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About Galapagos Explorer
Galapagos Explorer is a smart island-hopping route that mixes iconic wildlife, top snorkeling, and flexible pacing without living on a boat. Start in San Cristobal for highland tortoises and the emerald crater lake of El Junco, then drift beside sea lions and schooling fish at Kicker Rock on a guided snorkel. Continue to Santa Cruz to walk the lush highlands and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station, before a full-day yacht outing to one of the famed uninhabited islands where blue-footed boobies, marine iguanas, and reef views steal the show. Sail onward to Isabela for two tailored choices Los Tuneles snorkeling through lava arches with turtles and rays or the Sierra Negra volcano hike across otherworldly terrain. Wrap up with Tintoreras islet for a shore walk and calm snorkel over white-tip sharks at rest. Nights are spent in comfortable hotels on San Cristobal, Santa Cruz, and Isabela, with luggage handled, permits organized, and free time built in so your adventure stays easy, memorable, and truly yours.
Galapagos Explorer Itineraries
Explore flexible itineraries that mix signature highlights with hidden gems. Choose day trips or multi-day combos, add snorkeling or hikes, and use smart timing tips to dodge crowds and make the most of daylight.
- Day 1 - Arrive San Cristobal; El Junco & Galapaguera visit
- Day 2 - Kicker Rock snorkeling tour
- Day 3 - Ferry to Santa Cruz; Highlands & Darwin Station
- Day 4 - Day tour to Bartolome/North Seymour/Plaza/Santa Fe
- Day 5 - Ferry to Isabela (morning or afternoon)
- Day 6 - Los Tuneles snorkel or Sierra Negra hike
- Day 7 - Tintoreras walk & snorkeling
- Day 8 - Return to Santa Cruz; Baltra airport transfer
| Number of passengers | Prices Per Person |
|---|---|
|
1 |
$3.810 |
|
2 |
$2.380 |
|
3 |
$2.130 |
|
4 |
$2.075 |
|
5 |
$2.050 |
|
6 |
$1.990 |
*This itinerary can also be adapted to your needs. Please speak to a sales person with details of the changes you’d like to make.
| Number of passengers | Prices Per Person |
|---|---|
|
1 |
$4.550 |
|
2 |
$2.680 |
|
3 |
$2.390 |
|
4 |
$2.290 |
|
5 |
$2.265 |
|
6 |
$2.215 |
*This itinerary can also be adapted to your needs. Please speak to a sales person with details of the changes you’d like to make.
Why choose the Galapagos Explorer?
Choose Galapagos Explorer if you want the best mix of iconic sites, smooth logistics, and room to breathe. You visit three key islands San Cristobal, Santa Cruz, and Isabela so wildlife variety and landscapes feel fresh every day. Snorkel Kicker Rock for schooling fish, turtles, and reef sharks, then enjoy a full day yacht outing to an uninhabited island where blue footed boobies and marine iguanas steal the show. On Isabela you pick your pace Los Tuneles snorkeling through lava arches or the Sierra Negra volcano hike across otherworldly terrain. Hotels on land keep nights quiet and comfortable, with easy walks to cafés and beaches and less time at sea. Daily plans balance guided highlights with free time for photos and sunset strolls. All permits, gear, and inter island transfers are coordinated so the journey feels effortless. Couples, families, and photographers love the flexible pacing, reliable service, and the sense that each day adds a new chapter to the same unforgettable story.
Activities you enjoy on the Galapagos Explorer
Unforgettable activities turn your Galapagos journey into a once in a lifetime experience, creating memories you will always keep.
Close up views of endemic wildlife
Watch blue footed boobies, marine iguanas and giant tortoises in their habitats with respectful, guided encounters.
Guided hiking on iconic island trails
Walk lava fields, beaches and highlands as guides reveal geology, endemic plants and wildlife behaviors at every stop.
Snorkeling in crystal clear waters
Swim with sea turtles, rays and reef fish; easy entry from the yacht and support from naturalist guides for all levels.
Details of This Tour
Review the cruise details and specifications to plan without surprises. Clear information puts you in control of your trip from packing to every landing, so you can enjoy with confidence from start to finish.
- Assistance at Baltra Airport.
- Transfers IN/OUT. GALAPAGOS.
- Land and sea transportation.
- Accommodation at the selected hotel (with pool).
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, based on a set menu at the hotel.
- Purified water in dispensers.
- Snorkeling on boat tours.
- Authorized Galapagos National Park guides.
- Excursions, land and sea visits (as per itinerary).
- § Transportation included: 1 round trip per package
- Airfare.
- Transit control card: $20 per person (Quito or Guayaquil Airport).
- Snorkeling equipment for activities not specified.
- Transportation to the Itabaca Channel (Baltra) by "Lobito" bus: Adults $5.00, children up to 11 years old, seniors, and people with disabilities $2.50
- Bilingual tour guide.
- Isabela dock fee: $5 for nationals / $10 for foreigners (depending on the itinerary).
- Santa Cruz dock fee: $1 per person.
- Baltra – San Cristóbal airport tax: $10 (if no check-in).
- Any extra or personal expenses not detailed in these programs.
- Single room supplement applies
- Our tour services are shared.
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