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Charles Darwin Research Station Tour

Greet the famous giant tortoises and iguanas of the Galapagos Islands with this guided tour of the Charles Darwin Research Station, a must if you're on Santa Cruz Island!. Charles Darwin Research Station Tour.

  • 3 hours
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Greet the famous giant tortoises and iguanas of the Galapagos Islands with this guided tour of the Charles Darwin Research Station, a must if you're on Santa Cruz Island!

Charles Darwin Research Station Tour

At the scheduled time, we'll meet at your hotel in Puerto Ayora and walk to the Charles Darwin Research Station, a notable location in the Galapagos Islands. Inside this biological research station, operated by the Charles Darwin Foundation, we will encounter tortoises, iguanas, and land birds. Information about these animals and Darwin's research will be provided.

The tour will include a visit to the giant cactus forests and the active breeding center. During our walk, we will discuss ongoing research, particularly in environmental conservation.

After a 2.5-hour guided tour, we will return to the starting point with many photos of giant tortoises and iguanas.

Hotel Pickup

The tour includes pickup at hotels in Puerto Ayora. For those staying in another area of the island, we will meet at the Solymar Hotel.

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • English–speaking guide
  • Admission to the Charles Darwin Research Station

Tips

  • Accessibility: Only some areas are accessible. Accessible toilets. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.

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