Top Santa Cruz Sightseeing Tours in 2026

Walk alongside giant tortoises, swim in crystal clear waters, and discover the wildlife that makes Galapagos an extraordinary place. For four days, we take you to know the best of Santa Cruz with a complete program that includes hotel, breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and the itinerary activities. We take care of the organization; you enjoy every landscape. Feel the white sand of Tortuga Bay, cool down between the volcanic rock walls of Las Grietas, and explore German Beach. The hikes will bring you closer to the island's flora and fauna, while the lava tunnels and Los Gemelos will reveal its fascinating volcanic origin. You will meet the emblematic giant tortoises on private ranches and visit the Charles Darwin Scientific Station to get closer to the conservation of this unique destination. An experience that combines beaches, nature, and discovery, with everything coordinated from your arrival and an excellent value for money.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Experience the duality of Tortuga Bay, a paradisiacal white sand beach, with a private, organized excursion. Discover from "Playa Brava" to up-close encounters with majestic marine iguanas. Our expert guide will lead you to a viewpoint offering spectacular vistas before exploring the serene side of Tortuga Bay, with gentle waves and minimal currents. Traverse trails for sightings of endemic birds and a shark pool. Dive into crystal-clear waters for snorkeling, where encounters with sea turtles, rays and small sharks await. Ideal for those who wish to make the most of such a prestigious location and there is no better way to explore this site than with an experienced and knowledgeable underwater specialist, who will make sure you get the best snorkel experience. This calm beach at the same time is the pefect place to practise some snorkeling if you haven't done it before and as preparation for any snorkel trips by boat that you might participate in afterwards.

Explore the stunning Galapagos Islands over five thrilling days filled with unique wildlife and breathtaking beaches. Start with a visit to the Chatos Reserve to see giant tortoises in their natural habitat, followed by a delicious lunch at a private ranch. Hike to Tortuga Bay Beach for sunbathing and snorkeling, encountering sea turtles and iguanas. Enjoy boat trips to Santa Fe and Pinzon Island, where you can snorkel with sea lions and relax on pristine beaches. Conclude your adventure with a visit to the twin craters before heading to the airport.

The 5-day  program you will experience the highlights of the Galapagos Islands, you can choose from tourist  to luxury Class hotels.  Transportation, accommodation in double or single rooms, some meals included (Ecuadorian menu), and a bilingual naturalist guide, who will accompany you during the tours. If you are a single traveler it is possible to join the group tour and to stay in a private room upon a single charge. The highlights of this program are: in Santa Cruz   , El Chato, Twin Craters, Tortuga Bay, Cracks, Charles Darwin Station and  uninhabited island ( North Seymour or Pinzon or South Plazas or Floreana)

Explore Galapagos Island in a quick visit. If you do not have enough time in explore Galapagos this is your opportunity In this program we will explote in the first day the Charles darwin station, Tunnels and 1 Rancho with our professional guide, in the second day you have the optin ti take one excursion between Floreana, Pinzon and Santa fe Tour.

Experience the incredible nature and environment of Ecuador's Isabela Island on this relaxing overnight tour experience. Upon arrival at the dock of Puerto Villamil's, you'll be met by a local guide to lead your journey to the Isabela Island Wetlands Complex. See native animals including land turtles, flamingos and zarapitos alongside a diverse range of flora and fauna. Afterwards, hike up the Sierra Negra volcano to discover incredible views.

Discover the best of Isla Isabela on a 3-day adventure departing from Santa Cruz, with the convenience of having shipping and the main experiences organized in one program. Explore unique volcanic landscapes, observe the incredible wildlife of the Galapagos and enjoy iconic activities such as Sulphur Mines, Tintoreras and Cabo Rosa Tunnels. THE local team in Isabela coordinates every stage of the experience so you can make the most of your visit and enjoy one of the most spectacular destinations in the Galapagos.

Visit the largest of the Galapagos Islands on a 3-day excursion to Isabela Island from Santa Cruz. Join a small group and explore the many areas on the island including the wetlands, Los Tintoreras, the lava tunnels, and the Sierra Negra volcano. Spend most of your time observing local wildlife like turtles, iguanas, and blue-footed boobies while snorkeling, kayaking, and trekking.

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”.

Come with us in explore this two incredible island, Santa Cruz an Isabela. You will have great experiences visiting the most important places in Galapagos In this program you will visit the Charles Darwin station, Visit the Isabela Island included the wetlands and tintoreras tour, definitely the best option to explore Galápagos in 5 days.

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 economical way to explore the Galapagos Islands, on a land-based tour. Activities in this program include swimming, snorkeling, with marine animals, hiking, bird watching, and walking among giant Galapagos tortoises.

Complete your Galapagos Islands bucket list with ease on a 4-day small-group tour from Santa Cruz. With meals, transportation, accommodation, and daily tours arranged ahead of time, you won’t waste a second of your vacation stressing over bookings or itinerary planning. Excursions to Isabela Island, Franklin Bay, Canal del Amor, and other must-see destinations get you up close to world-famous wildlife, including sharks, sea turtles, and sea lions.

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 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.

Referred to as the “Enchanted Islands,” the Galapagos Islands, situated off the coast of Ecuador, boast thrilling adventures as well as relaxation. On this 3-night excursion, head to Santa Cruz from the Baltra Airport. Positioned at the center of the archipelago, it features rich flora and fauna along with rugged landscapes and dense forests. Here, you’ll witness the breeding process of the tortoises. Also visit Tortuga Beach where you can catch glimpses of animal and plant species, including the lava lizards, finches, and others.

Explore the island of Santa Cruz during your time in the Galapagos on this full-day excursion. Join your dedicated guide for a walk from Puerto Ayora to Tortuga Bay, where you can relax on the beach and visit the marine iguana sanctuary. Then, enjoy a delicious lunch before heading to the Charles Darwin Research Station to learn about the geology, climate, natural history, and conservation of the Galapagos Islands.

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 economical way to explore the Galapagos Islands, on a land-based tour. Activities in this program include swimming, snorkeling, with marine animals, hiking, bird watching, and walking among giant Galapagos tortoises.

We’re delighted to have you on board for this journey of discovery to some of the most beautiful islands in the Galapagos. This itinerary will take us to the true origins of the archipelago, to a world only recently created by the titanic tectonic upheavals of our Earth’s crust, whose volcanic hot spot formed the islands in a blink of an eye in geological time. Fernandina Island is regarded as one of the most pristine island environments anywhere in the world, where life has evolved in its natural state, far from the intervention of man. On Santa Cruz, we visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and get up close to giant tortoises in their natural environment. In the south, we learn about the Galapagos very own “murder mystery”, spot flamingos and snorkel at one of the best sites in the archipelago: Champion Islet. Back in the Central Islands, we head back to Baltra Island for the flight back to the mainland.