Optional

Snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel, fins and life vest.

Others

All activities as described in the itinerary. 24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish.

Transport

Airport pickup and drop off at Baltra Airport at your arrival/departure time. Bus Transportation on and between the Islands as described in the itinerary. Bus Transportation between Baltra Airport – Itabaca Channel.

Guide

Local naturalist guide (English & Spanish speaking).

Accommodation

Accommodation in a single, double or triple room x5 Nights.

Meals

Breakfast x5 Lunch x4 Snacks

Not included:

Others

Food & drinks that are not mentioned in the itinerary. Entrance fee for the Galapagos National Park: $ 100 p.p. (cash only). Migratory Control Card / Ingala Transit Card: $ 20 p.p. (cash only). Isabela dock fee: $ 10 p.p. (cash only). Water Taxi (small boat that takes you from the speedboat to the harbor and back). For rent: wetsuit (recommended between May – November). Optional tips for the guide.

Flights

Round trip flights between mainland Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.

Insurance

Personal travel & health insurance.

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Day 1 Day 1: Baltra – Santa Cruz Island – Isabela Island – Flamingo Lagoon
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Baltra – Santa Cruz Island – Isabela Island – Flamingo Lagoon

It is recommended to book flights with an early arrival time to Baltra Airport to make sure you can enjoy all of the activities of the tour.

Option 1: Itinerary for flights arriving at Baltra before 12:00 PM

Upon arrival to Baltra Airport you will be picked up by an English speaking guide and transferred to Puerto Ayora for lunch. After lunch you will take the speedboat to Isabela (approx. 2.5hrs). Upon arrival you will head to Flamingo Lagoon for a short visit, followed by a drop off at your hotel in Isabela.

Option 2: Itinerary for flights arriving at Baltra after 12:00 PM

If you flight arrives after 12:00 pm, you will stay in Santa Cruz on your first day. If you arrive before 2:00 pm you will receive lunch. The order for the tour will be changed, but rest assured that you will do all the activities included in the tour.

* Please note that the activity sequence depends on your flight schedule, transportation, and the availabilities of the different activities. If your flight to Baltra arrives after 12:00 pm on day 1, the sequence of your complete tour might change a bit, but you won’t miss any activities if you have an afternoon flight back to Ecuador on the last day.
Day 2 Day 2: Tintoreras And Wetlands
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Tintoreras And Wetlands

Your Wetlands tour starts early in the morning. First visiting the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center and then the Wall of Tears, a historic site. After this visit you will head to Tunel del Estero where you will experience a Lava Tunnel and take in glorious sites. Please keep in mind that the total length of the walk in The Wetlands area is approximately 3 to 4 hours. After lunch you will have a short break before your visit to Tintoreras Islet. Named for the white-tip sharks known as Tintoreras which rest at the bottom of the site. Transfer to Puerto Villamil for a trek on volcanic rocks where you can spot a variety of wildlife. Snorkeling and beach time after the trek.
Day 3 Day 3: Snorkeling In Los Tuneles
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Snorkeling In Los Tuneles

Early in the morning, you will go on a 30 to 40 minute boat ride from Puerto Villamil. Max group size is 10 pax. The unique lava formations and calm water make Los Tuneles the best site to snorkel in Isabela Island. You will get the chance to spot a wide array of sea birds, marine wildlife, penguins, and the ever playful sea lions. The activity takes about 6 hours. You can also choose to explore Concha Perla by yourself before or after snorkeling.
Day 4 Day 4: Charles Darwin Research Station – Bay Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Charles Darwin Research Station – Bay Tour

At 06:00 AM you will take the public speedboat to Santa Cruz Island where you will have breakfast. Then you will visit the renowned Charles Darwin Research Station. After lunch, you will go on a Bay Tour. With this tour you visit the highlights around Puerto Ayora by boat. Including; La Loberia, Punta Camaño Islet, two channel crossings, and finally Playa de Los Perros.
Day 5 Day 5: Santa Fe Island
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Santa Fe Island

After breakfast you will travel to Santa Fe Island. One of the oldest islands in the archipelago. The vegetation of the island is characteristic. Santa Fe is home to endemic species such as the Barrington Land Iguana. Upon arrival you will partake in a snorkeling activity. After snorkeling you will go to Santa Cruz island and have about an hour of beach time before lunch.

* This tour may include an activity called “Pesca Vivencial”. You might be able to experience a fishing demonstration according to weather and park regulations.

* Wet landing means that the boat gets close to the beach and from there you will disembark in the sea, it is recommended that you bring extra clothing, as you might get wet.
Day 6 Day 6: Transfer Out – Baltra
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Transfer Out – Baltra

After breakfast, you will travel to Baltra Airport with a Spanish speaking driver, where you will depart to Quito or Guayaquil.

6 days tour

6-Day Galapagos Island Hopping

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Itinerary of your trip 6-Day Galapagos Island Hopping

Day 1: Baltra – Santa Cruz Island – Isabela Island – Flamingo Lagoon

Day 2: Tintoreras And Wetlands

Day 3: Snorkeling In Los Tuneles

Day 4: Charles Darwin Research Station – Bay Tour

Day 5: Santa Fe Island

Day 6: Transfer Out – Baltra

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