San Cristobal Adventure in Luxury

Duration

3 Nights
Trip Comfort

Luxury
Islands You Stay On

San Cristobal
Price From

$2,910 per person

Discover the magic of San Cristóbal and its surrounding islands on this unforgettable Galapagos journey. From snorkeling in iconic Kicker Rock to witnessing unique wildlife on Española Island, this adventure immerses you in the natural wonders of the archipelago, blending thrilling experiences with comfortable accommodations.

Trip Summary Highlights:

Snorkel at Leon Dormido (Kicker Rock), one of the Galapagos’ best underwater sites, home to reef sharks, rays, sea turtles, and tropical fish.
Encounter playful sea lions and test your gear in a serene, protected bay.
Cruise to Española Island, home to waved albatross, colorful marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, and stunning coastal scenery.
Visit La Galapaguera, a conservation center for endangered giant tortoises and endemic flora.
Enjoy a comfortable stay at the Golden Bay Hotel, perfectly situated for island exploration and relaxation.

Example Itinerary

Day 1 | San Cristóbal Island

Hike to Frigate Hill for stunning coastal views and vibrant birdlife, then explore lava trails and snorkel at Darwin Bay. Visit Carola Beach to encounter sea turtles, sea lions, and marine iguanas. Optional kayaking at Mann Beach offers an adventurous finale to this active and nature-filled Galapagos day.

Night at Golden Bay Hotel

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Day 2 | San Cristóbal Island

Begin the day snorkeling in a calm bay with playful sea lions, then explore the spectacular Kicker Rock (Leon Dormido), one of the Galapagos' top snorkel sites. Discover an underwater world of reef sharks, rays, turtles, vibrant fish—and possibly dolphins and whales—in this unforgettable marine adventure.

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Chaski 03.25 Bahia Gardner Española (16)

Day 3 | Full day Cruise to Española Island

Explore Española Island, the oldest and southernmost island in the Galápagos. Discover unique wildlife including Waved Albatross (April–December), Blue-Footed and Nazca Boobies, and the colorful Green and Red Marine Iguanas. A haven for bird lovers and nature enthusiasts, this island offers unforgettable wildlife encounters in a dramatic, dry landscape.

Night at Golden Bay Hotel

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Day 4 | San Cristóbal Island

Today after breakfast, visit to La Galapaguera.

Located to the south-east of the island of San Cristóbal, La Galapaguera de Cerro Colorado is a tortoise reserve that was built to improve the status population of the island’s tortoises, Geochelone chatamensis. It is located within the area of Cerro Colorado, which is also one of the few places where it possible to see the Calandrinia galapagosa, a plant that is endemic to San Cristobal and is in danger of extinction.

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Inclusions

Included

Three nights at Golden Bay Hotel with breakfast and lunch included and prepared by chefs.

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Where You Will Stay

Golden Bay Hotel

The 21-Room Golden Bay Hotel & Spa was designed and conceived to offer its guests an unparalleled level of comfort and world-class service in the strikingly beautiful and unique Galapagos Islands. The Hotel fuses its luxury status with the environmental demands of the “Enchanted Archipelago”. The architectonic design combines modernity with the natural surroundings.

The Golden Bay Hotel was also designed to integrate its hometown’s emblematic “Playa de Oro” to the architectonic complex and to enhance the natural beauty of the bay, the port, the town and the dramatic backdrop of San Cristobal Island’s green hillsides. Our Hotel seeks to provide much more than a superior lodging option: our mission is to deliver to our guests an unforgettable and outstanding Hotel Experience created to enhance the already fabulous experience of visiting Galapagos.

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