Top Santa Cruz Trips & Tours in December 2025

from $62,490

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Private Charter - San Cristobal, Floreana & Santa Cruz Aboard Ocean Spray

4 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

• Visit Lobos Island
• Admire Galapagos unique wildlife
• Discover Devil's Crown

Starts / Ends

Isla Lobos / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the spectacular Galapagos Islands on this 4-day private small ship cruise aboard the Ocean Spray. Observe the unique wildlife and breathtaking landscapes of this stunning archipelago, visiting San Cristobal, Floreana, and Santa Cruz.

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from $42,682

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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Tip Top IV

4 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV

• Spot unique wildlife
• Explore volcanic landscapes
• Discover highlights of the islands

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy a unique small ship Southern Islands Galapagos voyage on this private 16-passenger charter cruise aboard the Tip Top IV

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from $5,350

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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Sirius

• Snorkel with fish and sea lions
• Send a mail from Post Office Bay
• Learn about the island's past

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activities

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

Activity Level

Variable

Join the Galaxy Sirius on a fully inclusive 5-day cruise through the Galapagos Islands, and discover the wonders of the Southern Islands including Floreana, Espanola, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, and Santa Cruz. Experience the thrill of snorkeling among sea turtles, playful sea lions, marine iguanas, rare and colorful fish, sharks, and even penguins.

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from $6,895

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Western Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Treasure of Galapagos

• Hike Dragon Hill on Santa Cruz
• Appreciate Isabela's wetlands
• Observe diverse wildlife
• Snorkel, swim & hike the Galapagos

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 7-day Western Islands cruise on the ship, Treasure of the Galapagos, explores Rabida, Santa Cruz, Fernadina, and more! Experience the fascinating western islands and understand how volcanic activity and isolation shaped the landscape. Encounter diverse wildlife, birdlife, and marinelife on your memorable vacation.

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from $85,673

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Private Charter - Southern Galapagos Journey

6 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Sea Star

• Walk on the shore of North Seymour
• Learn about tortoises
• Observe shore birds
• Snorkel and swim around a reef

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 6-day private Galápagos cruise aboard the Galapagos Sea Star. Explore the southern islands’ stunning landscapes and encounter iconic wildlife, from giant tortoises to blue-footed boobies and sea lions.

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from $7,800

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Southern Islands

Baltra - Highlands - 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 / Santa Cruz Highlands

Activity Level

Variable

Discover all the magic the Southern Galapagos Islands have to offer on this 6-day cruise. Sail through one of the most mind-blowing ecosystems on earth aboard Alya, with lovely white-sand beaches and unique wildlife, including sea turtles, rays, and various types of booby birds.

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from $5,706

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Southern Galapagos Journey

6 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Sea Star

• Snorkel Devil’s Crown crater
• Hike Santa Fe trails
• Spot North Seymour boobies
• Observe Mosquera sea lions

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the Galápagos Islands on a 6-day voyage aboard the Galapagos Sea Star, exploring San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Fe, and North Seymour. Encounter giant tortoises, blue-footed boobies, sea lions, and vibrant marine life while hiking, snorkeling, and kayaking across diverse islands.

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from $6,372

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Island Circumnavigation

15-Day Galapagos Cruise - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Visit a flamingo lagoon
• Snorkel with white-tipped sharks
• Explore the red beaches of Rabida
• Watch sea lions relax on the shore

Activity Level

Variable

Travel around the Galapagos on this 15-day cruise. Learn about the plants and wildlife, swim in the Pacific Ocean, shop in Puerto Ayora, and visit the Charles Darwin Station on your trip aboard the Aida Maria.

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from $94,800

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Private Charter - Northeast Islands I

8 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Visit the spectacular Sullivan Bay
• Swim and snorkel with sea lions
• Meet Galapagos giant turtles
• Observe mating blue-footed boobies

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

This 8-day private Northeast Islands cruise onboard the Archipel I combines the sea lion colonies of Mosquera Islet and the exclusive Genovesa with the stunning volcanic islands of Bartolome and the Charles Darwin Research Station. Explore Española, the archipelago's southernmost point, and view blue-footed boobies on San Cristobal's Witch Hill.

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from $12,040

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West Galapagos

Santa Cruz - Baltra - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mare

• Enjoy Isabela landscapes
• Explore Darwin Lake
• Visit Playa Espumilla
• Discover Rábida Island

Starts / Ends

Puerto Ayora / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Witness the greatest spectacle of evolution and dynamic volcanic terrains on this 8-day West Galapagos expedition from Santa Cruz Island to Baltra Island aboard Aqua Mare. Tour Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre, Punta Cormorant, Punta Moreno, Punta Espinoza, Puerto Egas, Rábida, North Seymour, and Mosquera.

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from $9,950

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Footsteps Back in Time

8 Day Itinerary aboard Evolution

• Meet South Plaza´s vast wildlife
• Snorkel with sea lions & penguins
• Visit Santa Fe´s archipelago
• Walk on Punta Cormorant´s beaches

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Have amazing animal encounters while experiencing the depth and breadth of what the islands offer, including top notch landing sites on this 8-day voyage through the Galapagos. Visit the most remote islands and experience the true Galapagos exploration aboard the M/V Evolution.

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from $7,045

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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Majestic

• Hike around El Junco Lagoon
• Observe unique wildlife
• Visit Fausto L. Breeding Center
• Learn about the island's history

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise the Eastern Islands aboard the Grand Majestic on this exciting 8-day Galapagos tour. View abundant wildlife, tour remote islands, and learn from expert guides on this Galapagos cruise. Visit San Cristobal, Floreana, Española, Santa Cruz, Genovesa, and Rabida.

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from $4,507

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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Snorkel among Galapagos penguins
• Watch frigatebirds in North Seymour
• Visit Floreana Post Office Barrel
• Walk at Mosquera Islet white sands

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Sail the Eastern Galapagos Islands on an 8-day cruise aboard the Galapagos Legend. Encounter sea lions, giant tortoises, penguins, flamingos, and frigatebirds while exploring San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Bartolome. Enjoy snorkeling, kayaking, hiking, and cultural visits.

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from $5,413

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Galapagos Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

• Visit Mosquera Islet's sea lions
• Walk in South Plaza's cactus forest
• Discover Galapagos origins
• Hike across Española Island

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy this 8-day cruise through the eastern islands of the Galapagos while exploring the most beautiful locations and breathtaking landscapes. Experience multiple wildlife encounters as you visit Santa Cruz, North Seymour, Santa Fe, San Cristobal, Española and Floreana Islands.

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from $5,155

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Galapagos Northern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

• Visit the Charles Darwin Station
• Explore Dragon Hill´s wildlife
• Snorkel & swim at Bartolome Island
• Explore a volcanic black sand beach

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on this 8-day adventure through the Northern Islands of the Galapagos and experience the best of the archipelago by kayaking in crystal clear waters, snorkeling surrounded by turtles and sea lions, and hiking trails in the most amazing locations.

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from $5,745

From 4495

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Dive Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua

• Visit Santiago Island
• Observe sharks at Wolf Island
• Discover “Darwin’s Arch”
• Admire Cape Douglas' marine life

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activities

Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the underwater marvels of the remote northern Galapagos Islands of Wolf and Darwin on a Liveaboard diving cruise on the Aqua. See some of the following Marine Life: sea lions, Galapagos sharks, white tip reef sharks, turtles, seahorses, barracudas, stingrays, eagle rays, manta rays, and reef fish.

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from $5,925

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Northeast Islands I

8 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Observe mating blue-footed boobies
• Visit the spectacular Sullivan Bay
• Meet Galapagos giant turtles
• Swim and snorkel with sea lions

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal

Activity Level

Variable

Visit several islands thought the archipelago and experience the wildlife and landscape of the northeast on this 8-day cruise aboard the Archipel I. Spend your days exploring surreal landscapes, kayaking and snorkeling in clear waters, and hiking volcanic formations.

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from $5,150

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Western Islands I

8 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Learn about conservation topics
• Meet Galapagos giant tortoises
• Swim and snorkel with sea lions
• Zodiac cruise to a penguin colony

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the western islands of the Galapagos on this 8-day cruise aboard the Archipel I. Explore conservation centers, observation points, volcanic landscapes, and spectacular bays. Hike along fresh-water pools and lagoons, and snorkel in the most spectacular and wildlife rich waters.

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