Call Us 800.528.9300
The Galapagos: Wildlife of Santa Cruz & Isabela Islands
Tour Description:
Picture sunset cocktails, snorkelling with wildlife, kayaking in turquoise waters off of pristine beaches and spending time tucked away in a boutique hotel overlooking some of the most impressive scenery in all of the Galápagos Islands. The perfect balance of activities, wildlife and free time, this eight-day adventure is packed full of the essential highlights and local flavours of Isabela and Santa Cruz Islands. Stay active in the water and on land with snorkelling excursions and walks along diverse coastal terrain. Savour deliciously fresh cuisine and have lunch at a private reserve featuring giant tortoises in the wild. You’ll learn how important this fascinating, diverse, remote span of islands is to the world, all while hitting the reset button during a tropical island getaway.
Click for larger view.
Dates & Pricing
| Saturday 18 Jan 25 — Saturday 25 Jan 25 | Starting at $4,999 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 15 Feb 25 — Saturday 22 Feb 25 | Starting at $4,999 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 15 Mar 25 — Saturday 22 Mar 25 | Starting at $4,999 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 12 Apr 25 — Saturday 19 Apr 25 | Starting at $4,799 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 17 May 25 — Saturday 24 May 25 | Starting at $4,799 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 28 Jun 25 — Saturday 05 Jul 25 | Starting at $4,399 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 19 Jul 25 — Saturday 26 Jul 25 | Starting at $4,399 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 30 Aug 25 — Saturday 06 Sep 25 | Starting at $4,399 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 27 Sep 25 — Saturday 04 Oct 25 | Starting at $4,399 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 25 Oct 25 — Saturday 01 Nov 25 | Starting at $4,799 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 29 Nov 25 — Saturday 06 Dec 25 | Starting at $4,799 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 27 Dec 25 — Saturday 03 Jan 26 | Starting at $4,999 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
ITINERARY
ITINERARYQuito: Gateway to the Galápagos Islands
Gaze out at the rolling countryside and mountain peaks as you approach Quito, dreaming of the faraway Galápagos Islands that are almost within your reach. Take in a breath of fresh mountain air as you step out of the plane, knowing that soon enough you will be in the equatorial warmth at sea level. We welcome you to Ecuador, and invite you to prepare for one of the most incredible wildlife destinations on the planet—the Galápagos Islands.
Isabela Island: Welcome to the Galápagos
The journey is part of the adventure today as you make your way 1000 km from Ecuador's mainland to the Galápagos Islands. Home to creatures found nowhere else in the world, the surrounding marine reserve is a showcase of evolution and a true testament to the melting pot of species found in the islands, both on shore and in the water.
Isabela Island: Los Túneles Snorkelling
You will see firsthand today how unbelievable the wildlife is in the Galápagos Islands, both beneath the water and on land. Strap on the mask to snorkel and swim though the calm, clear and shallow water at Los Túneles—a unique geological site formed by a series of lava flows that created various arcs and tunnels above and below the water.
Isabela Island: Your OMG Day
Today you will be able to explore more of Isabela Island on your terms with the choice of two activities. Stick to the land and hike the Sierra Negra Volcano, one of five active ones located on Isabela Island, and rising to an altitude of 1124m. If you are looking for more snorkelling, take to the water and head to Las Tintoreras, an islet to the south of Puerto Villamil that forms part of the national park of the Galápagos Islands. The area is known for the reef sharks that can be seen swimming with fish and other marine life when the tide is low.
Santa Cruz Island: Tortuga Bay & Charles Darwin Research Station
Swap islands today and travel to the second largest—Santa Cruz—located in the centre of the archipelago. You'll walk to Tortuga Bay, spend time at the beach named for its black sea turtles that nest there, and bask in the sun along this inviting stretch of white sand. Back in town, you will visit the research centre responsible for many of the studies conducted on the islands about the fascinating and prehistoric land tortoises.
Santa Cruz Island: Life in the Islands and Kayaking
Travel to the highlands to a private ranch to see giant tortoises in their natural habitat and visit some lava tunnels. After lunch, stop by a working sugar cane mill where you can learn about the different distilling processes and techniques before heading to Garrapatero beach for some kayaking, tidal pool gazing or wildlife spotting in the lagoon. Enjoy a signature cocktail-making experience in the evening at sunset.
Quito: Back to the Mainland
While it’s time to bid the islands farewell, there’s no doubt your days here will be remembered. Incredible up-close encounters with animals and immersion into ecosystems that remain largely unchanged in a pristine slice of paradise will remain etched in your memory forever.
Quito
Today your adventure comes to an end, and you can depart at any time.
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
