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8-Day Galapagos Island Hopping Tour: Isabela, Giant Tortoises, and Snorkeling
(5) Reviews
Isabela Island
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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It is recommended to book flights with an early arrival time to the Galapagos Islands and a late departure time from the Galapagos Islands to make sure you can enjoy all of the activities of the tour. Late arrivals and/or early departures mean you might miss some activities.
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If your flight is delayed or canceled and you cannot make it to Puerto Ayora in time to take the last speedboat to Isabela Island, which departs around 02:00 PM, the team assist you with finding accommodation on Santa Cruz Island but this will be on your own expense. You will miss the planned activities.
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There are no guides on the transportation by public speedboat between islands.
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Enjoy 8 days on the Galapagos Islands with all the comfort of your hotels, tours and transfers organized. With this 8 day Galapagos Islands Budget tour, you will visit two islands; Santa Cruz and Isabela. This program includes a great mix of activities including snorkeling, hiking and even some kayaking. You can also take a look at our other Galapagos Island Hopping Budget Tours if you are looking for a shorter trip to the Galapagos Islands. Enjoy your Galapagos holiday with us!
Highlights
8 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
8 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel, fins and life vest.
Transportation on and between the Islands as described in the itinerary.
Airport pickup and drop off at Baltra Airport.
24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish.
Lunch
Breakfast
Transportation between Baltra Airport – Itabaca Channel each way.
Accommodation in a single, double or triple room x 7 nights (based on number of travelers).
Round trip flights from mainland Ecuador to Galapagos Islands.
Entrance fee for the Galapagos National Park.
Migratory Control Card / Ingala Transit Card
Isabela dock fee
Water Taxi around $ 1 p.p. (small boat that takes you from the speedboat to the harbor and back)
For rent: wetsuit (recommended between May – November): $ 5 p.p. per day cash only.
Personal travel & health insurance.
Optional tips for the guide.
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
BALTRA – SANTA CRUZ ISLAND – ISABELA ISLAND
2 Stops
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Isabela Island
Option 1: Itinerary for flights arriving at Baltra before 12:00 PM
At Baltra airport, an English speaking guide will pick you up to go to Puerto Ayora to enjoy your lunch. After lunch you’ll take the speedboat to Isabela Island. This can be a bumpy ride so provide yourself a waterproof jacket and motion sickness medication if necessary. Upon arrival on Isabela Island, a driver will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel.
6 hours
2
Santa Cruz Island
Option 2: Itinerary for flights arriving at Baltra after 12:00 PM
If your flight is scheduled to arrive after 12:00 PM, you’ll stay at Santa Cruz Island on the first day because the last speedboat to Isabela Island leaves around 03:00 PM. You won’t have lunch in this case. The rest of the tour usually looks like this: Day 2: Santa Fe, Day 3 Tortuga Bay & Charles Darwin Station, Day 4 Santa Cruz highlands, Bahia bay tour, Day 5 morning boat to Isabela, Wetlands & Tintoreras, Day 6 Los Tuneles, Day 7 kayak in Puerto Villamil, visit Isabela highlands, Day 8 morning boat to Santa Cruz and transfer out.
6 hours
8-Day Galapagos Island Hopping Tour: Isabela, Giant Tortoises, and Snorkeling
(5) Reviews
Isabela Island
About
Enjoy 8 days on the Galapagos Islands with all the comfort of your hotels, tours and transfers organized. With this 8 day Galapagos Islands Budget tour, you will visit two islands; Santa Cruz and Isabela. This program includes a great mix of activities including snorkeling, hiking and even some kayaking. You can also take a look at our other Galapagos Island Hopping Budget Tours if you are looking for a shorter trip to the Galapagos Islands. Enjoy your Galapagos holiday with us!
Highlights
8 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
8 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel, fins and life vest.
Transportation on and between the Islands as described in the itinerary.
Airport pickup and drop off at Baltra Airport.
24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish.
Lunch
Breakfast
Transportation between Baltra Airport – Itabaca Channel each way.
Accommodation in a single, double or triple room x 7 nights (based on number of travelers).
Round trip flights from mainland Ecuador to Galapagos Islands.
Entrance fee for the Galapagos National Park.
Migratory Control Card / Ingala Transit Card
Isabela dock fee
Water Taxi around $ 1 p.p. (small boat that takes you from the speedboat to the harbor and back)
For rent: wetsuit (recommended between May – November): $ 5 p.p. per day cash only.
