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4 day Galápagos Island Tour only Isabela

4 day Galápagos Island Tour only Isabela

Land Tour Intinerary

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Day 1: Arrival at Baltra - Transfer to Isabela Island

You can arrive to the Galapagos Islands only by flight either from Quito or Guayaquil (air ticket not included). An English-speaking guide will be waiting for you at the Baltra Island airport (GPS). He will then take you to Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz Island) for lunch.

Afterwards, the guide will lead you to the public speedboat towards Isabela Island. (departs at 14:00) for a two and a half hours ride.

Day 2: Isabela Island: Sierra Negra Volcano OR Los Tuneles

OPTION 1: Sierra Negra Volcano

Early in the morning (8:00 am), after breakfast, get ready for the Sierra Negra Volcano hike (comfortable clothes, walking shoes and a light rain jacket are recommended). Make sure your camera is stored in waterproof bags, wear some sunscreen, bring water, and a hat! Yourself will prepare your box lunch at the hotel with the foodstuff of your choice. We will then travel approximately 45 minutes by truck or bus to begin the 12 km hike (approx. 4 hours).

The hike is long in terms of distance, but not very difficult as the inclines and declines are quite gradual. (There is an option to ride horses for an additional cost, if interested please let us know beforehand). Sierra Negra Volcano has the second largest crater in the world, measuring approximately 6 miles in diameter and 300 feet deep. We will then reach Volcan Chico, which should provide a spectacular view of the islands.

OPTION 2: (Los Tuneles – extra cost)

There are two departure times for this tour, one at 08:00 am with return time at 13:00 pm approx., and one at 11:00 am, with return time at 16:00 pm. approx. The chosen departure time for your tour might vary; hence, you will be notified on the departure time for this day trip on the night before the tour.

Cabo Rosa aka. Los Tuneles is perhaps one of the most beautiful sights in the archipelago. Continuous volcanic eruptions petrified into tunnel-like lava formations right in the middle of the sea, and crystal clear turquoise water allows an amazing view of marine vegetation and playful sea lions.

The tour begins early at 8:00am via speedboat and the first stop is a small islet in the middle of the ocean, home to pelicans, blue-footed boobies, and sea lions. Finados snorkeling site is the next stop, where you can swim next to sea turtles, Tintoreras sharks (endemic to the islands), trumpet fish and surgeonfish.

With some luck, eagle and golden rays will come to this site too. Getting to Los Tuneles will take around 1 ½ – 2 hrs. Once there, the speedboat will navigate through various spots in and around the Lava Tunnels. Here you get the chance to do some more snorkeling and enjoy some short walks while observing the landscape and wildlife inhabiting the area. A box lunch on board will be provided for this day. Dinner will be served at the local specified restaurant.

Day 3: Isabela Island: Tintoreras Islet / Humedales Complex Hike

After breakfasts, get ready to visit to Tintoreras Islet. Make our way to the dock of Puerto Villamil in order to embark on small speedboats (12 passenger capacity). After a short ride (approx. 20 min.) we will arrive at Tintoreras Islet. The name of the islet derives from the sharks that inhabit in the waters surrounding the islet, the famous white-tipped fins Tintorera Sharks. The islet is one of the most fascinating places on Isabela Island.

Galapagos sea lions, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, Sally Lightfoot Crabs, sea turtles, pelicans, and Galapagos Penguins can all be found in this site. It is also one of main breeding sites for marine iguanas, and a great spot to get a close-up with them. After a hike around the islet, get back on the boat and cool off by snorkeling in the waters nearby. Swimming next to multicolor fish, starfish, sea urchins, and with luck manta rays, sharks, and sea lions is a major highlight in this excursion. After a fascinating experience we will return to the hotel for lunch.

In the afternoon, visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center of Isabela. Here you can observe a variety of species of giant tortoises. You will also hear how this center has successfully bred and raise the giant tortoises to preserve many endangered subspecies. Afterwards, we will visit the Wall of Tears (Muro de las Lagrimas).

Between 1946 and 1959 Isabela Island was used as a penal colony by the Ecuadorian government, and the prisoners were obligated to build this wall out of the sharp and hard volcanic rocks. The wall is 100 meters long and 7 meters high.  On the way back we will make a visit to a Lava Tunnel near the Wall- Visits to Mirador Orchilla, Estero de Isabela, and Playa del Amor are also programmed. We will then return to the hotel to rest before heading to dinner at a local restaurant specified by the guide.

Day 4: Transfer to Baltra Airport

On the final day we recommend waking up at 5:00 am to get ready for the transfer out to the dock,  in order to take the public speed boat to Santa Cruz, once in Puerto Ayora we have a breakfast, after a short rest we continue to  Baltra Island Airport (GPS) where you will catch your return flight to either Quito or Guayaquil.

The last visit to the Twin Craters on the way out will depend on the departure time of your flights and the general timings of the tour.

What's Included and what's not

Accommodation in economic class hotels.
All meals in Galapagos (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
All land and sea transportation within the Galapagos during the program.
Excursions and visits during the program.
Bilingual naturalist guides for each island and all activities.
Snorkeling Equipment (mask, fins, tube). 
Transfer Puerto Ayora – Isabela – Puerto Ayora by Public speedboat.
Transfer Baltra – Puerto Ayora – Baltra (by truck or by bus depending on group size)
Flight tickets to and from Galapagos islands
The visitors card á $ 20 p.p.
The Galapagos Entrance Fee a $ 100 p.p. 
Isabela Dock Fee for $ 10 p.p. 
Transportation Baltra Airport – Itabaca Channel – USD 5 p.p. (STC).
Transportation Itabaca Channel – Baltra Airport – USD 5 p.p. (STC).
Cost of the transfer between the hotels and the restaurants designated for the meals in each island.
Water taxi from dock to speedboat (depending on the tide) – $ 1.00 US per person per ride.
Soft-drinks and alcoholic beverages.

Notes

  • The Price for this tour is valid till December 2024. If you like to travel after this date, please, let us know?
  • The price is based on the use of a double room by two passengers.
  • Single travelers will pay a single supplement for this tour.
  • The price mentioned for this tour is for the accommodation in economic class hotels; If you like to have prices for the Tourist, Tourist Superior or First-Class accommodation, please, let us know.
  • All (flight) prices, itineraries and information are subject to change.
  • If you like to have the detailled information from this tour, please contact us
  • Itinerary is subject to change due to operational matters, Galapagos National Park dispositions or circumstances beyond our control (force majeure).
Price starting from: US$ 1,045.00

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4 days

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