Top Santa Cruz Trips & Tours in April 2026

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Central Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II

• Visit Santa Cruz
• Explore South Plaza

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 4-day Galapagos Cruise & Travel will take you to the Central Islands. Join Nemo II and create your own experiences.

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from $256,079

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Private Charter - East & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Explore beautiful beaches
• Learn Galapagos history
• Admire Genovesa's wildlife
• See Darwin Bay red-footed boobies

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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Sail privately through the Galapagos Islands on an 8-day charter aboard the M/V Galapagos Legend. Explore Española, Floreana, Genovesa, San Cristobal, and Santa Cruz. Encounter giant tortoises, red-footed boobies, and marine iguanas. Snorkel Devil’s Crown, kayak near cliffs, and walk pristine beaches.

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from $190,300

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Private Charter - Following Darwin's Footsteps Aboard Grace

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace

• Relax on an olivine crystal beach
• Spot land iguanas on a hike
• Visit Tagus Cove
• Enjoy exploratory snorkeling

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Baltra / Los Gemelos (Twin Craters)

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Embark on a memorable private vacation aboard the Grace. The 8-day journey allows for many close encounters with Galapagos wildlife. Enjoy snorkeling, swimming and kayaking in clear waters with your private group of up to 16 guests.

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from $92,720

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Private Charter - Western Islands

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy

• Visit Santa Cruz Highlands
• See Fernandina’s mangrove ecosystem
• See flamingos at Moreno Point
• Watch reef sharks and rays

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Explore the Western Galapagos on an 8-day private charter cruise aboard Galaxy, visiting Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Santiago, Bartolome, and more. Spot giant tortoises, penguins, and marine iguanas. Snorkel vibrant reefs and hike volcanic trails.

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from $77,520

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Private Charter - Western Islands

Santa Cruz Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy

• Spot giant tortoises
• Walk volcanic lava trails
• Spot flamingos and land iguanas
• Visit Puerto Egas' fur seal grotto

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Baltra / Baltra

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Whale Watching

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Embark on a 6-day private charter cruise aboard EcoGalaxy and discover the Galapagos Western Islands. Visit Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, and Santiago. Hike lava trails, snorkel with sea turtles and penguins, and observe unique species like marine iguanas, flightless cormorants, and Galapagos hawks.

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from $111,790

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Private Charter - North & Central Islands + Floreana Aboard M/C Galapagos Endemic

6 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic

• Climb Prince Philip’s Steps
• Discover North Seymour Island
• Admire Red and Blue-footed Boobies
• Swim & snorkel across clear waters

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the North and Central Galapagos Islands' natural beauty and wildlife on a 6-day cruise aboard the M/C Endemic. Sail across some of the most emblematic islands of Baltra, Bartholomew, Floreana, North Seymour, Santa Cruz, and Genovesa. Enjoy snorkeling, boating, bird-watching, and island exploration with a native national park guide.

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from $99,358

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Private Charter - Galapagos Southeast & North Central Islands Aboard Corals

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

• Visit Jacinto Gordillo Center
• Snorkel and sunbathe in Cerro Brujo
• View impressive volcanic landscapes
• Explore a “Turtle Sanctuary”

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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 8-day Southeast & North Central Galapagos private cruise aboard the Corals takes you across the highlights of the extraordinary San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and Rabida. Encounter fascinating native wildlife such as giant tortoises, sea lions, flamingos, blue-footed boobies, pelicans, and iguanas while you swim, snorkel or hike.

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from $87,826

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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Tip Top IV

8 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV

• Visit Charles Darwin Center
• Sail around Kicker Rock
• Explores Rabida its landscapes
• Sunbathe in Las Bachas Beach

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the Galapagos Islands aboard Tip Top IV during this 8-day private cruise, where you'll enjoy the snorkeling in South Plaza, a panga ride in Turtle Cove, the Hill at Pitt Point and excursions on Chinese Hat, Sullivan Bay, and Santa Fe.

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from $87,826

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Tip Top IV

Santa Cruz Island to Mosquera - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV

• Black Turtle Cove exploration
• Champion Islet snorkeling adventure
• Spot Tagus Cove penguin
• Join Espinoza Point wildlife walk

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This Galapagos private cruise aboard the Tip Top IV takes you beyond the highlights of the Western Islands with 8 days of exciting activity! Enjoy the company of friendly sea lions while snorkeling and make friends with the gentle giant tortoises in Isabela and Santa Cruz.

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from $79,000

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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Cachalote Explorer

8 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer

• Observe the Galapagos tortoise
• Ride a boat to Black Turtle Cove
• Climb up Prince Phillip's Steps
• Snorkel around Devil's Crown

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Sail across the Eastern Galapagos Islands on the16-passenger Cachalote Explorer. Spend time learning about the history of the island and watch as seabirds soar and sea lions play on this 8-day private tour.

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from $62,000

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Private Charter - North & West Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II

• Ride a zodiac in Tagus Cove
• Explore the cliffs of Isabela
• Climb Prince Phillip's Steps
• Take a trail to a flamingo lagoon

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

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Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

This 8-day North & West Islands Galapagos private cruise on the Nemo II explores the wildlife-rich shores of Santa Cruz, Isabela, Santiago, Rabida, and more. Experience a more intimate and profound nature and cruise while enjoying amazing and unexpected encounters with the unique Galapagos wildlife.

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from $12,303

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Galapagos Escape

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II

• Snorkel and kayak among wildlife
• Walk along colonies of seabirds
• Visit Pinnacle Rock
• See red-footed boobies and lizards

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Guayaquil / Guayaquil

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the vibrant islands of the Galapagos on this 8-day cruise through fascinating activities such as walking and trekking, kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. The National Geographic Islander II, an all-suite vessel, elevates the Galapagos experience with new levels of style and comfort. 

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from $7,895

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Northwestern & Central Islands

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Explore Santa Cruz lava tunnels
• Explore Genovesa’s birdlife
• Spot boobies at Pitt Point
• Snorkel at Chinese Hat’s beach

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

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Variable

Embark on a 12-day expedition and discover the wonders of the Northwestern and Central Galapagos Islands aboard M/Y Monserrat. From lava tunnels to coral beaches, this active itinerary blends land and sea exploration for an unforgettable adventure in one of the planet’s most biodiverse regions.

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from $5,536

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East & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Explore beautiful beaches
• Visit Charles Darwin Station
• Admire Genovesa's wildlife
• Snorkel among green sea turtles

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This unforgettable 8-day cruise offers amazing wildlife viewing 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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from $5,100

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Northeast Islands

Santa Cruz to San Cristobal - 6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy

• Hike volcanic lava trails
• Observe giant tortoises grazing
• Discover finches and mockingbirds
• Explore red-sand beaches

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 6-day Northeast Galapagos Islands cruise aboard EcoGalaxy. Visit Baltra, Bartolome, Genovesa, Santa Cruz, and more. Snorkel with turtles, hike lava fields, explore bird colonies, and encounter giant tortoises. Experience wildlife up close aboard a guided adventure that highlights the region’s volcanic landscapes and rich biodiversity.

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from $5,901

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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

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / Puerto Ayora

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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from $4,150

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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Treasure of Galapagos

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 5-day Southern Galapagos Islands cruise on the Treasure of the Galapagos yacht explores the islands of Santa Cruz, San Cristobal, Santa Fe and more.

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from $4,190

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Galapagos Southern & Eastern Islands

Baltra to San Cristobal - 4 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique

• Visit Santa Cruz highlands
• Kayak along coastal coves
• Walk Punta Suarez seabird cliffs
• Spot Gardner Bay sea lions

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal

Activities

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

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the Galapagos Islands on a 4-day cruise aboard M/C Monique. Visit Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, and San Cristobal. Explore research stations, volcanic landscapes, beaches, and reefs with guided walks, snorkeling, and wildlife encounters.

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