Day 1: Arrival in Quito
Arrive in Quito on your own, where you can explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Old Town or rest at your hotel. Join an orientation meeting at 6:30 PM to discuss the upcoming tour.
Overnight: DANN CARLTON or similar
Meals: N/A
Day 2: Quito to San Cristobal
Fly to San Cristobal (3-hour flight, with a stop in Guayaquil). After customs, meet your Naturalist Guide and head to your hotel. Enjoy a kayaking trip to Darwin Bay, including snorkelling to discover marine life.
Overnight: GALAPAGOS SUNSET or similar
Meals: B
Day 3: Snorkelling at Kicker Rock
Experience some of the best snorkelling at Kicker Rock. A speedboat will take you along the coast of San Cristobal, where you’ll see sharks, turtles, and sea lions while snorkelling. Enjoy a box lunch on the boat, followed by beach time.
Overnight: GALAPAGOS SUNSET or similar
Meals: B / L
Day 4: Santa Cruz Island
Take a Public Speed boat to Santa Cruz. Upon arrival our guide will take you on a tour to tortoise ranch in the highlands as also you will walk into a Lava tunel , finally back to town for checking in at the hotel.
Don’t miss trying fresh seafood at local kiosks on your own.
Overnight: LA ISLA or similar
Meals: B
Day 5: Isabela Island
Travel to Isabela Island by Public Speed Boat. Visit Tintoreras islet, home to marine iguanas and penguins. Depending on tides, you may see white tip reef sharks. Enjoy snorkelling at La Calera, then go back to the hotel for some free time to relax on your own.
Overnight: CORMORANT or similar
Meals: B
Day 6: Southwestern Isabela
Head to the southwestern side of Isabela to explore lava formations and spot nesting birds at Los Tuneles. Enjoy a snack on board before snorkelling in diverse waters, where you might see sea turtles and marine life.
Overnight: CORMORANT or similar
Meals: B
Day 7: Sierra Negra Volcano Hike
Take a bus to Volcan Sierra Negra and hike to the caldera (2-4 hours). Observe endemic flora and fauna, and if the weather permits, enjoy stunning views of the volcano. Return to Villamil and then to Santa Cruz by Public Speed Boat.
Overnight: LA ISLA or similar
Meals: B
Day 8: Bartolome Island
Depart early for a yacht excursion to Bartolome Island. Hike, snorkel, and enjoy the unique volcanic landscapes and the famous Pinnacle Rock. Relax on the beach and soak in the views.
Overnight: LA ISLA or similar
Meals: B / L
Day 9: Departure
Enjoy a free morning before checking out at 10 AM (depending of your flight). Transfer to Baltra Airport for your flight back to Quito.
Upon arrival at Quito´s Airport is the END OF THE TOUR, if you need to extend the trip as EXTRA we can always assist you.
Meals: B
