The Galapagos Loop
The Galapagos Loop offers a unique Ecuadorian experience
The Galapagos Loop
Summary
6 Days / 5 NightsThe Galapagos Loop offers guests a unique Ecuadorian experience. Relax as a private yacht whisks you away to three of the most popular Galapagos Islands – Santa Cruz, Floreana and Isabela Island. Each island offers something unique to its guests. Santa Cruz is known for its sandy white beaches and Puerto Ayora, an archipelago hub for tourists. Floreana is a smaller island with an intriguing past; learn about the history of the pirates here. And last but certainly not least, Isabela is the largest island in the Galapagos, which means there is plenty of diverse wildlife and exotic terrain to explore! While visiting each island, choose from exciting onshore and offshore excursions such as snorkeling with colorful marine life, hiking in the lush highlands or simply discovering the history of the Galapagos at the Charles Darwin Research Station. If you’re hoping to hop from one Galapagos Island to another in a short amount of time, this is the perfect tour for you.
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Itinerary
Day 1 - SundayTransfer to Santa Cruz Island
After spotting wildlife, continue to one of the nearby ranches. Lunch will be served at the ranch and then passengers will be able to explore the grounds in search of giant tortoises. After lunch, continue to Puerto Ayora for the rest of the afternoon. At night, transfer to the hotel.
Day 2- MondayTransfer to Floreana Island & Snorkeling Excursion
As you explore the island, keep an eye out for “Red Marine Iguanas” which can only be found on this particular island. Then, check into the lodge where lunch will be served. Next, venture out for the “La Loberia” excursion. Visit a sea lion breeding area, where guests can swim with sea lions, sea turtles, manta rays and a variety of colorful coral fish. Then walk back to the town enjoying the colors of a typical Galapagos sunset and relax at the hotel.
Day 3 - TuesdayFloreana Highlands, Pirates Cave & Tortoise Breeding Center
Later, head to Asilo de la Paz. Asilo de la Paz is primarily a historical site where guests can view a pirates cave and the fresh water spring – which acts as the primary water source for the population. After learning about the history of Asio de la Paz, transfer to Isabela Island where relaxation will be the main activity for the rest of the day. Enjoy pristine, white-sand beaches while you adapt to the biggest and one of the newest islands of the Galapagos.
Day 4 - WednesdaySierra Negra Volcano
Return to the hotel and spend the rest of the afternoon on one of the marvelous coral sand and turquoise water beaches.
Optional Excursion: Visit a unique place on the islands, Los Tuneles. Take a speedboat across the ocean waves and find what is translated to be the Tunnels. An expert local guide will lead a snorkeling excursion through the hundreds of tunnels that formed underwater millions of years ago. Encounter marine life such as sharks, lobsters, penguins, sea lions, marine turtles and more.
Day 5 - ThursdayTortoise Breeding Center & Flamingo's Lagoon
In the afternoon, return to Santa Cruz via boat. Enjoy leisure time for the rest of the afternoon in Puerto Ayora.
Day 6 - FridayCharles Darwin Station & Departure
In addition to visiting the tortoises, explore the station where the legendary Lonesome George is exhibited and the last of his species. After this, the local guide will transfer you to the airport for your flight back to mainland Ecuador.
Summary
Tour Highlights
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Santa Cruz Island
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Floreana Island
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Isabela Island
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Charles Darwin Station
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Snorkeling & Hiking Excursions
Included
- 5-Nights accommodations
- All breakfasts
- All transfers and excursions
- Snorkeling equipment
- Private yacht (speedboat) for all passengers
- English-speaking guides
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Sample Itinerary
DOWNLOAD ITINERARYDay 1 - SundayTransfer to Santa Cruz Island
After spotting wildlife, continue to one of the nearby ranches. Lunch will be served at the ranch and then passengers will be able to explore the grounds in search of giant tortoises. After lunch, continue to Puerto Ayora for the rest of the afternoon. At night, transfer to the hotel.
Day 2- MondayTransfer to Floreana Island & Snorkeling Excursion
Day 3 - TuesdayFloreana Highlands, Pirates Cave & Tortoise Breeding Center
Day 4 - WednesdaySierra Negra Volcano
Day 5 - ThursdayTortoise Breeding Center & Flamingo's Lagoon
Day 6 - FridayCharles Darwin Station & Departure
Estimated Tour Price Without Flights
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