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Santa Cruz & Isabela 4 Days
Santa Cruz - Isabela islands
3 days
Santa Cruz & Isabela 4 Days Cruise
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking Galápagos Islands. This itinerary will take you from the iconic Santa Cruz to the fascinating Isabela Island, exploring the region’s incredible biodiversity, unique landscapes, and cultural history.
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Santa Cruz & Isabela 4 Days Itineraries
Day 1: Arrival & Lava Tunnels Exploration
Fly from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra Airport (arrivals before noon recommended).
Stop at the upper part of Santa Cruz, where you’ll explore lava tunnels, a remarkable geological feature formed by ancient volcanic activity. Observe giant tortoises roaming in a semi-natural habitat.
Check in to your hotel in Puerto Ayora and relax for the evening.
Day 2: Bay Tour & Tortuga Bay Exploration
Embark on a Bay Tour in Santa Cruz, snorkeling with sea lions at La Lobería and spotting sea birds at Punta Estrada. Visit the Shark Channel, Dog Beach, and swim at the breathtaking Las Grietas. After lunch, relax at Tortuga Bay Beach, home to marine iguanas, sea turtles, and black turtle nesting areas, or kayak in calm waters. Return to your Puerto Ayora hotel for the night.
Day 3: Isabela Island Adventure & Tintoreras Exploration
Depart from Santa Cruz to Isabela Island by boat. Visit Las Tintoreras, a nearby islet where you’ll encounter white-tip reef sharks, blue-footed boobies, marine iguanas, sea lions, and sea turtles. Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters, surrounded by vibrant marine life.
Tour the Arnaldo Tupiza Breeding Center, home to two subspecies of giant tortoises and a vital part of Galápagos conservation efforts. Stop by the serene Flamingos Lagoon to observe these elegant birds in their natural habitat. Return to Puerto Ayora in the late afternoon and unwind at your hotel.
Day 4: Departure
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
At the designated time, transfer to Baltra Airport for your flight back to mainland Ecuador (Quito or Guayaquil).