ARRIVAL SAN CRISTOBAL AIRPORT – LOBERIA BEACH

FULL DAY (subject to availability): ESPAÑOLA ISLAND / KICKER ROCK / PUNTA PITT

San Cristobal - After Breakfast, based on availability, we can proceed with any of the following full-day tour options:

Option 1: Kicker Rock
Option 2: Punta Pitt
Option 3: Española Island

Kicker Rock - Located approximately an hour and a half northeast of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Kicker Rock, or Leon Dormido, is a striking landmark rising nearly 153 meters (500 feet) from the ocean. This remnant of a vertical tuff cone formation has been shaped by erosion, giving it its distinctive form. Some see it as a kicker or cleat, hence its name Kicker Rock. Others liken it to a sleeping sea lion, hence the Spanish name Leon Dormido.
While diving around Kicker Rock, we can encounter marine turtles, marine iguanas, rays, Galápagos sharks, tropical fish, and, if fortunate, hammerhead sharks. In addition to enjoying the underwater view, we often spot blue-footed boobies, masked boobies, and frigatebirds on the cliffs, as well as sea lions along the coastline.

Punta Pitt - Located on the eastern side of San Cristóbal Island and forming its northeastern point, Punta Pitt is a tuff formation serving as a nesting site for numerous seabirds. Due to its geographical location, Punta Pitt is one of the few places in the Galápagos Islands where you can find all three species of boobies and both species of frigatebirds.
Red-footed boobies nest in the bushes, blue-footed boobies in the interior, and Nazca boobies on the cliffs. There is no competition for food, allowing them to thrive without the need for survival competition.

TRANSFER SAN CRISTOBAL – SANTA CRUZ – HIGHLANDS + TWIN CRATERS

San Cristóbal - Early in the morning, we will travel to Santa Cruz Island, a journey that should take about 2 hours. Along the way, keep an eye out for wildlife, such as dolphins and whales.

Santa Cruz - Upon arrival at Santa Cruz Island, after breakfast, our guide will lead us to the highlands to observe the giant tortoises roaming in their natural habitat.

FULL DAY (subject to availability): BARTOLOME / SEYMOUR / PLAZAS

Puerto Ayora - After Breakfast, based on availability, we can proceed with any of the following full-day tour options:

Option 1: Bartolome Island
Option 2: Plazas
Option 3: Seymour Island

South Plaza Island - After breakfast, our transportation will pick us up from the hotel to head to the Itabaca Channel, where we will board the yacht. Upon arriving at Plazas, we are greeted by a colorful landscape: turquoise waters of the channel contrast with bright white sand and black lava coastline. Green algae cover rocks in some places, and nearby, intensely orange Sally Lightfoot crabs roam about. Just above, a carpet of succulent scarlet sesuvium stretches at the base of green prickly pear cactus, under whose shade iguanas patiently wait to feed on fallen fruit. The guide will take us to the best snorkeling spot, either at Plazas Island or Punta Carrión, where we will appreciate colonies of sea lions, a variety of fish, rays, and possibly white-tip reef sharks.

Seymour Island - Upon arrival, a small forest of silver-gray palo santo trees greets you near the landing site. The island teems with life—watch out for Galápagos sea lions and marine iguanas. Blue-footed boobies perform their mating dance along the trail. Further inland, discover the largest nesting site of magnificent frigatebirds. In the afternoon, visit Las Bachas, a beach with white coral sand, crucial for sea turtle nesting. Marine iguanas frequent the lagoon, and flamingos are often spotted along the coast. Return in the evening.

TRANSFER FROM SANTA CRUZ TO ISABELA ISLAND – TINTOREAS ISLET VISIT

Santa Cruz - Enjoy a box breakfast in the morning before heading to the passenger pier for a regular boat ride to Isabela Island. After approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, check in at the hotel.
Later in the afternoon, we will visit Tintoreras Islet, one of Isabela’s renowned spots. This small islet is named after the reef sharks, also known as white-tip sharks, often seen swimming alongside fish and sea lions in the channels during low tide. It’s just a 10-minute boat ride from the harbor to reach this islet, primarily composed of lava rocks.

Isabela Island - we will visit Tintoreras Islet, one of Isabela’s renowned spots. This small islet is named after the reef sharks, also known as white-tip sharks, often seen swimming alongside fish and sea lions in the channels during low tide. It’s just a 10-minute boat ride from the harbor to reach this islet, primarily composed of lava rocks

SIERRA NEGRA VOLCANO WITH VOLCAN CHICO

Sierra Negra - Begin the day with breakfast and then set out on an adventure to discover Sierra Negra Volcano, the world’s second largest and active volcano.

This tour includes hiking, and weather permitting, we’ll also explore Volcan Chico, where you can optionally bike or use ropes for a more immersive experience. Enjoy a boxed lunch amidst these volcanic landscapes before returning to the hotel in the afternoon.

TRANSFER FROM ISABELA ISLAND TO SANTA CRUZ VISIT CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH STATION

Isabela - Early in the morning, we’ll receive a boxed breakfast before heading to the passenger dock around 5:30 am. From there, we’ll board regular boats to Santa Cruz Island, a journey of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. Upon arrival, we will transfer to our assigned hotel.

Charles Darwin Research Station - Later, we’ll visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about conservation efforts aimed at preserving Galápagos’ unique ecosystems.

Free night for enjoy the Santa Cruz island

TRANSFER BALTRA AIRPORT

Galápagos Ecologic Airport - Early in the morning, our guide will pick you up from the hotel to take you to the airport by bus. Our guide will assist us until we board our return flight to the mainland.

If you wish to extend your stay in Galapagos, simply let us know. As direct tour operators on the islands and hotel owners, we can help coordinate everything according to your departure date from Santa Cruz to the airport.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Use of snorkeling equipment
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Bilingual Professional Guide/Driver

• International flights, airport taxes
• Gratuities