"Galapagos Discovery Premium – Bay Tour - 4 Days / 3 Nights"

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1TRANSFER IN - DARWIN CENTER⌄

   Arrival at Baltra Island Airport. Reception and welcome by company staff. Then we take a bus (15 minutes), then on a motor barge that is taken to the side of Santa Cruz (10 minutes) where you will take another bus or shared van to Puerto Ayora (45 minutes) for check-in at the Hotel assigned by the Agency

   Once already in the hotel, we will meet at the meeting point assigned by the operator where we will leave to the center of Darwin walking, since nearby, the Charles Darwin Research Center is much more than a tourist destination : it is a symbol of commitment to the science, conservation and sustainability of the Galapagos Archipelago. Founded in 1964, this center is internationally recognized for its scientific and educational work in one of the most unique and fragile ecosystems on the planet.

   Meals: Lunch: Menu type of the day · Dinner: menu type

   Overnight: HOTEL SPAIN OR SIMILAR

2. 2BAY BEACH TURTLE - HIGHLAND OF SANTA CRUZ⌄

   Tortuga Bay Beach, located southwest of Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands, is a protected beach within Galapagos National Park. It is accessed by walking along a 2.5 km path through native vegetation such as Opuntia cactus and palo santo. The beach is divided into two main areas: Playa Brava : extensive and open to the ocean, with strong waves, ideal for surfers but not suitable for swimming due to dangerous currents. Playa Mansa – protected bay with calm waters, perfect for swimming, snorkeling and kayaking. We leave from the meeting point walking and walk back, includes the accompaniment of the guide, return to lunch

   The upper part of Santa Cruz, located more than 400 m above sea level, is characterized by its wetter climate and lush vegetation 1. The Twins 2. Rancho Primicias 3. Lava Tunnels 4. Turtles in the Natural State Includes the bus, guide, and entrance to the private farm, we leave from the meeting point

   Meals: Breakfast: continental · Lunch: menu type · Dinner: menu type

   Overnight: HOTEL SPAIN OR SIMILAR

3. 3BAY TOUR - FREE AFTERNOON⌄

   We leave from the rendezvous point to the main pier of Puerto Ayora walking where we will take a boat, designed to explore various natural sites on the southwest coast of Santa Cruz. It combines hiking, snorkeling and observation of marine and terrestrial fauna. 1. Canal of Love It is a habitat for tropical fish, small reef sharks and occasionally sea turtles. 2. Playa de los Perros Accessed by a path of lava and coastal vegetation, this small beach of rock and sand is a place where large marine iguanas are observed sunbathing on black rocks. 3. Salt Mines Old site of artisanal exploitation of sea salt by the first inhabitants of Santa Cruz. 4. The Rifts Famous natural formation of deep fissures between walls of volcanic lava, filled with brackish and crystal clear water. Ideal for swimming or snorkeling in a unique environment. Includes: boat, guide, snacks, mask and tube returns Puerto Ayora - lunch - afternoon free - dinner

   Meals: Breakfast: continental · Lunch: menu type · Dinner: menu type

   Overnight: HOTEL SPAIN OR SIMILAR

4. 4TRANSFER OUT⌄

   We will pass the tourists at the reception of your hotel to take them up to the canal itabaca, then go to the airport of baltra

   Meals: Breakfast: continental