CURRENT JOURNEY · South America
Ecuador & Galápagos
- Nature
Santa Cruz, North Seymour, Mosquera and San Cristóbal
Trip details
Galápagos · Islands, Wildlife & Ocean
Santa Cruz, North Seymour, Mosquera and San Cristóbal
A land-based Galápagos trip using Puerto Ayora as a home base, with wildlife, conservation, snorkeling, island day tours and a private charter day on the water. It is built for travelers who want substantial island time without the price and constraints of a live-aboard cruise.
Route: U.S. origin → Galápagos (GPS) → Puerto Ayora / Santa Cruz → North Seymour & Mosquera → San Cristóbal → Santa Cruz → home
- Dates
- November 10 – 18, 2026
- Length
- November 10–18, including overnight travel
- Public price
- $4,800 per person
- Activity
- Moderate walking across sand, trails and lava rock; boat transfers; optional swimming and snorkeling
- Lodging
- Guesthouse lodging in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz, within walking distance of town amenities
- Rooming
- Double occupancy is standard; single occupancy is available for an additional $300 in the current trip packet
Day by day
Full itinerary
This is the working itinerary for this departure. Exact timing can move with flights, weather, local conditions and the group.
Nov 10
Depart the United States
International overnight travel toward Ecuador.
Nov 11
Arrive in Galápagos
Fly into Baltra/GPS, cross to Santa Cruz, settle into Puerto Ayora and visit Tortuga Bay as timing allows.
Nov 12
Santa Cruz
Charles Darwin Research Station, giant tortoise conservation, lava formations and beaches.
Nov 13
Private charter day
Sail North Seymour and Mosquera for wildlife observation, snorkeling and a full day on the water.
Nov 14
San Cristóbal
Day tour to the interpretive center, Lobos Beach and Las Tijeretas.
Nov 15
Free / optional activity day
Optional Isabella Island, scuba, surfing or independent time; optional activities are not included.
Nov 16
Las Grietas & Santa Cruz
Morning swim/hike at Las Grietas and a free afternoon.
Nov 17
Depart Galápagos
Begin return travel from GPS.
Nov 18
Arrive home
Complete overnight international travel.
Included
What the current packet includes
- Listed excursions and activities
- Private chartered boat cruise
- Puerto Ayora lodging
- Daily breakfast
- Lunches on scheduled day tours
- Ground and water transportation within the itinerary
- Snorkel gear
- Eco-lectures, interpretive centers and licensed guides
Not included
Plan separately for these
- Galápagos National Park entrance fee ($200 in the current trip packet)
- Galápagos Transit Card ($20 in the current trip packet)
- Dinners and lunches on free days
- Optional tours such as scuba diving
- Bottled water, personal gear, gifts and snacks
- Travel insurance, medical/emergency costs and tips
- Seat upgrades, extra baggage and other airline extras
Before you book
Lodging, flights & preparation
Where you stay
Guesthouse lodging in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz, within walking distance of town amenities
Flights & arrival
International and Galápagos flight arrangements are confirmed during booking; travelers may also arrange their own flights to GPS
Room options
Double occupancy is standard; single occupancy is available for an additional $300 in the current trip packet
Physical demands
Moderate walking across sand, trails and lava rock; boat transfers; optional swimming and snorkeling
Traveler preparation
- Passport required
- Expect uneven lava rock, docks, boats, beaches and 3–4 hours of walking on some days
- Swimming and snorkeling are optional, but much of the trip is maritime
- Sun protection and sturdy comfortable footwear are important
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended
Ready when the details fit
Request this trip.
Send the Roam Alive trip request online. Booking, room choices, approved add-ons and payment continue through the same trip workflow.