Mon.:

SANTA CRUZ ISLAND

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Flight from Guayaquil to the Galápagos Islands (approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes).

• BALTRA ISLAND: Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, the main gateway to the Galápagos Islands, you will be welcomed by your bilingual naturalist guide. Baltra played an important strategic role during World War II and is now home to the archipelago's main airport. After meeting your guide, you will be transferred to Santa Cruz Island and receive a briefing about your itinerary before being taken to your hotel.

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• TORTUGA BAY BEACH: 

  After lunch, visit one of the most spectacular beaches in the Galápagos. A scenic, paved trail of approximately one hour leads to this pristine white-sand beach, surrounded by native vegetation and home to a variety of bird species, including the iconic Darwin's finches.

  Tortuga Bay features two distinct beach areas: an open beach with strong waves, ideal for surfing, and a calm bay with tranquil waters, perfect for swimming, relaxing, and taking in the breathtaking scenery.

  After the excursion, enjoy free time to explore Puerto Ayora and experience its lively atmosphere.

  Accommodation and dinner at a Superior Tourist Class hotel.

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Tues.:

SANTA CRUZ ISLAND

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• CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH STATION: After breakfast, walk for about 20 mins. to the Charles Darwin Station, to observe the Galapagos Giant Turtles breading. The Darwin Station is part of the Charles Darwin Foundation for the Galápagos Islands, an international non-profit organization dedicated to scientific research in the Galápagos Islands since 1959.

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• HACIENDA PRIMICIAS: After lunch, visit to Hacienda Primicias to see the Giant Tortoises in their natural habitat. The Tortoises are easy to spot, lumbering around eating grass and leaves and wallowing. Some highland Birds, like Cattle Egrets, Mockingbirds, Finches or Flycatchers can be seen here. After the hike return to the yacht. Dinner and briefing for next day.

Wedn.:

ISABELA ISLAND

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  BOWDITCH POINT: Step onto a pristine white-sand beach where volcanic landscapes meet crystal-clear waters. Enjoy a relaxing walk along the coast and take in one of the most vibrant marine environments in the Galápagos.

  While snorkeling, you may observe reef fish such as parrotfish, salemas, surgeonfish, and angelfish, along with corals and submerged lava formations. With some luck, you might also spot sea turtles, rays, and even reef sharks in the distance.

  Lunch on board.

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• CHINESE HAT: Wet landing onto a striking volcanic islet. Enjoy a short and easy 30-minute walk across lava rock formations, where you may see lava cactus, Galápagos sesuvium, and traces of ancient lava flows and tunnels.

  Wildlife may include marine iguanas, Sally Lightfoot crabs, and occasionally Galápagos penguins along the shore.

  Time for snorkeling in clear waters, where you may encounter sea lions, rays, and colorful fish.

  Return on board for dinner and your guide’s briefing.

Thurs.:

SANTA CRUZ ISLAND

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• RABIDA: After breakfast disembark (wet landing) in one of the most colorful and volcanically varied islands in the archipelago as well as a great snorkeling site. We will start on Rabida's famous maroon sandy beach and after an easy hike (1 km aprox) will arrive to a stunning lookout to enjoy the amazing landscapes.
  The island is a birdwatcher's delight. Some of the rarest species are in abundance, such as nine varieties of Finches, Large-billed Flycatchers, Galapagos Hawks and Brown Pelicans.
  
  

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• CERRO DRAGON: After lunch, dry landing at a deck, the walk takes you to a hypersalinic (saltier than the ocean) lagoon behind the beach, often frequented by Flamingos, Common Stilts, Pintail Ducks and other species of birds. There is a short walk to the hill, which rewards with a great view of the bay and a resting site of land Iguanas. Many of the Iguanas that rest here have been repatriated by the Charles Darwin Research Station. Dinner and briefing for next day.

Frid.:

SANTA CRUZ ISLAND

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• BLACK TURTLE COVE: After breakfast a dinghy (panga) visit to Black Turtle Bay (Caleta Tortuga Negra). This is very close to Baltra. It is very special due to its lovely beach with Sea Lions and its clear, calm water. Black (Pacific Green) Turtles and many different types of birds can be seen feeding here as you are paddled around the beautiful lagoons hidden in the mangroves. After this visit transfer to Baltra Airport by bus for your return flight to Guayaquil/Quito
  This is the end of the trip.