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

At the scheduled time, we'll meet at your hotel in Puerto Ayora and walk together to the Charles Darwin Research Station. This biological research station, operated by the Charles Darwin Foundation, hosts tortoises, iguanas, and land birds. The tour provides information about these animals and the research conducted here.

The visit includes a walk through the giant cactus forests and the active breeding center. We will discuss ongoing research particularly related to environmental conservation.

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

Hotel Pickup

The tour includes pickup at hotels in Puerto Ayora. If you are staying elsewhere on the island, we will meet you at the Solymar Hotel.