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Galapagos Land Based Tours
Galapagos Islands
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THE GALAPAGOS TRIANGLE
Three Islands:
Isabela, Santa Cruz, and Floreana Island

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS
Our programs star every day

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Tintoreras Islet
   

THE GALAPAGOS TRIANGLE

Wildlife to See:
Galapagos Sea Lions, Galapagos Giant Tortoises, Marine Iguanas, Blue-Footed Boobies, Flamingos, Frigate Birds, Sharks, Penguins, Sting Rays, Sea-Turtles, Pelicans, Darwin´s Finches, Galapagos Fly-Catchers, Galapagos Mockingbirds, Galapagos Hawks, Lava Lizards, and many more unique species that can be found nowhere else in the world.

Introduction:
The Galapagos Triangle offers travelers the unique opportunity to visit three islands in 5 days: Isabela in the west, the "lost paradise of the Galapagos", Floreana, the southernmost and greenest island in the archipelago, and Santa Cruz, the central island and home of the famous Charles Darwin Research Station. Along the way we will be able to see and get remarkably close to the incredible animals in their natural habitats and discover why the Galapagos is considered a "living zoo". Throughout the entirety of the program we will be accompanied by our certified naturalist guides, and stay comfortably at our choice selection of hotels.

  • Program Summary
  • Complete Itinerary
  • Hotel Selection
  • Prices

THE GALAPAGOS TRIANGLE PROGRAM SUMMARY

Itinerary for 2 to 6 Passengers
 
Itinerary for 6+ Passengers
Day 1
  • Arrival to Baltra Airport
  • Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Reserach Station
  • Overnight in Santa Cruz
  Day 1
  • Arrival to Baltra Airport
  • Santa Cruz: Charles Darwin Reserach Station
  • Overnight in Santa Cruz
Day 2
  • Floreana Island: Loberia (Snorkeling)
  • Floreana Island: Highlands
  • Overnight in Santa Cruz
  Day 2
  • Floreana Island: Loberia (Snorkeling)
  • Floreana Island: Highlands
  • Transfer to Isabela: Flamingos Lagoon
  • Overnight in Isabela
Day 3
  • Santa Cruz: Highlands
  • Transfer to Isabela
  • Isabela: Flamingos Lagoon
  • Overnight in Isabela
  Day 3
  • Isabela: Sierra Negra Volcano and Volcan Chico
  • Isabela: Concha Perla (Snorkeling)
  • Overnight in Isabela
Day 4
  • Isabela: Sierra Negra Volcano and Volcan Chico
  • Isabela: Concha Perla (Snorkeling)
  • Overnight in Isabela
  Day 4
  • Isabela: Tintoreras Islet (Boat tour and snorkeling)
  • Isabela: Giant Tortois Breeding Center
  • Isabela: "Wall of Tears" and lava tunnel
Day 5
  • Transfer to Santa Cruz: Visit to "The Twins"
  • Departure from Baltra
  Day 5
  • Transfer to Santa Cruz: Visit to "The Twins"
  • Departure from Baltra
 
  • Itinerary for 2 to 6 Passengers
  • Itinerary for 6+ Passengers

Itinerary for 2 - 6 Passengers

Day 1:
Arrival from Quito or Guayaquil. At the airport in Baltra, we will meet up with our English speaking guide who will transfer us to Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz Island). Here we will visit the Charles Darwin Research Station, where we will have the grand opportunity to see Lonesome George, the last Galapagos turtle of its species. After the lunch we will hike for 45 minutes to visit the Tortuga Bay, a beautiful white sand beach where it is possible to see sea turtles, sea lions, marine iguanas, pelicans, flamingos and lava gulls. Overnight in Santa Cruz.
Hotel Accommodation   L – D

Day 2:
After breakfast we go to the dock to take our speed boat L/P Oceano or similar to start the navigation to Floreana Island which lasts approximately 2 ½. We will first stop for snorkeling at the Floreana Lobery and then at “Luz del Día” point, where we will be able to snorkel with sea-lions.
In the afternoon we will visit the Floreana Highlands, where we will see the caves that were created by pirates years ago, the Asylum of Peace (beautiful viewpoint) and the ancient habitat of Wittmer, one of the earliest inhabitants of the island. We will have the opportunity to watch how inhabitants extracted fresh water from this island and we can taste this vital liquid. Afterwards, we will return to Santa Cruz in our speedboat. Overnight in Santa Cruz.
Hotel Accommodation  B – L – D

Day 3:
After breakfast we will visit  the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island. Here we can enjoy a wonderful chance to see giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Afterwards, we will take the public speedboat to Isabela (14:00), which lasts approximately 2 ½  hours. We will arrive to Isabela Island, and after a brief rest at the hotel we will head to the Flamingo Lagoon, which is the largest coastal lagoon found in the Galapagos and is one of the main reproductive sites for the majority of flamingos. Overnight in Isabela Island.
Hotel Accommodation  B – L – D

Day 4:
Early in the morning after breakfast, we will have a full day tour of the Sierra Negra Volcano. This volcano is located 13 miles from Puerto Villamil and is the world’s second largest volcanic crater, measuring 6 miles in diameter and 300 feet deep. We will hike the crater and enjoy the view of the beach below before continuing on to Volcan Chico, a still active volcano which warms the surrounding ground. (Box lunch will be provided). In the afternoon, we will return to the hotel and later we will have the opportunity to go snorkeling in Concha Perla.  Overnight in Isabela Island.
Hotel Accommodation  B – L – D

Day 5: Early in the morning (06:00 am), we will take the public speedboat from Isabela to Puerto Ayora, where the guide will be waiting for you and where we will eat breakfast. After that we continue our journey to the Baltra Airport, but on the way we will stop by “The Twins” (a.k.a.“The Gemelos”), which are similar to craters, but instead  were formed by a collapse of the earth due to lava flows that passed below.
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Itinerary for 6+ Passengers

Day 1:
We fly from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra Island. At the airport in Baltra, we will meet up with our English speaking guide who will transfer us to Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz Island) on the way we will visit visit to the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island. Here we can enjoy a wonderful visit to see giant turtles in their natural habitat. After lunch, we visit Charles Darwin Research Station. Here we will have the grand opportunity to see Lonesome George, the last Galapagos turtle of its species. Overnight in Santa Cruz.
Hotel Accommodation –  L – D

Day 2:
After breakfast we go to the dock to take our speed boat L/P Oceano or similar to start the navigation to Floreana Island which lasts approximately 2 ½ the first stop point for doing snorkeling Floreana Lobery and snorkeling at “Luz del día” point. In the afternoon we get ready to carry out the visit to Floreana highlands, where we will watch:  the caves that were used by the pirates years ago, the Asylum of Peace (viewpoint) and the ancient habitat of Wittmer, one of the earliest inhabitants of the island. We are going to have the opportunity to watch how inhabitants extract fresh water from this island and we can taste this vital liquid. We sail to Puerto Villamil in Isabela Island. Overnight in Isabela.
Hotel Accommodation – B – L – D

Day 3:
Early in the morning after breakfast, we will have a full day tour of the Sierra Negra Volcano. This volcano is located 13 miles from Puerto Villamil and is the world’s second largest volcanic crater, measuring 6 miles in diameter and 300 feet deep. We will hike the crater and enjoy the view of the beach below before continuing on to Volcan Chico, a still active volcano which warms the surrounding ground. (Box lunch will be provided). In the afternoon, we will return to the hotel and later we will have the opportunity to go snorkeling in Concha Perla. Overnight in Isabela. 
Hotel Accommodation – B – L – D

Day 4:
After breakfast we will go to the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center, where we will visit “The Wall of Tears”. From 1946 to 1959, Isabela was designated a penal colony by the Ecuadorian government. Prisoners were obligated to build a wall with enormous blocks of lava. Due to the arduous labour and harsh conditions in which the prisoners lived, this site is known as “El Muro de las Lagrimas”. Additionally, we will visit a small lava tunnel, flamingo lagoon, and then we will return to the hotel to have lunch.

In the afternoon, we will sail to Tintoreras Islet   It is called like this due to a large crevice with very clear, calm water in which white-tip sharks known as “Tintoreras” come daily to rest on the bottom. We can also observe penguins, sea lions, and marine iguanas and go snorkelling with sharks (Snorkelling equipment is included in this visit, tube, mask, fins) as well as other colourful tropical fish while enjoying the beaches of Isabela. Overnight in Isabela.
Hotel Accommodation – B – L – D

Day 5:
Early in the morning (06:00 am), we will take the public speedboat from Isabela to Puerto Ayora, where the guide will be waiting for you to eat breakfast. Afterwards, we will continue on our way to the Baltra Airport, but on the way we will stop by “The Twins” (a.k.a.“The Gemelos”), which are similar to craters, but instead were formed by a collapse of the Earth due to the lava flows that passed below. The tour will end upon the arrival to the Airport where we will depart to Quito or Guayaquil.
B

  • First Class
  • Tourist Superior Class
  • Tourist Class
  • Economic Class
First Class Hotel Selection

Hotel Albemarle in Isabela Island
Hotel Albemarle
  • On-site water purification plant
  • Wireless internet
  • Air-conditioning and hot water
  • Located on a pristine white-sand beach
  • Large double glass doors in every room with spectacular ocean views
  • Most luxurious hotel in Isabela

Solymar Hotel in Santa Cruz Island
Hotel Solymar
  • Swimming pool and jacuzzi on terrace
  • Air-conditioning and hot water
  • Wireless internet
  • Located new Charles Darwin Research Station
  • Completely remodeled in 2006
  • Private bathroom
Tourist Superior Class Hotel Selection

Hotel La Laguna in Isabela Island
Hotel la Laguna
  • Air-conditioning and hot water
  • Wireless internet
  • BBQ area
  • Rooftop jacuzzi and terrace
  • Located next to Flamingo Lagoon
  • Private bathroom

Hotel Fernandinda in Santa Cruz Island
Hotel Fernandina
  • Swimming pool and jacuzzi
  • Air-conditioning and hot water
  • Internet
  • Relaxing garden
  • Private bathroom
Tourist Class Hotel Selection

Hotel San Vicente in Isabela Island
Hotel San Vicente
  • Air-Conditioning and hot water
  • Private bathroom
  • Wireless Internet
  • Jacuzzi
  • Located 3 blocks from the pristine white sand beach

Palmeras Hotel in Santa Cruz Island
Hotel Palmeras
  • Large swimming pool
  • Cafe and bar
  • Air-conditioning and hot water
  • Private bathroom
Economic Class Hotel Selection

Hostal Villamil in Isabela Island
Hostal Villamil
  • Private rooms
  • Private bathrooms
  • Clean and comfortable
  • Located near the beach

Peregrinas Hotel in Santa Cruz
Peregrinas Hotel
  • Private rooms
  • Private bathrooms
  • Hot water and air-conditioning
  • Centrally located with a charming garden area

Rates include:
Accommodation in double rooms at a tourist hotel
All meals - breakfast, lunch and dinner
English speaking nature guide
Snorkelling equipment in Isabela and Floreana- mask, snorkel and fins
All transfers and transportation in Galapagos during the program

Rates do not include:
Galapagos National Park entrance fee: $100.00 USD per person

Migratory Control Card: $10.00 USD per person

Isabela dock fee $5.00 USD per person l

Soft drinks and alcoholics beverages

Air tickets
Tips

 

 




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