5 Days San Cristobal Island Wonders
5 Days San Cristobal Island Wonders
5 Days Starting and ending in San Cristóbal Island, Ecuador
Visiting: San Cristóbal Island
Tour operator:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 16
Age range:
10-80
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Gluten Free
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Get ready for an exciting 5-day adventure in the Galapagos Islands! You'll have the opportunity to explore unique landscapes and encounter incredible wildlife with our expert guides. Enjoy thrilling boat rides, invigorating hikes, and engaging interactions with the diverse Galapagos fauna. Don't forget to take in the stunning sunsets for an unforgettable experience in this biodiverse hotspot.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : San Cristobal - Interpretation Center & Tijeretas
Location: San Cristóbal Island
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Lunch
Welcome to the Galapagos Islands! You will be picked up by your driver at the airport and taken to your hotel for check-in. Afterward, you will visit the Interpretation Center, where you can learn a lot about the formation, history, and future of the Galapagos Islands.
Following that, you'll take a short hike to Tijeretas Hill, where frigatebirds nest and where you can enjoy a wonderful view of San Cristobal. The rest of the afternoon and evening are free for you to explore. For example, take a stroll along the promenade and admire the numerous sea lions that have made themselves comfortable there, or enjoy the sunset at Playa Mann.
Day 2 : Kicker Rock
Location: San Cristóbal Island
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, you will embark on an excursion to the famous Kicker Rock, also known as Leon Dormido ("Sleeping Lion"). This volcanic rock formation is located in the middle of the ocean and can be reached by boat. There, you can swim with rays, turtles, sea lions, and - with a bit of luck - even hammerhead sharks! After lunch on the boat, you will visit a picturesque beach where you'll have time to relax and soak up some sun. In the afternoon, you will return to the harbor. This tour is a group tour (approximately 16 guests on board). Enjoy a free evening in San Cristobal.
Day 3 : Tortoise Reserve – Puerto Chino Beach – La Lobería
Location: San Cristóbal Island
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
In the morning, you will travel east to the prairie-like highlands. You will head to the "Galapaguera," a reserve where efforts are made to reintroduce the San Cristóbal subspecies of giant tortoises, which now only exist in the dry northeastern part of the island, to the southern part of the island. During a short hike through the expansive enclosure, you will get up close to some of these giants.
Following that, you will hike down to the white sandy beach of Puerto Chino for a refreshing swim in the sea. Ground finches, yellow warblers, and Nazca boobies will curiously observe you. In the afternoon, you will make a detour to "La Lobería" Beach, home to a colony of sea lions. Overnight stay in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.
Day 4 : Española Island
Location: San Cristóbal Island
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Early in the morning, you will set off for Española Island. The boat journey takes approximately 1.5 hours. Upon arrival at Suarez Point, you will disembark and embark on a short hike, keeping an eye out for Nazca and blue-footed boobies. You will return to the boat for lunch.
Afterward, you will have the opportunity to snorkel in a bay near the island, spotting colorful fish, rays, sharks, and marine iguanas, among other marine life. In the late afternoon, you will return to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.
Day 5 : San Cristobal Airport – Departure
Location: San Cristóbal Island
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy one last morning on San Cristobal and take a leisurely stroll along the promenade or pick up some final souvenirs before being picked up at your hotel by your driver, in time for your return flight. Your driver will take you to the airport, where your tour concludes. Have a pleasant and safe journey, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
What's Included
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Accommodation
4 nights accommodation
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Fully Guided
English-speaking guides
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Meals
Meals according to the itinerary
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Transport
Transfers according to the itinerary
What's Not Included
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Additional Services
Galapagos Migration Card ($20 per person) - Galapagos National Park entrance fee ($100 per person)
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Airport Transfers at Destination
International flights - Domestic flights
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Insurance
Travel Insurance
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Meals
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
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Optional
Optional Activities/Excursions
Mode of Transport
Car
Bus
Speed boat
Accommodation
3 star Hotel
Check out our Q&As
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
If there is such a probability.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes, of course, at the time of the confirmation of the services you will know the name of the hotels that you will have throughout your trip.
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Are flights included in this tour?
No, flights are not included in our rates. You can book on your own or request a quote from us.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
The hotels are Tourist category
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, our guides speak English.
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Company Instant Book
We need to check on the availabilities first.
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What currencies are required for this tour?
The official currency in Ecuador is the US dollar.
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
For this trip, a minimum of 2 passengers is required.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
We do not recommend that children under 16 participate in this tour.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Very good physical condition is required, since you will be doing various activities that require you to be fit.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes, there is some free time for you to enjoy the place on your own.
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What is the maximum group size?
The maximum group size is 16 people.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, there is a supplement for solo travelers in a single room.
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
The visa is not included in the services.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Visa is not required to enter Ecuador, although passengers from some countries may need a visa.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
The guide will be with you in the different activities in the Galapagos Islands, according to the itinerary.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Wi-Fi is available at the accommodations in the Galapagos Islands.
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes, the entrance fees indicated in the itinerary are included.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
It depends on the amount of luggage your international and domestic flights permit.
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
No vaccine is mandatory for this tour.
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What is the tipping policy?
Tipping is not mandatory; however, if you are satisfied with the service, you can tip up to 10%.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, we can arrange pre- or post-tour accommodation services.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
N/A
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes, the transfers are included.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We can arrange it if you do it before the time limit of our cancellation policies, subject to availability.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, it is not possible
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
For the past 12 years, Responsible Travel has specialized in creating wonderful memories with our professional and trustworthy providers in every corner of Ecuador. We also collaborate with native communities and local suppliers to ensure that the incoming that comes through responsible travel generates profits for minorities.I am delighted that you are planning to spend your holidays in Ecuador;
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
At your arrival, you must present a COVID-19 vaccinations certificate with at least two doses completed at least 14 days before arrival. This is the only vaccine the government asks as a requirement to enter the territory.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
We operate a “single share” only in cruises options.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You will receive an Invoice detailing our terms and conditions. a voucher of services that included all the reserved services.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For the past 12 years, we have been operating Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands and recently South America destinations.
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Cancellation Policy
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At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
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