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Ecuador's Treasures: Exploring the Galápagos Islands
Overview
Delve into the captivating beauty of Ecuador with a journey that seamlessly blends vibrant city life with the pristine wonders of the Galápagos Islands. In Guayaquil, explore Ecuador’s bustling coastal city, where you’ll immerse yourself in its rich culture. The heart of the Galápagos, Santa Cruz Island, offers unforgettable encounters with wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. Discover a Giant Tortoise Farm, where you’ll walk among these iconic creatures in their natural habitat, gaining insights into their remarkable history and conservation. Set sail on private yacht explorations, where you’ll enjoy a delightful breakfast on board while expert guides share the fascinating story of the islands’ evolution. Visit the serene Bahía Borrero, a picturesque beach where you can relax on soft sands or snorkel offshore to encounter playful sea lions, majestic sea turtles, and colorful marine creatures. Whether you're soaking in the tranquility of the beaches or exploring beneath the waves, this journey is a perfect blend of discovery, relaxation, and adventure.
Itinerary in Detail
DAY 1 — Guayaquil
Upon arrival in Ecuador, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.
Hotel: Hotel del Parque
DAY 2 — Guayaquil – Baltra - Santa Cruz Island
This morning, after breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to the airport for your flight to Baltra. Upon arrival in Baltra, a private transfer awaits to the Itabaca Channel, where you’ll embark on a short boat ride to Santa Cruz Island. Following this scenic boat ride, relax during a beautiful drive to your hotel. Upon arrival, consider exploring some of the hotel’s amenities, such as the Sumaq Spa or swimming in the infinity pool. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at your leisure.
Hotel: Pikaia Lodge
DAY 3 — Santa Cruz Island
Today, enjoy a private transfer Santa Cruz Island, for a day of exploration. Your adventure will begin with a visit to the Los Gemelos sinkholes and the Scalesia Forest. Next, you’ll explore a Giant Tortoise Farm at Rancho Chato II, where you can learn about these incredible creatures. Afterward, visit the Lava Tunnels, where you'll explore fascinating formations created by ancient volcanic activity. Marvel at the hardened outer shell left behind as molten lava flowed beneath the surface, carving out these remarkable subterranean passages. Following this, enjoy a private transfer back to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at your leisure.
Hotel: Pikaia Lodge
DAY 4 — Santa Cruz Island
Today, begin your day with a private yacht experience, departing directly from your hotel. Savor a delicious breakfast on board as expert guides share fascinating insights into the island’s rich history and evolution. Enjoy a snorkeling stop, where you’ll encounter rare and captivating marine life in crystal-clear waters. Later, indulge in a gourmet lunch on board. As the day winds down, the yacht will return to your hotel just before sunset, allowing you to unwind and enjoy the rest of your evening at leisure.
Hotel: Pikaia Lodge
DAY 5 — Santa Cruz Island
Today, following breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to the Charles Darwin Scientific Research Centre. Here, you'll learn about the history and evolution of the island, with a particular focus on the Giant Tortoise. Next, visit Puerto Ayora, the economic center of the Galápagos Islands. This bustling harbor is lined with fantastic restaurants, bars, and cafes. Explore the Fish Market, where local fishermen unload their daily catches, often attracting playful sea lions and pelicans looking to score some fish. After this, enjoy a private transfer back to your hotel, where you can spend the rest of the evening at your leisure.
Hotel: Pikaia Lodge
DAY 6 — Santa Cruz Island
Today, enjoy a short boat exploration aboard the Pikaia II. Visit Daphne Island and the small inlet of Daphne Minor, where you can observe a variety of wildlife, including blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, and other fascinating animals. Next, head to Bahía Borrero, which offers a serene beach setting where you can encounter sea lions and sea turtles. You’ll have the opportunity to relax on the sand or snorkel offshore to explore the vibrant marine life. After your adventure, enjoy a private transfer back to your hotel and spend the rest of your day at leisure.
Hotel: Pikaia Lodge
DAY 7 — Santa Cruz Island
Today, enjoy another day of yacht exploration departing from your hotel. Once on board, savor a delicious breakfast while learning about the history and evolution of the island from the expert naturalist guides. As the yacht navigates through the second island, you’ll have the opportunity to embark on a snorkeling excursion, where you can explore the vibrant underwater world. After your snorkeling adventure, enjoy lunch on board before docking back at your hotel. Spend the rest of your evening at your leisure.
Hotel: Pikaia Lodge
DAY 8 — Santa Cruz Island
Today, depart from your hotel on a private yacht to explore Santa Fe Island and South Plaza Island. Enjoy breakfast on board as you learn about the unique features of each island from the expert naturalist guides. You'll have another opportunity to snorkel, allowing you to experience the diverse marine life of the Galápagos. After your underwater adventure, savor lunch on board before returning to your hotel. Spend the rest of your evening at your leisure.
Hotel: Pikaia Lodge
DAY 9 — Santa Cruz Island – Guayaquil
This morning, after breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to the airport for your flight to Baltra. From Baltra, connect to your flight to Guayaquil. Upon arrival in Guayaquil, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel for check-in.
Hotel: Hotel del Parque
DAY 10 — Guayaquil
Today, following breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to the airport ahead of your international flight home.
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