Galápagos Adventure: Snorkelling & Sea Lions — 9 days (Quito ⇄ Quito)
Overview
Land-based island hopping built for young, budget-minded travellers: Darwin Station, Sierra Negra volcano hike, Concha de Perla, Tijeretas, and beach time with sea lions, rays and marine iguanas.
Why you’ll love it
- Snorkel hotspots like Concha de Perla & Tijeretas
- Guided visit to Charles Darwin Research Station
- Hike the rim of Sierra Negra caldera on Isabela
At a glance
Quito • Santa Cruz Island • Isabela Island • San Cristóbal Island • Quito.
Day-by-day (condensed)
Day 1 — Quito. Arrive; welcome meeting.
Day 2 — Quito/Santa Cruz. Fly to Galápagos; Charles Darwin Research Station.
Day 3 — Santa Cruz/Isabela. Speedboat to Isabela; hike Sierra Negra caldera.
Day 4 — Isabela. Free day; optional Los Túneles/Tintoreras/snorkel/surf.
Day 5 — Isabela/Santa Cruz. Snorkel Concha de Perla; return to Santa Cruz.
Day 6 — Santa Cruz/San Cristóbal. Speedboat to San Cristóbal; Interpretation Center; snorkel Tijeretas.
Day 7 — San Cristóbal. Free day; beaches and wildlife.
Day 8 — San Cristóbal/Quito. Fly to Quito.
Day 9 — Quito. Depart anytime.
What’s included
- Accommodation: Simple hotels/hostels (Basic)
- Meals: Breakfasts (per itinerary)
- Transport: Ferries/speedboats, local ground transfers, domestic flights per itinerary
- CEO throughout
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