6 дней: знакомство с Санта-Крузом (бюджетное одиночное приключение)

Arrive at Baltra Airport and take a transfer. You will have to pay an entrance fee for the Galapagos National Park and your luggage will be inspected.

This morning, Your private guide will pick you up fr om the hotel to explore the beauty of Santa Cruz.

You will start by visiting the Charles Darwin Station, wh ere scientists fr om all over the world meet and work together on environmental projects such as water analysis, animal protection, effects of tourism on nature, etc., and the most famous place to see Giant Tortoises in the Galapagos wh ere the animals are raised before being released into the wild. The actual name of the tortoise area here is the Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, named after the Galapagos National Park ranger who cared for Lonesome George. This is the best place in the Galapagos to view numerous different species and see how their tortoiseshell shapes have evolved differently to match the terrain and vegetation of the islands they are native to.

Then, you will continue toward Santa Cruz highlands where you will be amazed to see giant tortoises in the wild (in their natural habitat) at a private farm. You will enjoy a delicious lunch before returning to Puerto Ayora.

We have reserved kayaks for you at Tortuga Bay. A 30-minute boat ride will lead you to Tortuga Bay, one of the most beautiful beaches in the Galapagos. When you are done kayaking, you may stay for sunbathing or snorkeling.

Afternoon leisure !

After a delicious breakfast, you will be taken on a small boat to visit exotic places along the bay of Santa Cruz.

You will arrive at the small islet called La Lobera named for the great colony of sea lions where you can snorkel around sea lions and tropical fish displaying a dazzling show beneath the surface against interesting underwater formations.

Afterward, at the Shark Channel, you may spot harmless white-tip sharks and blue footed boobies, youll come upon the Canal del Amor where you may find sea turtles and many tropical fish varieties.

Taking a 10-minute walk youll see marine iguanas in their natural habitat and have plenty of opportunities to take pictures.

Lastly, you will visit Las Grietas, which are two large cliffs separate filled with freshwater towards the top of the surface and salt water below.

In the afternoon you will return to the dock and return to your hotel, where you will spend the rest of the afternoon strolling and exploring Puerto Ayora on your own.

After a delicious breakfast, you will embark on a fantastic adventure to Pinzn Island and La Fe.

You will arrive at Pinzn, the first snorkel stop of the day, after disembarking at Penguin Bay, you will snorkel area with clear blue waters and much marine life. This site gives you a great chance to see many

Sea lions

Turtles

Reef sharks

Rays

Fish

Penguins

As the tour is run by fishermen there is a short fishing time, and any fish caught are served as fresh sashimi!

Another 30-minute ride will bring you to La F, a beautiful white sand beach where you will disembark and swim fr om the beach or just relax in the sun; lunch will be served on board; this is also the last snorkel site of the day wh ere you can see sea lions, turtles, reef fish, rays and reef sharks as well!

Your day will finish back in Puerto Ayora, for a well-earned rest.

With no planned activities today, youre free to enjoy the islands beauty at your own pace.

Lay back and enjoy the hotel amenities or discover the following activities:

Hike to Tortuga Bay

Go for a stroll in the peaceful town of Puerto Ayora

Shop for souvenirs

Explore hidden coves

Today is for enjoying the beauty of the Galapagos, taking lots of beautiful photos, and slowing down the pace to truly appreciate island life.

After this final visit, you will be transferred to the Baltra airport in time for your flight back home.