Galápagos Land Tour Expeditions

Galápagos Land Tour Expeditions in 5 days

The Galápagos Islands (official name: Archipiélago de Colón, other Spanish names: Islas Galápagos, Spanish pronunciation: [ˈislas gaˈlapaɣos]) are an archipelago of volcanic islands distributed on either side of the Equator in the Pacific Ocean, 906 km (563 mi) west of continental Ecuador, of which they are a part.

The Galápagos Islands and their surrounding waters form an Ecuadorian province, a national park, and a biological marine reserve. The principal language on the islands is Spanish. The islands have a population of slightly over 25,000.

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The islands are famed for their vast number of endemic species and were studied by Charles Darwin during the voyage of the Beagle. His observations and collections contributed to the inception of Darwin’s theory of evolution by natural selection.

Travel program

Itinerary:

Day 1: Quito – Baltra Airport (Galápagos) – Grietas – Alemanes Beach
Day 2: Sta. Cruz -Tortuga Bay Beach – Charles Darwin Station (B / L / D / Lodgement)
Day 3: Sta. Cruz – Isabela (B / L / D / Lodgement) Snorkeling
Day 4: Sta. Cruz -Floreana (B/ L/ D / Lodgement) Snorkeling
Day 5: Transfer from Hotel – to canal and Baltra Airport – Quito

Detailed Program


Day 1: Quito – Baltra Airport (Galápagos) – Grietas – Alemanes Beach
When you arrive at the Galapagos Island you will be greeted by a tourist guide who will to take you to Santa Cruz. In about 45 minutes you will be in Puerto Ayora – hotel. Check in the hotel. Lunch. Then we will go to GRIETAS. In this unique place we will have the chance to snorkel into a canyon formed by the sea water into the land, in this area we will also have the chance to see blue footed boobies, red crabs, frigate bird, and other bird species. Finally, enjoy the ALEMANES BEACH.
Day 2: Sta. Cruz -Tortuga Bay Beach – Charles Darwin Station (B / L / D / Lodgement)
In the morning, visit the TORUTGA BAY BEACH. This is one of the largest white sand beach of the archipelago, an excellent place for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, surfing or just walking. The marine iguanas, sharks and sea turtles can be seen along a small right path for visitors. Migratory birds can be seen walking along the coast and enjoy bird watching. In the afternoon, we visit CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH STATION and its Interpretive Center, with help from the IUCN, UNESCO, and conservationists worldwide. Charles Darwin Foundation was founded under Belgian Law in 1959. Since then, CDF has been a key organism to stabilize the ecosystem and preserving the natural wonders thar the island has to offer. Here we will have the great opportunity to see and explore this famous place.
Day 3: Sta. Cruz – Isabela (B / L / D / Lodgement) Snorkeling
Pick up at from the hotel at 0700 Aprox. Speed boat to Isabela Island. We will sail to TINTORERAS ISLET. The name comes due to a large Crevice with very clear, calm water in which white‐tip sharks known as “Tintoreras” come daily to rest on the bottom. We can also observe penguins, sea lions, and marine iguanas and go snorkeling with sharks as well as other colorful tropical fish while enjoying the beaches of Isabela Island. Lunch at a local restaurant. Additionally, we will visit wetlands, and flamingos lagoon. Return to Puerto Ayora
Day 4: Sta. Cruz -Floreana (B/ L/ D / Lodgement) Snorkeling
Pick up from the hotel at 0800 aprox. In the morning, Speed boat to the most haunted Island history in Puerto Velasco Ibarra boats. Visit the top of the island. Heaven of Peace & Cueva de Sucre: the first one was the cave of pirates and the second one is the freshwater side. These places have history, since it was the home of the first settlers of the island. Then we go to Playa Negra. Lunch at a local restaurant. Snorkelling in Lobería (the main attractions that the beach and the bay have are: sea lions, marine iguanas on the shores and reefs at the bay. Return to Puerto Ayora.
Day 5: Transfer from Hotel – to canal and Baltra Airport – Quito
Return to Baltra Island and back to Quito

What's Included


Services included in the prices:
  • Transfer: Airport – Hotel – Airport
  • Accommodation: 5 Days ~ 4 Nights in Sta. Cruz (Lobo de Mar Hotel)
  • Meals according itinerary
  • Naturalist Guide GNP
  • Navigation to Isabela & Floreana (Shared Tour)
  • Snorkelling equipment (mask and snorkel) Isabela & Floreana
  • Transfer to Grietas and Alemanes Beach

Not included:
  • Card immigration control INGALA USD $20
  • Air Tickets
  • Galapagos National Park entrance tax
  • Isabela Island tax
  • Fiber to Tortuga Bay (USD $10 per passenger – one way) (Optional Passenger)
  • Water taxi inter islands (USD $0.50)
  • No mentioned in the Itinerary

Prices & Dates

Tour Information:

Season: All year
Difficulty: Moderate
Dates & Prices:
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Deposit for reservations: * 1.000,00 USD (900,00 EUR) ✓ Full payment 40 days before. No refund if you cancel less than 30 days!
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Trip-code: ►Code-number (►EC-593) ✓
Duration: 5 days
Participants: Minimal: 4 Maximal: 15
Members: We have 2 people confirmed – 23.05. – 06.06 - join in our group - Contact us!
Country / Location: Ecuador Galápagos Islands
Mountain Guide: Fernando Iza
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