Early morning bus transfer to Itabaca Canal to board the yacht that will take us on the tour of this island with turquoise waters and beautiful white sand beaches. Leave early in the morning with approximately 2-hour navigation to reach the volcanic shores of Bartolome. This is one of the youngest islands of the Galapagos Archipelago where we can see fascinating formations of lava flows, lava bombs and volcanic cones.

Upon arrival, climb a staircase and from the top, you will see a spectacular landscape of two beautiful bays. This is one of the most representative images of the Galapagos archipelago. Near Pinnacle Rock you can also see two beautiful beaches in the form of a crescent. After hiking, you will have the opportunity to snorkel in the bay, where we can hopefully observe sea turtles, sharks, white tip reef, tropical fish, sea lions and many other unique marine species. Also, this is the perfect area to observe the Galapagos Penguins.

Accommodation: Local Ecolodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Early morning water transfer to Isabela Island. Upon arrival we will take a short boat ride to the Cabo Rosa Tunnels. This is one of the best places for snorkeling on the Galapagos Islands. Cabo Rosa is the result of lava platforms that collapsed into the sea, which created a unique landscape of hundreds of lava tunnels and bridges of lava. The tunnels are a marine paradise and home to many species such as white tip reef sharks, manta rays, seahorses, galapagos penguins, sea turtles, sea lions, giant mantas, colorful fish, blue-footed boobies, and more.

Accommodation: Hotel on Isabela Island (walking distance to beach)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast and then head snorkeling in the nearby bay, however, if you want to take some more relaxed time to enjoy walking along the pristine beach or explore the island… it is up to you. Those who venture out on some of the trails near the hotel will discover a unique wetland ecosystem which is home to a variety of interesting wading birds and other wildlife. After taking the morning to enjoy the island we return to the hotel for a quick shower and lunch.

Lunch and transfer back to Santa Cruz Island. In the afternoon we can take some time to explore local lava tunnels or take a taxi into town to wander the shops & boardwalk in Puerto Ayora.

Accommodation: Local Ecolodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Morning bus transfer to Itabaca for an appx. 1.5-hour navigation to North Seymour Island, which is a great place for hiking. Here there is a circular path about 2 miles long that crosses through the interior of the island and takes us to explore its unique ecology. This trail will take you through some of the largest seabird colonies in the Galapagos Islands.

Here you may have the opportunity to observe the courtship behavior Magnificent Frigatebirds inflating their balloon-like gular sacs & if you are lucky the courtship dance of Blue-footed Boobies. These are some of the more curious attractions of the Galapagos. After lunch, we have the chance to snorkel at a nearby beach which is frequented by sea turtles.

We will return at appx. 5pm for transfer back to the lodge.

Accommodation: Suymar Ecolodge.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Morning transfer to Puerto Ayora for an appx. 1.5-hour navigation to Santa Fe Island. As we navigate near the island’s huge precipices, we can observe a forest of giant endemic cactus and colonies of seabirds, including pelicans, boobies and gulls. On the north end of the island, we will arrive to a calm turquoise bay, inhabited by a large number of sea lions. This is an ideal place to snorkel, swim with sea lions, tropical fish, and occasionally observe and swim with sea turtles.

Lunch on board.

After lunch we will visit the Hidden Beach where we have the opportunity to enjoy the marine iguana population on the beach and explore this unique coastal ecosystem.

Farewell dinner in Puerto Ayora and time to buy any last-minute souvenirs.

Accommodation: Local Ecolodge.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast and morning departure from Suymar Ecolodge to Baltra Airport (GPS) in time for your departing flight.

Included: Breakfast

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