Name: Galapagos Cruises & Tours
Brand: Adventure Life
Rating: 4.8 (530 reviews)

Follow the footsteps of Charles Darwin on this 4-day island-hopping adventure on Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos. Explore the lush highlands, home to giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station to learn about ongoing conservation efforts and meet some of the island’s unique species. Discover the fascinating Twin Craters, formed by collapsed magma chambers, offering stunning views. Each evening, return to the comfort of Angermeyer Waterfront Inn, your luxurious base, where you can unwind after a day of exploration in one of the world’s most iconic natural destinations.

Highlights

See giant tortoise in in their natural habitat at Rancho Primicias
Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station & learn about conservation
Enjoy Island-hopping activities and swim in an abundant marine life
Explore the unique wildlife and landscapes of the Galapagos Islands
Discover the amazing Twin Craters, known for lush green scenery of the highlands

Activities

Places Visited

Activity Level: Relaxed

Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.

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Day 1: Arrive in Baltra | Puerto Ayora

Accommodation
1 Dinner

This morning, arrive at Baltra Airport in Santa Cruz, where your guide will meet you. Prepare for an exciting journey; as soon as you retrieve your bags from the airport, you will be taken directly to the day's activities. First, sail across the Itabaca Channel, which separates Baltra from the main island of Santa Cruz. After leaving the ferry terminal, travel to the highlands to see giant tortoises at Rancho Primicias, a well-known local attraction. Here, you can get up close and personal with these incredible animals while strolling with them in their natural environment.

After lunch, follow in Darwin’s footsteps at the Charles Darwin Station, where you will learn about the origins of the Galapagos Islands and observe native species. Then, check-in to relax and unwind in the comfortable and inviting rooms of your lodging at Angermeyer Waterfront Inn in Puerto Ayora. Dinner is included, featuring a fixed menu at Nahm, the inn’s delicious restaurant with breathtaking views.

Day 2: Island Hopping Activity

Accommodation
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

After breakfast is served this morning, sail out on a yacht to spend the day exploring one of the many nearby islands. Enjoy a mix of swimming and snorkeling at incredible locations like Bartolome Island, Santa Fe Island, North Seymour Island, or South Plaza Island, each with unique wildlife and awe-inspiring landscapes that your guide will identify along the way. A refueling lunch will be provided between activities on the yacht today. Enjoy some downtime at the Angermeyer Inn following an exciting day on the water. Take in the views and enjoy dinner on the waterfront this evening.

Day 3: Island Hopping Activity

Accommodation
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

On the third day of exploring, head back out on the water to explore a different island of this rich archipelago. The day begins with another delicious and hearty breakfast at La Isla Grill. Soon after, float in the open blue sea, feeling the sea breeze and catching glimpses of the marine life of this gorgeous place. Enjoy sunbathing and relaxing while you sail to a stunning natural destination and discover more of the Galapagos. Lunch will be served on board. After today’s expedition, return to the hotel to relax before enjoying your final dinner in the inn’s gourmet restaurant.

Day 4: Baltra | Return Home

1 Breakfast

It is time to depart today after spending a few days soaking in the enchantment of the Galapagos Islands. Enjoy a hearty breakfast first, then fill up the transfer car with your belongings. The amazing Twin Craters, located in the island's highlands and the product of volcanic eruptions, are worth seeing on your way back to the airport. Watch for an incredible variety of Galapagos bird species with your guide. From Twin Craters, continue to Baltra airport, where you will head back home or continue your adventure on mainland Ecuador.

Accommodations

Angermeyer Waterfront Inn

The Angermeyer Waterfront Inn is a first class Galapagos hotel built using natural materials to create a unique atmosphere and the feeling of being close to nature. Located on Santa Cruz Island, the Angermeyer Inn boasts 21 fully equipped rooms along with the historical significance of the Angermeyer legacy.

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$2,182

Notes

$384 Single Supplement
Additional Cost for Private Room when traveling with others. Traveling Solo? Contact us for a custom quote.

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Terms & Conditions

Included

3 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners
3 Nights Accommodations
3 Days Locally Hosted Guide Service
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Free Wi-fi
Private transfer service Baltra’s airport to/from the Angermeyer Waterfront Hotel
2 Day Tours of yacht cruising to nearby islands
Guided tour to Santa Cruz’s highlands & Charles Darwin Station
Guided visit to Twin Craters
Snorkel Equipment on board
Expert Guides
Use of hotel facilities

Excluded

Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Galapagos Park Entrance Fee: $200 per adult, $100 per child under 12. Subject to increase by Galapagos Park Service.
Alcoholic and bottled beverages
Wetsuits
International airfare to/from Ecuador and domestic airfare to/from the Galapagos Islands
INGALA Transit Control Card ($20 USD per person) Subject to change without prior notice
Personal expenses, soft & alcoholic beverages, tips, and any items not previously mentioned

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Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!

Meyer Smolen

TrustScore 4.8 | 530 reviews

TrustScore 4.8 of 5

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2 months ago

Adventure Life (with partner Adventure Journey) got us the real experience that we were hoping for. The food was definitely above what we expected, as were the accomodations. Gabriel S. (our Galapagos guide) was so very personable and tuned in that we felt we had the premium of experiences (food, activities, people to meet and interact with). Our experience in the Cloud Forest was an impressive "birding" experience with great accomodations and wonderful food.

Richard Mark Styczynski

1 month ago

I just returned from a 10 day trip to Ecuador and The Galapagos Island. From the very first conversation with Adventure Life until my return, everything went smoothly. It was a great trip! Adventure Life excels at communication and organization. Every detail was considered, which made the preparation for my trip really easy. In country, my guides were outstanding...friendly, knowledgeable, on time, professional. I really can't say enough good things about how well I was taken care of during my trip. When flying to a new country it's comforting to be met by a friendly face at the airport who knows where you're going! All of my hotels were well-located and thoughtfully selected for comfort and historic interest. The yacht I sailed on through the islands exceeded my expectations in every way. My cabin was very comfortable, the food we were served was excellent and the crew was first-class. Our Park Guide found the perfect balance between fun and education. His passion for the Galápagos Islands was evident in every activity on every island. I look forward to planning my next trip with Adventure Life, and thank their entire team for making this adventure wonderful!

Tracy Heuermann

1 month ago

Kevin had first hand experience of Ecuador and The Galapagos which helped us plan time before and after our visit to the Galapagos by water. We always plan our travel independently, but since we needed a guide in the galapagos, this was a perfect blend of self plan and assistance.

Lori

1 month ago

Adventure Life helped guide us toward just the right trip for us and then made all the planning super easy. We absolutely loved our time at Hacienda Jimenita in Quito and on the Anahi in the Galapagos and would recommend both to anyone. Everything went so smoothly from start to finish because Adventure Life took care of all the arrangements.

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Walk in Darwin’s Footsteps

Full Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Baltra | Puerto Ayora

Day 2: Island Hopping Activity

Day 3: Island Hopping Activity

Day 4: Baltra | Return Home

Accommodations

Angermeyer Waterfront Inn

Angermeyer Waterfront Inn

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