Adventure Itinerary
- 5 days 4 nights
- Arrival to San Cristobal the capital of the province of Galapagos, it is characterized of its devoted people is mainly fishing and tourism activities that have come to develop in a sustainable way the environment. Since a hundred years ago San Cristobal Island has always been inhabited it is mainly because of its many sources of fresh water, located in the mountain inside the island.
- A guide will be waiting for you at San Cristobal airport to transfer you to the hotel. Check in,
time to leave your luggage in your room to go the first visit. - INTERPRETATION CENTER & TIJERETAS
It is located at the northern limit of the city, was built in 1998 by the Galapagos National Park Management and the Spanish Agency for International Cooperation (AECID).
It is made up of three autonomous constructions connected by footbridges and footpaths, exhibition and conference rooms, a natural history room that explains the origin of the islands, a human history room that describes the presence of man since the discovery of the Galapagos and the room of conservation where it shows the interest to protect and preserve the environment. In addition, it has some self-guided trails, an open-air auditorium, some ship-scale models and a high-relief geographic chart of the islands. - Afterwards, we will visit Las Tijeretas Hill, located within walking distance of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. It takes its name from the large number of frigates or «tijeretas» that inhabit and nest in this area.
Highlights: Frigate birds, cacti, red mangroves
Possible Activities: Snorkeling, swimming
Type of Landing: Dry landing
Difficulty: Easy - CAROLA POINT BEACH
Located on the trails behind the visitor’s center, Punta Carola is only a few minutes’ walk from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. It’s a small, sandy beach, home to sea lions and shore birds. In Punta Carola you can see exotic flora and fauna. There is ideal for surf. Even, so if you’re looking for a place to put down a towel and relax for a while, this is a better bet. Return to the hotel. Accommodation in San Cristobal. - Highlights: Sea lions, shore birds
- Possible Activities:
- Surfing, Snorkeling
- Type of Landing: Dry landing
- Difficulty: Easy
- Breakfast. Based on availability we can confirm one of the following tours:
- BOX LUNCH ON BOARD
- LOBOS ISLAND- OCHOA BEACH: Isla Lobos is a small islet located approximate 40 minutes from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. As its name implies this is a large amount of sea lions where you can swim and snorkel, it can also be seen nesting colonies of birds such as blue-footed boobies, masked and frigates. Afterwards you will be able to snorkel in the protected bay nearby. Following a lunch on board you will relocate to Ochoa Beach where you can walk on the sand, snorkel some more or relax in the sun. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.
- KICKER ROCK (LEON DORMIDO): From the Highlands in San Cristobal you can see a lion shape, it consists of a rock with in the form of an obelisk that emerges from the sea. Between the rocks is formed a channel where you can practice snorkel and dive. Lunch on board. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.
- Breakfast. This small lake, which is 650 meters high is a good place to admire the changes in vegetation that covers the islands. This lake is on the inside of a dormant crater.
- It is the only island that is blessed with the benefit of fresh water.
- Galapaguera was built in 2002 with the purpose of increasing the population of the endemic giant tortoises of San Cristóbal(Geochelone chathamensis).Â
- There are 12 hectares of dry forest in the Cerro Verde sector. It has a small interpretation center, where you can learn more about these reptiles and programs for their conservation and reproduction.Â
- Our next visit will be to Chinese Port, it is located 45 minutes from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, white sand beach, you can access this site by walking about 10 to 15 minutes. It is also an ideal place to relax observe seabirds feeding.Â
- LOBERIA
- It is a good place not to lose sight of the colonies of wolves and marine iguanas. Here you can see the coastal vegetation and dry where is common mangrove, salt marsh, muyuyo and palo verde, this place is ideal for surfing. Lunch at local restaurant
- Return to the Hotel. Accommodation.
- Breakfast. Time to enjoy of San Cristobal on your own or you can confirm one of these optional tours:
- OPTION 1: ESPAÑOLA ISLAND (BL)
- Shared service
- Departure at 07:30 pm from the San Cristobal dock, bound for the island of Española, After an approximate navigation between 01:40 and 02:00, arrival at Punta Suarez, where we disembark on the path and later walk along from the same we can observe a large number of birds such as Albatros de Española, Blue-footed Boobies, Nazca
- Boobies, Cucuve de Española, tropical birds, the Galapagos Hawk, as well as the Spanish Red-green Iguana, colonies of sea lions among others.
- Back on the boat we continue to Gardner islet, in the activities you will always be accompanied by the Naturalist Guide, who will give them explanations about the visiting sites and will answer their concerns regarding them. Return to San Cristobal between 16:30 and 17:00.Â
- OPTION 2: PITT POINTÂ
- Shared service
- Departure from the San Cristobal pier to Punta Pitt.
- Arrival at Pitt Islet, there is a checkdive and a first dive for divers and also for snorkellers.
- Panga Ride ride and arrival at Punta Pitt, here a second dive is made for divers and also a second snorkel.
- Paseo Panga Ride Disembark at Cerro Pitt Beach where you can relax and take a walk where you can observe the Blue-footed Boobies and Red-legged Boobies in their nesting places. Always accompanied by the Naturalist Guide. Being back around 5:00 p.m. to the San Cristobal dock.Â
- *Private service
- An assistance will pick you up from the hotel to be transferred to the San Cristobal airport and take the flight to the mainland. End of services.
- HAPPY RETURN TO HOME!
Highlight
San Cristóbal is one of the easternmost islands in the Galápagos archipelago and a popular destination known for its rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes. It features beautiful white-sand beaches like Playa Mann and Puerto Chino, perfect for relaxing and spotting unique wildlife such as sea lions, marine iguanas, and exotic birds. The island is also home to the Interpretation Center, where visitors can learn about the natural history and conservation of the Galápagos. Additionally, the famous Kicker Rock (León Dormido) is a highlight for diving and snorkeling, surrounded by spectacular marine life.
Tour includes
- Transfer in/out with private transportation
- Accommodation in double occupancy + breakfast in selected hotel or similar
- Meals detailed in the itinerary
- Excursions detailed in the itinerary in private and shared service
- English Naturalist Guide
Tour does not include
- Any meal not mentioned
- All drinks
- Tips and personal expenses
- Air tickets Quito – Galapagos -Quito
- Transit Control Card US$20.00 per person subject to change
- Galapagos National Park Entrance fee US$ 200.00 per person subject to change
- Wetsuit (available for rent)
- Additional activities
- Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Any item not mentioned in the package.
Important Notes:
- Departures every day of the week.
- Departures from 2 passengers
- Guides in French, German, Portuguese or Italian with an extra supplement.Â
- Hotels can be changed in the same category depending of the availability of them.
- Rates Not valid for Christmas and New Year (supplements applied)
- Rates and spaces subject to availability.
- The itinerary may be subject to change due to timetable variations in: international and domestic flights, trains, buses, delay in rivers and lakes due to weather conditions, social unrest or natural catastrophes and technical malfunction (planes). If that is the case, the best alternative will always be sought to the passengers. Additional charges will be paid by the passenger.
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