Galapagos: 5 Day Tour in the Heart of the Archipelago

Discover Santa Cruz Island in 5 days: walk with giant tortoises, explore ancient lava tunnels, and relax on pristine beaches with crystal-clear waters, perfect for enjoying nature.
Day 1: Transfer in – Baltra – Charles Darwin Research Station
Arrival at the Galápagos airport. Transfer to Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island, arrival, and accommodation at the hotel.
Your first stop is the Charles Darwin Research Station. Before you begin the walk, your guide will explain the location of the hotel. As you start the walk, pass by the fishermen's dock, where you can see marine iguanas, sea lions, pelicans, and frigatebirds. Continue your journey to the Charles Darwin Station, where you can observe endemic birds and vegetation and see tortoises of all ages, from the smallest to those as old as 155 years. Return to the hotel.

Day 2: Tortuga Bay – Highlands – Lava Tunnels – Twin Craters
Visit the beautiful Tortuga Bay Beach, famous for its landscape, with a stunning white-sand beach where you can swim and observe endemic birds. Here, you can see sea turtles and marine iguanas. Return to the hotel.
In the afternoon, head to the Highlands of Santa Cruz to visit the Twin Craters, which are amazing volcanic formations surrounded by lush endemic vegetation. Then, visit the ranch, where you can observe giant tortoises in their natural habitat. After a short and easy walk, visit the lava tunnels, where your guide will talk about the reproduction of giant tortoises and the origin of the island's internal tunnels. Return to the hotel.

Day 3: Playa de Alemanes – Salt Mines – The Cracks
After breakfast, head to the dock to begin your tour, taking a water taxi to cross over. Once you arrive, the guide will explain the history of the place. After the explanation, begin a 10-minute walk to our second stop, the salt mines, where you can learn about the area. Afterward, head to your third stop, The Cracks, a natural pool formed by rocks where we will snorkel and observe colorful fish. After finishing, continue to your fourth stop, Playa de Alemanes, where you can swim, sunbathe, and also observe the endemic birds of the area. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to explore the town and shop for last-minute souvenirs.

Day 4: Playa El Garrapatero
Enjoy breakfast then visit the beautiful Garrapatero Beach, a pristine beach where you can enjoy the turquoise water. Behind the beach is a lagoon where black-necked stilts, Galápagos finches, and migratory birds can be found. Return to the hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy the hotel facilities.

Day 5: Transfer Out – Baltra
After breakfast, your journey ends, and you will have your international departures. Take your memories and photos with you and leave a piece of your heart, as you will soon want to return to Ecuador to experience more of this enchanted land.

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