Galapagos Island Hopping Diving Full Experience 8D/7N
Galapagos Island Hopping Diving Full Experience 8D/7N
$2821
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure through the Galapagos Islands with the "Galapagos Island Hopping Diving Full Experience." Begin your journey in Quito, Ecuador, before heading to the stunning Galapagos Islands. Dive into the crystal-clear waters alongside sea lions, turtles, and sharks, and explore the vibrant marine life. Walk on volcanic surfaces and lush highlands, and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station to learn about the conservation efforts for the iconic Galapagos giant turtles. Enjoy guided tours and self-guided explorations, including a visit to the Interpretation Center and Cerro Tijeretas. With comfortable accommodations and meals included, this tour offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation, ensuring an immersive experience in one of the world's most unique ecosystems. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Quito, Ecuador
Location: Quito
Accommodation Name: hotel
Arrive in Quito
Day 2: Quito - San Cristobal, Ecuador
Location: San Cristobal
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Onwards to San Cristobal (B)
Today you will be picked up early in the morning to be taken to the airport for your Galapagos adventure! (Please note your flights are not included in the price of this tour). After you land in San Cristobal, you will be picked up at the airport and transferred by private transport to your hotel in the town Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. Here you will have a meet & greet with one of our staff members who will explain the rest of your itinerary to you. In your welcome package you can find information on the self-guided walking tour to the Interpretation Center and Cerro Tijeretas for this afternoon. In the interesting Interpretation Center you will get to know more about the formation of the islands, the arrival of humans and the importance of conservation. There is a clear map in the exhibition hall on which you can see all the wildlife that you can find on the several islands. Cerro Tijeretas is a perfect place on the Galapagos Islands to observe the two species of frigate birds nest. During the 2 hours walk up here you will have gorgeous views along the way and there is also a small cove from where you can snorkel. Bring along good walking shoes and plenty of water and sun protection as it can be very hot! And don't forget your towel!
Day 3: Quito - San Cristobal, Ecuador
Location: San Cristobal
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Take a Diving Tour (B/L)
Choose from these diving tours (subject to change due to weather or park decisions; tours may be shared):
Kicker Rock (León Dormido):
Morning boat ride to Kicker Rock, a lava formation in open water. Observe birds, dive between rocks for sharks, turtles, rays. Lunch onboard. Explore Manglecito beach. Return to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.
Punta Pitt:
Early sail to Punta Pitt. Blue and red-footed boobies, frigatebirds, guided island walk. Lunch on boat. Dive at Bahía Sardina. Visit Cerro Brujo, spot León Dormido. Snacks/drinks included. Return to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.
Española Island:
Depart at 07:30 to Española Island. Punta Suarez walk with albatross, boobies, iguanas, sea lions. Dive at Gardner Bay for colorful fish, sea lions. Lunch on board. Guided activities throughout. Return around 4:30-5:00 pm.
Day 4: San Cristobal - Santa Cruz, Ecuador
Location: Santa Cruz
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Discover Santa Cruz (B)
After breakfast, in the morning you will be transferred from your hotel to the dock of San Cristobal from where you will take a speedboat (motorized small boat) to the island of Santa Cruz. The boat ride will take about 2 hours and, depending on the weather, it can be a bit bumpy. Arriving at the dock of Santa Cruz you will be transferred to your hotel.
Your first stop will be at the highlands of Santa Cruz. The “Parte Alta” as the highlands are called in Spanish is very lush and green and is the natural habitat of the giant Galapagos tortoises. You will visit a private ranch where you will have lunch. Here you walk between the trees and search for the giant tortoises that prefer to stay close to the small lagoons. You also will visit the lava tubes, which are formed when the surface of a lava stream solidifies, but the inside stays liquid and flows out like a river. After this tour you continue by private transport to your hotel. Here you will have a meet & greet with one of our staff members who will explain the rest of your itinerary to you.
Day 5: Santa Cruz, Ecuador
Location: Santa Cruz
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Take a Diving Tour (B/L)
Diving Tour Choices (Subject to Change):
Bartholome:
Small island with Bartholomew pinnacle. Moderate currents. Reef fishes, sharks, rays, and invertebrates.
Cousins:
Near Bartholomew island. No strong currents. Black coral wall, sea horses, sea lions, sharks, rays, penguins.
Daphne:
North of Santa Cruz Island. No strong currents. Cave with sharks, pinnacle with rays, sharks, turtles, and invertebrates.
Floreana:
South of Santa Cruz Island. Shallow reef dive. Sea lions, sharks, rays, barracudas, invertebrates.
Gordon Rocks:
For experienced divers (25 logged dives or evaluation). Strong currents. Hammerheads, sharks, rays, eels, invertebrates.
Mosquera (North):
Between North Seymour and Baltra. Sandy bottom, sharks, rays, sea lions, turtles, invertebrates.
Mosquera (South):
Between North Seymour and Baltra. Reef, canyon, sharks, rays, sea lions, turtles, invertebrates.
Seymour (Channel):
North of Santa Cruz Island. For all levels. Diverse fish, sharks, rays, sea lions, turtles, invertebrates.
Seymour (Point):
North of Santa Cruz Island. Mixed dive, sharks, rays, sea lions, turtles, invertebrates.
Plazas:
Off east coast of Santa Cruz. Reef dive, sharks, rays, schools of fish, sea lions.
Guy Fawkes:
NW coast of Santa Cruz. Protected site. Diverse marine life, rays, sharks, sea lions, reef fishes.
Day 6: Santa Cruz, Ecuador
Location: Santa Cruz
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Take another Diving Tour (B/L)
Today you can enjoy a second diving tour from the many options. Please note all Galapagos itineraries are subject to change due to climatic conditions or Galapagos National Park decisions. The tour might be shared with other people.
Day 7: Santa Cruz - Quito, Ecuador
Location: Santa Cruz Island
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Charles Darwin Research Station (B)
After breakfast, you will go to The Charles Darwin Research Station located in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island and is the operative branch of the Charles Darwin Foundation. The facilities were inaugurated in 1964 so that scientists could use the station as a base for their research on the Galapagos Islands to advise the management actions carried out by the Galapagos National Park Directorate. Charles Darwin Research Station has worked on conservation, restoration, and sustainable development projects to ensure that the archipelago is well- managed. More than a hundred scientists, educators, research assistants, support staff and volunteers from all over the world have participated in this effort. Currently, the organization’s staff is composed of more than 75% Ecuadorians and is committed with the professional training of the permanent residents of Galapagos. You will be transferred to the Baltra Airport to take a flight to Quito. Once you arrive at Quito Airport, you will be picked up from the airport to the hotel.
Day 8: Quito, Ecuador
Location: Quito
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to Airport (B)
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Quito Airport and you be able to catch your flight home. Hope you have enjoyed your time in our beautiful country. Have a great flight!
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation for 7 nights in budget or comfort hotels, including 2 nights in Quito and 5 nights in the Galapagos Islands.
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Transport
Includes airport transfers and boat transfers, with airport pick-up and drop-off in both Galapagos Islands and Quito, and a boat transfer from San Cristobal to Santa Cruz.
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Activities
Includes tours, dives, and visits such as a diving tour in San Cristobal with box lunch, a guided tour in Santa Cruz Island, two diving tours in Santa Cruz with box lunch, a visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station, and a self-guided walking tour to the Interpretation Center and Cerro Tijeretas.
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Guides
English-speaking guide provided for some activities.
What's Not Included
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Domestic flights from/to Quito-Galapagos Islands
Domestic flights between Quito and the Galapagos Islands are not included.
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International flights
International flights are not included in the tour package.
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Entrance fees
Entrance fees are not included in the tour package.
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Other activities
Activities not specified in the itinerary are not included.
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Meals not specified in the itinerary
Meals that are not specified in the itinerary are not included.
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Personal expenses and gratuities
Personal expenses and gratuities are not covered by the tour package.
Mode of Transport
Experience seamless travel with airport transfers and boat rides, including airport pick-up and drop-off in both Galapagos Islands and Quito, and a boat transfer from San Cristobal to Santa Cruz.
Accommodation
Enjoy 7 nights in budget or comfort hotels, with 2 nights in Quito and 5 nights in the Galapagos Islands, providing a comfortable base for your island adventures.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of wildlife can I expect to see during the diving tours?
During the diving tours, you can expect to see a variety of marine life including sea lions, sea turtles, sea iguanas, sharks, rays, and different species of tropical fish. Depending on the dive site, you may also encounter hammerhead sharks, penguins, and barracudas.
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Are there any self-guided activities included in the tour?
Yes, on Day 2, there is a self-guided walking tour to the Interpretation Center and Cerro Tijeretas in San Cristobal. This tour provides information about the formation of the islands, the arrival of humans, and the importance of conservation.
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What is the Charles Darwin Research Station and what can I learn there?
The Charles Darwin Research Station, located in Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island, is the operational branch of the Charles Darwin Foundation. It serves as a base for scientific research on the Galapagos Islands and advises on management actions carried out by the Galapagos National Park Directorate. The station focuses on conservation, restoration, and sustainable development projects to ensure the archipelago is well-managed. ...more ...less
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What should I bring for the self-guided walking tour on Day 2?
For the self-guided walking tour to the Interpretation Center and Cerro Tijeretas, it is recommended to bring good walking shoes, plenty of water, sun protection, and a towel, as it can be very hot and there is an opportunity to snorkel in a small cove.
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What is the experience level required for the diving tours?
Most diving tours are suitable for all levels, but some sites like Gordon Rocks require experienced divers with at least 25 logged dives or an evaluation due to strong currents.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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Galapagos Island Hopping Diving Full Experience 8D/7N
8 Days Starting and ending in Quito, Ecuador
Visiting: Quito, San Cristobal, Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz Island
Tour operator:
Tour code:
54670
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Age range:
5-90