Galapagos
Visit the living laboratory of evolution
5 days / 4 nights
Galapagos is one of the Top 10 destinations in the world, and there are several reasons to affirm this: the incredible level of endemism found in Galapagos (species seen nowhere else in the world): about 30 % of the vegetation, more than 20% of the marine species, 97% of reptiles and land mammals, and 80 % of land birds (Galapagos Conservancy). Furthermore, the Enchanted Islands are a National Park inhabited by humans only 3%.
The Galapagos Islands are also famous because it was the inspiration of Charles Darwin and his renowned book “The Origins of Species”, a theory that changed the history of humankind.
We have specially designed this 5-day tour for those people looking for adventure and tranquility, contact us and make you dreams come true!
Destination
Included
Airline TicketsBilingual Naturalist GuideBreakfastNot Included
AcommodationDinnerLunchNothing that is not specified in the programPrivate TransportationTickets to tourist attractionsTipsTransfer InTransfer OutTravel Insurance
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DAY 1: TRANSFER IN – PLAYA MANN
- Arrival at the San Cristobal Island airport. Transfer to the hotel.
- The first day we will make an excursion to Playa Mann, which is a beautiful white sand beach formed by the fragmentation of shells, located 10 minutes from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno; its transparent waters allow the practice of snorkeling where you can see, among others animals, turtles, marine iguanas and dolphins. It is located 10 minutes from the port and has a beautiful landscape where you can admire colonies of sea lions, frigates and seagulls.
- Accommodation.
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DAY 2: CENTRO DE INTERPRETACIÓN – CERRO TIJERETAS – BAHÍA DARWIN - PLAYA LA LOBERÍA
- Early in the morning, we will visit the Interpretation Center that will take us through the history of the islands, analyzing their natural, human and conservation development.
- One of the most important rooms is natural history, where you can learn interesting facts about the archipelago's volcanic origin, its climate, its marine currents and the unique flora and fauna that inhabits the islands.
- The next visit will be to Cerro Tijeretas named after the frigates that nest here. There are three viewpoints from this place where you can take pictures of the famous Sleeping Lion Islet and a Statue of the English naturalist and biologist Charles Darwin. Then, we will go to Punta Carola that is occupied by a colony of sea lions, marine iguanas and a great variety of marine species.
- In the afternoon we will visit La Loberia Beach, named after the large colony of sea lions that rest on the sand and rocks. While this beautiful site is visited, you will able to see mangroves, palo santos, cotton plants and other flora.
- Accommodation.
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DAY 3: ISLA SANTA CRUZ – LAS GRIETAS
- We will travel towards the dock to take the boat that will transport us to Santa Cruz Island, a trip that will last approximately 2 hours.
- In the afternoon we will visit Las Grietas, located 3 kilometers from Puerto Ayora. They are part of a volcanic fracture that extends from Punta Estrada to Academia Bay, a beautiful mixture of seawater and rainwater. In this place you can see many fauna species, among them, mangrove swamps, lava cactus, giant ferns, scalesia species, giant bamboos and opuntia cactus, and also some beautiful animal species, like falcons, owls, petrels, pelicans, finches, as well as iguanas and sea turtles.
- Accommodation
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DAY 4: ESTACIÓN CIENTÍFICA CHARLES DARWIN – TORTUGA BAY
- In the morning we will visit the boardwalk of Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Scientific Station. In this place, you will have the opportunity to learn about the natural history of the islands, and its unique flora and fauna through the exhibitions and demonstrations perfectly elaborated by the personnel of the station. You can also find here a breeding center for giant tortoises and land iguanas.
- In the afternoon we are going to visit the beautiful Tortuga Bay beach located 45 minutes away from Puerto Ayora, named after the turtles that nest in this area. You can observe in this place sea lions, marine iguanas, pelicans, flamingos, gulls and other migratory birds. It is also an outstanding location for snorkeling, in these waters you can admire many species of multicolored fish, manta rays and even sharks.
- Accommodation
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DAY 5: CRÁTERES GEMELOS - TRANSFER OUT
- Early in the day we are going to visit the twin craters, located in the upper part of Santa Cruz. These craters are large depressions formed by lava (magma). The twins are surrounded by green forests and lush, dominated by the Scalesia trees, endemic to the Galapagos Islands. Finches also inhabit this place, as well as the beautiful witch bird. After this excursion, you will head off to the airport towards Baltra Airport, and then take a flight to the mainland.
- Arrival at Baltra airport to take the flight to the mainland.
Includes:
- Accommodation in double, triple rooms (supplement for a single room)
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) during the tour
- Transfers: Airport - Hotel - Airport
- Speed yacht transportation (public boat)
- Ground transportation
- Specific excursions according to the program (itinerary subject to change)
- Naturalist Guide
- Air ticket to / from Galapagos
- Entrance to the Galapagos National Park
- Migratory Transit control card
- Transfer from Itabaca Canal to the Airport or vice versa
- Drinks
- Tips
- What is not specified in the program