Day 01
Transfer inPick up from the Puerto Baquerizo Moreno Airport to the hotel.Overnight in San Cristobal
Ecuador · Wildlife
Galapagos Exploring San Cristobal Island 4 Days
The journey
Trip highlights
- 01 4-day San Cristóbal Island experience in the Galápagos
- 02 Visit El Junco freshwater lagoon in the island highlands
- 03 Observe turtles at an important breeding center
- 04 Walk interpretive trails with wildlife and nature insights
- 05 Relax on a stunning white sand beach
- 06 Free day to unwind or add an optional full-day excursion
- 07 Airport transfers and 3 nights of accommodation included
Discover the natural beauty of San Cristóbal Island on this 4-day Galápagos getaway, combining island scenery, wildlife encounters, and time to relax. From airport transfers and hotel accommodation to included meals, this short stay offers an easy way to experience one of the archipelago’s most captivating islands.
Explore the highlands of San Cristóbal, including El Junco freshwater lagoon, and visit an important turtle breeding center where you can learn more about the animals and their lifestyle along interpretive trails. You’ll also have time to enjoy a stunning white sand beach, ideal for rest and for watching seabirds feeding.
With a free day to relax or add an optional full-day excursion such as Kicker Rock, this itinerary gives you a flexible balance of guided sightseeing and personal time before your return transfer to the airport.
Explore the highlands of San Cristóbal, including El Junco freshwater lagoon, and visit an important turtle breeding center where you can learn more about the animals and their lifestyle along interpretive trails.
From the itinerary
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
4 Days
Tour type
Shared
Activity level
Easy
Accommodation
Included
Transport
Included
Wheelchair access
No
City
San Cristóbal Island
Languages
English, Spanish
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 02
High Land Tour in San CristobalThe highlands of San Cristobal exhibit distinctly different biozones than the other inhabited islands. The first stop on this trans-island journey is at El Junco, a freshwater lagoon nested in the center of the islands.An important turtle breeding center to observe how the turtles grew up with a diverse explanation about the lifestyle and the chance to live the experience in all the senses walking through interpretive trails.After an amazing tour sharing with turtles and birds originally from the area, you will enjoy on the stunning white sand beach, which is an excellent place for recreation and rest. It is also an ideal place to watch seabirds feeding.Overnight in San Cristobal
Day 03
Additional ActivitiesAfter breakfast, you will have the option to buy a full day (ask for extra activities) or take the day off to do what you want. A good option to take is the Kicker Rocker Tour to enjoy a full day.Overnight in San Cristobal
Day 04
Transfer OutAfter breakfast, you will be picked up at the hotel to the airport to take the return flight.
The route
Where you'll travel
The fine print
Trip details
What's Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- 3 nights of accommodation in selected class hotel
- Transfer in / out according your flight time
What's Not Included
- Air ticket from/to Galapagos
- Galapagos National Park Entry fee – USD $50 for MERCOSUR countries and $100 for others countries
- Migratory Control Card (INGALA) - USD $20
- Bus Lobito $5 per person
- Note.- The program does not include anything not specified
Know before you go
- PASSPORT REQUIRED
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- In Ecuador the name hotel or hostal depends of the number of rooms but not of the quality of service.
- Every room (hotel/hostal) includes air conditioner, amenities and private bathrooms.
- Dress code is casual or sport clothes (t-shirt, shorts, jeans, leggings, etc)
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- From the lobby of your hotel, docks or arrives in the airport.
Logistics
Meeting & route
Meeting point
Pickup service provided in San Cristobal.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in San Cristobal.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey
Your 4 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in San Cristobal..
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