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Galápagos Island Hopping Land-Only
7 days, Puerto Ayora to Puerto Ayora
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Looking for more than a cruise to the islands? A week of touring the less-explored parts of the Galápagos Islands is the answer. We’ll start in Santa Cruz, then head to Floreana to stay on a part of the island that sees less visitors than the rest. From there it’s on to Isabela for a few days of hiking, snorkelling, and visiting the island’s main highlights. Top that off with a hike up Sierra Negra Volcano – the second-largest volcanic crater in the world – along with the Galápagos’ typical array of exotic wildlife and prepare to be amazed.
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Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Puerto Ayora to Puerto Ayora
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Trip Code: SEIG
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Itinerary
Day 1Puerto Ayora
Arrive in Baltra and make your way to the hotel in Santa Cruz. Later, visit the Charles Darwin Research Station for an introduction to some of the unique wildlife and history of the area before an evening welcome meeting to become acquainted with the group.
Day 2Puerto Ayora/Floreana Island
In the morning, walk to "Las Grietas" located across Academy Bay, walk through a rugged cactus forest on the way to this stunning lagoon. In the afternoon, hop on a speedboat to nearby Floreana Island. Stay in the G Adventures-supported community guesthouses and eat meals in the community restaurants and help to support community tourism on the island.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Your G for Good Moment Floreana Community Restaurants| Your G for Good Moment Floreana Community GuesthouseMeals included:
Breakfast | DinnerDay 3Floreana Island
Walk along the black-sand beach until Loberia, and enjoy beach snorkelling or swimming. Head up to the seldom-visited highlands of Floreana. Enjoy guided walks to observe birds and other wildlife and learn about the area's natural history.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Your G for Good Moment Floreana Community Restaurants| Your G for Good Moment Floreana Community GuesthouseMeals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 4Floreana Island/Isabela Island
Travel to Isabela Island. Hike up the active Sierra Negra Volcano and walk around the rim of the largest volcanic crater in the archipelago.
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BreakfastDay 5Isabela Island
Enjoy free time in the morning, opt to take a wildlife boat excursion to 'Islote Tintoreras' to view breeding white-tip reef sharks, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, rays, and penguins. Later, visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre.
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BreakfastDay 6Isabela Island/Puerto Ayora
Travel by speedboat back to Santa Cruz Island. Later, enjoy a walk to Tortuga Bay, opt for a kayak, surf lessons or swim in the turquoise water.
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BreakfastDay 7Puerto Ayora
Depart at any time.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Floreana Community Restaurants, Floreana Island
- Your G for Good Moment: Floreana Community Guesthouse, Floreana Island
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Visit to Las Grietas (Santa Cruz Island)
- Snorkelling at Loberia (Floreana Island)
- Flamingo Lagoon visit (Isabela Island)
- Sierra Negra volcano hike with lava fields visit (Isabela Island)
- Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre visit (Isabela Island)
- Tortuga Bay hike (Santa Cruz Island)
- Isabela Municipal Tax
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (4 nts), G Adventures-supported community guesthouse (2 nts).
Meals
6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Allow USD140-185 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private van, speedboat, walking.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer)/Naturalist Guide while in the Galápagos Islands (certified by the Galápagos National Park Authority).
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.