Puerto Ayora Tour Ideas for 2022-2023

Looking for a cruise alternative? Our Hotel Silberstein land based tour option allows you to explore the marvels of the Galapagos Islands without having to acquire sea legs! Discover iguanas, comical blue-footed boobies, and the famous Galapagos sea turtles. In the evenings you can stroll the beaches of Puerto Ayora before retiring to your hotel.

Western Islands

8 Days from $4,295

This Western Islands cruise includes a trip to Cerro Dragon, Isabela, Daphne and more. Explore trails that lead through cactus forests, observe a sea lion colony, and take a dinghy ride to search for Galapagos penguins during this 8-day cruise on the Angelito.

Eastern Islands

Baltra to Baltra
8 Days from $4,850

Sail the eastern Galapagos Islands aboard the magnificent 16-passenger motor yacht Beluga, which includes San Cristobal, South Plaza, Santa Cruz, and Genovesa, which are among the most spectacular in the archipelago.

10 Puerto Ayora Luxury Tour Ideas for 2022-2023

Trip Name	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Western Islands	$3900	6	Jan 24, 2022	Embark the Alya on this 6-day catamaran cruise of the Western Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including the Tortoise … 0
Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Cormorant	$114450	8	Jan 29, 2022	Explore the Western Galapagos Islands by snorkeling, hiking, and kayaking on this 8-day private cruise on the luxury Cormorant catamaran. There is no … 0
Western Islands	$8145	8	Jan 29, 2022	Take this 8-day cruise aboard the luxurious Cormorant catamaran where you'll snorkel, hike, and kayak your way around the Western Islands of the … 0
Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Alya	$59280	6	Dec 26, 2022	Board the Alya on this 6-day private cruise of the Western Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including the Tortoise Breeding … 0
San Cristobal to Baltra	$10260	8	Jan 29, 2022	Nearly 180 years after Darwin was first awed by the Galapagos, the islands still do the same for travelers from around the world. The animals steal … 0
Baltra to San Cristobal	$10260	8	Feb 5, 2022	Discover the biodiversity of the Galapagos Islands on this 8-day expedition cruise from Baltra to San Cristobal. Explore the wonders of the Galapagos … 0
Galapagos Passion Western Islands	$5700	8	Feb 19, 2022	Walk on pahoehoe lava, take a panga ride around Elizabeth Bay and be on the lookout for iguanas in the Western Islands. This 8-day trip on the M/Y … 0
Western Islands	$7001	7	Feb 4, 2022	Explore the red beaches of Rabida and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station aboard the La Pinta. Hike, snorkel, and relax on this 7-day tour of … 0
Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard La Pinta	$336061	7	Feb 4, 2022	Experience the Galapagos Islands like never before during this 7-day Western Islands private cruise aboard La Pinta. Discover the volcanic landscapes … 0
Private Charter - Galapagos Passion Western Islands	$30000	8	Feb 19, 2022	This 8-day private trip on the M/Y Passion is full of wildlife and beautiful scenery. Walk on pahoehoe lava, take a panga ride around Elizabeth Bay, … 0

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What to do in Puerto Ayora
Although this bustling 18,000-person city is not the capital of the Galapagos Islands, it is the largest town in the archipelago and therefore home to many great attractions.

El Chato Reserve – Here you will find the signature giant tortoises roaming freely through their natural highland habitat.
Lava Tunnels – Formed when the flowing surface lava hardened and the magma beneath continued to flow, these hollow tubes can sometimes extend for hundreds of meters like other-worldly caves, some of which are even open to exploration.
The Beach at Tortuga Bay – Enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the warm equatorial sun as the turquoise water crawls up and down the golden sand.
Charles Darwin Research Station – Here you will learn more about the different conservation projects that the National Park does and see giant tortoises being bred and raised in the safety of captivity until they are mature enough to be released in their natural habitat.
Los Gemelos – Hike through a dense scalesia forest to these giant sinkholes.

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