12 Day - Mega Galapagos 360 "A" - IDEAL

Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, our team will meet you and transfer you across the Itabaca Channel to Santa Cruz Island. Along the way, we will visit the impressive Los Gemelos volcanic formations and a private ranch where you can observe the iconic Galapagos Giant Tortoises roaming freely in their natural habitat.

You will also have the opportunity to walk through a fascinating petrified lava tunnel, offering a glimpse into the volcanic origins of the Galapagos Islands. A Box Lunch will be provided during today's excursion.

In the evening, enjoy a special Welcome Dinner at one of our favorite oceanfront restaurants in Puerto Ayora.

After breakfast, we will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the yacht for an unforgettable excursion to North Seymour Island, one of the best wildlife destinations in the Galapagos.

This uninhabited island is famous for its abundant birdlife, including Blue-Footed Boobies, Great Frigatebirds, swallow-tailed gulls, marine iguanas, land iguanas, sea lions, and many other endemic species. During nesting season, you may witness the spectacular courtship display of male frigatebirds.

Following a guided walk, enjoy a delicious lunch onboard before continuing to Bachas Beach — a beautiful white-sand beach with excellent snorkeling opportunities. Return to Santa Cruz in the afternoon and enjoy a relaxing evening.

After breakfast, enjoy a guided Bay Tour around Puerto Ayora combining snorkeling and short walks to iconic sites including Lobos Islet, Love Channel, Las Grietas, and Dog's Beach.

After the tour, enjoy a free afternoon at the world-famous Tortuga Bay Beach — relax on the white sand, observe marine iguanas, swim at Playa Mansa, or rent a kayak. In the evening, we recommend visiting Kioskos Street for local dishes and fresh seafood.

🔵 Optional Upgrade: Bartholomew Island Premium Yacht Tour — hike to the iconic Pinnacle Rock viewpoint, snorkel with penguins, sea turtles, reef sharks, and rays. Lunch served onboard. (B / L / -)

After breakfast, transfer to the pier for an unforgettable day trip to Santa Fé Island, one of the most beautiful snorkeling destinations in the Galapagos.

Explore stunning turquoise waters and snorkel alongside sea lions, rays, reef sharks, sea turtles, and colorful tropical fish. After snorkeling, continue to the beautiful Hidden Beach to relax, swim, or simply enjoy the pristine surroundings. A delicious lunch will be served onboard. Depending on conditions, there may be an opportunity for catch-and-release sport fishing.

In the evening, enjoy a special dinner at one of our favorite oceanfront restaurants.

After breakfast, enjoy a free morning to visit the world-renowned Tortuga Bay Beach. Relax at Playa Mansa, swim in the calm bay, and observe marine iguanas along the shoreline.

Please return to your hotel by 1:00 PM. We will pick you up in the afternoon and transfer you to the pier for your speedboat transfer to Isabela Island (approximately 2 hours).

Upon arrival, our team will meet you at the pier and transfer you to your hotel. In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner at one of our favorite oceanfront restaurants.

After breakfast, we will head to the highlands of Isabela Island for an unforgettable trekking adventure to Sierra Negra Volcano, home to the second-largest oceanic crater in the world.

Continue the hike to Volcán Chico, an active volcanic area featuring dramatic lava formations, colorful landscapes, and spectacular panoramic views of northern Isabela Island. This moderate trek takes approximately 4.5 hours round trip. A Box Lunch is included during the excursion. Return to your hotel in the afternoon and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

🔵 Optional Alternative: Tintoreras Islet — Kayaking Tour or Walking & Snorkeling Tour with penguins, sea lions, marine iguanas, sea turtles, and friendly reef sharks.

After breakfast, transfer to the pier for a kayaking adventure around Tintoreras Islet, one of the best places in the Galapagos to search for the iconic Galapagos Penguins. Paddle through calm waters surrounded by marine wildlife, then enjoy snorkeling at Concha de Perla — a beautiful natural lagoon where sea turtles, sea lions, colorful fish, and rays are frequently spotted.

After the tour, enjoy a free afternoon to relax on Isabela's white-sand beaches. In the evening, enjoy dinner at El Faro Restaurant, one of Isabela's favorite oceanfront dining spots.

🔵 Free Alternative: Tintoreras Walking & Snorkeling Tour — observe colonies of marine iguanas, sea lions, and white-tip reef sharks, then snorkel at La Galera for marine turtles, rays, and reef sharks.

After breakfast, begin one of the most extraordinary excursions in the Galapagos: the famous Lava Tunnels and Cabo Rosas Tour.

This remarkable destination is considered one of the archipelago's hidden gems, offering incredible opportunities to snorkel alongside sea turtles, white-tip reef sharks, rays, sea lions, colorful fish, Galapagos penguins, and even seahorses. Los Túneles — a spectacular network of lava arches, crystal-clear channels, and mangrove ecosystems — has been featured by the BBC and National Geographic.

After snorkeling, enjoy a guided walk across the lava formations to spot Blue-Footed Boobies and other endemic wildlife. A delicious lunch will be served onboard before returning to Isabela for a relaxing afternoon.

After breakfast, enjoy your final morning on the beautiful beaches of Isabela Island. Later, transfer to the airport for your private inter-island flight to San Cristóbal Island — a spectacular 45-minute journey offering breathtaking aerial views of the Galapagos Archipelago.

⚠️ Luggage allowance: 25 lbs (11 kg) per person. Please let us know in advance if you require additional luggage.

Upon arrival, enjoy a free afternoon exploring Playa Mann, snorkeling at Tijeretas, hiking to Tijeretas Hill for panoramic views, or relaxing at Punta Carola Beach for a spectacular sunset with sea lions. ⭐ Complimentary self-guided bicycle rental available upon request.

After breakfast, head to Lobos Island, a small islet approximately 40 minutes by boat from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. This wildlife-rich destination is home to Blue-Footed Boobies, Nazca Boobies, Frigatebirds, Marine Iguanas, and one of the most important sea lion colonies in the area.

Enjoy a guided walk across the island to observe nesting sites, volcanic landscapes, and abundant wildlife. After exploring Lobos Island, continue by boat to the beautiful Playa Ochoa, where you can snorkel in crystal-clear waters or relax on a secluded white-sand beach.

The excursion includes snorkeling equipment, life jackets, towels, lunch, snacks, water, and juices.

🔵 Optional Upgrade: Kicker Rock Diving Experience — two-tank diving excursion at the legendary Kicker Rock. PADI Certification required.

After an early breakfast, embark on an unforgettable 360° navigable tour around San Cristóbal Island — one of the most complete wildlife excursions in the Galapagos.

This full-day adventure (approximately 7.5 hours) circles the island, offering opportunities to observe frigatebirds, blue-footed boobies, dolphins, sea lions, marine iguanas, sea turtles, rays, and even hammerhead sharks. Highlights include Kicker Rock, Cerro Brujo, Sardina Bay, Punta Pitt, and Rosa Blanca Bay. The experience is approximately 80% snorkeling and 20% beach exploration.

In the evening, celebrate your Galapagos adventure with a special Farewell Dinner at one of the best restaurants in town.

After breakfast, enjoy a free morning to explore San Cristóbal Island at your own pace. Take a final stroll along the waterfront, relax at the beach, or simply soak in the unique atmosphere of the Galapagos before your journey home.

At the appropriate time, we will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to San Cristóbal Airport for your departing flight.

Thank you for joining us on this unforgettable 12-Day Mega Galapagos 360 Adventure. We hope to welcome you back to the Galapagos someday!