Galapagos Islands 5 Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and Acclimation
- Morning: Arrive at Baltra Island and take a ferry to Santa Cruz Island, where you’ll check-in to your hotel and have lunch.
- Afternoon: Visit the highlands of Santa Cruz Island to see giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Stop at the Twin Craters, two large volcanic craters that offer breathtaking views.
- Evening: Enjoy dinner and rest up for the adventures ahead.
Day 2: North Seymour and Mosquito Cove
- Morning: Take a speedboat ride to North Seymour Island, where you’ll spend the day exploring this unique island. See blue-footed boobies, sea lions, and marine iguanas.
- Lunch: Enjoy lunch on the beach or in the shade of a cactus tree.
- Afternoon: Visit Mosquito Cove, a secluded bay filled with sea turtles and marine life. Take a snorkeling tour to see the incredible underwater world.
- Evening: Return to your hotel on Santa Cruz Island for dinner and relaxation.
Day 3: Isabela Island
- Morning: Take a morning boat ride to Isabela Island, where you’ll visit the Wall of Tears, a historic site built by prisoners in the 1940s. See giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and blue-footed boobies.
- Lunch: Enjoy lunch at the island’s only restaurant, overlooking the ocean.
- Afternoon: Visit the Sierra Negra Volcano, one of the most impressive volcanoes on the Galapagos Islands. Take a guided hike to see lava tubes and stunning views.
- Evening: Return to your hotel in Puerto Villamil for dinner and rest.
Day 4: Fernandina Island and Punta Espinosa
- Morning: Take a boat ride to Fernandina Island, where you’ll visit Punta Espinosa. See marine iguanas, sea lions, and a variety of bird species.
- Lunch: Enjoy lunch on the island or at your hotel in Puerto Villamil.
- Afternoon: Visit Post Office Bay, where you can send postcards from the historic site that has been used since 1793.
- Evening: Return to Santa Cruz Island for dinner and rest.
Day 5: South Plaza Island and Santa Cruz
- Morning: Take a speedboat ride to South Plaza Island, where you’ll see land iguanas, sea lions, and tropical bird species. Explore the island’s unique vegetation and stunning views.
- Lunch: Enjoy lunch on the beach or at your hotel in Santa Cruz.
- Afternoon: Visit El Garrapata, a rocky shore filled with marine life, including sea turtles and marine iguanas.
- Evening: Celebrate your final evening in the Galapagos Islands with dinner and reflection on an unforgettable adventure.
This itinerary is designed to give you a taste of the unique wildlife and landscapes of the Galapagos Islands. With guided tours and expert knowledge, you’ll get up close and personal with these incredible creatures and ecosystems.