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An eight-day loop through Santa Cruz, Isabela and San Cristóbal that balances close wildlife encounters with active snorkeling, short hikes and island history. Expect dawn ferries, reef snorkeling, giant tortoises and volcanic panoramas.
An eight-day loop through Santa Cruz, Isabela and San Cristóbal that balances close wildlife encounters with active snorkeling, short hikes and island history. Expect dawn ferries, reef snorkeling, giant tortoises and volcanic panoramas.
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Operated by Perfect Destiny · Puerto Ayora, Galápagos
You step off the ferry into a sun-scraped port where sea lions treat the pier like a living room and frigatebirds wheel, indifferent, above. The air tastes faintly of salt and volcanic rock; trails radiate from Puerto Ayora into low scrub and black lava, while the ocean, never still, nudges at the islands’ edges as if testing new shorelines. Over the next eight days the archipelago reveals itself in chapters—highland lagoons, basalt cliffs, snorkeling cenotes alive with color, and quiet coves where giant tortoises munch without concern.
moderate.
8 days.
Moderate fitness — able to manage short hikes, boat transfers and multiple snorkeling sessions across consecutive days.
No. Entrance fees and some local taxes or sea taxis are payable on arrival in cash (USD). Confirm current rates before travel.
Wetsuits are not included. Rentals are available on islands—reserve early if you prefer one for longer swims or cooler water.
Tortoises are commonly seen at breeding centers and certain highland sites; Galápagos penguins are rarer but can appear around Isabela and western islets like Tintoreras.
Boat rides can be choppy; bring motion-sickness medication and choose a mid-ship seat on ferries. Morning crossings are often calmer.
Yes, but children must be supervised; the program involves boat transfers and snorkeling—assess comfort with water and early schedules.
Shared transport notes typically allow two bags and one personal item per person; check specific ferry operator rules for exceptions.
The islands drew scientific attention after Darwin’s 1835 visit; later eras of whaling and settlement shaped small island communities whose stories are visible in local museums and place names.
The Galápagos National Park limits visitor impacts—stay on trails, use reef-safe products and avoid touching wildlife to support ongoing conservation.
Perfect Destiny operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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