What are the options if I don't know diving/swimming? What does it mean by Discovery Diving?

Discovery Diving is basic diving (no PADI license needed) and is similar to snorkeling!

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Platinum Operator: Responsible Travel South America
Nature & Wildlife: Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
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Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 1 - 16
Ages 6+

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Day 1
Galápagos Arrival & Bay Exploration
Galápagos Arrival & Bay Exploration
Start point
Aeropuerto Seymour de Baltra (GPS), Baltra Airport Rd., Galápagos Islands, Galápagos 2001, Ecuador (Seymour Airport - Puerto Ayora Pick-up)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Standard Hotel in Puerto Ayora)
Included Activities
- Bay Tour by boat exploring Canal del Amor, Canal de los Tiburones, and Playa de los Perros
- Visit Las Grietas volcanic canyon with snorkeling and swimming
- Snorkeling at Las Grietas
Landmarks
Baltra Airport
Puerto Ayora
Canal del Amor
Canal de los Tiburones
Playa de los Perros
Las Grietas
Day 2
Santa Cruz Highlands & Darwin Research Station
Santa Cruz Highlands & Darwin Research Station
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Standard Hotel in Puerto Ayora)
Included Activities
- Walk among wild giant tortoises in their natural habitat in the highlands
- Visit Charles Darwin Research Station
- View giant tortoise breeding program
- Visit Lonesome George exhibit
Landmarks
Santa Cruz Highlands
Charles Darwin Research Station
Scalesia Forest
Day 3
Tortuga Bay
Tortuga Bay
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Standard Hotel in Puerto Ayora)
Included Activities
- 40-minute walk to Tortuga Bay along paved trail
- Explore Playa Brava white-sand beach with marine iguanas and pelicans
- Swim and snorkel at Playa Mansa sheltered lagoon
Optional Activities
- Kayak rental at Playa Mansa
Landmarks
Tortuga Bay
Playa Brava
Playa Mansa
Palo Santo Forest
Day 4
Puerto Ayora Local Culture & Craft Brewery
Puerto Ayora Local Culture & Craft Brewery
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Standard Hotel in Puerto Ayora)
Included Activities
- Craft brewery visit with beer tasting
Optional Activities
- Visit Puerto Ayora fish market
- Walk the malecón
- Browse local artisan shops
Landmarks
Puerto Ayora
Day 5
Departure from Galápagos
Departure from Galápagos
End point
Aeropuerto Seymour de Baltra (GPS), Baltra Airport Rd., Galápagos Islands, Galápagos 2001, Ecuador (Seymour Airport drop off)
Meals
Breakfast
Landmarks
Baltra Airport

Landmarks
Baltra Airport
Puerto Ayora
Canal del Amor
Canal de los Tiburones
Playa de los Perros
Las Grietas

Landmarks
Santa Cruz Highlands
Charles Darwin Research Station
Scalesia Forest

Landmarks
Tortuga Bay
Playa Brava
Playa Mansa
Palo Santo Forest

Landmarks
Puerto Ayora

Landmarks
Baltra Airport

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Where You'll Stay

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Standard Hotel in Puerto Ayora
Hotel 3*
Days 1, 2, 3, 4
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carolyn
June 13th, 2026
This was excellent from start to finish. Diego was an amazing organiser and excellent with help and communication. I...
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Samia
June 9th, 2026
Such an amazing tour. You dont get to br with one group from start to finish but will meet a different group each day...
Such an amazing tour. You dont get to br with one group from start to finish but will meet a different group each day and the same group in the Amazon. The quality of the hotels and tours was A+. Benjiman (tour coordinator) was communicating routinely to and always available to answer any questions. Everything was very well organized from pick ups to drop offs. This was an amazing experience and i look forward to booking more tours with this company. Highly recommend!Show more
Catherine
June 28th, 2026
The 5 day tour was excellent from airport pick up to drop off, both the guides and the drivers were helpful,...
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Asked on March 14th, 2023
What are the options if I don't know diving/swimming? What does it mean by Discovery Diving?
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- Responsible Travel South AmericaOperator•Written March 2023
  Discovery Diving is basic diving (no PADI license needed) and is similar to snorkeling!

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US $950 per person

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5 Days Galápagos Santa Cruz | Daily Wildlife Tours

Itinerary

Galápagos Arrival & Bay Exploration

Included Activities

Santa Cruz Highlands & Darwin Research Station

Included Activities

Tortuga Bay

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Puerto Ayora Local Culture & Craft Brewery

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Departure from Galápagos

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