All Santa Cruz Tours & Excursions in 2026

Swim with sea lions, blue sharks, rays and sometimes with penguins. named as one of the best snorkeling activities from the sannta cruz island, it will undoubtedly give you an experience of never forgetting

Discover Pinzon Island's vibrant birds, reptiles, and marine life on a day tour from Santa Cruz. This excursion is perfect for travelers interested in native wildlife both above and below the water. On the island, enjoy a walking tour through the candelabra cactus forest. Wildlife sightings may include blue-footed boobies, frigates, and marine iguanas. Later, snorkel with sea lions, manta rays, sea turtles, and more in clear waters.

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.

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.

With so much to do in Santa Cruz, it can be overwhelming to organize everything on your own. Make one of your adventures completely stress-free with a 3-hour afternoon tour to three of the island's top sights. Along with your naturalist guide, visit the Los Gremelos volcanic formations, hike the Scalesia Cloud forest, and get cozy with local wildlife at the Giant Tortoise Wildlife Reserve. Finally, have your camera ready for a jaunt through a lava tube.

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.

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.

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.

Discover the underwater wonders of Pinzon Island on this full-day snorkeling tour. Dive into rich marine life including sea lions, turtles, reef sharks, and rays, while enjoying a scenic boat ride 1.5 hours each way. After snorkeling, indulge in a delicious box lunch aboard the vessel before landing on the picturesque shores of Santa Cruz Island for a serene beach exploration. This tour offers a unique opportunity to experience the Galapagos' vibrant aquatic ecosystem with the guidance of a bilingual professional. Perfect for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. - Full-day tour lasting 7 to 8 hours with snorkeling and beach landing - Professional bilingual guide included for an informative experience - All necessary snorkeling equipment is provided for your convenience - Lunch served aboard the boat to enhance your day at sea

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.

The North Seymour Island allows you to discover (walking) frigate birds, blue footed boobies, herons, hawks, and swallow-tailed gulls sitting among the ledges and rocks. Engage on the trip to enjoy the whitest sand beach (Bachas Beach) next to the pink flamingo lake. The site to visit could be different according to the Galapagos National Park authorization. Enjoy snorkeling with sharks, sea lions, green turtles, marine iguanas, and a variety of marine wildlife.

Enjoy a swift and scenic transfer from Santa Cruz Island to San Cristobal with a small-group water transfer. Booking this service in advance enables you to avoid the stress of organizing last-minute transportation in one of the world’s top travel destinations. While overpriced flights only allow for small baggage, you can bring two suitcases and one piece of hand luggage aboard the boat, ensuring you don’t have to leave anything behind.

The Galapagos Islands are home to distinct species and populations of animals, including penguins, iguanas, sea lions, turtles, and more. Wildlife in the Galapagos Islands are uniquely unafraid of humans. This program is a more economic way to explore the Galapagos Islands, a land based tour. Activities in this program include swimming, snorkeling, with marine animals, hiking, bird watching, and walking among giant Galapagos tortoises.

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 Floreana Island on this full-day tour from Puerto Ayora, including highlights such as the Scalecias Forest, Asilo de la Paz, and the Black Beach, where you can swim and snorkel. Hotel pickup is included.

Explore the stunning landscapes of Bartolomé Island on this full-day land tour. Renowned for its iconic Pinnacle Rock, this volcanic islet offers breathtaking views accessible via a manageable hike. Encounter diverse wildlife, including Galapagos Penguins and marine iguanas, while enjoying activities such as snorkeling and swimming in the pristine waters. A bilingual guide enhances your experience with expert insights into the unique ecology of the Galapagos. Ideal for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers, this tour includes lunch and transportation from your hotel for a seamless experience. - Full-day tour to Bartolomé Island with hiking and snorkeling - Bilingual professional guide provides insights into local wildlife - Includes lunch, snorkeling equipment, and transportation from the hotel - Moderate difficulty level; suitable for travelers seeking adventure and nature experiences

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.

With its unique volcanic formations, Bartolome Island is the Galapagos reef that will make you feel like you are on another planet. The Day trip to Bartolome island from Puerto Ayora will take you to one of the most spectacular viewpoints of the islands, you will only have to climb 400 steps to get there! You will also visit Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island, where you will walk among penguins, hawks, or lava cactus and snorkel among sea turtles, multicolored fish, or white-tip sharks. This one-day guided tour includes a round trip transfer from Santa Cruz Island, lunch on board the yacht, and snorkeling equipment, so get your ducks in the water!

The Galapagos Islands are home to distinct species and populations of animals, including penguins, iguanas, sea lions, turtles, and more. Wildlife in the Galapagos Islands are uniquely unafraid of humans. This program is a more economic way to explore the Galapagos Islands, a land based tour. Activities in this program include swimming, snorkeling, with marine animals, hiking, bird watching, and walking among giant Galapagos tortoises.

Approximately 1000 kilometers west of the Ecuadorian mainland coast is the Galapagos archipelago. Over the centuries, changing ocean currents and airstreams have made it difficult for sailors to locate the islands; as a result they have become known as “the enchanted islands”. Due to their remote location, the islands have been able to maintain their unique flora and fauna despite human interference and are today considered a unique paradise on earth where we can relax and share the company of diverse wildlife. In 1835, after visiting four of the 11 islands, Charles Darwin was so profoundly inspired he developed his “Theory of Evolution”.

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

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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This is the unique transportation to go to Santa Cruz. First we pick up you in Baltra airport to go to the Canal de Itabaca to take the barcaza then we can go to Puerto Ayora , Santa Cruz

Venture to some of the most remote parts of the Galapagos Islands on a spacious luxury yacht. The small-group tour is led by a naturalist guide and filled with opportunities for wildlife-spotting—see sea lions, frigate birds, nazca boobies, blue-footed boobies, petrels, pelicans, flamingos, and more. You'll also enjoy snorkeling in marine wildlife-filled waters, fishing, and exploring unique landscapes.