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Galapagos Island Hopping

On this page: Overview | Itinerary | Pricing

Overview

Instead of a live aboard ship, you can "island hop" to the different islands while staying at hotels on land. There are daily departures, and this is a great option if the cruises are full or if you prefer not to live on a boat for a week.

Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrival in Quito or Guayaquil, transfer to hotel and overnight

DAY 2: Transfer to airport, fly to Baltra, visit the Highlands of Santa Cruz and Charles Darwin Station, overnight hotel (L)  

DAY 3: Trip to Isabella: Giant Tortoises Breeding Center - Flamingos Lagoon, overnight hotel (BL)

DAY 4: Sierra Negra Volcano (4 hours trekking) - Campo Duro Farm - Concha y Perla Bay, overnight hotel (BL)

DAY 5: The Tunnels of Cape Rosa- Tintoreras - Wall of Tears - Isabella Paths, overnight hotel (BL) 

DAY 6: Isabella Island - Puerto Ayora - Twins Craters, transfer to Baltra, fly to Quito or Guayaquil, overnight hotel (B)

DAY 7: Transfer to airport, depart

NOTE: Itinerary is subject to change and lodging is based on availablility.

Pricing

Number in travel group: 2-3 4-5 6+ Single Supplement
Tourist Class Hotels $1185 $945 $880 $345
Tourist Superior Hotels $1280 $1005 $955 $430
First Class Hotels $1480 $1205 $1150 $540

Hotels

Price does not include flights to Galapagos, national park fees, Galapagos tourist card, Isabela departure tax ($5), wet suit, unspecified meals, and any personal expenses.