Top Santa Cruz Trips & Tours in December 2025

from $3,313

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Eastern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Koln

• Explore Twin Craters
• Wander through the charming town
• Visit Baroness Point
• Encounter diverse wildlife

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Mosquera

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the wonders of the Eastern Galapagos Islands aboard Koln on a 5-day cruise. Explore Twin Craters, Post Office Bay, and Cormorant Point. Observe marine birds at Punta Suarez and sea lions at Gardner Bay. Sail around Kicker Rock, visit Cerro Brujo, and Mosquera Islet.

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from $118,560

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Alya

6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya

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

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Bachas Beach

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

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 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.

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from $243,275

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Private Charter - Eastern & Western Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• See views of Pinnacle Rock
• Observe Punta Pitt booby colonies
• See Cerro Colorado giant tortoises
• Bachas Beach swimming in Santa Cruz

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Join the crew of the Galapagos Legend for an 8-day unique private adventure on the enchanted islands. Let yourself be captivated by the unusually high percentage of endemic animals of the Galapagos Islands, and experience a unique exploration of the archipelago's pristine islands, unique landscapes and magical corners.

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from $255,438

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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Visit Dragon Hill flamingo lagoon
• Visit Santa Cruz tortoise reserve
• Explore Devil’s Crown reef
• Española wave albatross colony

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Charter the Galapagos Legend for an exclusive 8-day Galapagos journey. Explore iconic sites like Pinnacle Rock, Devil’s Crown, Española’s Gardner Bay, and San Cristobal’s Cerro Brujo. Snorkel with penguins, spot giant tortoises, and observe blue-footed boobies in private comfort with naturalist guides.

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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

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Los Gemelos (Twin Craters)

Activity Level

Variable

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 $91,559

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Private Charter - Galapagos Western Islands Aboard Corals

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

• Discover Vicente Roca Point
• Take a dinghy ride along Isabela
• Explore the volcanic Urbina Bay
• Visit Santa Fe's sea lion colonies

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the Galapagos Islands' western and eastern regions on a private charter cruise aboard the Corals for an 8-day expedition. Visit Fernandina to see flightless cormorants, Sullivan Bay to walk over solidified lava flows, and Santa Fe to swim with sea lions on white-sand beaches. Overall, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy your vacation.

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from $82,400

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Private Charter - Northwestern Islands I

8 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Snorkel with sea lions
• Hike through a volcanic landscape
• Encounter an array of wildlife
• Learn about local conservation

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the Galapagos on this 8-day private cruise through the northwestern islands. Explore rocky coastlines, volcanic landscapes, beaches, and forest trails while viewing abundant wildlife. Visit Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Rabida, Genovesa, Santiago, and more.

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from $69,450

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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Natural Paradise

5 Day Itinerary aboard Natural Paradise

• Explore Kicker Rock
• Interact with Galapagos sea lions
• Hike in the volcanic Sullivan Bay

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

On this 5-day Southern Islands Galapagos cruise aboard the Natural Paradise, explore outstanding wildlife-viewing areas and experience once-in-a-lifetime snorkel opportunities with the most diverse marine life. Discover the fascinating coastlines of San Cristobal, North Seymour, Santa Fe, Santa Cruz, Santiago, Bartholomew & South Plaza islands.

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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

Activities

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 $7,554

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Diving Cruise (Visiting Galapagos)

8 Day Itinerary aboard Calipso

• Explore Lobos Island
• Discover Manchena's natural beauty
• Admire Wolf's underwater widllife
• Dive at Darwin's Arch

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / San Cristobal

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the North Central Galapagos Islands on this 8-day voyage, balancing activity and relaxation perfectly in one of the world's premier wildlife-viewing destinations. Dive in the most stunning locations including Cousin Rock, Cape Marshall, Punta Shark Bay, and Cape Douglas.

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from $5,155

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Galapagos Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

• Discover Vicente Roca Point
• Take a dinghy ride along Isabela
• Explore the volcanic Urbina Bay
• Visit Santa Fe's sea lion colonies

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

​Join an 8-day cruise exploring the magical secrets of the Galapagos archipelago, visiting incredible locations, and indulging yourself in the exotic beauty of the unique landscapes that only the Galapagos can offer.

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from $2,650

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Central Islands

Baltra - San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion

• Uncover the volcanic origins
• Explore South Plaza Island
• Encounter unique land iguanas

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Highlands

Activity Level

Variable

Dive into 5 days of Central Galapagos cruise aboard Galaxy Orion! Uncover WWII relics and frolic with nesting turtles at Bachas Beach. Snorkel vibrant coral reefs teeming with life in Sullivan Bay's underwater paradise. Hike, kayak alongside playful penguins at Punta Pitt, and meet gentle giants in the lush highlands – unforgettable memories await!

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from $5,870

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Northern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta

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

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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!

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from $7,100

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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 $4,272

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Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata

• Strolling on the beach in Mosquera
• Panga ride visit to Vicente Roca
• Appreciate landscape on Isabela
• Observe ecosystems of Santiago

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Black Turtle Cove

Activity Level

Variable

Explore in 5 days Galapagos Islands and navigate on Fragata yacht around Santa Cruz, Isabela and Rabida islands

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from $4,200

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Central & Southern Islands

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion

• Uncover the volcanic origins
• Explore South Plaza Island
• Encounter unique land iguanas
• Step into Post Office Bay's history

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Charles Darwin Center

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Dive into an 8-day Central & Southern Islands cruise aboard Galaxy Orion! Uncover WWII relics and frolic with nesting turtles at Bachas Beach. Snorkel vibrant coral reefs teeming with life in Sullivan Bay's underwater paradise. Hike, kayak alongside playful penguins at Punta Pitt, and meet gentle giants in the lush highlands – unforgettable memories await!

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from $3,463

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Central Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV

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Variable

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from $9,990

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Central Islands Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite

• Visit D. Rodriguez Breeding Center
• Observe blue-footed boobies
• Relax at Gardner Bay
• Take a panga ride to Champion Islet

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the highlights of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, Santiago, and Genovesa islands on this incredible 8-day adventure aboard the Elite. There is an endless list of activities to make this an unforgettable trip including snorkeling, roaming volcanic landscapes, and observing the native wildlife.

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