5 Day Galapagos Island Hopping Tour: Los Tuneles and Isabela

4.4(8)5 daysEnglish, SpanishBook 36 hours aheadGalapagos Islands, Ecuador

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$1,683

Embark on an unforgettable Galapagos Island Hopping Tour designed just for you, courtesy of Rebecca Adventure Travel! As a leading expert in responsible and immersive travel experiences, we've carefully curated this tour to ensure you get the most out of your adventure while staying within your budget. With an English-speaking guide by your side, you'll have access to a wealth of knowledge and insights about these enchanting islands. Enjoy the comfort of standard tourist-class hotels, carefully selected by our team, offering private rooms and bathrooms for your utmost comfort. Delight in delicious meals that showcase the flavors of the region, and travel hassle-free with transportation arrangements all taken care of. Get ready to create cherished memories and experience the true magic of the Galapagos Islands with Rebecca Adventure Travel! Your dream getaway awaits!

Included

Snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel, fins and life vest.
Transportation on and between the Islands as described in the itinerary.
Airport pickup and drop off at Baltra airport at your arrival/departure time.
24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish.
Accommodation in a single, double or triple room x 4 Nights (based on number of travelers).
Lunch
Breakfast
Transportation between Baltra Airport – Itabaca Channel each way.

Not included

Round trip flights from mainland Ecuador to Galapagos Islands.
Food & drinks that are not mentioned in the itinerary.
Entrance fee for the Galapagos National Park.
Water Taxi around $ 1 p.p. (small boat that takes you from the speedboat to the harbor and back)
For rent: wetsuit (recommended between May – November): $ 5 p.p. per day (cash only)
Personal travel & health insurance.
Optional tips for the guide.
Migratory Control Card / Ingala Transit Card: $ 20 p.p. (cash only)
Isabela dock fee: $ 10 p.p. (cash only)

What you'll do

Isabela Island
Galapagos, Ecuador
Option 1: Itinerary for flights arriving at Baltra before 12:00 PM At Baltra airport, an English speaking guide will pick you up to go to Puerto Ayora to enjoy your lunch. After lunch you’ll take the speedboat to Isabela Island. This can be a bumpy ride so provide yourself a waterproof jacket and motion sickness medication if necessary. Upon arrival on Isabela Island, a driver will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel.
6 hours
Santa Cruz Island
Ecuador
Option 2: Itinerary for flights arriving at Baltra after 12:00 PM If your flight is scheduled to arrive after 12:00 PM, you’ll stay at Santa Cruz Island on the first day because the last speedboat to Isabela Island leaves around 03:00 PM. You won’t have lunch in this case. The rest of the tour usually looks like this: Day 2: Santa Fe, Day 3 Bahia half day tour & Charles Darwin Station, Day 4 morning boat to Isabela, Los Tuneles, Day 5 morning boat to Santa Cruz and transfer out.
6 hours

Los Tuneles
Puerto Villamil, Ecuador
Start your morning with a visit to Flamingo Lagoon, the largest coastal lagoon in the Galapagos, home to vibrant pink flamingos. Then, take a boat from Puerto Villamil to Los Tuneles, Isabela Island’s top snorkeling spot. Explore clear, calm waters and encounter wildlife like sea lions, marine iguanas, manta rays, Galapagos penguins, and more. This 6-hour adventure includes boat rides, a snack, and a short hike.
6 hours

Charles Darwin Research Station
Ave Charles Darwin 854, Puerto Ayora, Ecuador
At 06:00 AM you will go to Santa Cruz Island and have breakfast. Then, you’ll go to the Charles Darwin Research Station where the guides will explain more about the famous giant tortoises. After lunch, you will go on the “Bay Tour” and visit the highlights around Puerto Ayora. The first destination will be La Loberia where you find sea lions. Next you will go to Punta Camaño Islet where you will snorkel with sea lions and a large variety of fish. Your next activity will be a visit to the Channel of Love. Finally Playa de Los Perros. This is a 15-minute walk until you reach the beach where you will observe dog crab colonies, marine iguanas and unparalleled scenic views.
6 hours

Santa Fe Island
Santa Fe Island, Ecuador
Brace yourself for an encounter unlike any other. Today you will either visit Santa Fe or Pinzon Islands. This will depend on the Galapagos National Park Regulations and will be decided on the day the tour operates. If you visit Santa Fe, you will discover a pristine bay with crystal-clear waters for a thrilling snorkeling adventure. Following this, a wet landing awaits at Playa Escondida or the Garrapatero Beach on Santa Cruz Island, giving you ample time to explore this mesmerizing beach. Alternatively, the Pinzon Island tour unveils an amazing display of marine iguanas and playful sea lions. La Fe, is a picturesque beach cradled by mangroves and rocky terrain, showcasing an array of captivating marine life from sea turtles to small sharks and colorful fish. During this specific day tour, you will also have the opportunity to experience "Pezca Vivencial" which is translated as "experiential fishing" focused on the enjoyment and personal connection, rather than just the catch.
6 hours

After breakfast, you will travel to Baltra Airport with a Spanish speaking drive
r, where you will depart to Quito or Guayaquil.
2 hours

Meeting and pickup

6 locations

Pickup details

Address: Baltra Airport Rd, Baltra

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Meeting
Baltra Airport
Ecuador
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End point

End

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
It is recommended to book flights with an early arrival time to the Galapagos Islands and a late departure time from the Galapagos Islands to make sure you can enjoy all of the activities of the tour. Late arrivals and/or early departures mean you might miss some activities.
If your flight is delayed or canceled and you cannot make it to Puerto Ayora in time to take the last speedboat to Isabela Island, which departs around 14:00, the team assist you with finding accommodation on Santa Cruz Island but this will be on your own expense. You will miss the planned activities.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.