Top Santa Cruz Trips & Tours in February 2026

from $129,690

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Private Charter - Islands Circumnavigation - East Aboard Ocean Spray

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

• Explore Witch Hill
• Swim with reef fish
• Visit Cormorant Point
• Snorkel in clear water

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Witness Kicker Rock, Pitt Point and Post Office Bay aboard the Ocean Spray. This 8-day private cruise allows you to circumnavigate the East Galapagos Islands and discover highlights of the region, from stunning volcanic landscapes to vibrant wildlife.

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from $118,008

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Private Charter - North & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Legend

4 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Meet the Galapagos giant tortoises
• Visit the wildlife-rich Genovesa
• Snorkel among sea lions

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on the luxurious Galapagos Legend, which accommodates 100 guests and features a pool and several luxury-class facilities. The Galapagos giant tortoise, marine iguanas, and playful sea lions may all be seen on this short, inexpensive private trip.

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from $84,720

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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 $93,450

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Private Charter - Western & Southern Islands Aboard Galapagos Angel

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Angel

• Explore Bachas Beach
• Hike Dragon Hill on Santa Cruz
• Discover Elizabeth Bay's islets
• Observe flightless cormorants

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the Western & Southern Galapagos on a private 8-day cruise aboard the Galapagos Angel. Uncover Bachas Beach, Mosquera Islet's sea lions, Espinoza Point's cormorants, and Tagus Cove's vistas. Enjoy snorkeling at Devil’s Crown, hike Sierra Negra Volcano, and encounter unique wildlife at Dragon Hill and Cormorant Point.

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from $65,490

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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 $45,787

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Private Charter - Galapagos Central Islands Aboard Corals

4 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

• Visit the Charles Darwin Station
• Explore Dragon Hill's wildlife
• Snorkel & swim at Bartolome Island

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

During this 4-day private cruise explore the North Central islands of the Galapagos and visit the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, home to the Galapagos giant tortoise and where the famous Lonesome George used to live. Walk through trails escorted by endemic land iguanas, mockingbirds, and Darwin´s finches, snorkel in crystalline waters and more!

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from $45,787

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Private Charter - Galapagos Northeast Islands Aboard Corals

4 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

• Explore the Charles Darwin Station
• Visit Mosquera Islet´s sea lions
• Walk in South Plaza´s cactus forest

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

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Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Delight yourself with close encounters with the Galapagos tortoises, sea lions, sharks, and blue-footed boobies during this 4-day private cruise across the northeast islands of the Galapagos and experience the best of the archipelago, visiting a variety of locations such as the Charles Darwin Station, Mosquera Islet, North Seymour, San Cristobal, and more!

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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 $5,987

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Eastern Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta

• Snorkel with fish in Gardner Bay
• Visit the Charles Darwin Station
• View lava lizards at Pitt Point

Activity Level

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Introduce yourself to the Galapagos by taking a 5-day cruise to the Eastern Islands. This quick tour aboard the La Pinta features sea lions, red-footed boobies, and giant tortoises.

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from $5,195

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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 $5,338

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Western Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Koln

• Explore North Seymour Island
• Hike Bartolome Island
• Observe wildlife at James Bay
• Encounter penguins at Tagus Cove

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the best of the West Galapagos on an 8-day Koln cruise. Enjoy orientation sessions, snacks, and meals while exploring various islands. Observe unique wildlife, go swimming, snorkeling, or kayaking. Visit reserves, farms, and research centers before concluding the trip with a visit to Playa Las Bachas.

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from $5,295

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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 $5,295

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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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from $5,295

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Southeastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Visit the Highlands of Santa Cruz
• Swim and snorkel at Gardner Bay
• Follow Charles Darwin´s steps
• Learn about local conservation

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Get ready to enjoy an unique 8-day expedition cruise exploring the highlights of the southeastern islands of the Galapagos. Cover some of the most beautiful islands including Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, San Cristobal, South Plazas, and Santa Fe.

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from $3,472

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Western Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Stop at the volcanic Egas Port
• Visit Rabida's red sand beaches
• Snorkel with sea turtles

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Explore the remote, less-visited western islands of Santa Cruz, Santiago, Isabela, Fernandina on an unforgettable 5-day cruise on the 100-passenger capacity Galapagos Legend small ship.

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from $3,500

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Southern Islands

San Cristobal - Santa Cruz - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy

• Marvel at Kicker Rock
• Stroll along Cerro Brujo's sands
• Explore Punta Pitt's birdlife
• Send postcards from Post Office Bay

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Charles Darwin Center

Activities

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

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 5-day Southern Galapagos Islands cruise aboard Galaxy. Marvel at Kicker Rock's grandeur on a panga ride, encounter sea lions at Cerro Brujo and explore Punta Pitt's diverse birdlife. Witness unique fauna at Suarez Point, Gardner Bay's paradise, and Floreana's Post Office Bay history. Conclude, reflecting on this remarkable journey.

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from $4,500

from $1200

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Southeast Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II

• Dive & snorkel at Kicker Rock
• Learn about Post Office Bay
• Inspect the ecosystem
• Hike on Chinese Hat

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Get close to sea lions on a tour of the Southeast Islands. Discover the history of Post Office Bay and take a stroll along a coral reef on this 8-day cruise aboard the Nemo II.

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from $2,395

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Eastern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Snorkel Lobos Island reef
• Explore Gardner Bay beach
• Visit Post Office Bay
• Observe waved albatross nesting

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 4-day exciting cruise aboard M/Y Monserrat and enjoy the beautiful turquoise water and its incredible sea life that captures the best of the Galapagos wildlife. Visit the stunning San Cristobal, Gardner Bay, Cormorant Point, and many more.

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