural habitat.