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The Wonders of Santa Cruz Island

6 days

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Start and end in Baltra Island

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Operator: Authentic Ecuador
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
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
Ages 6+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Baltra to Santa Cruz Island
Start point
Baltra Island, Galápagos, Ecuador (Pick-up upon your arrival at Baltra airport)
Meals
Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (4-star hotel in Puerto Ayora)
Included Activities
- Visit giant tortoises in the highlands of Santa Cruz Island
- Explore lava tunnels
- Charles Darwin Research Station tour and wildlife viewing
Landmarks
Baltra Airport
Itabaca Channel
Santa Cruz Island Highlands
Charles Darwin Research Station
Puerto Ayora
Day 2
Island Excursion
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Warm lunch on board)
Accommodation
Hotel (4-star hotel in Puerto Ayora)
Included Activities
- Boat excursion to one of: Bartolomé Island, Seymour Norte Island, or Plazas Sur Island
- Wildlife viewing and island exploration
- Snorkeling at a nearby bay or beach
Landmarks
Bartolomé Island
Seymour Norte Island
Plazas Sur Island
Santa Fé Island
Day 3
Bellavista and Coffee Farm
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (4-star hotel in Puerto Ayora)
Included Activities
- Bellavista viewpoint visit and panoramic views
- Wild Galapagos giant tortoise spotting (if lucky)
- Local coffee farm tour
- Coffee tasting session
Landmarks
Bellavista Viewpoint
Santa Cruz Island Crater
Day 4
Snorkeling Excursion
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Freshly prepared lunch on board)
Accommodation
Hotel (4-star hotel in Puerto Ayora)
Included Activities
- Snorkeling tour to Pinzon Island
- Wildlife viewing including sea lions, colorful reef fish, and coral gardens
- Beach exploration and swimming
- Optional fishing experience with local fishermen
Optional Activities
- Fishing with local fishermen and fresh sashimi preparation
Landmarks
Pinzon Island
Las Palmas
Santa Fe Island
Playa Escondida
Day 5
Free Day
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (4-star hotel in Puerto Ayora)
Optional Activities
- Visit to Tortuga Bay (approximately 45 minutes from Puerto Ayora)
- Snorkeling at Las Grietas
- Day trip to one of the uninhabited islands in Santa Cruz surroundings
Landmarks
Tortuga Bay
Las Grietas
Day 6
Departure
End point
Baltra Island, Galápagos, Ecuador (Drop-off in Baltra airport on the last day)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Exploration of Puerto Ayora town
- Visit to fisherman's wharf
- Pier wildlife viewing (sea lions and Galapagos sharks)
Optional Activities
- Farmer's market visit (Saturdays)
- Café and restaurant visits
- Boutique shopping
Landmarks
Puerto Ayora
Fisherman's Wharf, Puerto Ayora
Itabaca Channel

Landmarks
Baltra Airport
Itabaca Channel
Santa Cruz Island Highlands
Charles Darwin Research Station
Puerto Ayora

Landmarks
Bartolomé Island
Seymour Norte Island
Plazas Sur Island
Santa Fé Island

Landmarks
Bellavista Viewpoint
Santa Cruz Island Crater

Landmarks
Pinzon Island
Las Palmas
Santa Fe Island
Playa Escondida

Landmarks
Tortuga Bay
Las Grietas

Landmarks
Puerto Ayora
Fisherman's Wharf, Puerto Ayora
Itabaca Channel

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Additional Services
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Insurance
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

4-star hotel in Puerto Ayora
Hotel
Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
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Authentic Ecuador

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Age Range

1 to 100 years old

Response time

6 hours

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Traveler Reviews

5.0

Overall rating based on 1 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
5.0
Food
5.0
Tour Operator
5.0

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Sharon
June 11th, 2025
5.0
Galapagos is an extraordinary place of natural beauty.. the landscape and wildlife are incredible. Unique for sure....
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Traveled in May 2025
Reply from: Authentic Ecuador
Dear Sharon, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the incredible landscapes and unique wildlife of the Galapagos Islands. Santa Cruz truly offers a wonderful balance of nature, culture, and hospitality - it's great to know you appreciated all it has to offer. And yes, the equatorial sun is definitely something to be mindful of! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to welcome you back to Ecuador soon. Warm regards, Linda & the Authentic Ecuador team
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Tour ID: 312360

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The Wonders of Santa Cruz Island

Itinerary

Baltra to Santa Cruz Island

Included Activities

Island Excursion

Included Activities

Bellavista and Coffee Farm

Included Activities

Snorkeling Excursion

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Free Day

Optional Activities

Departure

Included Activities

Optional Activities

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