San cristobal - 5 days

san cristobal

OVERVIEW

San Cristóbal is the Archipelago’s fifth largest island and was mainly an agricultural place. Nevertheless nature and wildlife lovers get their money’s worth due to the endemic elephant turtle (Gian Galapagos Turtle) and several white sandy beaches.

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TOUR FACTORS

Difficulty 55%
Adventure 60%
Comfort 70%
Family friendly 90%

ITINERARY:

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At the airport on San Cristobal you meet your guide, who will take you to the hotel in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. In the afternoon you are free to relax on the beach, walk around or take a rest in your room.

Hotel: Tourist Superior in double room accommodation

Meals included: –

Today, you will navigate around the island of San Cristobal. First you take the boat from the dock to the small and beautiful Rosa Blanca Bay, which is located north east of the island of San Cristobal. This place is characterized by many small beaches with crystal clear water. Several species of sharks, stingrays and sea turtles can be found here.

Next we will set off for Pitt Point, where you have the opportunity to fish. You will have lunch and continue your trip to Sardina Bay, which is known for an abundance of squid, lobster and shrimps. Afterwards you will navigate to the famous Kicker Rock. Admire the formation of this rock island with its impressive cliffs. Try to make deep sea snorkeling in the narrow channel and watch for hammerhead sharks, stingrays, sea lions, sea turtles and a variety of fish. At 16:30 you will be back at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.

Hotel: Tourist Superior in double room accommodation

Meals included:Breakfast | Lunch 

Today you will see the largest sea lion colony of San Cristóbal on the island of Lobos. By speedboat it is only 30 minutes away from the harbor. You disembark on the small island to walk around and be surprised by the great amount of life on the island. You can see Lava lizards and marine iguanas heating up before diving again to collect their food. This unique reptile is the only type of iguana on the planet that has adapted to dive in the sea in order to recover its food. Seasonally, you can also see some seabirds.

On the beaches you see the cute sea lion puppies playing or just sunbathing and waiting for their parents to feed them. You can snorkel in the Pacific waters around this incredible island. While diving here, you may be able to see marine iguanas that feed on seaweed and magnificent stingrays that gallantly float through the ocean.

During this tour, you also visit the nearby Ochoa beach with its beautiful landscape. Afterwards you return to the small town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno and you can enjoy the afternoon.

Hotel: Tourist Superior in double room accommodation

Meals included:Breakfast

Your day starts early at the harbor of Baquerizo Moreno, where your adventure starts. After a 2,5 -hour drive you will reach the island of Española.  The two highlights of the day are Punta Suarez and Gardner Bay. In Punta Suarez you have the possibility to get to know a variety of bird species like the Galapagos Albatros (March-December), Nazca boobies, blue-footed boobies, finches or Galapagos pigeons. In addition to the fascinating animal world, Punta Suarez also has a breathtaking cliff landscape to admire.

Afterwards you will have the opportunity to snorkel with sea lions and various fish species at Gardner Bay. Back on board you will be offered small refreshments and lunch.

Hotel: Tourist Superior in double room accommodation

Meals included:Breakfast | Lunch

After breakfast at the hotel, your private transfer takes you to the airport on San Cristobal to fly to Guayaquil or Quito, from where you leave for your international flight, or for an optional extension.

Meals included:Breakfast

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

starting from

$ 1295,- p.p.

in US DOLLAR

*Please contact us for special offers and child discounts. Prices are subject to change.

*Price based on double occupancy.

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My own room: 

Single supplement fee: USD $285,-p.p.

Not Included:

International airfare to and from destination; Galapagos National park entrance fee US$100,- per Person (to be paid in cash at arrival at the airport in Galapagos); Transit Control Card US$20,- per Person (to be paid in cash at the airport in Quito or Guayaquil); wet-suits for snorkeling (available for rental); meals not described; cost of medical immunizations as needed; trip cancellation insurance or any other travel insurance; cost of optional activities; excess baggage charges; airport taxes (if any); alcoholic beverages or soft drinks; optional gratuities to your guides; items of personal nature.

Travel Insurance:

To protect your travel investment, we highly recommend the purchase of travel insurance. Travel insurance is intended to cover medical expenses, trip interruption and cancellation, theft and other losses incurred while traveling domestically or internationally.

Visa and Entry Requirements

Ecuador requires a valid passport (with a minimum 6 months validity). Contact your local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements.