HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore the iconic Kicker Rock, a towering volcanic formation rising from the ocean depths, where you can snorkel and encounter a rich marine ecosystem teeming with life. ("Snorkeling at Kicker Rock", 2023)
- Visit the Galapaguera Natural Interpretation Center. This breeding center is dedicated to the conservation of the Galapagos giant tortoise, one of the most iconic species in the archipelago
- San Cristobal is one of the most fascinating destinations in the Galapagos archipelago. The island is renowned for its volcanic origins, marked by the presence of the Cerro Brujo volcano and the El Junco crater lake.
ITINERARY
Welcome to the Galapagos Islands!
Pick you up from the airport and will take you to the hotel. After your lunch, with the guide, you will visit the Interpretation Center, where the guide will talk to you about the formation, colonization, and actual situation of the islands. Then you will follow the trail to the Frigate Bird Hill, a viewpoint from which you have a beautiful view over the island. You can snorkel the shallow waters of Tijeretas Bay or Carola Beach (according to the tide your guide will take you to the best spot), where you can see sea lions, various tropical fishes, and turtles
Accommodation: Golden Bay Galapagos (comfort class), Hotel Katarma or similar (Tourist Superior), Cabañas Pimampiro or similar (Tourist Class
Meals included: Lunch
You will visit the famous Kicker Rock (Leon Dormido), a volcanic formation in the ocean. There you will be able to snorkel with sharks, rays, turtles, and if you are lucky with hammerhead sharks! After lunch on the boat, you will go to a beautiful, pristine beach, where you will have time to relax. In the afternoon you will be back at the port.
Accommodation: Golden Bay Galapagos (comfort class), Hotel Katarma or similar (Tourist Superior), Cabañas Pimampiro or similar (Tourist Class
Meals included: Breakfast, box lunch
This day you visit the community “El Progreso” and the only freshwater crater lake of all the archipelago known as “El Junco”, where the frigate birds like to wash their wings to move apart the excess of salt on them. Afterward, explore “Cerro Colorado” to visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre! Lunch at a local organic farm in the highlands. You will finish your wonderful day at one of the most beautiful beaches of the Archipelago, well-known as “Puerto Chino”. There you could see marine iguanas, Galapagos crabs, blue-footed boobies, lava lizards, sea lions, etc.
Accommodation: Golden Bay Galapagos (comfort class), Hotel Katarma or similar (Tourist Superior), Cabañas Pimampiro or similar (Tourist Class
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch
Your guide will pick you up at the hotel and transfer to the airport in San Cristobal.
Meals included: Breakfast
RATES INCLUDE
✅ Lodging for 03 nights in selected hotels
✅ Meals described in the itinerary
✅ Activities according to the itinerary
✅ Galapagos airport transfers, land transportation, and sea transportation
✅ Certified Naturalist English – Spanish speaking guides
✅ Snorkeling gear and wetsuit
❌ In-room service charges
❌ Galápagos National Park Fee USD $200 adults, $100 children
❌ Transit control Card USD $20 (mainland airports)
❌ Domestic flight mainland – Galapagos islands
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Alcoholic drinks and not described meals
❌ Tips and gratuities
❌ Water taxi from dock to speedboat (depending on the tide) – $ 1.00 US per person per ride
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Prices for 2026 are subject to change.
- Please ensure that both your arrival and departure are from San Cristóbal.
- Prices are based on double and triple occupancy. For group rates, please get in touch with our team for the best available discount.
- Remember to bring items like a sun hat, light clothing, sturdy water shoes, sandals, a windbreaker, sunglasses, swimwear, comfortable socks, hiking shoes, a small backpack, a water bottle, ziplock bags, a dry bag, a waterproof phone pouch, sunblock, binoculars, a camera, chargers, a towel, and your passport.
- Check food safety tips for tropical places. To stay healthy, wash your hands before eating, avoid street food, and only eat fruits that you have peeled yourself.
- Please make sure your travel and medical insurance are up to date. If you have any medical conditions, please let us know so we can assist you accordingly.
- Please inform us of any food allergies, medical conditions, or physical limitations before booking. This helps us accommodate your needs and maintain a safe experience. If we are not notified in advance and cannot make the necessary arrangements, your booking may be canceled.
- Refunds are subject to government taxes, credit card charges, and administrative fees, which may total up to 10%.
- Suppose a trip is canceled due to acts of God, war, strikes, political unrest, volcanic eruption, earthquake, flooding, tropical storms, global disasters, or any emergencies such as pandemics, epidemics, or other circumstances beyond the tour operator’s or guest’s reasonable control. In that case, Latin Adventures will maintain the original payment and cancellation policies as mentioned in this document.
- We are unable to provide refunds for missed portions of your stay due to flight delays or cancellations occurring before or during your travel to the hotel.
- By booking a tour with Latin Adventures, you acknowledge and accept our terms and conditions.We may change the itinerary without notice if there are weather issues, availability problems, park rules, or other unexpected events.
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