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.
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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 together to the Charles Darwin Research Station, one of the notable places in the Galapagos Islands.
We'll enter this biological research station, operated by the Charles Darwin Foundation, to observe the tortoises, iguanas, and land birds. We'll provide information about these animals and discuss the work conducted by Darwin during his studies.
The tour includes a visit to the giant cactus forests and the active breeding center. During this portion, we'll detail the ongoing research, particularly on environmental conservation.
After a 2.5-hour guided tour, we'll return to the starting point with numerous pictures of giant tortoises and iguanas. Until next time!
Hotel Pickup
The tour includes pickup at hotels in Puerto Ayora. If you're staying elsewhere on the island, we'll instead meet at the Solymar Hotel.
Prices
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.