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Explore one of the most wildlife-rich islands in the Galapagos aboard a comfortable and well-equipped yacht designed to offer a smooth and relaxing sailing. Enjoy delicious meals on board, the attention of a friendly and experienced crew, and the guidance of a certified naturalist who will bring the landscape and its fascinating creatures to life. Before the tour, you will be given a detailed briefing so that you are fully prepared for the day. During the excursion, you can discover the fascinating underwater world of the archipelago by practicing snorkeling, using an exclusive high-end equipment of renowned brands such as Cressi and Scubapro. This tour combines unforgettable wildlife encounters – such as blue-footed boobies, frigates, yellow terrestrial iguanas, sea lions and marine species – with comfort, security and expert guidance, making it the ideal choice for those who want to experience the best of the Galapagos.
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North Seymour and Bachas or Mosquera Beach Yacht Day Tour
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Make the most of your vacation with a small-group day tour from Puerto Ayora to Isabela Island, offering an ideal Galapagos Islands experience that combines education and adventure. Explore Isabela Island's diverse flora and fauna during a ground tour, spotting land turtles, flamingos, and zarapitos. Later, enjoy swimming and snorkeling at las Tintoreras with tropical fish, penguins, and turtles for the ultimate wildlife excursion.
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Day Trip to Isabela Island and Tintoreras in Galápagos
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The Galapagos Islands are a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most bio-diverse places on earth, but you don’t have to take a pricey multi-day tour to experience Ecuador’s wildlife haven. Discover Seymour North Island on this full-day tour from Santa Cruz and marvel at blue-footed boobies, sea lions, and other wildlife. Hotel pickup is included.
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Seymour North Island & Las Bachas Full-Day Tour
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After pickup from your Puerto Ayora hotel, you’ll board a yacht bound for North Seymour Island. This day tour is a birdwatcher’s dream trip, with the likelihood to spot frigate birds, blue footed boobies, and swallow tailed gulls. Follow private guide on a hike around the island, before you enjoy swimming and snorkeling amongst the sea lions. Relax as you return to Puerto Ayora and are dropped off at your hotel.
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Day Trip to North Seymour Island from Puerto Ayora
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After pick up from your hotel in Puerto Ayora, board a yacht for your private trip to Bartolome Island. You’ll spend a fun filled day on one of the most photographed Galapagos islands. Your private guide will lead you to the top of the pinnacle rock. Afterwards, sunbath on the beach or snorkel through the lava formations. You may even get to swim with sea turtles and penguins.
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Day Trip to Bartolome Island from Puerto Ayora
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Embark on a captivating Santa Fe Island Fishing and Snorkeling Expedition, effortlessly blending wildlife exploration and relaxation. With a professional guide, provided lunch, and convenient hotel pick-up included, you enjoy the convenience of a curated experience, ensuring you focus on the fun, not the logistics. The expertly crafted tour enables you to maximize your snorkeling experience at two prime spots, encountering sea turtles, rays, and vibrant marine life.
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Day Trip Santa Fe and Playa escondida with Snorkeling
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Visit Bartolome Island and for a day of hiking and snorkeling with this small-group tour from Puerto Ayora. You'll take a hike up to the volcanic top of the island to take in great views of the surrounding area before continuing to Playa Dorada, known for its resident penguins. While at the beach, you'll get the chance to snorkel in the waters of Sullivan Bay before returning to Puerto Ayora.
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Full Day Bartolome Island & Sullivan Bay
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One day visit to the best of the city of Isabela plus a private tour to Tintoreras islet, ideal for short people without the opportunity to stay a couple of nights in Isabela and who want to know Isabela Island and see Galapagos penguins. Guaranteed way.
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Tour of the city to Isabela + Tintoreras from Santa Cruz
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This is the unique transportation to go from Hotels in Puerto Ayora to Baltra Airport. First we pick up you in your Hotel to go to Baltra airport, after this we will take the Canal de Itabaca to take the barcaza then we can go Baltra Airport
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Private Transfer from Hotels in Santa Cruz to Baltra Airport
30 to 45 minutes
Free Cancellation
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Discover even more Galapagos species on a full-day tour to North Seymour Island. Board your vessel in Santa Cruz and make your way to the island where you can observe red-breasted frigates, land iguanas, and blue-footed boobies. Then, head to Las Bachas beach for free time to relax and snorkel, observing even more species like sea lions, sea turtles, and even flamingos.
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Full Day Seymour North Island & Las Bachas
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This experience combines 50% cycling and 50% hiking to actively explore the Santa Cruz Highlands. The normal bike option follows a mostly descent route, quiet and suitable for most travelers. For those looking for a more dynamic experience, the e-bike allows you to travel sectors with steeper slopes in greater comfort. We will start at Parque San Francisco de Puerto Ayora, where we will pick up bikes and helmets before moving to Los Guayabillos. During the tour we will cross rural landscapes, agricultural areas, fruit trees and coffee plantations of the Galapagos. Upon arrival at Galapagos Frontier we will continue with a guided hike through the nature reserve to observe giant turtles in their natural habitat and explore impressive lava tunnels formed by ancient volcanic eruptions. Ideal for those looking to combine adventure, nature and physical activity.
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BiciTour Giant Turtles and Lava Tunnel in Galapagos
4 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
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Embark on a unique Galapagos adventure: Explore the majestic upper part of Santa Cruz Island by bike and immerse yourself in the wonder of nature! Pedal along picturesque trails, admire the iconic giant tortoises in their natural habitat, and let the magic of the Galapagos envelop you. Ready to live an unforgettable experience? Hop on your bike and join us to discover the wild beauty of the Santa Cruz Heights! ♂️ Remember to be prepared according to the season of your visit, it may be a humid season (rain and sun) and be prepared with repellent and sunscreen. The level of demand of the route is minimal, after knowing and seeing the turtles in their natural state we have a short section where the ascent tests our physique a little.
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GALAPAGOS in ELECTRIC BICYCLE + Giant Turtles
4 hours 30 minutes
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Explore the Galapagos in comfort and style aboard a 74-foot yacht. This guided tour from Puerto Ayora takes you to explore the unique landscapes of Santa Fé, home to the giant prickly pear cactus and the land iguana. You'll also discover South Plaza Island, home to a vast number of birds, from masked boobies and blue-footed boobies to pelicans and red-billed tropicbirds.
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9-Day Galapagos Island Hopping Tour | 3 Iconic Islands
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Get up close and personal with marine iguanas, sea lions, and hawks on a day trip to Santa Fe Island from Santa Cruz. Included hotel pickup ensures a smooth start. Once aboard the yacht, you’ll set off for Santa Fe Island. In addition to wildlife sightings, you’ll have time to enjoy Playa Escondida. The day tour also includes a filling lunch with a vegetarian option available.
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Full Day Santa Fe Playa escondida snorkeling tour
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Embark on a maritime journey on a small-group day tour to South Plaza Island and Punta Carrion. This wildlife-packed excursion is perfect for adventurous travelers who want to maximize their vacation time. After a yacht ride from Puerto Ayora, take a guided walk to discover terrestrial iguanas, hybrid iguanas, sea lions, and more. Next, snorkel the clear waters at Punta Carrion, where you may encounter whitefin sharks, sea turtles, and manta rays.
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Full Day Plazas & Carrion Point
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The tour starts from Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz, we will visit the most important point of Floreana island, this point has a lot history and it was discovered at 1535, the presence of whalers, pirates, the arrival of the baroness among other stories that make this island a worthy place to visit and explore. In this destination we can observe blue footed boobies, sea turtles and white-finned sharks
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Full-Day Tour to Floreana Island & Cave of Pirates
8 hours
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Discover the rich Galapagos Islands fauna that lives above ground and underwater on a small-group day tour to Playa la Fe and Pinzon Island. This immersive tour includes both land tours and snorkeling opportunities to ensure you get a comprehensive, stress-free wilderness experience. During a hike on Pinzon Island, keep your eyes peeled for marine iguanas, turtles, and Galapagos hawks. Underwater wildlife sightings may include white-tip sharks, eagle rays, and sea lions.
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Full Day Pinzon Island, Finishing in la Fe with Snorkeling
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