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San Cristóbal · Galapagos · Ecuador
7-Day Luxury Safari Tour of the Galapagos Islands
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The Experience
What your day looks like
On this Safari tour in the Galápagos Islands, you will discover the uniqueness of its endemic animal species. Explore the underwater world in Kicker Rock where you can find sharks, rays, and colorful fish. Walk among giant tortoises on Santa Cruz Highlands and go to one of the best snorkeling places in the world, Los Tuneles. Nature and wildlife will allow your friends and family to disconnect from the world for a moment and let you enjoy safely a once in a lifetime experience while keeping moderate social distancing. Explore the beauty of the Galápagos Islands with our 7-Day Safari tour.
Highlights
Why travelers choose this experience
- Explore the beauty of the Galapagos Islands
- Discover the uniqueness of its endemic animal species with our 7Day Luxury Safari tour
- Walk among giant tortoises on Santa Cruz Highlands
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
San Cristóbal
Welcome to this trip. Transfer In – San Cristobal: At the arrivals area of San Cristobal airport, your driver will be waiting to get you to your hotel located in the village of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. The drive will take about 5 minutes.
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Accommodation in Golden Bay or similar.
Day 2
San Cristóbal
Snorkeling. Kicker Rock: After breakfast, you go by boat to snorkel at Kicker Rock, one of the most spectacular landmarks in the Galapagos Islands. It is composed of two volcanic rocks of 140 meters tall, located off the coast of San Cristobal Island. Viewed from the south, the rocks look like a sleeping lion, which is why the Spanish name is ¨León Dormido¨ (sleeping lion). From the side, it looks like a boot, hence the English name: Kicker Rock. This tiny island is the favorite place for an array of marine birds and great underwater life. The natural erosion of this ancient cone has created a channel between the rocks that provides the ideal habitat to a variety of sharks and rays. In the afternoon, you go back to the hotel.
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Breakfast and lunch are included.
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Accommodation in Golden Bay or similar.
Day 3
San Cristóbal
Isabela Island – Kayak In Puerto Villamil: Early in the morning, you will be picked up at your hotel and dropped off at the airport of San Cristobal (about 5 minutes driving). You then will take a small airplane to Isabela Island. This flight will take about 45 minutes.
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Kayaking at Puerto Villamil Village . Puerto Villamil: After arriving, you will be picked up at the airport and brought to your hotel in Puerto Villamil. This drive takes about 7 minutes. After breakfast, the guide will accompany you for a kayak excursion in the bay of Puerto Villamil. You might see nice fish, penguins, and even sharks during this activity.
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Breakfast included.
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Accommodation in Scalesia Lodge or similar.
Day 4
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Snorkeling. Los Tuneles: After breakfast, your guide will take you to what is said to be one of the best snorkeling places in the world, Los Tuneles. The water is shallow, calm, and very clear- a sea sanctuary. Lava flows have produced unique geological formations: a series of arcs and tunnels underneath and above the water which make an ideal habitat for many local Galapagos Species. The entrance to the site is shallow and the waves can be strong, for this reason, the access can be complicated. You will have a snack on board and then return to Puerto Villamil.
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Breakfast and snacks included.
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Accommodation in Scalesia Lodge or similar.
Day 5
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Puerto Ayora – Santa Cruz Highlands: You will be picked up at your hotel and brought to Isabela airport for your flight to Baltra. This short flight will give you the chance to experience Galapagos from the air. The flight time is about 45 minutes. Upon arrival in Baltra Airport, you go by private transportation to the village of Puerto Ayora which will take about 45 minutes more.
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Sightseeing at Santa Cruz Island (Galapagos). Santa Cruz Island: Later in the day, you will visit the Highlands of Santa Cruz to make closer contact with the giant Galapagos tortoises in their natural habitat. You will find yourself surrounded by the endemic vegetation of the Galapagos. You will have lunch here.
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Breakfast and lunch are included.
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Accommodation in Galapagos Safari Camp or similar.
Day 6
San Cristóbal
Boating. Bartolome / Floreana / North Seymour: Today you will visit an uninhabited island by boat. It will either be Floreana, Bartolome, or North Seymour. You can tell us your preference and we try to get you to that island. Unfortunately due to availability, we cannot guarantee the island. You will navigate for about 30 min up to 2,5 hours to get to the island.
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Hiking. Hiking and snorkeling time: You will have a short hike to get to know the land species and afterwards, you will go snorkeling.
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Leisure at Charles Darwin Research Station. Leisure time: Around 4 PM you will be back in the village and you might have time to visit the Charles Darwin Station by yourself or you can be dropped off at your hotel.
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Breakfast and box lunch included.
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Accommodation in Galapagos Safari Camp or similar.
Day 7
San Cristóbal
Transfer Out To Baltra Airport: About 3 hours before the departure of your flight, you will start the journey back to Baltra Airport. You will need to take a car, a boat, and a bus, and after a little more than one hour, you will get to the airport. This is the end of your trip, we hope you enjoyed it.
Planning Details
Before you go
Included
All activities are mentioned in the itinerary Transportation on and between the Islands as described in the itinerary Snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel, fins, and life vest 24/7 assistance in English, Dutch, and Spanish
Not Included
Flights between mainland Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands Migratory Control Card / Ingala Transit Card cash only Isabela's dock cash only Water Taxi Entrance fee for the Galapagos National Park Optional tips for the guide
What to Bring
Comfortable clothing and footwear Camera and other items you may need Sunscrean, hat and spending money
Restrictions
Not recommended for people with back problems Not recommended for pregnant travelers Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Meeting & Pickup
Pick up at San Cristobal airport.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Automatic
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