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Puerto Ayora · Galapagos · Ecuador
6-day Galapagos Island Hopping Budget
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The Experience
What your day looks like
This Galapagos Budget Tour is designed for travelers on a budget who want to see the highlights of the Galapagos Islands and enjoy plenty of activities. The 6 day Galapagos Island Hopping budget tour takes you to some of the best places of the Galapagos Islands; Los Tuneles, Santa Fe, the Charles Darwin station and Tintoreras. Everything is arranged; from transfer, tours up to the hotels and almost all activities are in groups with other travelers.
Highlights
Why travelers choose this experience
- Los Tuneles: Snorkel in the clear waters and swim with a lot of different animal species
- Wetlands and Tintoreras: Visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center, Wall of Tears & Tintoreras islet
- Charles Darwin Research Station: Known for its turtles, born from 3 inches to 4 feet long
- Bay Tour: You will visit the highlights around Puerto Ayora by boat
- Santa Fe: Explore one of the oldest uninhabited islands of the Galapagos
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
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Baltra - Santa Cruz Island - Isabela Island - Flamingo Lagoon: It is recommended to book flights with an early arrival time to Baltra airport to make sure you can enjoy all of the activities of the tour.
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Boating at Isabela Island (Galapagos). Option 1: Itinerary for flights arriving at Baltra before 12:00 PM Upon arrival to Baltra Airport you will be picked up by an English speaking guide and transferred to Puerto Ayora for lunch. After lunch you will take the speedboat to Isabela (approx. 2.5hrs). Upon arrival you will head to Flamingo Lagoon for a short visit, followed by a drop off at your hotel in Isabela. Lunch included. Accommodation in Hotel San Vicente or similar.
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Hiking at Santa Cruz Island (Galapagos). Option 2: Itinerary for flights arriving at Baltra after 12:00 PMIf you flight arrives after 11:00 am you will stay in Santa Cruz on your first day. If you arrive before 3:00 pm you will not receive lunch either. The order for the tour will be changed, but rest assured that you will do all the activities included in the tour. Lunch not included.
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Accommodation in Hotel Fernandina or similar.
Day 2
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Sightseeing at Giant Tortoise Breeding Center, Galapagos. Tintoreras And Wetlands: Your Wetlands tour starts early in the morning. First visiting the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center and then the Wall of Tears, a historic site.
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Sightseeing. After this visit you will head to Tunel del Estero where you will experience a Lava Tunnel and take in glorious sites.
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Sightseeing at Las Tintoreras Islet. After lunch you will have a short break before your visit to Tintoreras Islet. Named for the white-tip sharks known as Tintoreras which rest at the bottom of the site.
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Eco Tour. Transfer to Puerto Villamil for a trek on volcanic rocks where you can spot a variety of wildlife.
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Snorkeling. Snorkeling and beach time after the trek. Please keep in mind that the total length of the walk in The Wetlands area is approximately 3 to 4 hours.
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Breakfast and lunch included.
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Accommodation in Hotel San Vicente or similar.
Day 3
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Boating. Snorkeling In Los Tuneles: Early in the morning, you will go on a 30 to 40 minute boat ride from Puerto Villamil. Max group size is 10 pax.
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Snorkeling at Isabela Island (Galapagos). The unique lava formations and calm water make Los Tuneles the best site to snorkel in Isabela Island.
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Eco Tour. You will get the chance to spot a wide array of sea birds, marine wildlife, penguins, and the ever playful sea lions. The activity takes about 6 hours. You can also choose to explore Concha Perla by yourself before or after snorkeling.
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Breakfast and snack included.
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Accommodation in Hotel San Vicente or similar.
Day 4
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Sightseeing at Charles Darwin Research Station. Charles Darwin Research Station – Bay Tour At 06:00 Am You Will Take The Public Speedboat To Santa Cruz Island Where You’ll Have Breakfast. Then You’ll Visit The Renowned Charles Darwin Research Station. After Lunch, You Will Go On A Bay Tour.
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Boating. With This Tour You Visit The Highlights Around Puerto Ayora By Boat. Including; La Loberia, Punta Camaño Islet, Two Channel Crossings, And Finally Playa De Los Perros.
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Breakfast And Lunch Included.
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Accommodation In Hotel Fernandina Or Similar.
Day 5
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Sightseeing. Santa Fe Island: After breakfast you will travel to Santa Fe Island. One of the oldest islands in the archipelago. The vegetation of the island is characteristic. Santa Fe is home to endemic species such as the Barrington Land Iguana. Upon arrival you will partake in a snorkeling activity.
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Snorkeling. Upon arrival you will partake in a snorkeling activity.
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After snorkeling you will go to Santa Cruz island and have about an hour of beach time before lunch. Breakfast and box lunch included. *This tour is called 'Pesca Vivencial' which means that you might be able to experience a fishing demonstration according to weather and park regulations. *Wet landing means that the boat gets close to the beach and from there you will disembark in the sea, it is recommended that you bring extra clothing, as you might get wet.
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Accommodation in Hotel Fernandina or similar.
Day 6
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Transfer Out – Baltra: After breakfast, you will travel to Baltra Airport with a Spanish speaking driver, where you will depart to Quito or Guayaquil. Breakfast included. End of services.
Planning Details
Before you go
Included
Airport pickup and drop off at Baltra airport at your arrival/departure time Transportation between Baltra Airport – and Itabaca Channel on each way Transportation on and between the Islands as described in the itinerary Local naturalist guide (English & Spanish speaking) All activities as described in the itinerary Snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel, fins, and life vest 24/7 assistance in English, Dutch, and Spanish
Not Included
Round-trip flights from mainland Ecuador to the Galapagos Islands Food & drinks that are not mentioned in the itinerary Entrance fee for the Galapagos National Park: $ 100 p.p. (cash only) Migratory Control Card / Ingala Transit Card: $ 20 p.p. (cash only). Isabela dock fee: $ 10 p.p. (cash only) Water Taxi around $ 1 p.p. (small boat that takes you from the speedboat to the harbor and back) For rent: wetsuit (recommended between May – November): $ 5 p.p. per day (cash only) Personal travel & health insurance Optional tips for the guide
Restrictions
It is recommended to book flights with an early arrival time to the Galapagos Islands and a late departure time from the Galapagos Islands to make sure you can enjoy all of the activities of the tour. Late arrivals and/or early departures mean you might miss some activities. Try to only bring small baggage/bags since public transportation on the Galapagos Islands is quite small. Tap water on the Galapagos Islands might contain bacteria and should not be consumed, not even for brushing your teeth. Bottled or purified water is always recommended.
Meeting & Pickup
We will pick you up at Baltra airport.
Planning Notes
Minimum age: 2 Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Automatic
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