This land based trip will give you the opportunity to enjoy the Galapagos Islands without breaking the budget. Your 4 days in this incredible destination will leave you with unforgettable memories as we enjoy encounters with such species as giant tortoises, marine iguanas and blue-footed boobies.
Galapagos
Santa Cruz Express Island Hopping
4 Days, Departs – Daily. From NZD $2,713pp.
Details
Overview
Itinerary Highlights
- A great land-based option to see the Galapagos Islands!
- Visit a Giant Tortoise Reserve and observe them in their natural habitat
- Get the opportunity to snorkel with amazing sea lions
- Encounter many species including the white tip shark, sea tortoises, marine iguanas, crabs, pelicans and other marine birds
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Arrive in Galapagos & Tour of Highlands & Charles Darwin Station (arrive before 10am).
- Day 2: Navigable tour of North Seymour Tour & Las Bachas
- Day 3: South Plazas Island Tour
- Day 4: Depart Galapagos
Tailor-made Suggestions
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- Tick the impressive Machu Picchu off your bucket list with our classic 9-day Inca Trail tour
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Day 1 - Galapagos Islands: Baltra Airport - Highlands & Charles Darwin Station - Hotel
Baltra Airport - Highlands & Charles Darwin Station - Hotel
Today you will fly to Galapagos and arrive before 10am. Arriving to Baltra we will take a shuttle thought out Santa Cruz Island where we will reach the highlands of the Islands with its green vegetation where we will stop to visit a Ranch, here we will be able to see Giant Turtles in their natural habitat, lunch at the ranch. After, we will head to the Charles Darwin Station. The center is a reservoir of information on habitats and local conservation, as well as other fascinating relevant statistics. The most striking attraction of this station is certainly the Tortoise Breeding Center, where it is possible to view tortoises of varied sizes and shapes. Travelers here can freely walk and get their photos clicked with the tortoises. Among other inhabitants at the center, you can see the land and marine iguanas and different species of birds.
After this visit we will head to Puerto Ayora to check-in to your hotel.
Lunch included.
Day 2 - Galapagos Islands: North Seymour Tour & Las Bachas
North Seymour Tour & Las Bachas
Today you will enjoy a navigable tour to North Seymour, a 1.9km2 island located north from Baltra. The main animal species found on this island are land iguanas, the Magnificent Frigate bird, blue-footed boobies and sea lions surfing across the waces. Enjoy lunch back on board your boat then head to Bachas where you will do some snorkelling, discovering different fish species and swimming with sea lions. Return to your hotel.
Breakfast and Lunch included.
Day 3 - Galapagos Islands: South Plazas Island Tour
South Plazas Island Tour
At around 8am you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Itabaca Channel where you will board your boat. After 1.5 hours of sailing you will arrive at South Plazas Island. This island is located to the east of Santa Cruz and is the partner of North Plaza. These are two islets separate by a small channel of turquoise water that contrast with the a red natural carpet (sesuvium) and cactus. When you arrive at the island, you will be greeted by Galapagos sea lionst. During the visit you´ll probably see a variety of sea birds fishing and flying really close to the cliff. You will also find two different kinds of iguanas, the land iguana with their yellow-brown colour eating cactus and the marine iguana having a sunbath. The second part of the tour will be spent at Carrión Point, where you can enjoy a unique experience snorkelling. You might see a white tip reef shark, different kinds of reef fishes and if you are lucky some marine turtles and sea lions.
Head back to the boat for lunch and sailing back to Santa Cruz.
Breakfast and Lunch included.
Day 4 - Galapagos Islands: Depart
Depart
After breakfast you are transferred back to Baltra airport for your flight black to mainland.
Breakfast included.
Departs - Daily
| Season | Type | From | Special Offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 | NZD$2713pp | ||
| Comfort | NZD$2713pp | Contact us | |
| Superior | NZD$3495pp | Contact us | |
| Deluxe | NZD$3787pp | Contact us |
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Comfort
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador - Hotel Fiesta
Superior
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador - Hotel Galapagos Suites
Deluxe
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador - Ikala Galapagos Hotel
Whats included?
- Accommodation
- Hotel taxes
- Transfers
- English-speaking guided tours
- Meals as specified
- Snorkelling mask and fins
What’s not included?
- International and internal airfares
- Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable
- Travel insurance
- Galapagos national park fee - US200 per person
- Transit control card - US$20 per person
- Gratuities
- Wetsuit
- Any items not mentioned as included
Notes
*Hotel rates are based on double/twin share lead-in rooms. Other room types and hotels are available. Rates are subject to change and different rates may apply during holiday seasons and special events.
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Our team negotiates the best rates for you and ensures you receive unbiased advice, with no preference for any particular supplier. In fact, where we secure higher commissions, we often pass the savings on to you, giving us a competitive price edge.
Additionally, we lock in exchange rates at the time of your deposit, ensuring no surprise costs when it’s time for final payment. You can rest easy knowing we’ll handle the details with our suppliers. The only exceptions are national park fee increases or fuel surcharges imposed after your booking, though these are rare.
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Destination: Galapagos
This once in a lifetime destination is a nature lovers dream. Watch the famous Galapagos tortoises and blue footed boobies in the morning and snorkel with sea lions in the afternoon, then relax on your cruise to the next destination tomorrow!
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