Overview
These tours focus in and start at San Cristobal Island – Puerto Baquerizo Moreno Airport. Explore Galapagos in a hotel-based trip with full-day excursions in San Cristobal & Santa Cruz, two of the most iconic islands in the Galapagos. Choose the category of hotel The cost of the tour comprises accommodation, breakfast and lunch, guided excursions, and snorkel equipment (as set in the itinerary).
Get you a close-up to wildlife exploring important landmarks in San Cristobal such as Kicker Rock and Cerro Tijeretas.
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What's included
5 nights accommodatio in selected class hotels in Galápagos
Snorkel equipment as specified by the itinerary
Transfer Puerto Baquerizo to Puerto Ayora by public speedboat
Transfer-in from San Cristobal Airport (by truck or by bus depending on group size)
Excursions and visits during the program as per itinerary
Lunch
Breakfast
Transfer-out to Baltra Airport (Day 6)
All land and sea transportation within the Galapagos during the program
Meals: breakfast and lunch (Box Lunch on day 2)
Bilingual naturalist guides for each island and activities
Air Tickets to/from Galapagos
Dinners
Galapagos National Park Entry Fee – USD$100
Migratory Control Card – USD$20
Water taxi from dock – speedboat – USD$1 per person/per ride
Soft-drinks and alcoholic beverages
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• Emergency ONLY phone number (local): (593) 992747880
• Service Voucher
• Galapagos Land Tour starting in San Cristobal Island including Santa Cruz Island
Service days: 6 days / 5 nights
Room: Double Room
NOTE: If possible, book an early flight of arrival to San Cristobal Airport (SCY) in order to follow the order of the displayed itinerary. Make sure you also pick a late flight for your return on the last day of the tour (departing later than 12:30 pm).
NOTE: Itinerary subject to change without previous notice due to seasonal changes, last minute weather conditions and adjustments of Galapagos National Park Policies or timing with the Travelers flights - no refunds will be applicable in these cases.
NOTE (IMPORTANT):
The following info from each traveler is a compulsory requirement in order to be included in the supplier’s insurance. Please provide this information as soon as possible (before travel date).
Names (as they appear on the passport):
Passport Number:
Date of Birth:
Emergency Phone Number:
* If travelers fail to provide this information two days prior to date of travel, the health insurance cannot NOT be applied.
NOTE (travel insurance age restriction): Travel insurance for this tour is applicable to travelers up to 69 years old ONLY. We encourage travelers of more the 69 years to hire private travel insurance, as unfortunately, they will not be covered with ours.
All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.
What to expect
Day 1 San Cristobal Island (L)
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Malecon San Cristobal
Arrive in Santa Cristobal Island Airport. Pick-up and visit the Interpretation Center with a guided explanation. Snorkel and Hike in Frigate Hill and Playa Carola – get some time to relax at the beach.
Day 2 San Cristobal Island: Kicker Rock (B-L)
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Malecon San Cristobal
Take a 1-hour navigation in a small speed boat towards iconic Kicker Rock (Leon Dormido). The excursion consists of two snorkel immersions, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Snorkel next to sea lions and sharks in one of the most bio diverse sites in Galapagos. Afterwards, we will make our way towards a deserted beach to observe wildlife and relax. We will head back to the boat and return to San Cristobal. Return time to Puerto Baquerizo is scheduled around 4pm.
Day 3 San Cristobal Island: Highlands / La Lobería (B-L)
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Malecon San Cristobal
In the morning, hike in the Highlands and visit various viewpoints while getting close encounters with Galapagos wildlife. On your way back, visit El Progreso and learn and taste a bit of the famous Galapagos coffee. In the afternoon, visit La Lobería and catch a sight of playful sea lions, wild iguanas, lava lizards, yellow warblers and frigates. Snorkel and swim alongside Galapagos turtles.
Day 4 Santa Cruz Island: Giant Tortoise (B, L)
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Santa Cruz Island
Transfer from San Cristobal to Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz Is). Visit the Highlands of Santa Cruz and meet the Galapagos Giant Tortoise and various species of Galapagos birds. In the afternoon Visit the Charles Darwin Station to meet various species of Giant Tortoise and the colorful Galapagos land iguanas
Day 5 Santa Cruz Island – Free (B)
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Santa Cruz Island
In your last day you will get a FREE DAY to explore Puerto Ayora in you own. You can spend a day at the white‐sand beach at Tortuga Bay go for a day‐tour or simply relax in the town. Or
ask for our navigable Galapagos day trips with extra cost.
Day 6 Santa Cruz Island: Transfer out (B)
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Santa Cruz Island
On the final day we recommend waking up early to have enough time to get ready for the transfer‐out from Puerto Ayora to Baltra where you will catch your return flight to either Quito or Guayaquil
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Pacific/Galapagos).
Additional Information
- It is recommended that you take a seasickness pill if you are sensitive to sea-sickness before each ride between islands. It is also recommended that you carry on small plastic bags in case of seasickness.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 13 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about 6 Days Galapagos Land Tour starting in San Cristobal Island including Santa Cruz
Can I cancel 6 Days Galapagos Land Tour starting in San Cristobal Island including Santa Cruz for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- 5 nights accommodatio in selected class hotels in Galápagos
- Snorkel equipment as specified by the itinerary
- Transfer Puerto Baquerizo to Puerto Ayora by public speedboat
- Transfer-in from San Cristobal Airport (by truck or by bus depending on group size)
- Excursions and visits during the program as per itinerary
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Transfer-out to Baltra Airport (Day 6)
What's not included?
- Air Tickets to/from Galapagos
- Dinners
- Galapagos National Park Entry Fee – USD$100
- Migratory Control Card – USD$20
- Water taxi from dock – speedboat – USD$1 per person/per ride
- Soft-drinks and alcoholic beverages
Which places does it visit?
It visits Malecon San Cristobal, Santa Cruz Island.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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