Galapagos Land Land-Based Adventure Getaway Ecuador and the Galapagos is one of the world's most extraordinary wildlife experiences you will encounter in your life time. The Galapagos located 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador is an astounding dramatic setting where marine iguanas warm themselves on rocky shores, swim large sea turtles, snorkel with the sea lions, walk among the blue-footed boobies. It s a destination where the environment is pristine. The Galapagos a wonderful destination for families, active adults looking for a unique land-based vacation option that offers culture, soft adventure, incredible species of birds, animals and the ambiance of South America. 1 / 8
This package trip is planned with the flexibility of adding day excursions from the different islands in the Galapagos. Instead of speeding 5-7 days on a boat traveling to the islands, you can relax on the islands during the evening and take day excursions to the different islands during the day. Day to Day Itinerary Day 01 - Fly to Quito Ecuador Transfer from the airport to your boutique hotel near the airport. 2 / 8
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Day 02 - Quito Full day excursion to the Indigenous Market of Otavalo. Hightlights include Nature & Wildlife, Handicrafts, Ethnics, Gastronomy. Visit the famous and colorful Otavalo Indigenous, Peguche & Cuicocha Lagoon. Overnight: Quito Day 03 - Quito to Galapagos Morning transfer to the Quito Airport. On arrival in the Galapagos, transfer to the small town of Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island. Afternoon excursion includes a visit to the Giant Tortoise Reserve, Charles Darwin Station. Overnight: Santa Cruz Island - Angermeyer Hotel Day 04 - Galapagos Morning day excursion by boat to Seymour Island. Seymour Island is a natural haven for the Blue-Footed Boobie and large colonies of nesting Frigate birds. Overnight: Santa Cruz Island - Angermeyer Hotel Day 05 - Galapagos Morning day excursion by boat to Santa Fee Island 4 / 8
Overnight: Santa Cruz Island - Angermeyer Hotel Day 06-09 Galapagos Islands Day Excursions and 3 nights accommodation on Isabela Island. Daily excursions to Sierra Negra Volcano,Tintoreras Trail and tortoise breeding center. Overnight: Isabela Island - Casa Marita Day 10 - Galapagos to Quito Transfer and overnight Day 11 - Quito - USA A.M transfer to the airport Galapagos Island Land-Based Adventure Getaway Package Includes: - Roundtrip transfers to/from Quito Airport - 3 Nights accommodation in Quito - Roundtrip airfare between Quito / Galapagos - Roundtrip transfers to/from the hotel to the Galapagos airport. - 3 Nights accommodations in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island - 3 Nights accommodations on Isabela Island - Day excursions with naturalist guide as listed in day-to-day itinerary - Marine transportation between islands - Excursions on Santa Cruz, Charles Darwin Station, Tortuga Bay, Seymour Island & Santa Fe Island. - Excurions on Isabela, Sierra Negra Volcano, Tintoreras Trail and tortoise breeding center. - Breakfast daily Day Excursions & Islands Santa Cruz Island Santa Cruz Island has a population of over 12,000 residents that inhibit the island. It is also home to the largest port in the Galapagos and offers the greatest variety of accommodations, restaurants, recreation and activities. The hub of Santa Cruz Island is the small town of Puerto Ayora. 5 / 8
Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island Puerto Ayora is the main town on Santa Cruz Island, it is the center of activity for starting and ending most Galapagos Island adventures. The center of the town is within walking distance to most of the small boutique hotels located on the Island. As the main hub of activity the town is the busy with accommodating tourist and the local commerence of the Island. There are an amazing assortment of local restaurants, hotels and shops that feature Ecuadorian as well as International cuisine. Almost everything in Puerto Ayora is within walking distance or a short ride in one of the quaint white pick-up truck taxis found throughout town. Additionally, several fine restaurants and attractions are accessible by water taxi across the bustling Academy Bay harbor. A visit to the Fisherman's market is a must, where you may have to haggle with Sea Lions and Pelicans over the catch of the day. Seymour Island Seymour Island is a natural haven for the Blue-Footed Boobie. A nature trail meanders leisurely through large colonies of nesting Frigate birds and Blue-Footed Boobies. Your naturalist guide will lead you on the trails to observe the wild life up close. A short distance off shore you may beable to the seals riding the crashing waves all the way into shore. Bring your swim gear, a stop at Bachas beach for snorkeling. Santa Fe Island, Galapagos Santa Fe Island, named after a city in Spain is a small island which is located southwest of Santa Cruz Island, an easy day excursion. Santa Fe is one of the oldest islands and is relatively flat, your naturalist guide will lead you around the island of cactus, the giant Opuntia cactus which populates the island. Along the trail you will encounter species endemic to the island, the Land Iguana and Rice Rat. At the lagoon, you probable see 6 / 8
lounging Sea Lions resting. Giant Tortuga Bay Galapagos A day excursion to Tortuga Bay will require you to hike with your naturalist guide on the trails surrounded by cacti, palo santo trees, and matasarno trees. Tortuga Bay beach is famous for its expansive and pristine shoreline that descends into the Pacific Ocean. The Marine Iguanas are plentiful and the snorkeling is the lagoon is full of Galapagos marine life with colorful reef fish, white-tip sharks, rays and sea turtles. A short walk to the Marine Iguana sanctuary where you might also catch a glimpse of Blue-Footed Boobies and Frigate birds along the shore. Isabela Island Isabela Island is the largest island in the Galapagos with a faily small population of residents. Isabela remains one of the islands in the archipelago with plenty to see and do. There are small delicious seafood restaurants and there is a nice range of accommodations. The residents and tourist stay near the town of Puerto Villamil which stretches along a beautiful expanse of beach. This island is visited by only a few commercial tour boats and offers plenty who come to visit. There is an incredible array of activities to choose from with hiking and day excursion around the island. The island is known for its flamingos, which gracefully traverse the lagoons and marshes at dusk. The Sierra Negra volcano The Sierra Negra volcano is one of five volcanos on the island of Isabela, and boasts the second largest volcanic caldera in the world (Yellowstone National Park in the United States is the largest). The hiking excursion of Sierra Negra Volcano will take you to the rim of the six mile wide crater and then you will trek across an landscape of lava fields and fumaroles. The Sierra Negra is one of the most active volcanoes in the Galapagos, with the last eruption in 2005. 7 / 8
Though you probably won't see any lava flowing, you will have the opportunity to explore thermal vents and other fascinating geologic features before stopping for a snack near Volcan Chico. The vistas from this spot are among the most breathtaking in Isabela and on clear afternoons afford views of the northern volcanoes on Isabela and Fernandina. A savory hot lunch at Campo Duro rounds out this challenging but rewarding day. Las Tintoreras This day excursions you will see Penguins or come in close range to the Galapagos Sea Lions. The turquise waters of Las Tintoreras abound with marine life including the internationally renown Galapagos Penguins and Blue-Footed Boobies. Sea Turtles are also common residents of this area. A brief walking tour across A'A' lava flows provides additional up-close encounters with Marine Iguanas, An openwater snorkel in the bay completes this very popular marine adventure. Not Included: - Park fee, Transit Control - Card, Meals not specified on - itinerary, extras and tips. SEO by Artio 8 / 8