Discover the Land Based
About Galapagos Discovery
Galapagos Discovery is our balanced 6-day land-based journey designed for travelers who want the islands’ greatest hits with time to breathe. Split your stay between Santa Cruz and Isabela, waking to quiet beaches and ending days with Pacific sunsets. Trace giant tortoises in the Highlands, learn the science and stories behind conservation at the Charles Darwin Station, and board a full-day yacht to one of the iconic uninhabited islands—Bartholomew, North Seymour, South Plaza, or Santa Fe—chosen for the best conditions. On Isabela, walk the Tintoreras lava trails beside marine iguanas, spot flamingos in mirror-calm lagoons, then choose your big adventure: snorkel crystal arches at Los Túneles with turtles and reef sharks, or hike the vast caldera of Sierra Negra. Throughout, you’re led by certified naturalist guides, with quality snorkeling gear included and logistics handled end-to-end. Expect wildlife at arm’s length, comfortable hotels, smart pacing, and free time that lets the islands’ magic sink in.
Galapagos Discovery 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 Santa Cruz; Highlands & Charles Darwin Station
- Day 2 - Day tour to an uninhabited island (per availability)
- Day 3 - Ferry to Isabela; Tortoise Center & Flamingo Lagoon
- Day 4 - Choose: Los Túneles snorkel or Sierra Negra hike
- Day 5 - Tintoreras: coastal walk & snorkeling with wildlife
- Day 6 - Return to Santa Cruz; transfer to Baltra Airport
| Number of passengers | Prices Per Person |
|---|---|
|
1 |
$2.795 |
|
2 |
$1.855 |
|
3 |
$1.655 |
|
4 |
$1.620 |
|
5 |
$1.615 |
|
6 |
$1.575 |
*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 |
$3.300 |
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2 |
$2.075 |
|
3 |
$1.860 |
|
4 |
$1.760 |
|
5 |
$1.750 |
|
6 |
$1.695 |
*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 Discovery?
Because it blends the islands’ essentials with the freedom to savor them—without rushing or guesswork. You split time between Santa Cruz and Isabela, the perfect duo for first-timers: tortoises and science in the Highlands and Charles Darwin Station, then lava trails, penguin spots, and wide beaches on Isabela. A full-day yacht to an uninhabited icon (Bartholomew, North Seymour, South Plaza, or Santa Fe) adds the postcard views, while your flexible “big choice” day lets you tailor the trip: snorkel the cathedral-like arches of Los Túneles with turtles and reef sharks, or hike the vast caldera of Sierra Negra. Certified naturalist guides, quality snorkeling gear, and smart transfers keep everything seamless. Hotels are comfortable, walks are well-paced, and there’s built-in downtime for sunsets and shore strolls. With Tortuga Bay Travel Agency curating each step, you get meaningful wildlife encounters, smooth logistics, and the right balance of structure and spontaneity—so the islands truly sink in.
Activities you enjoy on the Galapagos Discovery
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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