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Island Hopping / 7 Day - Galapagos 360 Tour "A" - IDEAL
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7 Day - Galapagos 360 Tour "A" - IDEAL
7 days · Island Hopping · Adventure, Family, Couple
Tour Overview
The Ultimate 7-Day Galapagos 360 Adventure
Our 7-Day Galapagos 360 Tour is one of the most complete island-hopping experiences available, combining wildlife encounters, snorkeling, adventure, and island exploration across four spectacular Galapagos Islands.
Starting in Baltra and finishing in San Cristobal, this carefully designed route visits Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, Isabela, and San Cristobal without the cost or limitations of a cruise.
Meet giant tortoises, explore lava tunnels, snorkel the turquoise waters of Santa Fe and Cabo Rosa, kayak or walk around Tintoreras, swim at Concha de Perla, and finish with a full-day San Cristobal 360 excursion at Kicker Rock.
A scenic flight between Isabela and San Cristobal saves travel time and creates a comfortable, unforgettable final chapter to the journey.
Route Map
Activities
Highlights & Activities
Cabo Rosa & Santa Fe Snorkeling
Tintoreras Kayaking Adventure
Inter-Island Scenic Flight
Kicker Rock Wildlife Cruise
Lava Tunnels & Volcanic Landscapes
Itinerary
Day by Day
Arrive at Baltra Airport and cross the Itabaca Channel to Santa Cruz. Visit Los Gemelos volcanic sinkholes before continuing to a private ranch where giant tortoises roam in their natural habitat.
Explore a petrified lava tunnel, enjoy a box lunch, check into your selected hotel in Puerto Ayora, and celebrate the first evening with a welcome dinner by the ocean.
Accommodation: Selected HotelMeals: - / Box Lunch / Dinner
Board a yacht for a full-day excursion to Santa Fe Island. Snorkel with sea lions, turtles, rays, colorful fish, and other marine life before relaxing at Hidden Beach.
Lunch is served onboard. Depending on sea conditions, catch-and-release sport fishing may be available before returning to Puerto Ayora in the afternoon.
Accommodation: Selected HotelMeals: Breakfast / Lunch
Optional North Seymour premium yacht or diving
Upgrade to a North Seymour yacht day with Bachas Beach, or choose certified or discovery diving, subject to availability.
Enjoy a free morning at Tortuga Bay. Swim at Playa Mansa, kayak through the mangroves, or relax at one of the Galapagos most celebrated white-sand beaches.
Return to your hotel around midday, then take the speedboat to Isabela. After check-in, visit the Flamingo Lagoon or Giant Tortoise Breeding Center when timing allows and enjoy dinner by the sea.
Accommodation: Selected HotelMeals: Breakfast / Dinner
Explore the spectacular Cabo Rosa Lava Tunnels, a snorkeling paradise with white-tip reef sharks, turtles, rays, penguins, seahorses, and tropical fish.
After snorkeling, walk across volcanic lava formations, watch for blue-footed boobies and coastal wildlife, enjoy lunch onboard, and keep the afternoon free for Isabela beach time.
Accommodation: Selected HotelMeals: Breakfast / Lunch
Kayak around Tintoreras Islet and snorkel at Concha de Perla, looking for Galapagos penguins, sea turtles, sea lions, rays, and tropical fish.
After the excursion, fly from Isabela to San Cristobal. The 45-minute scenic flight offers exceptional aerial views. Spend the free afternoon at Playa Mann, Tijeretas, Punta Carola, or the waterfront.
Accommodation: Selected HotelMeals: Breakfast
Complimentary Tintoreras alternative
Replace kayaking with a guided walking tour at Tintoreras and snorkeling at La Calera at no additional cost.
Cruise around San Cristobal on a full-day 360 tour visiting Kicker Rock, Cerro Brujo, Sardina Bay, Punta Pitt, and Rosa Blanca Bay. Snorkel and watch for sea lions, turtles, dolphins, seabirds, marine iguanas, and possibly hammerhead sharks.
Lunch is included during the navigable tour. Return to town for a special farewell dinner.
Accommodation: Selected HotelMeals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Optional Kicker Rock diving
Certified divers can upgrade to Kicker Rock diving for a chance to encounter hammerheads, rays, turtles, and large schools of fish.
Enjoy a free morning at Punta Carola, Tijeretas, or the waterfront before your transfer to San Cristobal Airport for the departure flight.
Thank you for choosing Smart Galapagos. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Enchanted Islands.
Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions
What's Included
Travel Smart: A tree is planted on your behalf to help offset the carbon footprint of your journey.
Included
Smart Travel Support
Personalized assistance before and during your trip, plus our complete pre-departure travel guide.
Handpicked Accommodations
Comfort hotels with private rooms, air conditioning, private bathrooms, hot water, and excellent locations.
Meals as Indicated
Breakfasts, box lunch, lunches, and dinners as specified in the itinerary.
Guided Excursions
Professional bilingual guides on all included tours and activities.
Airport & Island Transfers
All airport, hotel, pier, and speedboat transfers specified in the itinerary.
Inter-Island Transportation
Speedboats between islands plus the scenic Isabela to San Cristobal flight.
Snorkeling Equipment
Provided during all included navigable snorkeling excursions.
Giant Tortoise Reserve Visit
Entrance to a private ranch to observe giant tortoises in their natural habitat.
Baltra Airport Transfers
Lobito Bus, Itabaca Channel ferry, and transportation between Baltra Airport and Santa Cruz.
CO2 Carbon Offset
A tree will be planted on your behalf as part of our Smart Travel commitment.
Not Included
International & Domestic Flights
Flights to and from the Galapagos are not included.
Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee
Currently USD $200 per person, payable in cash upon arrival.
Galapagos Transit Control Card (TCT)
USD $20 per person.
Travel Insurance
Medical and travel insurance are not included but are strongly recommended.
Alcoholic Beverages
Available for purchase separately.
Water Taxis
Local water taxi fees, approximately USD $1 per ride, are payable locally.
Personal Expenses & Gratuities
Tips and personal purchases are at your discretion.
Credit Card Processing Fee
A 2.9% processing fee applies to credit card payments. US bank transfers are free.
Optional Tours & Diving Upgrades
North Seymour, Kicker Rock diving, and other optional experiences are available at an additional cost.
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“The agency name says it all!”
AlainrlgMelbourne
Traveled as a couple · April 2026
“All my tours were on time”
LourdesB
Traveled solo · January 2026
“very professional and especially patient with the children”
Fernando P
Traveled with family · February 2026
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