Day 1: Arrive to Galapagos - Galapagos: Baltra Island & Tortuga Bay

We will take an excursion to one of the most beautiful beaches in Galapagos, Tortuga Bay, by taking a short 30 minute walk (2.5 km) west from Puerto Ayora on a marked path. As you walk along this path, the route is great for bird watching; making it easy to spot several species such as lava lizard and some of Darwin finches. The sunsets here are excellent. The “White Sand Beach” is considered by many, the nicest of the archipelago. Its name comes from the sea turtles that go there to lay their eggs.

Depending on the time of the year, other species can be found; including pelicans, flamingos and marine iguanas. Return to the Hotel. Overnight.

Day 2: Sail Tour to Bartolome Island

Your day starts with a transfer to Itabaca Channel to take the yacht, which will take you to Bartolomé Island. Breakfast will be served on board, while sailing, after 2.5 hours sail you will reach the island.

Bartolomé Island has the most colorful landscapes throughout the archipelago. The main attraction of this island is known as Pinnacle Rock. This is a huge formation of black lava that has eroded over time but different parts of the island have different origins. This is the perfect place to observe the Galapagos penguins swimming in tropical waters; which it is the only of its kind that inhabits the equator.

In the afternoon, you will have 45 minutes for snorkeling at Sullivan Bay, located very close to Bartolome Island. Early in the afternoon you sail back to Puerto Ayora, and overnight.

Day 3: Puerto Ayora - Isabela Island: Tintoreras

The guide picks you up at 6h00 and takes you to the Pier of Santa Cruz Island. At 07h00 your speed boat leaves from the main dock from Puerto Ayora, and after a 2 hours sail you reach Islabela Island.

Once you arrive, the guide takes you to your hotel. After lunch, we will sail to “Tintoreras Islet” a large crevice with very clear, calm water in which white-tip sharks (“tintoreras”) rest daily on the bottom. We can also see penguins, sea lions, marine iguanas and snorkel with sharks and colorful tropical fishes while enjoying the beaches of Isabela.

Day 4: Isabela Island: Lava Tunnels

Today you will explore the Lava Tunnels, you will reach this spot after an approximately 30 to 40 minutes sail. At this place, the lava flow impacted with the oceans waves to form the stunning tubes and bridges of “Los Tuneles”.

This marine sanctuary is one of the most spectacular places for snorkeling in Isabela as the water is shallow, clear and calm, and its unique geologic formations.

The lava flows have formed arches and tunnels both under and above water, where you find animal species that have taken up residence in these magnificent formations. After Lunch free day to enjoy the beach.

Day 5: Isabela - Ferry - Puerto Ayora - Highlands of Santa Cruz

At 06h00 leaves the speed boat from Puerto Velasco Ibarra to Puerto Ayora. After a 2 hours sail, you arrive at Santa Cruz Island and you continue to your hotel. Breakfast. After Lunch, we will take an excursion to the highlands of Santa Cruz Island.

The Scenery will continuously change as we ascend through all seven vegetation zones of the Galapagos. We will be able to view the giant tortoises at a farm in the highlands. Then we will visit The Twins (Los Gemelos), a pair of large pit craters or sinkholes where we find the bright red male vermilion flycatcher and to "The Tunnels", the largest lava tunnels found in Galapagos.

Day 6: Sail Tour to Seymour Island

Pick up and transfer to Itabaca Channel to start with 1 hour sail to reach Seymour Island. North Seymour Island is a spectacular place to hike, and enjoy the scenery. On this island you can find unique plants and animals sitting on the edges of the cliffs and in their nests.

On the other side of the island, and while the waves crash against the rocks, you can appreciate also the mischievous sea lions playing and surfing in the sea. We will take a trail that takes us through some of the largest colonies of sea birds of the Galapagos Islands.

After lunch, you can snorkel, swim or take a sunbath for around 45 minutes on las Bachas Beach or Mosquera Islet.(This visit depends on the sail day). Overnight.

Day 7: Sail Tour to Plazas Island

Today´s guide transfers you to the Itabaca Channel, to take you on board the yacht to reach Plazas Island. South Plaza is one of the smallest Islands; it is only 130m wide, formed from volcanic magma, giving it a unique quality within their species.

The route takes you to the highest part of the island (1h45 hike) towards the ravines, allowing you to observe the ocean to the South, where swallow-tailed gulls nest, blue-footed and masked boobies, and other tropical birds follow the wind currents. The place is a great point to observe the marine.

In the afternoon you would have the opportunity to swim and snorkel for 45 minutes at Punta Carrion, located in the northern part of Santa Cruz Island.

Day 8: Puerto Ayora - Baltra Island - End of Tour / Flight to Mainland

After breakfast you will be picked up from your hotel and your driver takes you to Baltra airport, where you will take your flight back to the mainland.

If you had an extension to your tour, you will receive the details of your continuing itinerary from your guide.

Shared Rooms (Best Rate)

Accommodation 8 Day Package Single Sup

First Class US $ 2,515 + US $ 1,045

Superior US $ 1,889 + US $ 379

Standard US $ 1,759 + US $ 75

Economic US $ 1,605 + US $ 75

(*) Single supplement: Special recharge for guests that belong to a group but prefer a dedicated room during their travels. Prices may change without notice. Early booking is advised.

Solo Travelers:

Accommodation 8 Day Package

First Class US $ 3,775

Superior US $ 2,479

Standard US $ 2,007

Economic US $ 1,875

(*) Solo Traveler: These prices are for the guests that are traveling independently. Prices may change without notice.

Includes:

All transfers in Galapagos

Accommodation in Puerto Ayora

Meals (Breakfast, lunch)

Tour of Tortuga Bay and Charles Darwin Station

1 Sail to Bartolome Is. (5, 6, 7, 8 day packages)

1 Sail to Seymour Is. (7, 8 day packages)

1 Sail to Plazas Is & Garrapatero (7, 8 day packages)

Transfer to Puerto Ayora – Puerto Villamil

Accommodation in Isabela Island.

Snorkeling gear

Tour to Tintoreras and Lava Tunnels

Does not include:

Round trip airfare to Galapagos

Galapagos National Park fee US $ 100.00pp (To be paid in cash in Galapagos)

Ingala Immigration card of US $ 20.00pp (To be paid in cash in the airport in Quito or Guayaquil)

Isabela Dock Tax of US $10.00

Water Taxi of US $1.00

Dinner and meals not mentioned on Itinerary

Tips

Alcoholic beverages

Special service not described above