Top Highlands Trips & Tours in December 2025

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Southern Islands

Baltra Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Angel

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Santa Cruz's highlands, Suarez Point, Gardner Bay's white-sand beaches, and Santa Fe Island's scenic trails during this 4-day Southern Galapagos cruise aboard the Galapagos Angel. Conclude your journey with a visit to the Black Turtle Cove, encountering wildlife and relaxation along the way.

• Explore the highlands of Santa Cruz
• Spot blue-footed boobies
• Stroll along Gardner Bay
• Visit Black Turtle Cove

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from $38,450

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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Galapagos Angel

4 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Angel

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Santa Cruz's highlands, Suarez Point, Gardner Bay's white-sand beaches, and Santa Fe Island's scenic trails during this 4-day private Southern Galapagos cruise aboard the Galapagos Angel. Conclude your journey with a visit to the Black Turtle Cove, encountering wildlife and relaxation along the way.

• Explore the highlands of Santa Cruz
• Spot blue-footed boobies
• Stroll along Gardner Bay
• Visit Black Turtle Cove

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from $41,040

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Private Charter - Central Islands + Genovesa Aboard Bonita

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita

Starts / Ends

South Plaza Island / North Seymour

Activity Level

Variable

Journey to the western islands of the Galapagos archipelago on this 5-day cruise designed for families with children, visiting Genovesa, Santa Cruz, and Bartolome! Encounter the archipelago's unique wildlife in their natural habitat and take the opportunity to snorkel in pristine waters, swim with sea lions, and see the famed Galapagos tortoises.

• Zodiac ride in Black Turtle Cove
• Explore Darwin Bay´s coasts
• Hike through South Plaza

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from $2,700

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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita

Starts / Ends

Highlands / Bachas Beach

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• Hike over islands covered in cacti
• Kayak and stand up paddle board
• Admire distinctive biodiversity

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from $2,700

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Central Islands + Genovesa

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita

Starts / Ends

South Plaza Island / North Seymour

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard Bonita. Witness South Plazas' wildlife, explore Black Turtle Cove's mangroves, visit highlands for Giant tortoises, and discover Genovesa's seabird colonies. Experience the volcanic landscapes of Bartolome with penguins and frigatebirds. Marvel at unique fauna on this remarkable island adventure.

• Zodiac ride in Black Turtle Cove
• Explore Darwin Bay´s coasts
• Hike through South Plaza

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from $41,040

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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Bonita

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita

Starts / Ends

Highlands / Bachas Beach

Activity Level

Variable

This 5-day private 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.

• Hike over islands covered in cacti
• Kayak and stand up paddle board
• Admire distinctive biodiversity

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from $5,995

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Enchanted Escape

Baltra - San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Tribute

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the exciting 5-day South & East Enchanted Escape Galapagos Islands cruise aboard Tribute. Encounter giant tortoises in Santa Cruz, sea lions at Mosquera, and 'Galapagos dragons' at South Plaza. Visit Post Office Bay, Baroness Lookout, and El Soplador. Conclude with the Interpretation Center visit on San Cristobal island before departure.

• Explore Santa Cruz El Chato Reserve
• Witness playful Galapagos sea lions
• See yellow-crowned night herons
• Visit Post Office Bay

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from $5,870

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Northern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta

Activity Level

Variable

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!

• Observe giant tortoises
• Snorkel with sea lions
• Hike to a red-footed booby colony

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from $4,000

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Western Islands

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Black Turtle Cove

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy a 6-day cruise in the Western Galapagos Islands aboard the Galaxy, where you can explore enchanting landscapes teeming with unique wildlife, including giant tortoises, flamingos, iguanas, and sharks. The islands of Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, and Santiago offer an extensive array of activities for you to experience.

• Witness Galapagos Giant tortoises
• Explore Isabela's Tintoreras
• Venture into Moreno Point
• Step ashore at Espinoza Point

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from $4,256

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Northern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Isabela II

Starts / Ends

Santa Cruz / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• Ride a zodiac in Tagus Cove
• Climb Prince Phillip's Steps
• Explore the cliffs of Isabela

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from $8,195

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Central East Islands

Baltra - San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 5-day cruise from Baltra to San Cristobal aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Central East Galapagos Islands. Explore Santa Cruz's highlands and lava tunnels, Rábida's red sand beach, Bartolomé's volcanic panoramas, and South Plaza's land iguanas. Discover more flora and fauna while enjoying up-close wildlife encounters.

• Explore the Santa Cruz highlands
• Hike to Bartolomé's summit
• Land at South Plaza for forest walk
• Greet playful sea lions

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from $5,845

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North & Central Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon

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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!

• Observe the Pinnacle Rock
• Snorkel through clear blue waters
• Visit James Bay

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from $5,190

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Northern Galapagos Catamaran Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

The Ocean Spray luxury catamaran takes you on a 5-day Galapagos Northern Islands cruise, exploring Genovesa, South Plaza, Mosquero, and Santiago. Light hiking, pristine snorkeling, and swimming with sea lions and penguins make this trip the perfect luxury Galapagos vacation package.

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

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from $82,450

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Private Charter - North & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Horizon

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

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

• Observe the Pinnacle Rock
• Snorkel through clear blue waters
• Visit James Bay

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from $4,660

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Northeast Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Solaris

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal

Activity Level

Variable

• Discover Mosquera's beauty
• Admire Genovesa's wildlife
• Snorkel at Santa Fe

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from $3,195

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Eastern Islands II

5 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 5-day exciting cruise through the eastern islands of the Galapagos. Meet Galapagos giant turtles, climb to the Baroness Lookout Point, snorkel with sea turtles and sharks, and visit one of the first sites visited by Charles Darwin. These volcanic and wildlife-rich islands are an ideal place to spend your vacations!

• Visit Fausto Llerena Center
• Visit Post Office Bay´s mailbox
• Swim and snorkel with sea lions

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from $5,200

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Western Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Bachas Beach

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Embark the Alya on this 6-day catamaran cruise of the Western Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including the Tortoise Breeding Center on Santa Cruz, snorkeling in Elizabeth Bay on Isabela, kayaking around Urbina Bay at Fernandina, and hiking the Chinese Hat Islet near the southeast coast of Santiago, plus much more!

• Observe Galapagos giant tortoises
• See the blue-footed boobies dance
• Look for Galapagos penguins
• Cruise along Moreno Point

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from $60,800

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Galaxy

6 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Black Turtle Cove

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy a 6-day private cruise in the Western Galapagos Islands aboard the Galaxy, where you can explore enchanting landscapes teeming with unique wildlife, including giant tortoises, flamingos, iguanas, and sharks. The islands of Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, and Santiago offer an extensive array of activities for you to experience.

• Witness Galapagos Giant tortoises
• Explore Isabela's Tintoreras
• Venture into Moreno Point
• Step ashore at Espinoza Point

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