Los Tuneles & Isabela
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Kick off a five day Galapagos island hopping escape that starts at Baltra Airport – and wraps up back at Baltra for an easy flight home. Head to Isabela to snorkel the lava arches of Los Tuneles, spotting sea turtles, rays, penguins and sea lions. On Santa Cruz you'll visit the Charles Darwin Research Station, then cruise the bay around Puerto Ayora – expect to see marine iguanas, frigatebirds and bright reef fish. A day at Santa Fe brings calm coves, sandy beaches and the endemic land iguana. Wildlife rich waters, short boat rides and laid back exploring make this a breezy, memorable adventure.
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Tour Overview
Duration
5 daysHotel Rating
3 star hotelsStarts
Puerto AyoraEnds
BaltraMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Galapagos that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
YesTour Guide
Yes - for included sightseeing.Countries
Galapagos, EcuadorMeals Included
Breakfast: 4, Lunch: 2Passengers
$5,620.00
$2,810.00
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max Private Tour
Trip Type
Private Tours
Range
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
Demands a higher level of physical effort, including extended walking, hiking, or more challenging terrain. You must be able to walk around 5-kilometres without stopping and on overland trips, you must be able to manage steps up into overland trucks.
Tour Guide
Yes - for included sightseeing.Group Size
Min 2 / Max Private TourRange
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
Demands a higher level of physical effort, including extended walking, hiking, or more challenging terrain. You must be able to walk around 5-kilometres without stopping and on overland trips, you must be able to manage steps up into overland trucks.
Trip Type
Private ToursTour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Baltra Arrival & Transfer to Isabela Island
Your island-hopping Galapagos adventure begins today. If your flight arrives at Baltra before 12:00 PM, we meet you at the airport with an English-speaking guide and transfer to Puerto Ayora for lunch. After lunch, we take the speedboat to Isabela – the crossing can be bumpy, so bring a waterproof jacket and motion sickness medication if needed. On arrival, we visit Flamingo Lagoon before dropping you at your hotel. Lunch included. Overnight at Hotel San Vicente or similar.
If your flight arrives after 12:00 PM, you stay on Santa Cruz tonight, as the last speedboat to Isabela usually departs around 03:00 PM. Lunch not included. Overnight at Hotel Fernandina or similar. In this case, the tour typically continues as follows: Day 2 Santa Fe, Day 3 Bay half day tour and Charles Darwin Research Station, Day 4 morning boat to Isabela for Los Tuneles, Day 5 morning boat to Santa Cruz and transfer out.
Day 2 - Los Tuneles Snorkelling Experience
We set off early from Puerto Villamil by boat to Los Tuneles – one of Isabela’s most beautiful snorkelling sites, where the water is typically clear and calm for excellent visibility.
As we explore, there’s a good chance to see large numbers of seabirds and marine life, and we may spot swimming iguanas, sea lions, manta rays, Galapagos penguins and lobsters. The excursion lasts around six hours in total – including the boat rides and a short hike – with a snack served en route.
Day 3 - Santa Cruz Island Discovery
At 06:00 we travel to Santa Cruz for breakfast, then visit the Charles Darwin Research Station – a key centre for giant tortoise conservation – where our guide shares more about these emblematic reptiles.
After lunch, we set out on the Bay Tour around Puerto Ayora – starting at La Lobería to watch sea lions, continuing to Punta Camaño Islet for snorkelling with sea lions and a variety of fish, then on to the Channel of Love, and finishing at Playa de los Perros.
It is about a 15 minute walk to the beach, where we observe dog crab colonies, marine iguanas and striking coastal views.
Day 4 - Santa Fe Island Excursion
After breakfast, we travel by boat for about 45 minutes to Santa Fe – a small island in the heart of the Galapagos and home to the endemic Barrington land iguana (Conolophus pallidus). On arrival at the bay, we snorkel in sheltered waters and, with luck, may see seabirds resting on the surrounding rocks.
After snorkelling, we continue to Santa Cruz for a wet landing at Playa Escondida or Garrapatero, then explore the beach. A wet landing means the boat approaches the shore and we disembark into shallow water – please bring extra clothing as we may get wet. This tour operates as Pesca Vivencial – we may observe a fishing demonstration, subject to weather and park regulations.
Day 5 - Departure from Baltra Airport
After breakfast, we arrange your transfer to Baltra Airport with a Spanish speaking driver for your flight to Quito or Guayaquil – breakfast included. Our services conclude at the airport drop off.
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Hotels
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