Santa Cruz Arrival Experience a stress-free journey from your hotel pickup to Quito Airport, where our representative guides you through check-in. Upon arrival in Baltra, Galapagos, explore the awe-inspiring Twins Craters and the lush Scalesia forest. Venture into the Highlands and the Lava Tunnels of Santa Cruz to witness the famed giant tortoises in their natural habitat and various endemic land birds. Enjoy a delightful lunch amidst nature before transferring to your hotel in Puerto Ayora.

Santa Cruz Tortuga Bay Discover the beauty of Tortuga Bay, a top-ranking beach globally, accessible through a 1.5-mile walk amidst a dry zone, giant cacti, and native Galapagos flora. Experience two contrasting bays: the first, home to nesting turtles and powerful waves, and the second, a serene spot ideal for relaxation and swimming. Enjoy a refreshing kayak expedition in this unique environment of cacti and mangroves. After returning to Puerto Ayora, treat your senses with a live chocolate-making demonstration at an artisanal chocolatier. Indulge in the finest Ecuadorian Arriba Cocoa, sampling an array of exquisite chocolates, including a delightful turtle bonbon.

Boarding the Galapagos Endemic Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, receive assistance and transfer to the M/C Endemic. Venture to Dragon Hill on Santa Cruz Island in the afternoon, where you can walk among land iguanas, once nearly extinct species. Experience a diverse bird population, including pintail ducks, flycatchers, and warblers, and catch sight of flamingos at the lagoon. Enjoy a short trek to the top of the hill for breathtaking views, followed by offshore snorkeling before returning to the yacht. The day’s activities include walking and snorkeling with a dry landing. This easy-difficulty tour is perfect for nature enthusiasts.

Endemic Galapagos Catamaran Start your day with a tour of Kicker Rock, an impressive geological formation home to various seabirds. Then, explore Witch Hill’s fantastic rock formations and white sandy beach via a dinghy ride, offering excellent snorkeling opportunities. In the afternoon, visit Lobos Island to observe a small population of blue-footed boobies, frigates, and marine iguanas. Snorkeling with sea lions in this peaceful bay highlights this easy-level tour, including walking, dinghy rides, and snorkeling with wet and dry landings.

Endemic Galapagos Catamaran Explore the southernmost island of the Galapagos, Española Island, home to unique wildlife like the Hood-Mockingbird, masked and blue-footed boobies. Start your day by swimming at the beautiful Gardner Bay, where snorkelers may encounter fish, turtles, sharks, and playful sea lions. Visit the nearby Osborn and Gardner islets for more underwater adventures. After lunch, discover Point Suarez, one of the archipelago’s top wildlife areas, boasting many species along its cliffs and beaches. Activities include snorkeling, dinghy rides, kayaking and short walks, easy-level difficulty, and wet landings.

Endemic Galapagos Catamaran Start your day exploring Santa Fe island, known for its diverse trails leading to the tallest Opuntia cactus in the Galapagos or the highlands where land iguanas roam. After a long walk, enjoy swimming or snorkeling with sea lions. In the afternoon, visit the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, also known as Charles Darwin Research Station, where you can learn about different tortoise subspecies being prepared for reintroduction to their natural habitats. Head to the Highlands of Santa Cruz to witness giant tortoises in the wild and engage in birdwatching. End the day with a walk into lava caves to view the massive lava flows that formed the islands. Activities include walking, snorkeling, and a moderate-difficulty dry landing.

Depart the Galapagos Endemic Explore the unique landscape of South Plazas island, adorned with Sesuvium plants and Opuntia cactuses. This location offers remarkable wildlife observations, including easily spotted land iguanas often seen under the shade of cactuses. The day involves an easy-level walking activity with no landing. After exploring South Plazas, transfer to Baltra airport for your return flight to mainland Ecuador, with assistance and a farewell at the airport.