4 Day San Cristobal Expedition

Highlights

Kicker RockSnorkel in the favorite place of an array of marine birds, and great underwater life.
Playa MannDo paddle boarding at Playa Mann together with numerous sea lions.
Española IslandSpot unique wildlife. This island is the only nesting site for the Waved Albatross.

Map

Itinerary

DAY 1 SAN CRISTOBAL – PADDLE BOARDING
Today is the first day of your San Cristobal Expedition tour. You will arrive at the airport of San Cristobal, one of the oldest islands in Galapagos. You will be picked up at the airport, and transferred with an English speaking driver to your hotel in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. A great advantage is the location of the airport, which is only 5 minutes from the village. In the afternoon, you will have a paddle boarding activity in the harbor of Playa Mann. Sea lions will be guaranteed!
- ActivityPaddle Boarding, Wildlife Watching.
- TransportCar.
- MealLunch.
- AccommodationsTourist Class: Hotel Galapagos Eco Friendly or similar. Tourist Superior Class: Hotel Casa Opuntia or similar.
DAY 2 KICKER ROCK
Today, you will have a day tour to Kicker Rock, with lunch and snorkeling equipment included. In a small boat, you will set for the lava formation in the middle of the ocean called Kicker Rock. The boat will anchor, and you will jump from the boat to snorkel in the canal in between the rock formation. Here, you will be able to spot marine turtles, rays, different shark species (sometimes even hammerheads) and more. After snorkeling, you will continue to Manglecito or a similar beach. These white coral beaches offer a nice opportunity to swim in shallow waters, walk around and relax before returning to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. You will have a box lunch on board.

* It is also possible to dive at Kicker Rock (two immersions) if you have your PADI certificate (+ $ 80) including equipment.
- ActivityExploring, Relaxing, Snorkeling, Wildlife Watching.
- TransportBoat.
- MealBreakfast, Box Lunch.
- AccommodationsTourist Class: Hotel Galapagos Eco Friendly or similar. Tourist Superior Class: Hotel Casa Opuntia or similar.
DAY 3 ESPAÑOLA ISLAND
Early in the morning, you will board a small boat that will navigate southwards. After 2 hours, the boat will arrive at Punta Suarez, where you will go on land for a hike of about 2 hours. During the walk, you will be able to see many different birds. Continuing inland, the trail leads to a cliff on the southern side of the island overlooking the ocean. After the hike, you will return to the boat which will navigate to the other side of the island towards Gardner Islet. Here, you will have the chance to go snorkeling for about 1.5 hours and see even more marine life. Afterwards, you will have lunch on board, and finally, the boat will head back to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.
- ActivityExploring, Hiking, Sightseeing, Snorkeling, Wildlife Watching.
- TransportBoat.
- MealBreakfast, Box Lunch.
- AccommodationsTourist Class: Hotel Galapagos Eco Friendly or similar. Tourist Superior Class: Hotel Casa Opuntia or similar.
DAY 5 TRANSFER OUT
Today, your San Cristobal Expedition comes to an end. After breakfast, and depending on your flight times, an airport transfer with Spanish speaking driver will be arranged.
- TransportCar.
- MealBreakfast.

Inclusions

Meals as described in the itinerary.
Accommodation in a double or triple room.
Airport pickup and drop off at San Cristobal Airport at your arrival/departure time.
Transportation on the island as described in the itinerary.
Local naturalist guide (English & Spanish speaking).
All activities as described in the itinerary.
Snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel, fins and life vest.
24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish.
Exclusions

+ Round trip flights between mainland Ecuador and the 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).
+ Wetsuits for rent (recommended between May – November).
+ Personal travel & health insurance.
+ Optional tips for the guide.

Additional information

TOUR SUMMARY

The Expedition Galapagos Island Hopping Tours are designed for travelers who like a combination of organized activities and explore other parts of the Galapagos Islands by themselves. In this San Cristobal Expedition tour, you will see numerous sea lions and you have the chance to go to Kicker Rock, Espanola island, and go paddleboarding! Go on an adventure with our San Cristobal Expedition tour

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For children under the age of 12, there is a 10% discount.
The price listed corresponds to accommodation in the Tourist class. Tourist Superior class accommodation is also available for this tour. If you would like to know more about this option, please contact us.
It is recommended to book flights with an early arrival time to the Galapagos Islands and a late departure time from the Galapagos Islands to make sure you can enjoy all of the activities of the tour. Late arrivals and/or early departures mean you might miss some activities.
Tr y to only bring small baggage/bags since public transportation on the Galapagos Islands is quite small.
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.).
Rebecca Adventure Travel cannot take any responsibility for any illnesses or missed meals & tours due to an illness.
It is important 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.