6 – Day Trip to Galapagos – Explore Cabo Rosa
Our 6 – Day Trip to Galapagos Tour Package is a land-based tour focusing on the “Lost Paradise” of the Galapagos (Isabela Island), while also visiting Santa Cruz Island.
This all-inclusive travel interary will take you through the most incredible places in the Galapagos, from the awesome moon-like volcanic landscape of Sierra Negra Volcano, the geological formations of Cabo Rosa to the home of the Giant Tortoises in the Highlands of Santa Cruz.
Along the way you will encounter the unique wildlife that make the Galapagos such an amazing and unforgettable place.
Choose from a comfortable selection of hotel classes and discover Galapagos Islands accompanied by a bilingual naturalist guides.
- Start Date: Every day.
- Visiting: Isabela & Santa Cruz.
- Activities: Short hikes, snorkelling, navigating, and wildlife viewing.
- Trip Style: Soft adventure.
- Wildlife to See: Galapagos Pinguins, Galapagos Sea Lions, Galapagos Giant Tortoises, Marine Iguanas, Lava Lizards, Blue-Footed Boobies, Flamingos, Frigate Birds, Pelicans, Darwin´s Finches, Galapagos Fly-Catchers, Galapagos Mockingbirds, and more.
Short Itinerary
- Day 1: Am: Arrive in Baltra Island Airport (GPS) – Pm: Speedboat to Isabela Island
- Day 2: Isabela Island: Am: Sierra Negra Volcano – Pm: Snorkel in Concha Perla.
- Day 3: Isabela Island: Am: Full day tour to Cabo Rosa.
- Day 4: Isabela Island: Am: Tintoreras Islet – Pm: Humedales.
- Day 5: Isabela Island Am: Speedboat to Santa Cruz: Am Highlands – Pm: Charles Darwin Station
- Day 6: Am: Transfer out to Baltra Island airport (GPS).
For the complete itinerary click on the tab Itinerary above ⇑.
Essential Trip Information
Important Remarks
| DEPARTURE LOCATION | Baltra Island Airport. (GPS) |
| RETURN LOCATION | Baltra Island Airport. (GPS) |
| DEPARTURE TIME | You must arrive before 11:00 AM. *Ask for more details. |
| RETURN TIME | Approximately after 11:00 AM. *Ask for more details. |
| WEAR | Comfortable clothing, hiking shoes, hat, jacket and sunscreen. |
| INCLUDED | Accommodation in selected hotels (double rooms). All meals in Galapagos (breakfast – lunch – dinner). All land and sea transportation within the Galapagos during the program. Bilingual naturalist guides for each island and all activities. Excursions and visits during the program. Snorkeling Equipment (mask, fins, tube). Transfer Puerto Ayora – Isabela – Puerto Ayora by Public speedboat. Transfer Baltra – Puerto Ayora – Baltra (by truck or by bus depending on group size) |
| NOT INCLUDED | Air Ticket. Galapagos National Park Entry Fee – $200.00 US per person. Isabela Dock Fee – $10.00US per person. Migratory Control Card – $20.00 US per person. Transportation Baltra Airport – Itabaca Channel – USD 5 p.p. (subject to change). Transportation Itabaca Channel – Baltra Airport – USD 5 p.p. (subject to change). Cost of the transfer between the hotels and the restaurants designated for the meals in each island. Water taxi from dock to speedboat (depending on the tide) – $ 1.00 US per person per ride. Soft-drinks and alcoholic beverages. Tips. |
NOTE: Navigable itinerary is subject to change due to Galapagos National Park dispositions or to circumstances beyond our control (force majeure).
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Arrive at Baltra / Transfer to Isabela Island
You can arrive to the Galapagos Islands only by flight, and either Quito or Guayaquil (air ticket not included). An English- speaking guide will be waiting for you at the Baltra airport. He will then take you to the port of Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz Island) for lunch. Afterwards, the guide will lead you to the Public speedboat towards Isabela Is. (departs at 14:00) for a two and a half hours ride. At the Isabela Island dock, one of our representatives will pick you up to transfer you to the hotel of your choice. On the way to the hotel he will give you instructions for dinner and other activities for the day and the following day.
Accommodations in the hotel class of your choice
Isabela Island: Volcan Sierra Negra + Volcan Chico Hike / Snorkel Concha
The guide will have specified the hour to meet to begin the visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station. After breakfast we will head to this spot. The Station is populated by a variety of Giant Tortoise representing their fellow specie, one of each island in the archipelago.
Here you can also listen about the ongoing conservation efforts directed at preserving the Giant Tortoises, as well as the environment of the archipelago as a whole. After this we will make a short visit to the Art Galleries of Puerto Ayora and then eat lunch.
Return to the hotel to rest before heading for lunch at a local restaurant specified by the guide. After lunch we will begin the journey from Puerto Ayora to Isabela Island at 2:00pm (subject to change) via public speedboat (approx. travel time 2 ½ to 3 hrs.) A guide will be waiting for you in Puerto Villamil and then lead you to check in at the hotel.
After a brief rest we will take a short walk to visit the Flamingo Lagoon, one of the natural breeding sites of the Galapagos flamingos. Return to the hotel to rest and eat dinner at the local restaurant specified by the guide.
Accommodations in the hotel class of your choice
Full Day Navigable Tour to Cabo Rosa aka. Los Tuneles
Cabo Rosa aka. Los Tuneles is perhaps one of the most beautiful sights in the archipelago. Continuous volcanic eruptions petrified into tunnel-like lava formations right in the middle of the sea, and crystal clear turquoise water allows an amazing view of marine vegetation and playful sea lions.
The tour begins early at 8:00am via speedboat and the first stop is a small islet in the middle of the ocean, home to pelicans, blue-footed boobies, and sea lions. Finados snorkeling site is the next stop, where you can swim next to sea turtles, Tintoreras sharks (endemic to the islands), trumpetfish and surgeon fish. With some luck, eagle and golden rays will come to this site too.
Getting to Los Tuneles will take around 1 ½ – 2 hrs. Once there, the speedboat will navigate through various spots in and around the Lava Tunnels. Here you get the chance to do some more snorkeling and enjoy some short walks while observing the landscape and wildlife inhabiting the area. A box lunch will be provided for this day. Return to Isabela Island is programmed at 15h00. Dinner will be served at the local restaurant specified by the guide.
Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore at your own pace and discover the wonders this natural paradise has to offer.
Accommodations in the hotel class of your choice.
Isabela Island: Tintoreras Islet snorkel / Humedales Hike (Giant Tortoise Center)
After breakfasts, get ready to visit to Tintoreras Islet. First we will make our way to the dock of Puerto Villamil in order to embark on small speedboats (12 passenger capacity). After a short ride (approx. 20 min.) we will arrive at Tintoreras Islet. The name of the islet derives from the sharks that inhabit in the waters surrounding the islet, the famous white-tipped fins Tintorera Sharks.
The islet is one of the most fascinating places on Isabela Island. Galapagos sea lions,marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, Sally Lightfoot Crabs, sea turtles, pelicans, and Galapagos Penguins can all be found in this site. It is also one of main breeding sites for marine iguanas, and a great spot to get a close-up with them. After a hike around the islet, we will get back on the boat and cool off by snorkeling in the waters nearby. Swimming next to multicolor fish, starfish, sea-urchins, and with luck manta rays, sharks, and sea lions is a major highlight in this excursion. After a fascinating experience we will return to the hotel for lunch.
In the afternoon we you visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center of Isabela. Here you can observe a variety of species of giant tortoises. You will also hear how this center has successfully breed and raise the giant tortoises to preserve many endangered subspecies. Afterwards, we will visit the Wall of Tears (Muro de las Lagrimas). Between 1946 and 1959 Isabela Island was used as a penal colony by the Ecuadorian government, and the prisoners were obligated to construct this wall out of the sharp and hard volcanic rocks.
The wall is 100 meters long and 7 meters high, and the name is derived from the arduous and painful nature of the conditions in which the prisoners were forced to work. On the way back we will make a visit to a Lava Tunnel near the Wall- Visits toMirador Orchilla, Estero de Isabela, and Playa del Amor are also programmed. We will then return to the hotel to rest before heading to dinner at a local restaurant specified by the guide
Accommodations in the hotel class of your choice.
Transfer to Santa Cruz Island: Highlands Hike (Giant Tortoise) / Charles Darwin
At 6:00 a.m. we will get ready to go to the dock (wake-up at 5:00 AM). We will take thePublic speedboat, which leaves at 7:00 a.m. (subject to change), to Puerto Ayora in Santa Cruz Is (approx. 2 hr.). Upon arrival the guide will take you to eat breakfast. After a short rest we will make our way to the Highlands of Santa Cruz. Here you will have the unforgettable opportunity to observe the famous Galapagos Giant Tortoisesin their natural environment.
The Islands themselves were named after these species. You will also be able to observe the famous Galapagos Finches, Bird Wizards, as well as endemic vegetation such as Escelacias forests and Matazarnos. After this incredible encounter with the Giant Tortoises, we will return to Puerto Ayora. Lunch will be served local-style menu in the restaurant specified by the guide. In the afternoon, the guide will have specified the meeting time to begin the visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station.
Here you can find a large variety of Giant Tortoise, one of each island in the archipelago. You will also learn about the ongoing conservation efforts directed at preserving the Giant Tortoises, as well as the natural environment of the archipelago as a whole. After this, we will make a short visit to the Art Galleries of Puerto Ayora. Dinner at a local style restaurant specified by the guide.
Accommodations in the hotel class of your choice.
Transfer out Baltra Airport (Visit “The Twins” on way out) / Goodbye Galapagos!
On the final day we recommend waking up at 5:00 am to have enough time to get ready for the transfer-out from Isabela to Puerto Ayora.
We will take the public speedboat, which leaves from the dock at 6:00 am (subject to change), and arrive in Puerto Ayora (approx. 2 ½ hrs. depending on the tide). We will eat breakfast there, and then depart for Baltra where you will catch your return flight to either Quito or Guayaquil
Note: Ask about rates with full meals or breakfast only.
NOTA: Hotels depend on availability, we cannot always use the hotels listed below, but they will always use hotels of the selected class.
First Class Hotels
- Sea View Suite Rooms
- Standard Rooms with view of the main garden and annex area
- Service – Wi Fi
- Attention from 7AM to 9PM
- We have ionized drinking water for the consumption of our guests
- Free beach towel service
- Safety box at reception
- Private bathroom with Hot Water thanks to our solar panels
- Air-conditioning
- Mini Bar
- Telephone with direct dialing, local, national and international.
- Laundry service
- Access: Hydromassage, swimming pool, Wireless Internet in public areas.
- American breakfast.
- Cable service in room.
- Luxury sea view.
- Beautiful social areas with direct access to the sea.
- 2 towers (the Main Tower – the Isla Sol Tower) and 31 rooms.
- Rooms with television, cable, air conditioning, telephone, safe, bathroom and private balcony
- Pool, jacuzzi, restaurant and bar.
- Beautiful social areas with direct access to the sea.
- 2 towers (the Main Tower – the Isla Sol Tower) and 31 rooms.
- Rooms with television, cable, air conditioning, telephone, safe, bathroom and private balcony.
- Pool, jacuzzi, restaurant and bar.
Superior Tourist Class Hotels
- Sea view rooms
- Pool view rooms
- Internet in the hotel facilities
- Air Conditioning, Private Bathroom with Hot Water
- Non-carbonated soft drinks (coffee, tea, water, juice)
- Use of bicycles in your free time subject to availability – Coordinate at Reception
- Bilingual professional hospitality team.
- Free wireless internet in common areas.
- Triple accommodation available on request.
- Room rates include breakfast.
- Private bathroom
- Safe deposit box
- Spa.
- Wellness center.
- Restaurant.
- Hot tub, available for an additional cost.
- The rooms offer views of the city and the sea through large windows that let in plenty of natural light.
- Top quality mattresses and blackout curtains.
- The private bathroom features a rain shower and free toiletries.
- It has a TV with local channels, individually controlled air conditioning, a desk and a wake-up call service.
- All rooms are non-smoking.
- Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas.
- The hotel restaurant is located next to the sea and offers a sushi menu or a selection of dishes that combine local flavors with fresh seafood.
- Free WIFI in all facilities
- Safe in each room.
- Television with cable programming.
- Multiple USB charger ports in each room.
- Air conditioning and fan in all rooms.
- Minibar (extra payment) with drinks and snacks available in all rooms.
- Free luggage storage service.
- Computer and printer for guest use in the lobby.
- Purified water in rooms and purified water dispenser in cafeteria.
- Beach towels.
- Complimentary amenities: everything and beach/shopping bag.
- Use of the terrace for guests with sea views, located 100 meters from the hotel
Tourist Class Hotels
- 3 star hotel.
- Capacity of 40 passengers.
- Garden.
- Hydromassage bathtub.
- Terrace with jacuzzi in both towers and pool area.
- Reading area.
- Rest area with wifi.
- Safe service at reception.
- Rooms have air conditioning and a private bathroom with hot water powered by solar energy.
- Views of the Flamingos lagoon and the Sierra Negra volcano.
- It is located on Isabela Island, 2 hours and 30 minutes by speedboat from Santa Cruz Island.
- It is located on Isabela Island, 2 hours and 30 minutes by speedboat from Santa Cruz Island.
- Free wireless internet in common areas.
- Triple accommodation available on request.
- Room rates include breakfast.
- Private bathroom
- Safe deposit box
- 4 Standard Suite Rooms have a balcony with hammock, safe and A/C
- 1 Standard Suite Room on the ground floor has a patio with hammock, safe and air conditioning.
- Economy Double Room on the ground floor, safe and A/C.
- Accommodation in a triple room is with a sofa bed.
- Air-conditioning
- Cable television
- Secure security
- WIFI
- Hotel with the most diverse ecosystems in the city, a real connection with nature will be a priceless experience that you will not want to miss during your stay.
- A beautiful pool and the largest jacuzzi in the Galapagos.
- The best staff to assist you with your itineraries, tour recommendations and more, even before your arrival or when you start organizing your trip.
- Located in a central location, away from the noise and traffic of the main street, but very close to all the tourist spots, main streets and the pier.
Economy Class Hotels
- Garden
- Terrace
- Jacuzzi
- Reading area
- Rest area with wifi
- Safe service with reception
- Rooms with breakfast included
- Rooms with air conditioning
- Hot water based on solar energy
- Free wifi in common areas.
- Comfortable facilities and private bathroom.
- Traditional Ecuadorian cuisine.
- Capacity for 40 people.
- 4 minutes walk from the beach.
- Continental breakfast
- Room cleaning
- Laundry
- Available a bottle with purified water suitable for drinking and oral hygiene.
- High quality internet
- Air-conditioning.
- Pool.
Please be aware that the prices vary consistently due to promotions and Galapagos last minute deals, so in order to GET THE BEST PRICE for the dates you desire please fill out the request form below. After doing so, we will send you the absolute best prices for the dates that you indicate.
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