Galapagos Island-Hopping Tours are a combination of day tours and time to explore by yourself. In this captivating 3-day classic tour, you’ll unravel the distinct allure of San Cristóbal Island. Take part in snorkeling adventures, delve into the island’s history at the Interpretation Center, and explore La Lobería‘s vibrant marine life. Explore Kicker Rock, El Junco Lagoon, and the lively town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. This compact Galapagos journey still packs a punch.
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Highlights
Kicker RockThe favorite place for an array of marine birds, and great underwater life including sharks.
La LoberiaA beautiful beach where you can find plenty of sea lions, interacting with each other.
Playa MannSnorkel and enjoy beach time while watching the sea lions around you.
Las TijeretasOne of the only places where you can watch the two species of frigate birds nesting in the same colony.
San Cristobal Interpretation CenterLearn about the evolution of the species in the Galapagos Islands.
Itinerary
DAY 1 TRANSFER IN – LA LOBERIA
Your tour will start at San Cristobal Airport (SCY). The guide will pick you up at the arrivals area of the airport and will take you to your hotel in the village to drop your luggage. Your first activity in San Cristobal will be La Loberia beach where you can snorkel and you might be accompanied by sea lions and beautiful fish. You have some free time at the beach before you will be dropped off at your hotel where you can relax. In the evening you will have a delicious local dinner waiting for you.
Today you will have a day tour to Kicker Rock. You will go there with a small boat to see the lava formation in the middle of the ocean. The boat will anchor and you can jump of the boat to snorkel. Here you will be able to spot different shark species, turtles, rays, and more. In some seasons you might encounter jellyfish which can sting you, however a wetsuit will be provided when this is the case. After snorkeling you will continue to Playa Manglecito or a similar beach. This white coral beach offers the opportunity to walk around, relax and swim in shallow waters before returning to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. You will have a box lunch on board.
Activity:Snorkeling, Swimming, Wildlife Watching.
Transport:Boat.
Meal:Breakfast, Box-Lunch.
Accommodation:Hotel Casa Opuntia or similar.
DAY 3 PLAYA MANN SELF GUIDED – TRANSFER OUT
In the morning you might have some time to visit Playa Mann, Las Tijeretas or the interpretation center by yourself (This depends on your flight schedule). At Playa Mann you can snorkel and see some sea lions. After this you will be brought to the airport (SCY). The tour will end upon arrival to the airport.
Airport pickup and drop off at San Cristobal Airport at your arrival/departure time.
Transportation as described in the itinerary.
Local naturalist guide (English & Spanish speaking).
All activities as described in the itinerary.
24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish.
Exclusions
+ Round trip flights from mainland Ecuador to Galapagos Islands.
+ Food & drinks that are not mentioned in the itinerary.
+ Entrance fee for the Galapagos National Park: $ 100 p.p. (cash only).
+ Migratory Control Card / Ingala Transit Card: $ 20 p.p. (cash only).
+ Water Taxi (small boat that takes you from the speedboat to the harbor and back).
+ Wetsuit (recommended between May – November).
+ Personal travel & health insurance.
+ Personal expenses.
+ Optional tips for the guide.
Additional information
Prices for 2024 and 2025 are subject to change.
For children under the age of 12, there is a 10% discount.
It is recommended to book flights with an early arrival time to the Galapagos Islands and a late departure time from San Cristobal to make sure you can enjoy all of the activities of the tour.
This itinerary is fixed. Please send us an email if you are looking for a customized itinerary.
Tap water on the Galapagos Islands might contain bacteria and should not be consumed, not even for brushing your teeth. Bottled or purified water is always recommended.
Inform yourself about food safety when traveling to tropical countries. Take the necessary precaution to avoid food poisoning (always wash your hands before eating, don’t eat ‘street food’, only eat peeled fruits, etc.).
It is mandatory to have valid travel and medical insurance. Please inform us of any known medical conditions you have.
Rebecca Adventure Travel reserves the right to change the itinerary without previous notice due to weather conditions, availabilities, National Park regulations or notifications and unforeseeable circumstances.
It is possible that pictures will be taken during your tour, so it is recommended to bring a USB.