Top Santa Cruz Trips & Tours in December 2025

from $17,860

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Galapagos Evolution Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Evolution

• Hike up Prince Phillip's Steps
• Journey to Chinese Hat
• Visit Black Turtle Cove
• View new and old tortoises

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Enjoy the Islands Circumnavigation tour aboard the Evolution. This 15-day voyage offers island trails, lagoons, white sand beaches and volcanic vistas. Snorkel and swim in crystalline waters and view abundant wildlife on this Galapagos adventure.

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from $10,588

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Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Tip Top IV

• Snorkel & swim in North Seymour
• Observe marine turtle on Espumilla
• Hike to the Pitt Point
• Visit Sullivan Bay volcanic land

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Variable

Adventure in the magic Galapagos Islands aboard Tip Top IV! Enjoy 15 days of travel in unique destinations. Observe the endemic wildlife in North Seymour, Darwin Bay (Genovesa), Vicente Roca Point (Isabela), Urbina Bay and others.

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from $82,450

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Private Charter - North & Central Islands Aboard Galapagos Horizon

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon

• Observe the Pinnacle Rock
• Snorkel through clear blue waters
• Visit James Bay

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy an extensive adventure into the unique world of the Galapagos on this incredible 5-day private journey. Admire the incredible natural beauty of this archipelago, sailing to Baltra, Rabida, Santiago, Genovesa, Santa Cruz and more!

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from $44,450

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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Grand Majestic

4 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Majestic

• Visit historic Floreana Island
• Admire unique Galapagos wildlife
• Kayak along Gardener Bay

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Have you dreamed of sailing and exploring the Galapagos Islands on your own private cruise? Join the Majestic on this exceptional 4-day expedition. Discover Cormorant Point, with more than 50 volcanic cones rising in an 80-mile area. Gardener Bay offers great opportunities for enjoying some beach time in the Galapagos.

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from $10,745

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Luxury Eastern Galapagos Islands Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Cormorant II

• Venture up 375 wooden stairs
• View a large sea lion colony
• Snorkel alongside sea turtles
• Kayak around Kicker Rock

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This luxury Galapagos cruise explores the eastern islands of the archipelago on the Cormorant II catamaran. Hike sea-side trails, admire volcanic formations, snorkel & sea kayak with sea lions & marine iguanas on this Galapagos tour of Santa Cruz, Bartolome, San Cristobal, Floreana, Espanola and Santiago Islands.

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from $7,100

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Diving Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Diver II

• Dive into renowned El Derrumbe
• Explore La Banana dive site
• Discover Shark Bay
• Witness dolphins, sharks and more

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Santa Cruz

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Whale Watching, Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

This 8-day diving cruise aboard Galaxy Diver II explores the awe-inspiring underwater beauty of the Galapagos Islands. Encounter sharks, whales, batfish, rays, turtles, penguins, iguanas, sea lions, and more in this world-class diving adventure.

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from $4,292

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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Snorkel among Galapagos penguins
• Stop at the volcanic North Seymour
• Hike through a volcanic landscape
• Leave a card in Post Office Bay

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the islands of Bartolome, North Seymour, San Cristobal, Española, and Floreana on this 8-day Eastern cruise aboard the Galapagos Legend. Spend your days snorkeling, swimming, hiking and wondering through the pristine islands of the enchanted archipelago.

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from $8,290

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Islands Circumnavigation - East

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

• Explore Witch Hill
• Swim with reef fish
• Visit Cormorant Point
• Snorkel in clear water

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Witness Kicker Rock, Pitt Point and Post Office Bay aboard the Ocean Spray. This 8-day cruise allows you to circumnavigate the East Galapagos Islands.

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from $6,645

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Northern & Southern Islands

Roundtrip Baltra - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Angel

• Explore lush Santa Cruz highland
• Marvel at blue-footed boobies
• Witness North Seymour's wildlife
• Explore Darwin Bay's mangrove trail

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Set off on an 8-day cruise aboard the Galapagos Angel to explore the Northern and Southern Galapagos Islands. Witness unique wildlife, geological formations, and diverse landscapes. Discover giant tortoises, rare bird species, sea lion pups, and more, concluding at Black Turtle Cove before departing from Baltra Airport.

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from $6,645

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Western & Southern Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Angel

• Explore Bachas Beach
• Hike Dragon Hill on Santa Cruz
• Discover Elizabeth Bay's islets
• Observe flightless cormorants

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day Western & Southern Islands cruise aboard the Galapagos Angel. Explore Bachas Beach, Dragon Hill for bright flamingos, Espinoza Point's cormorants, and Tagus Cove's trails and views. Activities include snorkeling at Devil’s Crown, hiking Sierra Negra Volcano, observing unique wildlife at Dragon Hill and Cormorant Point, and more!

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from $5,368

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Galapagos Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

• Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
• Encounter plentiful wildlife
• Explore the Galapagos

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 8-day land-based tour of the Galapagos Islands will take you to Isabela and Santa Cruz Islands as you explore the marine and terrestrial sanctuaries by snorkeling, swimming, and hiking. The unparalleled wildlife that you will encounter includes penguins, marine iguanas, all manner of birds, & countless fish!

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from $4,050

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Central Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Treasure of Galapagos

• Visit The Interpretation Center
• Observe avian courtship rituals
• Interact with gentle giant tortoise

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

This 5-day voyage on the Treasure of the Galapagos explores the central islands of the Galapagos, including Santa Cruz, Bartolome, North Seymour, Mosquera, South Plaza, and San Cristobal. Experience the picturesque landscape, unique wildlife, and snorkeling opportunities offered by this exciting Galapagos tour.

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from $4,660

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Northeast Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Solaris

• Discover Mosquera's beauty
• Admire Genovesa's wildlife
• Snorkel at Santa Fe

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal

Activity Level

Variable

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from $3,850

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Central & Southern Islands

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Orion

• Uncover the volcanic origins
• Explore South Plaza Island
• Encounter unique land iguanas
• Step into Post Office Bay's history

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Charles Darwin Center

Activities

Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Dive into an 8-day Central & Southern Islands cruise aboard Galaxy Orion! Uncover WWII relics and frolic with nesting turtles at Bachas Beach. Snorkel vibrant coral reefs teeming with life in Sullivan Bay's underwater paradise. Hike, kayak alongside playful penguins at Punta Pitt, and meet gentle giants in the lush highlands – unforgettable memories await!

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from $3,195

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Eastern Islands II

5 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Visit Fausto Llerena Center
• Visit Post Office Bay´s mailbox
• Swim and snorkel with sea lions

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 5-day exciting cruise through the eastern islands of the Galapagos. Meet Galapagos giant turtles, climb to the Baroness Lookout Point, snorkel with sea turtles and sharks, and visit one of the first sites visited by Charles Darwin. These volcanic and wildlife-rich islands are an ideal place to spend your vacations!

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from $3,561

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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Explore the beaches of Las Bachas
• Visit Black Turtle Cove
• Snorkel by Cerro Dragon
• Navigate around Kicker Rock

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Travel aboard the Aida Maria to the Galapagos Islands. Witness a sea turtle nesting area, swim with penguins, see a variety of birds and wildlife, and explore lava flows on this 8-day adventure.

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from $20,720

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East & West Galapagos

Baltra - Santa Cruz - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mare

• Enjoy Daphne Island's view
• Visit sea lions in Mosquera Islet
• Discover Caleta Tagus
• Explore Punta Moreno's lava rocks

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

From Baltra to Santa Cruz, board Aqua Mare for an East and West Galapagos expedition that takes you to the most important sights of the Enchanted Islands. Tour El Barranco, Bahía Sullivan, Cerro Dragón, El Chato Giant Tortoise Reserve, Punta Suarez, Sante Fé, Puerto Ayora, Punta Cormorant, Punta Espinoza, North Seymour Island, and more.

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from $20,720

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West & East Galapagos

Santa Cruz - Baltra - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mare

• Enjoy Daphne Island's view
• Visit Mosquera Islet
• Discover Caleta Tagus
• Explore Punta Moreno's lava rocks

Starts / Ends

Puerto Ayora / Punta Suarez

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

From Santa Cruz to Baltra, embark on the ultimate bucket-list East & West Galapagos voyage onboard Aqua Mare. Explore Floreana, Isabela, Santiago, Santa Cruz, Mosquera, Española, and Plaza Sur.

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