SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND: San Cristobal Airport (arrival), Lobos Island
Upon your arrival at San Cristobal Airport, you will be transferred for embarkation. After lunch, we visit Lobos Island, a small islet named after the sea lions that inhabit the area. This site offers an excellent introduction to the wildlife of the Galapagos, where we can observe sea lions, frigatebirds, marine iguanas, and blue-footed boobies. The calm waters also provide great opportunities to enjoy the surrounding marine life.
ESPAÑOLA ISLAND: Gardner Bay, Islet Gardner, Osborn Islet, Suarez Point
After breakfast, we visit Gardner Bay, one of the most beautiful beaches in the Galapagos, with its white sand and turquoise waters. Here, we can relax on the beach and observe sea lions resting along the shore, as well as a variety of bird species. Nearby, Islet Gardner and Osborn Islet offer excellent opportunities to observe marine life, including colorful fish and sea turtles. In the afternoon, we head to Suarez Point, a spectacular site known for its dramatic cliffs and abundant wildlife. This is one of the best places to observe the waved albatross (seasonal), as well as blue-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, and the famous blowhole.
FLOREANA ISLAND: Post Office Bay, Cormorant Point, Devil’s Crown
After breakfast, we visit Post Office Bay, a historic site where 18th-century whalers established a wooden barrel as a postal system, a tradition that continues today. Next, we head to Cormorant Point, known for its contrasting beaches and a nearby lagoon where flamingos can often be seen, along with other bird species. Later, we explore Devil’s Crown, a unique volcanic formation that creates one of the most outstanding marine environments in the Galapagos, home to a wide variety of fish, sea turtles, rays, and occasionally reef sharks.
SANTA FE ISLAND, SOUTH PLAZAS ISLAND
After breakfast, we visit Santa Fe Island, known for its unique landscape featuring giant prickly pear cacti and endemic land iguanas. The island is also home to a variety of bird species and offers beautiful coastal scenery. In the afternoon, we continue to South Plazas Island, a small but vibrant island covered with reddish vegetation that contrasts with the turquoise waters. Here, we can observe land iguanas, sea lions, and numerous seabirds along the cliffs. The dramatic scenery and rich wildlife make this a memorable visit.
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SANTA CRUZ: Charles Darwin Station, Transfer to Baltra Airport
After breakfast, we visit the Charles Darwin Research Station, an important center dedicated to the conservation and study of the Galapagos ecosystems. Here, we learn about ongoing conservation efforts and have the opportunity to observe giant tortoises in different stages of development. After the visit, you will be transferred to Baltra Airport for your departure flight.
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