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Galapagos Cruises
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Hotel and Yacht
Adventure Multisports in Galapagos
From the heights of the second largest volcanic crater in the world on horseback, to the depths of the enriched and unexplored waters of Galapagos, our carefully planned adventure tour is a must for all lovers of outdoor adventure. Whether you are swimming with the sea lions, giant manta rays, or just enjoying the company of the Giant Galapagos Tortoise, our 8-day adventure-tour is guaranteed to leave you with memories that will last a lifetime.
Day 1: SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND
The trip begins with an early morning transfer to the airport and a flight to San Cristobal Island, Galapagos. Here you will be meet by our friendly staff and transferred to your hotel. After lunch will we make our way to the top of San Cristobal through the settlement of El Progresso, to La Soledad from where we will have panoramic views out over the Pacific towards Santa Cruz, Floreana and Santa Fe. After we jump on the bikes for an exhilarating down hill through the lush highlands of the island, through El Progresso down to the township of Puerto Barequizo. We will pay a visit to the Interpretation Center and learn the mysterious history of Galapagos, “The Enchanted Islands”. Later we hit Mann Beach for a swim where we can observe playful Sea lions and Frigates birds, gliding on the thermals. That evening we will have a welcome dinner of some of the islands fresh fish and produce.
Day 2: SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND
The day begins with a short boat ride in the Christine to Kicker Rock, observing along the way, the abundant marine life that Galapagos is renowned for. On the way we stop off at Isla de Lobos to observe nesting Frigate birds and Blue Footed Boobies, and swim/snorkel with playful young Sea lions. A real highlight of the trip! We then continue onto Kicker Rock, the remains of an underwater volcano rising vertically 150m out of the sea. A truly impressive sight! Here we can snorkel keeping an eye out below for Sea Turtles, Manta Rays and maybe the odd harmless Galapagos shark, just to name a few. After we head to Cerro Brujo Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in the islands and return to port late in the afternoon.
Day 3: FLOREANA
This morning we depart San Cristobal Island to Floreana Island. Keep an eye out for dolphins and the magnificent albatross along the way. Here will be experience some of the best snorkeling in the islands at Enderby Islet Champions bay and/or Devils Crown. After some great snorkeling, we make our way to the isolated town of Puerto Velasco Ibarra and our hotel right on the beach. Here we will be able take a look around the musuem inside the hotel, with accounts of the islands misterious past, and later maybe hit the black sand beach. That night, fresh seafood is on the menu for sure!
Day 4: ISABELA
After a tranquil night, we make our way upto the seldom visited highlands of Floreana. Here pirates, whalers, seal hunters and bucacaneers have lived in this isolated and unique land scape.After lunch we bid farewell to the misterious Floreana on our way to Isabela. After a late hotel check in, we can go for a short walk and observe pink flamingos in a near by wetlands, then maybe hit the beach for a great Isabela sunset.
Day 5: ISABELA
A full day tour takes us up Sierra Negra Volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in Galapagos, and with the second largest crater in the world. Either hiking or on horseback, you can experience a birds eye view of this magical landscape. That evening we can kick back at the bar on the beach and enjoy a nice cold beer or cocktail .
Day 6: SANTA CRUZ
By pick up truck and on foot we make our way the wall of tears, built by convicts many years ago. Along the way we’ll be stopping at the lookout and one of the many natural pools, short walking trails, beaches and mangrove swamps along the way. After we jump in the kayaks for a paddle around this naturaly formed habour and view up close, the only penguins found near to the equator,fishing pelikans, frigate birds and diving blue footed boobies. Keep an eye out below for rays and swimming penguins. After lunch, we deaprt Isabela to Santa Cruz island and the town of Puerto Ayora. After a late hotel check in, you will be free to explore this bustling little town, and sample some of the local restaurants and bars or maybe some souvenir shopping in oneof the many shops.
Day 7: SANTA CRUZ
Today we visit the highlands of Santa Cruz, observing The Galapagos Giant tortoise in natural surroundings, and the amazing lava tunnels, some over 1km long while taking in panoramic views of the islands. Later in the day we head to Tortuga Bay, a stunning beach with fine white sand to see marine iguanas or try you hand at some body boarding or surfing.
Day 8: SANTA CRUZ-QUITO
Before biding farewell to the Enchanted Islands, we pay a visit to Lonesome George at the Charles Darwin Research Station. Here we can observe many species of tortoises and Land Iguanas in captivity, brought back form the brink of extinction. After a transfer over the island of Santa Cruz,we depart Baltra Island and return to Quito and get transferred to the hotel.
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