Santa Cruz Package
Highlands - Bartolome - North Seymour - Airport Drop Off

A Single Journey, A Lifetime Memory

Select One of the Two Options
Once your package is booked, our concierge will reach out to confirm your preferred options.

Ideal for travelers planning a longer stay

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Perfect for those on a 4-day trip

The journey spans 4 to 5 days, depending on the experiences you choose — designed with the freedom to fit your pace.

Your Galápagos journey begins the moment you land at GPS, on Santa Cruz Island. Just an hour after arrival, you’ll visit the wild giant tortoise reserve — a rare chance to see these legendary creatures up close in their natural habitat.

North Seymour and Bartolomé are the soul of the Galápagos. 95% of travelers come for these two islands — and they’re both included in your itinerary. To ensure comfort throughout, all excursions are arranged on luxury-class yachts, not budget boats — because every detail matters.5

Our package also offers thoughtful touches: choose between a Bay Tour + Darwin Research Station, or a 6-course fine dining experience at Finch Bay with optional overnight stay.

Gourmet dinners are included, featuring handpicked experiences at Almar, The Point, and Frafre — the island’s most acclaimed restaurants.

Accommodation is not included*

Begin your Galápagos adventure with Santa Cruz Package.

Day 1: Private airport pickup → Visit Los Gemelos, Tortoise Reserve & lava tunnels → Santa Cruz town tour 7 hours

Day 2: Luxury yacht trip to Bartolomé Island → Scenic hike, snorkeling & relaxation 10 hours

Day 3: Explore North Seymour Island → Spot blue-footed boobies 9.5 hours

Day 4: Bay Tour & Darwin Station → A glimpse into the soul of the Galápagos (7 hours, optional)

Day 5: Private airport transfer (This will shift to Day 4 if you choose the 6-course fine dining experience at Finch Bay.)

Extra alcohol is not included.

CIG Prestige Yachts is not eligible for the package

"I must tell you that I had a wonderful time Madison was an amazing help. I was hoping to see one hammerhead shark. Instead, I saw fifty hammerheads and multiple Galapagos sharks.Thank-you!" ---------Charvet Ciraolo

“The entire trip was amazing, and I couldn’t believe I saw a tortoise within the first hour of arriving in the Galapagos. I also want to give a special shoutout to Vicente for his exceptional service. Many people were confused at the airport, but Vicente took care of everything—guiding me to the shuttle, helping with the boat, and assisting with my three pieces of luggage. Later, when I realized I’d left my bag at the airport during our volcano tunnel tour, Vicente went out of his way to help. He arranged for us to take a boat back to the airport island and a shuttle to retrieve my bag. Her thoughtfulness really stood out.” ---------Maya Lewandowska

Itinerary (Times may varies due to weather)

Day 1: Arrival and Exclusive Island Exploration

Arrival at the Airport | 1 hour

Welcome to Galapagos! Thank for you choosing CIG Tours! Your journey will start right at the airport. The journey includes a shuttle bus from the airport to the Itabaca Channel ($ 5 per ticket), a short ferry ride across the channel ($ 1 per ticket), and then ground transportation to Puerto Ayora. The entire transfer takes about one hour. The concierge will buy all tickets in advance for convivence and all transportation fees for this journey are included.

Visit Los Gemelos Twin Craters | 1 hour

Two massive volcanic sinkholes, formed by the collapse of underground magma chambers. A unique Scalesia forest, home to many endemic bird species. Spot rare birds such
as Darwin’s finches, Galápagos doves, and the striking vermilion flycatcher. A
scenic walking trail with excellent photo opportunities.

Highlands Tortoise Reserve | 1.5 - 2 hours

Nestled in the lush highlands of Santa Cruz Island, El Chato Giant Tortoise Reserve offers one of the most authentic and intimate encounters with the iconic Galapagos giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Unlike the controlled environments of Darwin centers, El Chato center allows visitors to witness these gentle giants freely roaming across vast grasslands, soaking in mud pools, and feeding on lush vegetation. This reserve is an essential stop for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and conservation-minded travelers looking to understand the crucial role these creatures play in the Galapagos ecosystem.

Lunch will be served after El Chato Tour

Lava Tunnels Exploration | 0.5 - 1 hour

Walk through underground lava tubes, formed by volcanic eruptions thousands of years ago. Some tunnels are several hundred meters long, with impressive rock formations. Learn howmolten lava created these natural wonders as the outer layer hardened while the inside remained molten. A chance to experience a dark and cool subterranean environment, contrasting with the island’s coastal landscapes.

Santa Cruz Town Tour | 0.5 hour

Get a quick tour of Santa Cruz town with stops at the park, market, phone store, hospital, tour agencies, beach, and museum. This quick overview will help you get acquainted with the town’s layout and amenities, ensuring you have all the information you need. After the town tour, you’ll be taken to your hotel

6:30 PM - Exclusive Dinner Experience

Enjoy your exclusive dinner at a reserved restaurant.

You may inform the concierge of your preferred dinner time.

Evening

Return to your hotel or accommodations for the night.

** The tour times vary and start based on your arrival time and flight number.

Day 2: Explore the Iconic Bartolomé Island

7:30 A.M. to 10:15 A.M. - Transfer to the Dock

We will pick you up at your hotel at approximately 7:30 a.m. and head to the town of Puerto Ayora. From there, we will board a transfer bus for a 45-minute journey across Santa Cruz Island to Itabaca Channel, where we will embark on the Yacht. Our navigation to Bartolomé Island will take approximately 2 hours, offering spectacular views of the Galápagos archipelago. We expect to arrive at Bartolome around 10:15 a.m.

10:15 A.M. to 11:15 A.M. - Hiking to the viewpoint

Upon arrival, we will perform a dry landing at a small dock often surrounded by playful sea lions. Our hike to the iconic viewpoint of Bartolome covers a 600-meter trail with wooden steps leading to the summit. As we ascend, we will pass through volcanic landscapes, featuring pioneer plants like the Tiquilia and Chamaesyce, remnants of the island’s dramatic geological history.

At the top, we will be rewarded with a panoramic view of the island’s lava fields, Pinnacle Rock, and Sullivan Bay’s turquoise waters.

11:15 A.M. to 12:15 P.M. - Snorkeling at Sullivan Bay

At around 11:15 a.m., we will make our way to Sullivan Bay, one of the best snorkeling spots in Galápagos. Alternatively, you can enjoy the beach time.

12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. | Sailing to CHINESE HAT

We will set sail from Bartolomé and head towards Chinese Hat, a small islet named for its unique cone-shaped volcanic formation. The journey will take approximately 30 minutes, and we expect to arrive at 12:45 p.m.

12:45 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. | Exploring Chinese Hat

After a wet landing on a pristine white sand beach, we will begin our guided walk through the island’s dramatic lava formations and unique coastal ecosystems.

Chinese Hat is home to:

✔Galapagos penguins resting on the lava rocks
✔Sea lion colonies basking in the sun

✔Marine iguanas blending into the volcanic terrain

✔Sally Lightfoot crabs dotting the black lava shores

✔Galapagos hawks soaring overhead

At 1:30 p.m., we will dive into the crystal-clear waters surrounding Chinese Hat

2:30 p.m. to 5: 15 p.m. | RETURN TO PUERTO AYORA

We will navigate back to Itabaca Channel, arriving at 4:30 p.m. Once at the dock, we will board a transfer bus for the 45-minute drive back to Puerto Ayora, where we will arrive at approximately 5:15 p.m.

Evening

Dinner at leisure and enjoy an exclusive dinner experience.

North Seymour Island

7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. | Transfer & Itabaca Channel

Our Concierge do pick up at the Angermeyer Inn at approximately 7:30 a.m.

Taking Water Taxi from Angermeyer Inn to the town of Puerto Ayora where we’ll hop aboard a transfer bus that takes us on a relaxing 45-minute journey up and over the island of Santa Cruz to the Itabaca Channel, where we will board the Yacht.

From the Itabaca Channel to North Seymour, our sailing time is approximately

50 minutes. We will arrive at the small yet gorgeous island of North Seymour at around

10:00 a.m., where we will hop aboard our panga (dinghy) to perform a Dry Landing and disembark.

10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | North Seymour Island 1. North Seymour Island Coastline

As we begin our hiking excursion of the island, you will immediately notice that there is a difference between North Seymour and Santa Cruz. The second one displays uneven terrain, rolling hills, and highlands that are home to a very different kind of vegetation compared to that which grows by the coast. On the other hand, North Seymour resembles a relatively flat slab of terrain! It’s the result of underwater uplift rather than volcanic activity. That’s right – North Seymour was once ocean floor! There is no known reason for how or why this formation came to be, but it nevertheless became the perfectly flat setting for wildlife that it is today.

2. North Seymour hike in the Galapagos

Hiking at North Seymour Island guided by one of our Galapagos National Park Guides.
This island is packed with wildlife that surrounds visitors as they walk along the island’s trails. Prepare to be greeted by the lounging Galapagos sea lions and some of the most iconic Galapagos birds. In fact, North Seymour is home to some of the archipelago’s largest colonies of frigatebirds and blue-footed boobies! So, birdwatchers, get ready for some serious bird action! If you’re lucky, you might stumble upon blue-footed boobies in the middle of their amusing courtship display.

3. Galapagos land iguana found at North Seymour Island

While exploring North Seymour, you’ll encounter this beautiful creature of the archipelago. Harmoniously living in the same space, you will also be able to observe the endemic land iguana. You’ll also likely encounter the masked cousin of the blue-footed booby – the majestic Nazca booby. At North Seymour, you’ll most likely be able to check off up to 7 out of 15 of our BIG15 list of iconic species in the Galapagos.

12:45 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. | LAS BACHAS BEACH

Las Bacha's shoreline in the Galapagos Islands
After WWII, US military barges were beached and abandoned here. Locals referred to the beach as the barges beach, a name that gradually morphed into “las bachas” in Spanish. Today it is an important nesting area for the eastern Pacific green sea turtle. Located on the north shore of Santa Cruz Island, it is a glorious white beach, with several brackish lagoons only a few steps away from the sea. These lagoons are the feeding grounds of various wading birds, from stilts all the way to flamingos.

Lunch will be ready and served at around 2:10 p.m., at which point we kindly invite guests to come back aboard the Yacht to enjoy their meal. Allergy Mark* Nuts, Sesame, Green Pepper, Non-Seafood
Fantastic snorkeling, swimming, and/or simply enjoying the soft, white sand beach are some of the activities you can enjoy here.

3:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. | Heading Back

Once we’ve wrapped up our experience here, we’ll set sail and head back to the Itabaca Channel, a journey that will take approximately 30 minutes. Once we’ve arrived at the channel, we’ll disembark and hop on the bus that will take us a 45-minute journey back to Puerto Ayora.
If the group would like to go back to hotel, our concierge will prepare the water taxi and send clients back to Your Hotel.

Evening

Dinner at leisure and enjoy an exclusive dinner experience.

Frafre, the most authentic restaurant on the island.