Galapagos Island Hopping

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Adventure Tour

5 Days/4 Nights
South America
From $1,965.00 per person
Twin Share

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About this trip

This 5 day tour is designed for those wanting an alternative to cruising the Galapagos Islands. This tour allows time on the actual island to see the wildlife and explore the natural wonders by day. As well as time to stay at two different hotels on Santa Cruz. Excursions are conducted by local naturalist guides and local ferries take you between islands. By staying on the island, you will have the chance to meet the local communities and eat in local restaurants; giving you a wonderful insight into the lives of the locals. You can also choose what activities and sights are most suited to your own interests and see them at your own pace. Activities include seeing the giant tortoises, land iguanas, frigate birds and sea lions as well as some walks and hikes to enjoy the views of the unique volcanic landscape that make up these islands.

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Pricing:

5 Days/4 Nights

Price per person from

Superior $1,965
Price Includes:
- Accommodation in standard hotels on a twin share basis
- Meals as specified
- All transfers
- Ferries and speed boat as per tour
- Excursions with a naturalist guide
Terms and Conditions:

Terms and conditions apply. Please contact South American Travel Specialists for full details.

Ph: (61-3) 9576 1980

Fax: (61-3) 9576 2590

Email: info@thetravelspecialists.net.au

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Itinerary

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Day 1 Arrive Santa Cruz Island
On arrival, you will be met and taken to the Highlands area of Santa Cruz Island to see the famous Giant Tortoises in their natural habitat, before being transferred to Puerto Ayora for check in at your local hotel for your 4 night stay (L, D)
Day 2 Bartholome Island
Today you will be taken by ferry for a day tour of Bartholome Island, a small island known for its “Pinnacle Rock”. Here you will learn about the volcanic landscape of the island and see different species of the area, like the Lava Lizard and local Cacti. You will be able to hike to the view point for a magnificent view of the Pinnacle Rock, which is sharply contrasted with the volcanic landscape, and the turquoise waters of the surrounding beaches. There will be time for snorkelling before returning to your hotel (B L D)
Day 3 Seymour Island
This morning you will be taken by ferry to Seymour Island, a wonderful place to observe Land Iguanas, Frigate Birds, Blue Footed Boobies and Sea Lions. Here you will be able to hike around the area as well as have time to snorkel to see the variety of different fish species as well as a chance to swim with sea lions. You will then return back to your hotel ( B L D)
Day 4 Plazas Island
South Plazas, on Plazas Island, is situated just off the East coast of Santa Cruz Island, which is accessed by speedboat. This island, despite its size, has a large concentration of wildlife, including Swallow Tailed Gulls, Red Billed Tropic Birds, Frigate Birds and Pelicans as well as land Iguanas. You will also have a chance to walk through a small forest of beautiful Prickly Pear trees, where you may see the Land Iguanas. After lunch you will continue back to your hotel (B L D)
Day 5 Depart
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight back to the mainland (B)