Top Santa Cruz Trips & Tours in March 2026

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Northern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta

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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!

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

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from $8,195

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Central East Islands

Baltra - San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 5-day cruise from Baltra to San Cristobal aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Central East Galapagos Islands. Explore Santa Cruz's highlands and lava tunnels, Rábida's red sand beach, Bartolomé's volcanic panoramas, and South Plaza's land iguanas. Discover more flora and fauna while enjoying up-close wildlife encounters.

• Explore the Santa Cruz highlands
• Hike to Bartolomé's summit
• Land at South Plaza for forest walk
• Greet playful sea lions

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from $4,645

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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Natural Paradise

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.

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

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from $5,845

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North & Central Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon

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Enjoy an extensive adventure into the unique world of the Galapagos on this incredible 5-day journey. Admire the incredible natural beauty of this archipelago sailing pass Baltra, Rabida, Santiago, Genovesa, Santa Cruz and more!

• Observe the Pinnacle Rock
• Snorkel through clear blue waters
• Visit James Bay

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from $3,885

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Northeast Islands

Baltra - San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Cerro Colorado

Activity Level

Variable

Explore and discover the captivating islands during your 5-day Northeast Galapagos Islands cruise aboard the Anahi. Immerse yourself in days filled with hiking, snorkeling, and guided tours led by your naturalist guide, who will enlighten you about the diverse wildlife inhabiting these islands.

• Encounter sea lions up close
• Climb Prince Phillip's Steps
• Swim and relax on Bachas beach

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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 $2,691

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Western Galapagos Islands Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 5-day all inclusive Galapagos cruise aboard the Coral I or II yachts explore the central and western islands of Santa Cruz, Isabela and Fernandina. Hike among dramatic volcanic landscapes filled with wildlife, and snorkel among marine iguanas, sea turtles, playful sea lions, colorful schools of fish, sharks, and even penguins!

• Snorkel at the Bolivar Channel
• Meet Fernandina's endemic species
• Land on Urbina's black beach
• Explore Santiago's shores

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from $3,295

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Western Islands II

Baltra roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

Starts / Ends

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.

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

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from $2,650

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Central Islands

Baltra - San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Highlands

Activities

Kayaking, Hiking

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!

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

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from $86,640

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Alya

6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Bachas Beach

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.

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

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from $82,450

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Private Charter - North & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Horizon

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy an extensive adventure into the unique world of the Galapagos on this incredible 5-day private journey. Admire the incredible natural beauty of this archipelago, sailing to Baltra, Rabida, Santiago, Genovesa, Santa Cruz and more!

• Observe the Pinnacle Rock
• Snorkel through clear blue waters
• Visit James Bay

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from $69,450

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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Natural Paradise

5 Day Itinerary aboard Natural Paradise

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.

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

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from $59,791

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Private Charter - Western Galapagos Islands Cruise Aboard Corals

5 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 5-day all-inclusive private Galapagos cruise aboard the Corals yacht explores the central and western islands of Santa Cruz, Fernandina, Isabela, and Santiago. Hike among dramatic volcanic landscapes filled with wildlife, and snorkel among marine iguanas, sea turtles, and playful sea lions.

• Snorkel at the Bolivar Channel
• Meet Fernandina's endemic species
• Land on Urbina's black beach
• Explore Santiago's shores

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from $6,695

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Enchanted Escape

Baltra - San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Tribute

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the exciting 5-day South & East Enchanted Escape Galapagos Islands cruise aboard Tribute. Encounter giant tortoises in Santa Cruz, sea lions at Mosquera, and 'Galapagos dragons' at South Plaza. Visit Post Office Bay, Baroness Lookout, and El Soplador. Conclude with the Interpretation Center visit on San Cristobal island before departure.

• Explore Santa Cruz El Chato Reserve
• Witness playful Galapagos sea lions
• See yellow-crowned night herons
• Visit Post Office Bay

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from $7,500

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Diving Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Diver II

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Santa Cruz

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, 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.

• Dive into renowned El Derrumbe
• Explore La Banana dive site
• Discover Shark Bay
• Witness dolphins, sharks and more

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from $9,990

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Central Islands Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite

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.

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

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from $9,445

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East & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Interpretation Center / North Seymour

Activity Level

Variable

Board the Galapagos Horizon for a Galapagos circumnavigation tour. This 8-day adventure visits the islands of San Cristobal, Espanola, Rabida, Genovesa, and North Seymour, and offers stunning encounters with wildlife. Immerse yourself in the clear blue water, and witness ever-curious sea lions, and famed blue-footed boobies.

• Visit Lobos Island
• Discover the volcanic Pitt Point
• Admire Bachas beautiful lava shores
• Hike through mangroves

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from $8,195

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Western Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Set off on a 5-day Western Islands Galapagos cruise aboard the Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Begin at Baltra and sail to Bachas Beach for wildlife encounters. Explore Tagus Cove, Urbina Bay, Espinoza Point, and Vicente Roca Point, discovering rich marine life. Conclude with a visit to North Seymour Island before disembarking in Baltra.

• Relax and swim at Bachas Beach
• Spot flightless cormorants at Tagus
• Visit Darwin's Lake and snorkel
• Witness flightless cormorants

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