GALAPAGOS HABITAT

A SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER FOR 2018
BOOK 2 OR MORE NIGHTS AT THE GALAPAGOS HABITAT
AND ENJOY ONE MORE ON THE HOUSE

HIGHLIGHTS

A snapshot of islands to be visited and the highlights and iconic fauna and flora species of each island.

DAY BY DAY ITINERARY:

Detailed information on activities and visits to each island and applicable cruise rates

PRE-GALAPAGOS TOURS:

A sample of tours offered in Quito and surroundings o be offered in combination with this Galapagos Hotel Based Program. Or, we can tailor additional Pre and Post tours to adjust to your clients’ interests

GTHR-106 – GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
GALAPAGOS HABITAT – ISLAND HOPPING
SANTA CRUZ ISLAND – FOUR DAYS / THREE NIGHTS

Daily Departures

HIGHLIGHTS

DAY 1: Arrival. Highlands of Santa Cruz + Charles Darwin Station. (-/L/D)
DAY 2: Day tour to one of the following islands: Bartolome /Santa Fe /Seymour Norte + Bachas /Plazas + Punta Carrion. (B/L/D)
DAY 3: Day tour to one of the following islands: Bartolome /Santa Fe /Seymour Norte + Bachas /Plazas + Punta Carrion or
Bay Tour + Tortuga Bay. (B/L/D)
DAY 4: Departure. (B/-/-)

GTHR-106 – GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
FOUR DAYS / THREE NIGHTS
GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON NUMBER OF GUESTS

CATEGORY SINGLE DOUBLE TRIPLE
STANDARD $2,845 $1,998 $1,854
SUPERIOR $2,921 $2,033 $1,890
SUITES $3,680 $2,376 $2,232

Applicable rates for four or more guests please check with us.

 

GTHR-106 – GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
GALAPAGOS HABITAT – ISLAND HOPPING
SANTA CRUZ ISLAND – FOUR DAYS / THREE NIGHTS

Daily Departures

ITINERARY

DAY 1: TRANSFER IN + HIGHLANDS + CHARLES DARWIN STATION

Upon arrival in Baltra Airport, meeting, assistance and land transfer to Santa Cruz and the hotel. En route we will explore the island’s highlands with its green vegetation and a visit to a local ranch where we will be able to see Giant Turtles in their natural habitat. Lunch at the ranch. We will head to the Charles Darwin Station. The center is a reservoir of information on habitats and local conservation, as well as other fascinating relevant statistics. The most striking attraction of this station is certainly the Tortoise Breeding Center, where it is possible to view tortoises of varied sizes and shapes. Travelers here can freely walk and get their photos clicked with the tortoises. Among other inhabitants at the center, you can see the land and marine iguanas and different species of birds. After this visit we will head to Puerto Ayora and your hotel.
Overnight accommodations Galapagos Habitat
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

DAY 2: DAY CRUISE TOUR TO ONE OF THE FOLLOWING ISLANDS: Bartolome /

Santa Fe / Seymour Norte + Bachas / Plazas + Punta Carrion
Overnight accommodations Galapagos Habitat
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

ISLANDS VISIT DESCRIPTIONS:

DAY TOUR BARTOLOME / SULLIVAN DESCRIPTION
After breakfast, you will be picked up and transferred to the Itabaca Channel to board the yacht that will take you to Bartolome, an island with turquoise waters and beautiful white sand beaches.
After 2 hours of sailing, arrival, and tour starts climbing a staircase. From the top you will see a spectacular landscape, where you will see two beautiful bays and fascinating formations of lava and volcanic cones. Here is the famous Pinnacle, which is a huge black lava formation that has eroded over time, representing the most recognized image of the archipelago. Near Pinnacle Rock you will also see two beautiful beaches in the form of a crescent.
This island offers some of the most beautiful landscapes of the archipelago. It is an extinct volcano and has a variety of red soils, orange, green, black and shiny volcanic formations. This is the perfect place to observe the Galapagos penguins. Moreover, you will practice snorkel with sea turtles, sharks, white tip reef, tropical fish, sea lions and many other unique marine species. After lunch, you will visit Sullivan Bay. Here you can see some amazing lava formations, the product of a volcanic eruption in 1903. This is an excellent example of typical forms and colors that contrast with older types of lava.
Take also into account that Bartolome Island is the breeding ground of the green sea tortoises. They come to the shores of the island to nest during the months of January and March, every year. Tour ends at approximately 5:00 pm. Transfer to Galapagos Habitat .

FULL DAY TOUR SANTA FE ISLAND (LAND VISIT):
After breakfast, you will be picked up and transferred to Puerto Ayora dock, to board the yacht to Santa Fe, which is a central island surrounded by an incredible turquoise bay water. This island is protected by a natural barrier of rocks, where colonies of sea lions and hawks can be found. After 40 minutes of navigation, you will discover a beautiful beach with a colony of sea lions resting and enjoying the sun! You will continue following a path full of two species of land iguanas that can be found only on this island. Their main food are the leaves and fruits of the large and thick cactus, which are also endemic, and the major attraction of this island. Crabs, night herons, sea iguanas, mockingbirds and ground doves are seen frequently in this area. After the walk, lunch will be served on board. Then, you will do snorkeling. This bay is excellent for practicing this activity that is perfect to find some species, such as sea tortoises, and stingrays. Tour ends at approximately 5:00 pm. Transfer to Galapagos Habitat .

FULL DAY TOUR SEYMOUR NORTE / PLAYA BACHAS
After breakfast, you will be picked up and transferred to the Itabaca Channel to board the yacht that will take you to North Seymour Island, which is a great place for hiking. There is a visitor or circular path about 2 miles long that crosses the interior of the island and allows you to explore the rocky coast path. During this trail, you will be able to discover some of the largest seabird colonies on the Galapagos Islands.
Moreover, you will have the opportunity to observe the nesting sites of blue-footed boobies, and the bright and colorful frigates that are visible throughout the year. These two species represent one of the biggest attractions of Galapagos. The frigates inflate their red chest when they try to attract or draw attention to their couples. These birds are also well known to steal food from the blue-footed boobies. Additionally, you cannot miss the funny ritual or dance performed by the blue-footed boobies, in order to attract their couples.
After lunch, we will snorkeling with green sea tortoises, and the famous Galapagos sharks, you will also appreciate the sea lions playing and surfing in the sea. Then, visit the Bachas beach, where you will enjoy resting and swimming in the wonderful Galapagos Sea. Tour ends at approximately 5:00 pm. Transfer to Galapagos Habitat .

FULL DAY TOUR ISLAS PLAZAS / PUNTA CARRIÓN
After breakfast, you will be picked up and transferred to the Itabaca Channel to board the yacht that will take you to Plazas. After 2 hours of navigation, the first attraction to see are the largest colonies of sea lions of the archipelago. Then, just a few meters behind the dock, a group of land iguanas can always be observed. The trail goes through the other side of the island, which is very small and rectangular. You will walk along a ravine, where you can enjoy the way along with land iguanas, some marine iguanas and birds, such as: blue footed and masked boobies, swallow-tailed gulls, puffins and tropical birds. Besides of this, frigates and pelicans can also be found on the area. Lunch will be served on board.

Despite its small size, this island is the home of a large number of species, and it is famous for its extraordinary flora, including attractive beautiful trees and cactus, where a large colony of Galapagos land iguanas live. Therefore, this island is very popular among local and foreign visitors. Depending on the season, vegetation changes its color from bright green in the rainy season to orange and purple in the dry season. You cannot miss this spectacular landscape! Tour ends at approximately 5:00 pm. Transfer to Galapagos Habitat .

DAY 3: DAY CRUISE TOUR TO ONE OF THE FOLLOWING ISLANDS: Bartolome /

Santa Fe / Seymour Norte + Bachas / Plazas + Punta Carrion or Bay Tour + Tortuga Bay
(Please refer to “DAY 2” for Islands day tours)

BAY TOUR + TORTUGA BAY DESCRIPTION
After breakfast we will make the bay tour, also known in Spanish as “Tour de Bahía”, is a must in the Galápagos. This is tour combines snorkeling, hiking, learning about the islands and relaxing. During the tour you will visit fascinating spots like the “Lobería” and “Las Grietas” where you will snorkel, hike, and learn about the Island. In the afternoon to Tortuga Bay. Take a walk to Tortuga Bay, through a path that merges with a giant Opuntia and Candelabra cactus forest, home to numerous Darwin finches, mockingbirds, yellow warblers, lava lizards and many more of the Galapagos endemic and native species. As you enter the white sandy beach, you will have a chance to observe different marine species, like sting rays and baby reef sharks in the shallow waters of the mangrove ecosystems. After swimming on the beach, take a very short hike to the marine iguana nesting site. The walk back is through a prickly pear forest carpeted in crimson sesuvium with black lava outcroppings, this area is home to more marine iguana colonies. Short boat ride to Puerto Ayora Pier.
Overnight accommodations Galapagos Habitat
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4: TRANSFER OUT

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport to take the flight back to the mainland.
Meals: Breakfast

NOTE: The visits to the islands are subject to change due to climate, logistical and safety reasons, or decisions of the Galapagos National Park.

GTHR-106 – GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
FOUR DAYS / THREE NIGHTS
GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON NUMBER OF GUESTS

CATEGORY SINGLE DOUBLE TRIPLE
STANDARD $2,845 $1,998 $1,854
SUPERIOR $2,921 $2,033 $1,890
SUITES $3,680 $2,376 $2,232

Applicable rates for four or more guests please check with us.

 

PROGRAM INCLUDES:

Transfers in – out from / to Baltra airport.
Accommodation for 3 nights at Galapagos Habitat (breakfast included).
Taxes: 22% ( 12% VAT TAX + 10% Service fees).
Full day visits to two islands during day 2 and day 3as per itinerary.
Guidance in English / Spanish.
All transportation during the stay.
Full board as per itinerary during the stay at the hotel.
Snorkeling equipment for daily tours (mask and tube).

NOT INCLUDED:

Air ticket between Quito or Guayaquil and Baltra Airport in Galapagos.
Entrance to the GPS National Park ($ 100). Ingala Card ($ 20). Lunch (4th day).
Tips and gratuities to guides and hotel staff. Expenses of personal nature. Activities and services not specified in the itinerary.

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GTGE – 25 – QUITO
Quito City Tour & Museum
or Equator Line
Three Days / Two Nights – Private Services
Daily
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GTGE – 24 – QUITO
Ideal for Galapagos
or Amazon Programs
Two Days / One Night – Private Services
Daily
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GTGE – 26 – QUITO
Quito, Otavalo &
Cuicocha Lagoon
Four Days / Three Nights – Private Services
Daily
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GTLT-30 – QUITO
Flavors, Aromas, Nature & Traditions
Quito, Otavalo & Mindo
Five Days / Four Nights – Private Services
Daily
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GTGE – 35 – QUITO & CLOUD FLOREST
Quito & Mindo
Traditions, Culture & Nature
Four Days/ Three Nights – Private
Daily
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GTGE –42 - QUITO, OTAVALO & COTOPAXI
Andean Gastronomy, Traditions and Nature
Six Days / Five Nights – Private Services
Daily
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GTGE – 50 - CULTURAL INTERACTIONS
Quito, Otavalo, Cotopaxi, Riobamba & Cuenca
Seven Days / Six Nights – Private Services
Daily
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GTGE – 54 – ECUADOR ANDES EXPERIENCES
Quito, Cotopaxi, Baños, Riobamba, Alausi,
Devil’s Nose Train, Ingapirca, Cuenca
Eight Days / Seven Nights – Private
Daily
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Plantation, Florida  
13494 NW 7th Street
Plantation, Florida 33325

Miami, Florida 
9930 SW 142 Street
Miami, Florida 33176

Toll Free USA & Canada:
(800) 666 8687
Local Number: 
(305) 436 0933 
Fax:     
(305 436 0843

Send us a Message

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G T TOURS OFFICES:

Plantation, Florida  
13494 NW 7th Street
Plantation, Florida 33325

Miami, Florida 
9930 SW 142 Street
Miami, Florida 33176

Toll Free USA & Canada:
(800) 666 8687
Local Number: 
(305) 436 0933 
Fax:     
(305 436 0843

Send us a Message

ENQUIRE NOW

We will be happy to answer your questions or comments.

G T TOURS OFFICES:

Plantation, Florida  
13494 NW 7th Street
Plantation, Florida 33325

Miami, Florida 
9930 SW 142 Street
Miami, Florida 33176

Toll Free USA & Canada:
(800) 666 8687
Local Number: 
(305) 436 0933 
Fax:     
(305 436 0843