This 5-day begins by exploring the Santa Cruz highlands to see Galapagos' wildlife firsthand. Based out of the comfortable beachfront hotel, Galapagos Habitat, you'll embark on the Windrose for three incredible day tours, sailing to explore the neighboring islands. Your daily adventures of trekking, snorkeling and wildlife viewing are sure to be unforgettable!
Highlights
Visit the world famous Charles Darwin Station
Explore Chinese Hat and admire unique views of the archipelago
Hike on Dragon Hill, named after the iguanas, considered the local “dragons”.
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Arrive early in the morning at Baltra airport where you'll meet your guide and start your Galapagos adventure. After taking the quick ferry to Santa Cruz, visit the Highlands, where Giant Tortoises can be seen in their natural habitat. Followed by a tour of the Charles Darwin Station, an important research facility with an extensive collection of Galapagos plant life specimens. Make your way to the Galapagos Habitat Hotel and enjoy the rest of the afternoon and evening at the hotel.
A variety of island visits will be offered during your stay. Choose to investigate this diverse marine environment by partaking in daily yacht excursions aboard the Windrose to such islands as South Plaza, North Seymour, Bartolome, Santa Fe, or Santiago. The exact itinerary will depend on the day you've decided to start your tour all of them offering incredible trekking, snorkeling, and swimming options for you. View details here.
Day 5: Gemelos | Transfer Out
1 Breakfast
After breakfast at the Galapagos Habitat, visit the spectacular Gemelos or Twin Craters, located in the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island. These craters are surrounded by endemic Scalesia forests. Then take the Ferry to Baltra and transfer to the Baltra Airport to catch your flight to the mainland.
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Initial deposit is 25%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
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Included
4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 4 Dinners
4 Nights Accommodations
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Gear Rental: Snorkeling Gear
Excluded
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Galapagos Park Entrance Fee: $200 per adult, $100 per child under 12 (fees of $100 per adult and $50 per child valid on arrivals throughAug 1, 2024). Payable upon arrival to the Galapagos, only in cash dollars. Subject to increase by Galapagos Park Service.
Airport Departure Tax
Wetsuits - Available on board
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When to Go
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Good to ideal period to travel, and many people choose to visit at this time.
Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
Meyer Smolen
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