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Galapagos Islands Tours, Based in HotelsSanta Cruz Island-based Hotel Tours - 4-8 days |
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These Galapagos Islands tours allow you to stay in the same hotel every night and do day trips by yacht to nearby islands |
4 Day Basic
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Day 1: Puerto Ayora Arrival in Galapagos the GalapagosToday we arrive to Baltra Island, the gateway to the Galapagos. This tiny island was a military base during the Second World War and hosts the Islands’ principal airport. The airport was built using the most advanced environmental techniques to reduce emissions and energy use, some of which you’ll notice as you walk through the facility. This was the first ecological airport in the world.
With the bus, we go to to the Itabaca Channel where the transfer will be waiting to take us to a private giant tortoise reserve where we will have lunch and a short visit around to see the Giant Tortoise in the wild. Later transfer to Puerto Ayora. Day 2: Puerto Ayora Navigable Tour to neighbor islands (shared basis activity) Embark on a motor yacht and enjoy of a daily excursion with a welcoming crew members and knowledgeable naturalist guide, and experience the remote islands in comfort and style. Our daily excursions will take you to experience the Galapagos Islands in a safe and comfortable manner. We can visit North Seymour and Bachas, South Plazas, Santa Fe Island or Bartolome and Sullivan Bay. ** These excursions are subject to availability and change without prior notification Day 3: Puerto Ayora - Walk to Las Grietas From Puerto Ayora main pier we take a water taxi to the “Other Side Pier”. At this point we start an easy walk for about 1 Km (~0.6 mile) until we reach Las Grietas. This is a stunning geological formation named as fissure where we can see two impressive rock walls with an elongated crystal clear water pond ideal for snorkeling. Tortuga Bay After walking through a deciduous forest for 2.5 Km (~1.5 miles) we will reach one of the most beautiful beaches in the archipelago. We will continue walking along this white sand beach for another 1 Km (~0.6 mile) until we reach the Playa Mansa where we can enjoy a special kayaking ride around the Bay. Day 4: End of Itinerary - Visit to Los Gemelos craters Los Gemelos (the twins) on Santa Cruz Island are two large craters that were once underground magma chambers. When the magma chambers caved in they left two huge impressive looking craters. Transfer by land to Baltra for your onward journey or flight back home. Can also quote for stays on San Cristobal and Isabela Islands 
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2026 Price per person in US$:
Included: Accommodation, Meals as described above,Transfers & ground transportation, Boat excursions with snorkeling on a sharing basis, English-speaking naturalist guide, Activities and visits detailed in the itinerary
Not Included: Flights (all flights from mainland Ecuador to the Galapagos Islands can be arranged upon request), Galapagos National Park entrance fee (US $200 per adult/$100 per child under 12), tourist transit card (US $20 per person), Beverages, Laundry service, Insurance (prior to your journey please ensure your travel insurance is valid in your country of origin), Gratuities Tourist Class - Hotel Mainao - Welcome to the best relaxing place in Puerto Ayora, in a comfortable family environment. Making the most of its strategic location, the Mainao offers a comfortable stay, away from the downtown’s hustle and bustle. 19 rooms with Arabic-Moroccan construction, with peaceful gardens and patios, making it the ideal place for resting and relaxing. First Class - Angermeyer Waterfront Inn Experience the true spirit of the Galapagos Islands at Angermeyer Waterfront Inn, a first-class hotel built around the original cave home of Gus Angermeyer, one of the islands’ pioneering settlers. This unique heritage is woven into every corner of the inn, offering guests an authentic connection to the archipelago’s history. Perfectly located across the bay from Puerto Ayora, the inn enjoys an exclusive waterfront setting that ensures privacy, tranquility, and breathtaking views. Accessed only by water taxi, available 24 hours a day, it feels like a hidden sanctuary while remaining close to town for your daily explorations. Constructed from natural lava rocks and reclaimed driftwood, the hotel blends seamlessly with its surroundings, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes you feel part of the islands. Relax under the sun on the terrace, enjoy refreshing drinks at the cozy café, or dine on the waterfront deck while admiring stunning sunsets over Academy Bay. Deluxe class - The Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel is your safe and biosecure Galapagos exploration headquarters: a beachfront base from which to discover the wildlife of the islands aboard our private yacht, creating your own adventures on land and sea. The perfect complement to a Galapagos cruise, or a destination on its own, a stay at the Finch Bay allows you to feel the islands’ essence.In their restaurant, you’ll find fresh, local ingredients (many from their own vegetable garden) prepared using modern techniques, executed with flair, and accompanied by authentic, stellar service and an extensive wine and cocktail list. Nestled in a grove, their spa promises a fully-equipped center for relaxation, healthful care, and self-healing. |
