5 Day - "Bela Isabela Galapagos" Tour - ESSENTIAL

Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, our team will welcome you and transfer you to Santa Cruz Island. Along the way, you will visit the impressive Los Gemelos, two volcanic sinkholes surrounded by lush highland forest.

Continue to a private ranch where you will encounter the iconic Galapagos Giant Tortoises roaming freely in their natural habitat. You will also explore a fascinating petrified lava tunnel, discovering the volcanic origins that shaped the Galapagos Islands.

If your flight arrives early, enjoy a free afternoon to visit the world-famous Tortuga Bay, a spectacular white-sand beach perfect for relaxing or swimming at Playa Mansa.

In the evening, celebrate the beginning of your adventure with a premium welcome dinner before returning to your hotel.

After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a free morning to visit the beautiful Tortuga Bay, one of the most iconic beaches in the Galapagos. A scenic walking trail of approximately 45–60 minutes leads to the beach, where you can relax or swim at the calm waters of Playa Mansa.

Please return to your hotel by 1:00 PM to change and prepare for your transfer to the pier.

Board the 3:00 PM public speedboat to Isabela Island, a journey of approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes across the Pacific Ocean.

Upon arrival at Puerto Villamil, our team will welcome you at the pier and transfer you to your selected hotel for check-in.

In the evening, enjoy dinner at a beautiful seafront restaurant before returning to your hotel.

After breakfast, embark on an unforgettable hiking adventure to Sierra Negra Volcano, home to one of the largest volcanic craters in the world. This 4–5 hour trek (approximately 17 km round trip) also includes a visit to Volcán Chico, where you'll witness dramatic lava formations and breathtaking volcanic landscapes.

Along the way, enjoy spectacular panoramic views of northern Isabela Island and its impressive chain of volcanoes. A Box Lunch will be provided during the excursion.

Return to your hotel in the afternoon and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Relax on Isabela's beautiful white-sand beach or explore the charming town of Puerto Villamil.

After breakfast, we'll pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the pier for your Tintoreras excursion. Choose between a kayaking tour or a walking tour with snorkeling, both offering excellent opportunities to spot Galapagos penguins, marine iguanas, sea lions, and other unique wildlife. The kayaking option also includes snorkeling at Concha de Perla.

After the excursion, return to your hotel before transferring to the pier to board the afternoon public speedboat back to Santa Cruz Island.

Upon arrival in Puerto Ayora, transfer to your selected hotel for check-in and enjoy some free time to explore the town at your own pace.

In the evening, celebrate your Galapagos adventure with a special farewell dinner at a beautiful seafront restaurant.

After breakfast, we'll pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Baltra Airport for your departure flight. If you did not visit them on arrival day, make a short stop at the impressive Los Gemelos volcanic sinkholes on the way.

Thank you for traveling with Smart Galapagos. We hope to welcome you back to the Enchanted Islands on your next adventure!