You will head to San Cristóbal Island, the easternmost island of the Galápagos archipelago. Upon arrival at San Cristóbal Airport, you will begin your visit with a stop at the Interpretation Center, where you will gain an overview of the islands’ volcanic origins, unique ecosystems, and conservation efforts.
You will then continue to Frigatebird Hill, where a scenic hike offers excellent opportunities to observe both great and magnificent frigatebirds, along with panoramic views of the surrounding coastline.
You will visit the stunning white-sand beach of Gardner Bay, one of the most beautiful beaches in the Galápagos, where sea lions rest along the shore and turquoise waters invite you to swim or snorkel among tropical fish, rays, and reef sharks.
You will then head to Osborn or Gardner Islets for an exciting snorkeling experience, offering the chance to encounter sea turtles, sea lions, and an abundance of marine life in crystal-clear waters.
Later, you will continue to Punta Suárez, a highlight of Española Island, where you will explore dramatic cliffs and coastal trails teeming with wildlife, including waved albatrosses (in season), Nazca and blue-footed boobies, Española mockingbirds, and blowholes that spray seawater high into the air.
You will visit historic Post Office Bay, where you will learn about the long-standing tradition begun by 18th-century whalers who left mail in a wooden barrel to be delivered by passing ships.
You will then head to Punta Cormorant, known for its unique landscapes and wildlife. Here, you will walk along trails leading to the green-tinted olivine beach and a nearby brackish lagoon often frequented by flamingos, pintail ducks, and other shorebirds.
Later, you will continue to Devil’s Crown, one of the most renowned snorkeling sites in the Galápagos. This partially submerged volcanic cone offers exceptional underwater visibility and the chance to encounter schools of colorful fish, rays, reef sharks, sea turtles, and occasionally hammerhead sharks.
You will head to Dragon Hill on Santa Cruz Island, where you will explore a dry forest trail home to the endemic Galápagos land iguanas. The walk offers views of a hypersaline lagoon often visited by flamingos, pintail ducks, and other coastal birds, along with striking volcanic landscapes.
You will then continue to Mosquera Islet, a small sandy islet located between Baltra and North Seymour. This site is famous for its large colony of sea lions and excellent snorkeling opportunities, where you may encounter rays, reef sharks, and schools of fish in clear, shallow waters.
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You will head into the lush highlands of Santa Cruz Island to visit a tortoise reserve, where you will have the opportunity to observe giant tortoises roaming freely in their natural habitat. As you walk along the trails, you may also explore lava tunnels and learn about the island’s unique ecosystems and conservation efforts.
You will then continue to Baltra Airport for your departure, marking the end of your Galápagos adventure.
