7-Day Tour of Isabela, Santa Cruz, & San Cristóbal Islands

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Galapagos Islands on this 7-day tour of Isabella, Santa Cruz, and San Cristóbal Islands. Discover the fauna and flora of this archipelago and enjoy volcanic landscapes and beaches.

Tour Details

Day 1: Baltra, Santa Cruz, & Isabela

Upon arrival at Isla Baltra Airport, we will transfer you to Santa Cruz via a 1-hour ferry ride. Then, we will continue by ferry to Isabela Island, approximately 2.5 hours away. After settling into your hotel, you will have the rest of the day free to explore.

Day 2: Isabela - Las Tintoreras Islet - Isabela

After breakfast, we will explore the wetlands of Isabela. Choose between a 3-hour bicycle tour or a 4-hour hike to observe native species such as flamingos. In the afternoon, we will sail to Las Tintoreras Islet to see local wildlife, after which you can relax at the hotel.

Day 3: Isabela - Santa Cruz

After breakfast, we will return to Santa Cruz by ferry (2.5 hours). Once settled at the hotel, visit the Charles Darwin Research Station to learn about conservation efforts and see local wildlife.

Day 4: Santa Cruz

After breakfast, we will walk to Tortuga Bay and enjoy the beach. In the afternoon, visit the Santa Cruz highlands to observe giant tortoises and explore volcanic formations before returning to the hotel.

Day 5: Santa Cruz - San Cristóbal

In the morning, take a ferry to San Cristóbal Island. After checking in, visit La Lobería beach to see sea lions and marine wildlife.

Day 6: San Cristóbal

Visit the San Cristóbal Interpretation Centre and learn about the islands, then enjoy views from Cerro Tijeras before relaxing at Mann Beach.

Day 7: San Cristóbal

After breakfast, you will have free time before transferring you to the San Cristóbal Airport for departure.

Tour Accommodation

This tour includes 6 overnight stays with breakfast in the following 3-star hotels:

Isabela (3 nights): Hotel Loja or similarSanta Cruz (2 nights): Hotel Fernandina or similarSan Cristóbal (1 night): Hotel Sun House or similar

Children aged 2 to 10 receive a discount but must share a room with parents. Children under 2 travel free without a seat.

Tour Schedules

The ferry from Santa Cruz to Isabela departs at 7 am and 3 pm. You must arrive at the ferry dock at least 30 minutes before departure. Your flight to Galapagos must land in Baltra before 1 pm for the 3 pm ferry.

On the last day, we will reach the airport around 12 pm, so flights should depart from 3 pm onwards.