Top Santa Cruz Trips & Tours in February 2026

from $10,950

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Beyond Darwin's Footsteps

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace

• Cruise around Kicker Rock
• Enjoy friendly sea lions
• Walk along a green beach
• Hike to see Galapagos doves

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 8-day adventure aboard Grace offers close encounters with wildlife. The islands are full of creatures that love to interact with visitors. Travel around Espanola, Floreana, Santa Cruz and more! Enjoy snorkeling, swimming and kayaking in the crystalline waters of this area.

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from $10,950

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Following Darwin's Footsteps

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 / Baltra

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Variable

Embark on a memorable vacation aboard the Grace. The 8-day journey allows for many close encounters with Galapagos wildlife. Enjoy snorkeling, swimming and kayaking in clear waters. Explore South Plaza, Genovesa, Isabela and more on this tour!

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from $7,490

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North & Central Islands + Floreana

6 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic

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

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Variable

Delight your senses with all the natural beauty and breathtaking wildlife of the Galapagos Islands! Sail across some of the most emblematic destinations and visit Baltra, Bartholomew, Floreana, Santiago, North Seymour, Santa Cruz, Genovesa and more!

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from $5,600

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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV

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

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Variable

Visit the Galapagos Islands aboard Tip Top IV during this 8-day 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 $3,295

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Western Islands II

Baltra roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Visit Fausto Llerena Breeding Cente
• Observe white tip sharks
• Snorkel with sea lions

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Join the Archipel I on this 5-day voyage cruising across the Western Galapagos Islands, home to giant Galapagos tortoises, manta rays, penguins, whale-sharks, sea lions, and more. Walk along unique white sand beaches, encounter an extraordinary variety of wildlife, and admire amazing volcanic formations.

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from $2,137

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Central Islands I

4 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata

• Observe giant tortoises
• Practice ornithology in Isabela
• Enjoy the landscape of Rabida

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Black Turtle Cove

Activity Level

Variable

Diving in the magic waters of Galapagos in a cruise aboard 4 days in Golondrina Yacht. Explore the islands and enjoy the different activities like snorkeling, swim and sail around unique landscapes.

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from $9,495

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Darwin's Odyssey

Baltra roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Tribute

• Explore Santa Cruz
• Visit Punta Moreno
• Hike Sierra Negra's volcanic rim
• See flightless cormorants

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 7-day Darwin's Odyssey cruise aboard Tribute through the Central and West Galapagos Islands. Explore Santa Cruz for giant tortoises, snorkel with playful sea creatures, hike Sierra Negra volcano, and witness unique wildlife like flightless cormorants and Galapagos penguins.

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from $10,333

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Galapagos Escape

7 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

Starts / Ends

Guayaquil / Guayaquil

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

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

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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)

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 $97,309

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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 $5,295

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Northwestern Islands I

8 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Encounter an array of wildlife
• See Fausto Llerena Breeding Center
• Hike through a volcanic landscape
• Snorkel with sea lions

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Galapagos on this 8-day cruise through the northwestern islands. This journey allows you to experience the picturesque beauty, exciting wildlife, and unique landscapes of this famous archipelago. Explore rocky coastlines, volcanic landscapes, beaches, and forest trails while viewing abundant wildlife.

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from $4,645

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Southern Islands

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 diverse and fascinating coastlines of San Cristobal, North Seymour, Santa Fe, Santa Cruz, Santiago, Bartholomew & South Plaza.

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from $4,916

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Hiking Galapagos

Hotel-Based Tour - 9 Day Itinerary

• Hike Cerro de Las Tijeretas
• Trek to a fresh water lake
• Learn about local conservation
• Explore Tortuga Bay

Activity Level

Moderate

Sea lions and tortoises and iguanas -- oh my! Explore some of the Islands' most remarkable regions, including snorkeling at Leon Dormido, Tortuga Bay, Frigate Hill and a hike to the rim of Sierra Negra volcano. Spend nights on the Islands in comfortable hotels on this 9-day trip with the best hiking in Galapagos.

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from $5,700

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Western Islands

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

Activity Level

Variable

Embark the Alya on this 6-day catamaran 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 $17,744

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Galápagos Islands Nature and Wildlife Expedition Cruise

7 Day Itinerary aboard Santa Cruz II

• See the iconic Galapagos tortoises
• Visit famous Pinnacle rock
• Cruise to Buccaneer Cove

Starts / Ends

Quito / Baltra

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

This 7-day Northern Islands Galapagos cruise explores the islands of Genovesa, Bartolome, Santiago, Santa Cruz and more. Snorkel with sea lions, witness the famous dance of the blue-footed boobies, and see the giant tortoises which gave this archipelago its name.

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from $84,720

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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

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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 $66,120

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Galaxy

6 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy

• Witness Galapagos Giant tortoises
• Explore Isabela's Tintoreras
• Venture into Moreno Point
• Step ashore at Espinoza Point

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Black Turtle Cove

Activities

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

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy a 6-day private cruise in the Western Galapagos Islands aboard the Galaxy, where you can explore enchanting landscapes teeming with unique wildlife, including giant tortoises, flamingos, iguanas, and sharks. The islands of Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, and Santiago offer an extensive array of activities for you to experience.

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