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Embark on an express tour of the Galapagos island of Santa Cruz, from the Ecuadorean capital of Quito. Spot giant tortoises roaming in the Highlands and snorkel alongside sea lions and turtles. Hike to one of the island's finest viewpoints and set out to sea on a full day boat trip with an ex-fisherman, to take in the incredible marine life and scenery. End your tour back in Quito or Guayaquil, Ecuador's second city.
For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes
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Duration
5 daysStarts
QuitoEnds
QuitoRange
HandpickedTour Guide
Yes - for included sightseeingGroup Size
Min 2 / Max 16Minimum age
5 yrs, accompanied by an adultDeparts
TuesdaysHotel Rating
3-4 star hotelsCountries
Ecuador, GalapagosArrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
YesMeals included
Breakfast: 4, Lunch: 2Excellent
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277 reviews
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Accommodation Standard
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Welcome to Quito, Ecuador's capital city. On arrival, there is an included transfer to the hotel. You can spend the evening exploring at leisure, before our Galapagos adventure begins tomorrow.
Tour Style: This tour is made up of a selection of excursions and activities, with transportation and a choice of standard or superior accommodation. You will have different bi-lingual (English & Spanish speaking) local guides for each excursion. Some excursions are on a shared basis, meaning you will be joined by travellers from outside of the group and the group size may exceed 16. Please note: Internal flights are not included in the cost of the tour but we can book these for you on request.
Quito - Baltra (Galapagos) - Santa Cruz. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Baltra, gateway to the Galapagos. Note that your flight to Baltra is not included. We can assist with booking your flights to and from the Galapagos. See the Trip Notes for recommended flight information
From Baltra, we take the ferry to Santa Cruz. We then spend the rest of today exploring the Highlands on a guided tour. You will visit shelters for the endemic giant tortoises, see lava tunnels and other geological formations. We also have a great chance to spot some of Darwin's famous finches. After a day of wonderful wildlife, we transfer to our hotel in Puerto Ayora.
Today we enjoy a half-day exploration of Puerto Ayora's bay. We pay a visit to the huge sea lion colony on La Loberia Island and enjoy snorkelling amongst sea turtles and colourful fish, as well as the curious sea lions.
Next we embark on a hike to the Tunel del Amor (Lover's Tunnel). From this viewpoint we may be able to see white tip reef sharks prowling in the shallow waters. We then head to Punta Estrada, a good spot for catching sight of the Galapagos Island's famous marine iguanas.
Please note: If you prefer, a full day tour is available today, for an additional fee. You will visit Cerro Meza and enjoy kayaking at Garrapatero instead.
Today we embark on a full-day boat excursion with a former fisherman, his friendly crew, and an expert naturalist guide to explore the waters surrounding one of the Galapagos' more remote islands. There will be plenty of swimming and snorkelling opportunities along the way. After our full day taking in the wonderful wildlife and beautiful scenery of the region, we return to our hotel in Puerto Ayora.
Santa Cruz - Baltra - Quito. After breakfast at the hotel, you will transfer back to the airport on Baltra and return to Quito, or Guayaquil, where our tour ends. Note that the flight back to Quito or Guayaquil is not included. See the Trip Notes for recommended flight information. We can assist with booking this flight.
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Accommodation Standard
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If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.
Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.
Quito Pre Tour Accommodation
Double
Twin
Single
Quito Post Tour Accommodation
Double
Twin
Single
Quito Pre Tour Accommodation (Superior)
Double
Twin
Single
Quito Post Tour Accommodation (Superior)
Double
Twin
Single
Quayaquil Post Tour Accommodation
Double
Twin
Single
Quayaquil Post Tour Accommodation (Superior)
Double
Twin
Single
Enhance your tour with these optional extras, helping you to get the most from your adventure.
Add on: Cerro Meza visit & Kayak at Garrapatero (sharing excursion)
Enjoy a full day visit to the Cerro Meza reserve then kayak on the crystal blue waters at Garrapatero beach.
€375
per passengerQuito Airport Arrival Transfer
€85
per passengerQuito Airport Departure Transfer
€85
per passengerGuayaquil Airport Departure Transfer
€35
per passengerGuayaquil Airport Arrival Transfer
€75
per passengerAccommodation Standard
Standard
If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.
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All dates are guaranteed to operate when there are 2 persons booked on the tour. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Please note: Internal flights are not included in the cost of this tour. We can book these for you on request.
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