GALAPAGOS: Island Hopping 2026, soggiorno in 3 isole - SAN CRISTOBAL, SANTA CRUZ & ISABELA - 8 giorni/7 notti
Tour e Crociere8 Giorni
San Cristobal (Galapagos), Ecuador
San Cristobal (Galapagos)›Santa Cruz (Indefatigable)›Isabela (Albemarle)›Baltra (Galapagos)
Servizi
Esperienze
avvistamento animali
ecoturismo
natura
paesaggi
Starts from
8 days / 7 nights - from San Cristobal to Baltra.
Characteristics
Collective tour with local guides. Bilingual Spanish / English. Daily departures. Guaranteed shared tours with a minimum of 2 participants.
Important notes
At the time of booking it is compulsory to provide full passport details and any dietary restrictions/allergies of the participants in the trip.
Transfers from one island to another are made by public speedboat and take 2h30/3h00 (depending on sea conditions). From April to October the sea is often very rough and transfers from one island to another may be uncomfortable. If you think you may suffer from seasickness, take the necessary precautions or choose a programme with overnight stays on the island of Santa Cruz only. The vessels used for transport between the islands cannot come too close to the harbour; clients will therefore be transferred by public water taxi between the pier and the speedboat, and vice versa. The price to be paid locally is Usd 1.00 per person for each embarkation/disembarkation.
Boat excursions are subject to the availability of the vessels and to National Park regulations governing day tours. They are operated with small boats, always shared with other passengers of various nationalities. The boats used for day tours have a capacity of between 10 and 20 passengers. The excursions are guaranteed; however, sites and/or islands other than those mentioned may be visited.
At the time of booking, a deposit of 50% is required to confirm the services. The balance is due 70 days before the arrival date.
The programme is subject to change without notice by decision of the National Park Authority or because of weather conditions or safety reasons. Dry landing: passengers disembark from the dinghy onto rocks or small jetties. Wet landing: from the dinghy passengers disembark directly into the water (knee-deep) to wade ashore.
Prices for services during national and international holidays, trade fairs and special events are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. For these periods, non-refundable advance payments may be required.
Travellers who have been in Colombia, Peru, Bolivia or Brazil for more than ten days must present a yellow fever vaccination card on entry into Ecuador. The vaccination must have been given at least 10 days before entry. This applies only to travellers under 60 years of age.
Meals
Legend: B breakfast, L lunch, D dinner.
Cancellation policies
BY WAY OF DEROGATION FROM THE GENERAL CONTRACT: In the event of cancellation the following charges will be applied: up to 71 days before departure 30%; from 70 to 31 days before departure: 50%; from 30 days up to the day of arrival: 100% of the amount.
Itinerary
Giorno 1 — San Cristobal (Galapagos)
I arrive at the airport of San Cristobal. San Cristóbal Island is one of the main islands of the Galápagos Archipelago, located in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Ecuador. It is the fifth-largest island in the archipelago and is home to the main town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, which is the capital of the Galápagos Province. The island is characterized by rich biodiversity, with a wide range of endemic flora and fauna and unique species, including giant tortoises, sea lions, marine iguanas, and many bird species. Among the island’s main attractions are the Interpretation Center, which provides detailed information about the geology, history, and biology of the Galápagos, and the Galápagos National Park Interpretation Center, where visitors can learn more about the conservation and protection of the archipelago’s fragile ecosystem. San Cristóbal is also an excellent starting point for outdoor activities, including snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, hiking, and wildlife watching. Welcome upon arrival and transfer to the hotel. Short stop at Tijeretas. Lunch and dinner free. Hotel accommodation.
Giorno 2 — San Cristobal (Galapagos)
Breakfast. Excursion in barca collettiva a Kicker Rock o “León Dormido”. Lunch on board. Return to the hotel. Dinner free. Hotel accommodation.
Traghetto
Giorno 3 — San Cristobal (Galapagos) → Santa Cruz (Indefatigable)
Breakfast. Transfer to the port. Ferry to Santa Cruz. Arrival at Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz is located in the middle of the archipelago and is the second largest island. It was colonized in 1920. After Isabela Island, Santa Cruz is home to the second largest population of giant tortoises (around 3000). The island is characterized by beautiful beaches and bays with sea lions, marine turtles, and seabirds. Inland, off the beaten path, you can explore its remote highlands and lush landscapes. In the afternoon visit to Giant Tortoise Reserve e dell'isola. Lunch included. Return to the hotel. Dinner free. Hotel accommodation.
Giorno 4 — Santa Cruz (Indefatigable)
Breakfast. Departure for the boat excursion to one of the islands listed below, subject to availability (it will be advised at the time of confirmation). Each of the islands has its own significant beauty to offer and, whichever one you visit, you will certainly enjoy your stay. The sailing is pleasant and during the crossings you can relax in the sun and enjoy the peace. Snorkelling is included during the sailings. The excursion is shared with international travellers and accompanied by a Spanish/English-speaking guide. IMPORTANT: The boat tours depend on the number of passengers, on weather conditions and on National Park regulations. During the boat tours one of the islands named will be visited; in certain circumstances other places may be offered to visitors. The decision as to which island will be visited is taken by the National Park administration and cannot be influenced by the passenger. Possible excursions:.
BARTOLOME AM dry landing – PM wet landing. A tiny island of barely 1.2 km2, it offers the visitor one of the most spectacular views in the Archipelago. Bartolome lies close to the western coast of James, on the other side of Sullivan Bay. It is famous for its Pinnacle Rock, which is Bartolome's signature feature. The climb to the 114 m high summit is demanding but worth it. During the ascent you will come across various formations of volcanic origin including spatter and tuff cones, lava flows and lava tubes. Once at the top, there is a spectacular view over the surroundings. Bartolome is also a must for the visitor interested in geology. Penguins are common in the bay area.
PLAZA Dry landing. Transfer to the Itabaca Channel jetty and boarding for Plaza. It is a small island, situated to the east of Santa Cruz, with an area of 0.13 km² and a maximum altitude of 23 metres. Covered with a mantle of red vegetation, it is the habitat of sea lions, land iguanas and swallow-tailed gulls. On one side the islet looks out over a channel, where the sea is calm, while on the opposite side the scene changes completely: the ocean crashes with all its force against a high cliff.
SEYMOUR Dry landing. Transfer to the Itabaca Channel jetty and boarding for North Seymour, a small island near Baltra. The island is covered by shrub vegetation, with an area of 1.9 km² and a maximum altitude of 28 metres. It is home to colonies of blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds and swallow-tailed gulls.
Packed lunch. Dinner free. Hotel accommodation.
Traghetto
Giorno 5 — Santa Cruz (Indefatigable) → Isabela (Albemarle)
Breakfast. Transfer to the port. Ferry to Isabela. Arrival at Isabela. Isabela is the largest island in the Galapagos archipelago and the one with the most volcanic activity. It is for this reason that the landscape that characterizes it is formed by dark-colored rocks, in contrast to the crystal-clear waters that bathe its beaches. In the afternoon visit to Las Tintoreras. Lunch and dinner free. Hotel accommodation.
Giorno 6 — Isabela (Albemarle)
Breakfast. Full day tour of Vulcano Sierra Negra. Packed lunch. Dinner free. Hotel accommodation.
Traghetto
Giorno 7 — Isabela (Albemarle) → Santa Cruz (Indefatigable)
Breakfast. In the morning visit to Pozo de los Flamingos e Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre. Free lunch. Transfer to the port. Ferry to Santa Cruz. I arrive and transfer to the hotel. Dinner free. Hotel accommodation.
Auto
Giorno 8 — Santa Cruz (Indefatigable) → Baltra (Galapagos)
Breakfast. Airport transfer.
Price includes
Shared transfers to/from Baltra or San Cristobal airport (according to the itinerary)
Accommodation at the scheduled hotel (or similar)
Entrances, visits and excursions as per the itinerary
Meals: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 0 dinners
Price does not include
Ingala tax (CGG Migration Control Card) USD 20 per person
Galapagos National Park entrance fee (USD 200.00 per person), subject to change without notice, payable in cash on arrival in the Galapagos
Water taxi (USD 1 per person each way)
Lobito Bus Itabaca Channel - Baltra Airport (USD 5 per person each way)
Port tax on Isabela Island (USD 10 per person), subject to change without notice
Flights and airport taxes
Optional excursions
Opening fee and Zero Risk coverage
Medical-luggage-cancellation insurance
Unmentioned meals, beverages and extras in general
Tip
Everything not expressly mentioned in "The fee includes"
Notes
ROOMS: The rooms are always and only for 1 or 2 beds. The terms triple, quadruple, family room refer solely to the number of occupants, who will be accommodated in the existing beds (maximum 2 beds). An additional bed (rollaway), even if requested at the time of booking, is always subject to availability and payment of a local supplement. Requests for rooms with a double bed or twin beds, connecting rooms, adjacent rooms, on higher or lower floors, etc., are always subject to availability and are never guaranteed. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Participants must ensure before departure that they have the necessary and valid documentation for entry into the countries visited during the tour. HOTEL / ITINERARY, CHANGES: The organizing company reserves the right to modify the itinerary and/or the planned accommodations if required by unforeseen circumstances and if necessary for the safety and smooth continuation of the trip. INTOLERANCES AND SPECIAL DIETARY REGIMES: food intolerances (allergies, celiac disease, etc.) and special dietary regimes (vegan, etc.) must be communicated at the time of booking. Special menus or treatments are not provided or guaranteed, but we will do our best to accommodate the needs of participants. Notifications made after arrival will not be taken into consideration. MEALS: not included unless specified. REFUNDS: There are no refunds for parts of the tour or excursions not carried out due to force majeure; in any case, no refund is due to the customer who decides to interrupt the trip or stay.
