Galápagos Within Reach

Transfer from the airport to the hotel. Overnight stay.

COTACACHI:
Departure from the hotel heading north to visit the "Plaza de Ponchos" at the Otavalo handicraft market. Visit Cotacachi and its leather goods shops while enjoying Andean landscapes featuring San Pablo Lake and the Imbabura and Cayambe volcanoes. A traditional cultural and shopping experience.

COTOPAXI NATIONAL PARK:
Departure from the hotel to Cotopaxi National Park, located 70 km southeast of Quito. The visit includes a hike around Limpiopungo Lagoon to observe birds, wild horses, and the "chuquiraguas" (Andean flowers). Includes lunch and a visit to an export rose farm. Return to the hotel.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Historic Center, including the Basilica (towers and stained glass windows), Plaza Grande, Government Palace, and a guided tour of La Compañía de Jesús. Visit San Francisco Plaza and the Panecillo lookout. Afterward, transfer to the Middle of the World to visit the Equatorial Line Monument and the Intiñan Museum (entries included). A final stop is made at the Teleférico (cable car entry not included). Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Transfer from the hotel to the airport for the flight from Quito to Baltra (not included). *A PASSPORT is required to enter the Galapagos Islands.
GALAPAGOS - BALTRA - HIGHLANDS - GEMELOS CRATERS
Reception at Baltra Airport and transfer by "Lobito" bus to the Itabaca Channel. Cross by ferry to Santa Cruz Island and continue to Puerto Ayora, coordinated according to flight arrival times to minimize waiting.
Transfer from your hotel to one of the local farms to observe Giant Tortoises in their natural habitat. Explore the surroundings and visit the nearby Lava Tunnels in the island's highlands. Afterwards, visit the "Gemelos Craters," a unique natural formation, to appreciate the local flora and landscape. Return to the hotel. Overnight stay.

Walk from your hotel to the ecological trail entrance leading to Tortuga Bay. After an approximately 40-minute walk through native vegetation, arrive at this white sand beach lined with mangroves. Enjoy time at "Playa Mansa," ideal for snorkeling to observe fish, marine iguanas, and sea lions. Return to Puerto Ayora by small boat (included) to avoid the return hike. (*) Please bring towels and equipment from your hotel. Free time for lunch.
SANTA CRUZ ISLAND BAY TOUR
Walk to the pier for a 15 to 20-minute boat ride to begin the bay exploration. Visit Shark Channel to observe harmless reef sharks, followed by the crystalline waters of Canal del Amor, Playa de los Perros, and the Salt Mines. Continue to Las Grietas, a sea inlet located between two cliffs, and finally enjoy Punta Estrada beach until sunset. Return to the hotel.

Departure from the pier for a speedboat navigation to Puerto Villamil on Isabela Island. Upon arrival, transfer to the selected hotel followed by a walk to the Wetlands. Visit the Flamingo Lagoon, surrounded by lush vegetation, and observe various migratory bird species depending on the season. Return to the hotel. Overnight stay.

Walk to the pier to board a boat for a bay tour. Arrive at the "Tintoreras" islet and channel to observe penguins, pelicans, white-tip sharks, sea turtles, and sea lions. In the afternoon, enjoy free time for snorkeling at Concha Perla beach or visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center independently. Return to the hotel. Overnight stay.

Early departure (approx. 06:00 AM) to the pier for a 2-hour speedboat navigation back to Santa Cruz Island. Upon arrival, transfer from Puerto Ayora to Baltra Airport for the flight to Quito.
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