Top Santa Cruz Trips & Tours in September 2026

from $58,450

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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Galapagos Horizon

4 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon

• View young and old tortoises
• Hike through San Cristobal
• Snorkel and swim with sea lions

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the Galapagos Islands' magnificent splendor aboard the new Galapagos Horizon on a four-day sailing expedition. It's easy to spot marine turtles, sea lions, stingrays, and even white-tipped sharks in the crystal clear seas.

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from $56,978

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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Aida Maria

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Explore the beaches of Las Bachas
• Visit Black Turtle Cove
• Snorkel by Cerro Dragon
• Navigate around Kicker Rock

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Travel aboard the Aida Maria to the stunning Galapagos Islands. Witness a sea turtle nesting area, swim with penguins, see a variety of birds and wildlife, and explore lava flows on this 8-day private charter cruise adventure for up to 16-passengers.

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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

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 $15,669

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Galapagos by Catamaran, Machu Picchu and Peru's Land of the Inca

16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Delfina

• Observe rare island wildlife
• Kayak pristine coastlines
• Explore volcanic landscapes
• Visit historic Lima landmarks
• Tour Sacred Valley sites

Starts / Ends

Ecuador / Lima

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 16-day Galápagos cruise to Machu Picchu, combining wildlife encounters and legendary Inca landmarks. Cruise aboard National Geographic Delfina, visit iconic islands, and discover Peru’s Sacred Valley, Cusco, and ancient Machu Picchu.

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from $8,800

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Western Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Passion

• Visit the Charles Darwin Station
• Uncover Floreana's rich history
• Snorkel at Devils Crown
• Witness unique wildlife

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Relaxed

Embark on an 8-day Western Galapagos Islands cruise aboard M/Y Passion. Explore Santa Cruz, visit the Charles Darwin Station, and snorkel at Devils Crown. Discover Floreana's history, Isabela's diverse landscapes, and unique wildlife on Fernandina and Santiago Islands, and relax at beautiful beaches. Disembark after an incredible adventure.

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from $5,536

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Eastern & Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Visit Bachas Beach
• Observe swimming fur seals
• Set foot on dark-red sand beaches
• Snorkel at the Bolivar Channel

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Join the crew of the Galapagos Legend for an 8-day unique adventure on the enchanted islands. Let yourself be captivated by the unusual 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 $7,095

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Southern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Visit Tijeretas Hill bird colony
• Discover Floreana Island's beaches
• Snorkel with sea lions

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 4-day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise to the Eastern Galapagos Islands. Explore San Cristóbal, and visit Tijeretas Hill. Enjoy Gardner Bay and Punta Suárez on Española, then discover unique beaches, flamingos, and marine life at Punta Cormorant on Floreana. Conclude your journey at the Charles Darwin Research Station and fly back home.

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from $5,370

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Galapagos Southeast & North Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Corals

• Visit Jacinto Gordillo Center
• Snorkel and sunbathe in Cerro Brujo
• View impressive volcanic landscapes
• Explore a “Turtle Sanctuary”

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the best of the southeastern and north central islands of the Galapagos, on this 8-day cruise aboard the Corals. Enjoy the highlights of the extraordinary San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, Santa Cruz and Rabida, and take part in a diverse list of activities as snorkeling, hiking, and swimming.

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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 $5,490

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Northern Galapagos Catamaran Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

• Hike 375 stairs to panoramic views
• Trek through mangroves
• Snorkel in search of marinlife

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

The Ocean Spray luxury catamaran takes you on a 5-day Galapagos Northern Islands cruise, exploring Genovesa, South Plaza, Mosquero, and Santiago. Light hiking, pristine snorkeling, and swimming with sea lions and penguins make this trip the perfect luxury Galapagos vacation package.

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from $4,900

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Northern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo III

• Take a paga ride on Genovesa
• Snorkel and kayak at Sullivan Bay
• Visit a blue-footed booby colony
• Meet Galapagos giant tortoises

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy an 8-day magical Galapagos Islands cruise aboard Nemo III! Discover the North Islands Genovesa, the coast of Santiago, Isabela and Fernandina. Walk, swim, and snorkel next to frigatebirds, blue-footed boobies, iguanas, penguins, giant tortoises & sea lions.

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from $4,490

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Islands Circumnavigation - Naturalist Itinerary

Santa Cruz Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Danubio Azul

• Snorkel volcanic Devil’s Crown
• Visit the historic Post Office
• Encounter Galapagos marine iguanas
• Watch blue-footed boobies

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Galapagos Islands Northwest and Southern Loop aboard Danubio Azul on this 8-day expedition. Visit volcanic islands like Isabela and Bartolome, and encounter wildlife from giant tortoises to marine iguanas. Enjoy guided excursions to historic sites, pristine beaches, and remote islets.

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from $3,150

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Southern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi

• Explore the Interpretation Center
• Observe Frigate birds
• Discover Punta Suárez's wildlife

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 4-day Southern Galapagos Islands cruise aboard Anahi. Explore San Cristobal's Interpretation Center and 'La Colina de las Fragatas'. Encounter diverse wildlife at Punta Suárez and Bahía Gardner. Visit Punta Cormorant's flamingo lagoon and snorkel at Devil's Crown. Discover Bahía "Post Office" and Asilo de la Paz.

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from $7,946

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Western Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta

• Snorkel around Champion Islet
• View lava how flows
• Hike across North Seymour Island
• Play with sea lions

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the red beaches of Rabida and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station aboard the La Pinta. Hike, snorkel, and relax on this 7-day tour of the Western Islands.

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from $123,790

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Private Charter - Western and Central Galapagos Cruise

Baltra Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique

• Visit a sea turtle nesting site
• Spot Urbina Bay's wildlife
• Explore red sand beaches
• See North Seymour birdlife

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day Private Charter in the Western and Central Galapagos. Visit Fernandina, Isabela, and Santiago Islands. Snorkel with penguins and sea lions, hike volcanic trails, encounter land iguanas, giant tortoises, and seabirds.

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from $62,490

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Private Charter - Galapagos Southern & Eastern Islands

Baltra to San Cristobal - 4 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique

• Spot Santa Cruz's giant tortoises
• Visit Floreana Post Office Bay
• Walk Punta Suarez seabird cliffs
• Visit Post Office Bay

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal

Activities

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

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 4-day private charter Galapagos cruise across Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, and San Cristobal. Enjoy exclusive access to iconic sites, from Post Office Bay to Kicker Rock. Snorkel with sea lions, observe giant tortoises, and hike diverse habitats with full privacy and personalized experiences in the islands.

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from $10,750

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Beaches and Bays

Southern & Central Route - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve

• Enjoy kid-friendly adventures
• Leave a card in Post Office Bay
• Encounter Galapagos giant tortoises
• Enjoy pristine beaches and swimming

Activity Level

Variable

Spend 8 days cruising the Southern Islands of the Galapagos and visiting a variety of islands such as San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz. Explore the unique and endemic flora and fauna of each island and enjoy family adventure activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, and hiking.

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