Top Santa Cruz Trips & Tours in October 2025

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Western Islands

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy

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

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Baltra / Black Turtle Cove

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Variable

Enjoy a 6-day 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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from $8,544

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Islands Circumnavigation I

15 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata

• Appreciate landscape on Isabela
• Practice aquatic activities
• Observe ecosystems of Santiago
• Snorkeling in Kicker RockS

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Recreation aboard Fragata in 15 days around unique landscapes and impressive wildlife, around Genovesa, Bartholomew, San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz, Isabela, Santiago, among other.

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from $71,440

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard EcoGalaxy

6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy

• Learn about tortoises of Galapagos
• Hike along the base of the Volcano
• Explore Egas Port
• Ride around Tagus Cove

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Baltra / Baltra

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Experience the Galapagos Islands aboard EcoGalaxy in 6 days, where you explore magical landscapes with unique wildlife like giant tortoises, flamingos, iguanas, and sharks with your private group of up to 16 guests!

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from $6,864

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Galapagos Escape

8 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

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Guayaquil / Guayaquil

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Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Hiking, Kayaking, Whale Watching

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Variable

Discover the vibrant islands of the Galapagos on this 8-day cruise through fascinating activities such as walking and trekking, kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. The National Geographic Islander II, an all-suite vessel, elevates the Galapagos experience with new levels of style and comfort. 

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from $4,292

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East & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Explore beautiful beaches
• Visit Charles Darwin Station
• Admire Genovesa's wildlife
• Snorkel among green sea turtles

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San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

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Variable

This unforgettable 8-day cruise offers amazing wildlife viewing such as the Galapagos giant tortoise, marine iguanas and playful sea lions. Set sail upon the comfortable Galapagos Legend with 100 guests, a pool, and several luxury-class amenities.

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from $4,272

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North and South Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Fragata

• Practice aquatic activities
• Hike to Pinnacle Rock
• Enjoy the sighting of wildlife
• Snorkeling & diving on Kicker Rock

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Fragarta cruise leads to you around Galapagos Islands in 8 days, visit the last home of lonesome George in Santa Cruz, discover different landscape and volcanic land and enjoy the sighting of animals typical of the islands.

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from $2,186

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Northern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Take a tour around Darwin Bay
• Snorkel off the beach of Las Bachas
• View Daphne Island, a volcanic cone

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Take an economical 5-day Galapagos cruise around the northern islands, including spectacular Bartolome Island!

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from $180,600

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Private Charter - Beyond Darwin's Footsteps Aboard Grace

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

Close encounters with nature highlight this 8-day private Galapagos cruise onboard the Grace. The islands are teeming with animals that are eager to meet visitors. Explore Espanola, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and other nearby cities! Scuba diving, snorkeling, and kayaking are all popular pastimes in this area.

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from $34,986

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Private Charter - Northern Islands Aboard Aida Maria

5 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Take a tour around Darwin Bay
• Snorkel off the beach of Las Bachas
• View Daphne Island, a volcanic cone

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the landscapes and wildlife of the northern Galapagos Islands during this 5-day private charter cruise aboard the Aida Maria.

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from $10,450

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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 $10,450

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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

Activity Level

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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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 $4,400

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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer

• Observe the Galapagos tortoise
• Ride a boat to Black Turtle Cove
• Climb up Prince Phillip's Steps
• Snorkel around Devil's Crown

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise through the Eastern Galapagos Islands on the Cachalote Explorer. Spend time learning about the history of the island and watch as seabirds soar and sea lions play on this 8-day tour.

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from $3,195

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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

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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 $8,495

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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

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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 $6,864

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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

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Guayaquil / Guayaquil

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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