Galapagos Islands
GIANT TORTOISES, LAVA TUNNELS & TORTUGA BAY
Full Day Tour
Tour
Tour guide: English / Spanish
Explore the highlands and its unique natural habitat. Twin Craters are perfect for nature lovers. Relax and enjoy in one of the most beautiful beaches. Get amazed by the stunning scenery and wildlife.
Highlights
- Perfect for nature lovers
- Experience the highlights of the Galapagos Islands
- Spot wildlife
GIANT TORTOISES, LAVA TUNNELS & TORTUGA BAY
Description
This area concentrates vast extensions of forests of Scalesia, Miconia, and giant tortoises. This is a great place to observe these iconic animals in their natural habitat. After lunch at this local farm, we will visit the twin craters of the Galapagos, it is a rewarding visit for nature-loving tourists. The lush green landscape of the highlands stands in stark contrast to the more arid coastlines of the lowlands, providing a very different Galapagos experience. Lookouts over the crater sinkholes show off the stunning scenery, and there are plenty of interesting birds too. Later we will move to Tortuga Bay, which is a white sand beach located on the south coast of the island of Santa Cruz. Enjoy a 2-hour walk (round trip) to this beautiful beach that is perfectly preserved and with the presence of animals such as iguanas and beach crabs. You have the opportunity to swim in the mangrove swamp that is separated from the beach.
Where you’ll be
About this Tour
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by type of option. Please enter the dates of your stay and read the reservation conditions for the required service
GIANT TORTOISES, LAVA TUNNELS & TORTUGA BAY
Itinerary
Full Day Tour
- Car (Puerto Ayora)
- Santa Cruz Highlands
- Car (Puerto Ayora)
- Tortuga Bay Beach
- Puerto Ayora
We will pick you up from your hotel to the Santa Cruz Highlands, which is probably the most visited area in the Galapagos. This area concentrates vast extensions of forests of Scalesia, Miconia, and giant tortoises. This is a great place to observe these iconic animals in their natural habitat. After lunch at this local farm, we will visit the twin craters of the Galapagos, it is a rewarding visit for nature-loving tourists. The lush green landscape of the highlands stands in stark contrast to the more arid coastlines of the lowlands, providing a very different Galapagos experience. Lookouts over the crater sinkholes show off the stunning scenery, and there are plenty of interesting birds too. Later we will move to Tortuga Bay, which is a white sand beach located on the south coast of the island of Santa Cruz. Enjoy a 2-hour walk (round trip) to this beautiful beach that is perfectly preserved and with the presence of animals such as iguanas and beach crabs. You have the opportunity to swim in the mangrove swamp that is separated from the beach.
Includes
Optional
Availability
- Available
- Not available
- Selected
Tour
Departure Time
We provide a good meeting point.
What to Bring
- Comfortable footwear
- Flip-flops
- Biodegradable sunscreen
- Shorts
- Swim suit
- Camera
- Sun hat
- Biodegradable insect repellent
- Personal medication
Know before you go
- It is required the traffic control card issued by Galapagos Governing.
- Guests with medical conditions and/or special dietary restrictions must make them known to us in sufficient time for us to accommodate their request.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Photography is encouraged always keeping mind the Galapagos National Park Rules for Visitors.
- All itineraries, and journey experiences are subject to change without notice due to factors such as climate conditions and season
- The described species in the program can be encountered during the tours but it is not guaranteed that always will be encountered as it depends on natural factors, climate, seasons, and marine currents.
- Not suitable for Wheelchair users, Visually impaired people, People over 80 years, People with insect allergies.
- Not allowed for Pets, Smoking, Drones, Plastic bags, Alcohol and drugs, Plastic bottles, Explosive substances, Touching the exhibits, Making fire.
