Overview
Discover the life of Galapagos Islands on an experience you will never forget! Explore the shores of t white sand beaches where sea lions hang in the sun, snorkel with hammerhead sharks in the waters of Kicker rock, swim in the waters with iguanas and more, learn about Charles Darwin and its theory of species in his research center, sail the waters of the pacific in a speedboat on your way to Isabella Islands, admire the pink flamingos in the salt lagoons, snorkel in the waters of Los Tuneles Cabo Rosa, a world top snorkeling destination, with great chances to see a huge variety of Galapagos endemic wildlife, and explore Tintoreras Islet, where the endemic white reef sharks live.
Swim with penguins, sharks and even the friendly sea lions! Explore the wetlands of Isabela, visiting the wall of tears, and more. Kayak in the waters of Puerto Villamil, keep your eyes open for the sea lions who tend to hop on your boat!. Be amazed by everything this paradise has to offer!
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- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
Accommodation: Tourist class hotels
Local guides (English and Spanish speaking), 24/7 support from our team.
Equipment: snorkeling masks and fin + kayaks, paddles and life vest durinng activities
Lunch
Transportation: Airport pick up and drop off, inter-island and land transportation for activities.
Breakfast
Travel Insurance
Galapagos entree costs: INGALA transit card (30 USD pp), Galapagos National Park Fee (100 USD pp).
Flights to and from Galapagos
10 USD Pier Fee at Puerto Villamil, 2 USD Pier Fee at Puerto Ayora.
Dinners
Optional tips for guides and staff.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
Day 1 San Cristobal airport - Playa Mann beach
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San Cristobal
6 hours
START your Galapagos adventure when arriving on San Cristobal Island.
RELAX on Playa mann beach, while spending an afternoon sunbathing or hanging out with sealions
Day 2 Kicker Rock Snorkeling
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Kicker Rock
6 hours Admission ticket included
GET ON your way to the famous Kicker Rock, one of the highlights of Galapagos. It is the remains of a volcanic cone eroded by the sea and shaped like a sleeping lion, and
SNORKEL with hundreds of endemic fishes and even hammerhead sharks.
Day 3 Sta Cruz - Bay Tour
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Santa Cruz
8 hours
HEAD by boat to Santa Cruz Island. This can be a bumpy ride!
SNORKEL in the waters of Las Grietas or Franklin Bay, while keeping your eyes open for sea lions, sea turtles, and golden rays in their natural environment.
WALK along Playa de los Perros, a secret beach known for their huge population of dog crabs
Day 4 Charles Darwin Research Station - Isabela - Flamingo Lagoon
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Santa Cruz
8 hours
FOLLOW Darwin’s footsteps by visiting his research center and learn about the evolution of species
HEAD by boat to Isabela. Careful this can be a bumpy ride!
SPOT flamingos on an afternoon visit to the salt lagoons
Day 5 Los Tuneles Cabo Rosa
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Los Tuneles
6 hours Admission ticket included
SNORKEL in one of the best snorkeling spots in the world: Los Túneles.
HOP on a boat and make your way to Los Túneles Cabo Rosa. Keep your eyes open during the ride as you might encounter dolphins or even killer whales, if you’re lucky!
SWIM close to penguins, sea lions, sea turtles and eagle rays. They are curious and friendly to approach!
BE AMAZED by dozens of white tipped reef sharks relaxing by the tunnels.
FREE time in the afternoon to explore the Island by yourself.
Day 6 Tintoreras - Wetlands
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Las Tintoreras
8 hours Admission ticket included
EXPLORE The Tintoreras Islet. The name of the islet comes from a channel that is filled of whitetip reef sharks and tiger sharks during high tide.
HIKE in the wetlands of Isabela. Here you will visit the wall of tears, which is a construction handmade by prisoners many years ago.
LEARN about the giant Galapagos tortoises and the efforts to keep the species alive.
Day 7 Kayak Puerto Villamil - Isabela Highlands
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Puerto Villamil
8 hours
KAYAK through the crystal clear waters of Las Tintoreras Islet to see the penguins, sea lions, marine iguanas, whitetip reef and tiger sharks.
BECOME FRIENDS with the friendly sea lions that tend to hop on the kayaks!
WALK through the natural lava tunnels formed thousands of years ago
SPOT the Galapagos Tortoises walking around in the nature!
Day 8 Santa Cruz - Twin Craters - Baltra
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Galapagos Islands
6 hours
HOP on a speedboat to Sta Cruz island.
STOP by the Twin Craters on your way to the airport.
SAY bye to Galapagos!
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Pacific/Galapagos).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about 8-day Galapagos on a Budget: 3 Islands Experience
Can I cancel 8-day Galapagos on a Budget: 3 Islands Experience for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Accommodation: Tourist class hotels
- Local guides (English and Spanish speaking), 24/7 support from our team.
- Equipment: snorkeling masks and fin + kayaks, paddles and life vest durinng activities
- Lunch
- Transportation: Airport pick up and drop off, inter-island and land transportation for activities.
- Breakfast
What's not included?
- Travel Insurance
- Galapagos entree costs: INGALA transit card (30 USD pp), Galapagos National Park Fee (100 USD pp).
- Flights to and from Galapagos
- 10 USD Pier Fee at Puerto Villamil, 2 USD Pier Fee at Puerto Ayora.
- Dinners
- Optional tips for guides and staff.
Which places does it visit?
It visits Kicker Rock, Santa Cruz, Los Tuneles, Las Tintoreras, Puerto Villamil, Galapagos Islands.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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