Top Santa Cruz Trips & Tours in September 2026

from $4,150

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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Treasure of Galapagos

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

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This 5-day Southern Galapagos Islands cruise on the Treasure of the Galapagos yacht explores the islands of Santa Cruz, San Cristobal, Santa Fe and more.

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from $4,190

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Galapagos Southern & Eastern Islands

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

• Visit Santa Cruz highlands
• Kayak along coastal coves
• Walk Punta Suarez seabird cliffs
• Spot Gardner Bay sea lions

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal

Activities

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

Activity Level

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Discover the Galapagos Islands on a 4-day cruise aboard M/C Monique. Visit Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, and San Cristobal. Explore research stations, volcanic landscapes, beaches, and reefs with guided walks, snorkeling, and wildlife encounters.

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from $2,250

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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

Starts / Ends

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 $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

Activity Level

Variable

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 $77,520

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Private Charter - Western Islands

Santa Cruz Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy

• Spot giant tortoises
• Walk volcanic lava trails
• Spot flamingos and land iguanas
• Visit Puerto Egas' fur seal grotto

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 6-day private charter cruise aboard EcoGalaxy and discover the Galapagos Western Islands. Visit Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, and Santiago. Hike lava trails, snorkel with sea turtles and penguins, and observe unique species like marine iguanas, flightless cormorants, and Galapagos hawks.

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from $35,986

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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

Starts / Ends

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 $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

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

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 $2,749

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South-Central Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Discover Floreana
• Visit Devil’s Crown
• Snorkel at Garner Bay
• Explore Isla Lobos

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Join the Aida Maria on a dazzling 6-day sailing adventure across the Galapagos Islands. Visit Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española and San Cristobal. Explore the exclusive landscapes these islands have to offer and admire some of the rarest and beautiful wildlife on the planet!

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from $2,100

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Central Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II

• Visit Santa Cruz
• Explore South Plaza

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 4-day Galapagos Cruise & Travel will take you to the Central Islands. Join Nemo II and create your own experiences.

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from $6,095

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Western & Eastern Islands

Baltra to San Cristobal - 9 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• See Espinosa Point's marine iguanas
• Kayak in Black Turtle Cove
• Observe flightless cormorants
• Spot boobies at Pitt Point

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Sail to one of the most unique archipelagos in the world on this 9-day Galapagos Islands expedition aboard M/Y Monserrat. The Galapagos Islands are teeming with sea life including blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, land and marine iguanas, sea lions, and penguins.

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from $4,903

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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 $10,239

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Galapagos Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Visit Black Turtle Cove
• Spot Genovesa red-footed boobies
• Explore Rabida's red sand beaches
• Observe the Galapagos tortoise

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 15-day Circumnavigation of the Galapagos Islands on the highly-rated Galapagos Legend ship provides a comprehensive, unforgettable tour of the Galapagos. Spend your days exploring the archipelago, encountering sea lions, Galapagos penguins, frigate birds, flightless cormorants, giant tortoises, and many more unique native species!

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from $7,395

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Central South & Northern Islands

11 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Visit Santa Cruz highlands
• Hike Bartolomé's summit
• Paddle near iguanas in Santa Fe
• Snorkel around Punta Pitt

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Sail aboard M/Y Monserrat on this 11-day cruise of the Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including Santa Cruz, Española, Genovesa, and Bartolome. Experience volcanic landscapes, pristine beaches, and isolated coves on an unforgettable island-hopping journey filled with hiking, snorkeling, and discovery.

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from $7,395

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East Central & Northwestern Islands

11 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Snorkel with sea turtles
• Visit Gardner Bay's beach
• Explore Punta Suarez wildlife
• Discover Black Turtle Cove

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Board M/Y Monserrat for an 11-day adventure exploring the highlights of East Central & Northwestern Islands of the Galapagos Islands. Each island boasts new and exciting wildlife, inviting you to explore its rocky coastlines, volcanic landscapes, beaches, and forest trails.

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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 $6,195

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Western Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Solaris

• Enjoy Fernandina's landscapes
• Explore Espinosa Point
• Visit Giant Tortoises at El Chato
• Discover Post Office Bay

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Charles Darwin Center

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the shores of Isabela, Fernandina, Santiago Rabida, and Santa Cruz on this 7-day Western Islands Galapagos cruise on the Solaris. Walk along unique and colorful beaches, observe a large variety of extraordinary animals and plant species, and admire amazing geological formations. A wonderful way to experience the Galapagos!

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from $5,095

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Eastern & Central Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Visit Charles Darwin Station
• Relax at Bachas Beach
• Spot red-footed boobies
• Witness marine life at Tortuga Rock

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Bachas Beach

Activity Level

Variable

Indulge in the unique beauty of the Galapagos Islands on this 7-day adventure aboard M/Y Monserrat. Learn about the history of this unique archipelago, rest on a white sand beach, view abundant wildlife, and take advantage of once-in-a-lifetime snorkel opportunities.

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from $8,378

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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

Starts / Ends

Guayaquil / Guayaquil

Activity Level

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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