Santa Cruz Highlands Tours in 2026

from $9,495

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Darwin's Odyssey

Baltra roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Tribute

• Explore Santa Cruz
• Visit Punta Moreno
• Hike Sierra Negra's volcanic rim
• See flightless cormorants

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 7-day Darwin's Odyssey cruise aboard Tribute through the Central and West Galapagos Islands. Explore Santa Cruz for giant tortoises, snorkel with playful sea creatures, hike Sierra Negra volcano, and witness unique wildlife like flightless cormorants and Galapagos penguins.

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from $4,350

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Western Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita

• Discover Dragon Hill
• Visit Espumilla Beach
• See unique wildlife at Vicente Roce
• Hike across Urbina Bay

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Charles Darwin Center

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a Galapagos cruise aboard the Bonita. This 7-day tour of the western islands takes you to white beaches, secluded lagoons, and pristine snorkeling locations for an unforgettable week-long tour of the Galapagos.

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from $86,640

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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Alya

6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya

• Admire Santa Fe's unique wildlife
• Visit the Interpretation Center
• Walk across Gardner Bay
• Discover Suarez Point

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Highlands

Activity Level

Variable

Discover all the magic the Southern Galapagos Islands have to offer on this 6-day private cruise. Sail through one of the most mind-blowing ecosystems on earth, with lovely white-sand beaches and unique wildlife with your private group of up to 16 guests.

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from $13,095

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Southern & Northern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Enjoy exploring Española Island
• Discover Floreana's beaches
• Interact with the playful sea lion
• Explore Genovesa Island

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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Join the 7-Day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Eastern & Central Galapagos, beginning on San Cristóbal Island. Explore Tijeretas, Gardner Bay, Punta Suárez, and Floreana. Snorkel at Champion Islet, then visit Genovesa Island. Conclude at Black Turtle Cove, disembarking in Baltra, marking the end of your unforgettable journey.

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from $7,845

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South & East Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon

• Explore the highlands of Santa Cruz
• Spot blue-footed boobies
• Stroll along Gardner Bay
• Visit La Galapaguera

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activities

Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Kayaking

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Variable

Embark on a 7-day exploration cruise with Galapagos Horizon, visiting iconic sites like Twin Craters and Post Office Bay. Encounter diverse wildlife, snorkel in pristine waters, and delve into the islands' rich natural and human history.

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from $126,450

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Private Charter - Island Circumnavigation Aboard Galapagos Horizon

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon

• Discover Sullivan Bay's beauty
• Observe mola-mola sunfish
• Swim & snorel across Isabela Island
• Visit South Plaza Islands

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

This 8-day private 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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from $108,450

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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Natural Paradise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Natural Paradise

• Snorkel at Bartholomew Island
• Visit volcanic Rabida Island
• Relax on Darwin Bay's white beaches
• View Galapagos hawks & lava lizards

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the Eastern Galapagos Islands on board the Natural Paradise for a private 8-day full exploration of the most recognized locations in the archipelago. Enjoy daily adventure activities such as snorkeling, dinghy rides, hiking, and swimming in the most pristine and wildlife-rich waters.

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from $92,390

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Private Charter - Northern Islands Cruise Aboard M/C Elite

5 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite

• Snorkel across Darwin Bay
• Discover the beautiful Kicker Rock
• Visit Charles Darwin R. Station

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal

Activity Level

Variable

Board the M/C Elite for a 5-day private Galapagos Northern Galapagos cruise. Visit Santa Cruz, Genovesa, Rabida, and San Cristobal to experience the volcanic islands' beauty and natural charm. Witness an abundance of unique wildlife, including tortoises, iguanas, several bird species, and sea lions.

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from $81,990

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Private Charter - Northern Galapagos Catamaran Cruise Aboard Ocean Spray

5 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

• Hike 375 stairs to panoramic views
• Trek through mangroves
• Snorkel in search of marinlife

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

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

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from $59,791

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Private Charter - Western Galapagos Islands Cruise Aboard Corals

5 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

• Snorkel at the Bolivar Channel
• Meet Fernandina's endemic species
• Land on Urbina's black beach
• Explore Santiago's shores

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 5-day all-inclusive private Galapagos cruise aboard the Corals yacht explores the central and western islands of Santa Cruz, Fernandina, Isabela, and Santiago. Hike among dramatic volcanic landscapes filled with wildlife, and snorkel among marine iguanas, sea turtles, and playful sea lions.

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from $10,750

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Beaches and Bays

Southern & Central Route - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve

• Enjoy kid-friendly adventures
• Leave a card in Post Office Bay
• Encounter Galapagos giant tortoises
• Enjoy pristine beaches and swimming

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Spend 8 days cruising the Southern Islands of the Galapagos and visiting a variety of islands such as San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz. Explore the unique and endemic flora and fauna of each island and enjoy family adventure activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, and hiking.

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from $14,495

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Northwestern Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Encounter pink flamingos
• Discover Chinese Hat
• Explore Genovesa Island
• Visit Bachas beach

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Northwestern Galapagos Islands. Explore unique wildlife, including giant tortoises and lava tunnels. Visit Cerro Dragón, Chinese Hat, Genovesa, and more. Enjoy birdwatching, snorkeling, and diverse wildlife encounters. Finally, visit North Seymour before heading to Baltra for your flight home.

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from $7,500

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Diving Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Diver II

• Dive into renowned El Derrumbe
• Explore La Banana dive site
• Discover Shark Bay
• Witness dolphins, sharks and more

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Santa Cruz

Activities

Whale Watching, Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

This 8-day diving cruise aboard Galaxy Diver II explores the awe-inspiring underwater beauty of the Galapagos Islands. Encounter sharks, whales, batfish, rays, turtles, penguins, iguanas, sea lions, and more in this world-class diving adventure.

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from $9,445

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East & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon

• Visit Lobos Island
• Discover the volcanic Pitt Point
• Admire Bachas beautiful lava shores
• Hike through mangroves

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San Cristobal Interpretation Center / North Seymour

Activity Level

Variable

Board the Galapagos Horizon 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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from $9,445

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Island Circumnavigation

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon

• Discover Sullivan Bay's beauty
• Observe mola-mola sunfish
• Swim & snorel across Isabela Island
• Visit South Plaza Islands

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

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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from $8,690

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Islands Circumnavigation - West

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

• View a sea lion colony
• Explore underground lava tubes
• Snorkel with fish and sea lions
• Visit the blowhole on Espanola

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Circumnavigate the Western Islands of the Galapagos aboard the Ocean Spray. Spend time viewing wildlife, birds and volcanoes on this 8-day adventure.

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from $8,690

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Islands Circumnavigation - East

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

• Explore Witch Hill
• Swim with reef fish
• Visit Cormorant Point
• Snorkel in clear water

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Witness Kicker Rock, Pitt Point and Post Office Bay aboard the Ocean Spray. This 8-day cruise allows you to circumnavigate the East Galapagos Islands.

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from $6,645

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Northern & Southern Islands

Roundtrip Baltra - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Angel

• Explore lush Santa Cruz highland
• Marvel at blue-footed boobies
• Witness North Seymour's wildlife
• Explore Darwin Bay's mangrove trail

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Set off on an 8-day cruise aboard the Galapagos Angel to explore the Northern and Southern Galapagos Islands. Witness unique wildlife, geological formations, and diverse landscapes. Discover giant tortoises, rare bird species, sea lion pups, and more, concluding at Black Turtle Cove before departing from Baltra Airport.

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