San Cristobal Island & Isabela Island

 

	Day 01: San Cristobal Island ( Interpretation Center – Tijeretas – Playa Carola ) Early morning arrive in San Cristobal Island transfer to the selected Hotel we will visit interpretation center Opened to the public in 1998, the Galapagos National Park Visitor Center in San Cristóbal presents a complete and documented history of the Galapagos, its ecosystems, flora and fauna. The Center focuses primarily on the history of the archipelago, from its volcanic origins to the present. Two interpretation panels, representing the natural and cultural history of the archipelago, are linked together in chronological order. Just north of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, San Cristobal are the National Park Interpretation center, Cerro Tijeretas and Playa Carola. The interpretation center has information about the nautrual and human history of the islands as well as great maps and images from remote areas of the park. A paved path heads up to Cerro Tijeretas from behind the center. Named for the colonies of Frigate birds nesting in the trees, Cerro Tijeretas has a small network of hiking trails that lead to a panoramic lookout over a protected cove that is excellent for snorkeling. You can also see town from this vantage. Continuing on from Cerro Tijeretas brings you past a statue of Charles Darwin and eventually to Playa Carola. Famous for its light house on the point Playa Carola is a good spot to swim with Sea Lions and soak in the sun. If the surf is up, it is possible that you may see the Sea Lions sharing waves with the local surfers. Meals: Lunch & Dinner
	Day 02: Excurstion to Kicker Rock Early in the morning we will pick you up from the hotel to start our 1 hour and a half boat ride to Kicker rock. This site is famous for its great snorkeling opportunities. Underwater you will be able to see sea turtles, sea rays, marine iguanas, tropical fish, sharks and if you are lucky you can also spot hammer head sharks. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
	Day 03: Santa Cruz Island to Isabela Island Island ( Flamingos Lagoon & Sea Kayaking with Pinguins )     a.m. Transfer to The Airport for our flight to Isabela Island, It’s the largest Island of The Galapagos with an area of 4,640 square kilometers  (1,790 sq mi ), and length of 100 kilometers ( 62 mi ) almost four times larger than Santa Cruz, the second largest of the archipelago. It was named after Queen Isabela of Spain. It was originally named Albemarle after the Duke of Albemarle. The island strides the Equator. Isabela is also interesting for its flora and fauna. The young island does not follow the vegetation zones of the other islands. The relatively new lava fields and surrounding soils have not developed the sufficient nutrients required to support the varied life zones found on other islands. Another obvious difference occurs on Volcan Wolf and Cerro Azul; these volcanoes loft above the cloud cover and are arid on top.Isabela’s rich animal, Bird and Marine life is beyond compare. Isabela is home to more wild Tortoise than all the other islands. Isabela's large size and notable topography created barriers for the slow - moving tortoises; apparently the creatures were unable to cross lava flows and other obstacles, causing several different sub - species of Tortoise to develop. Today, Tortoises roam free in the calderas of Alcedo, Wolf, Cerro Azul, Darwin and Sierra Negra, Arrive in Isabela transfer to the selected hostal or hotel after checking we will walk around to Flamingos Lagoon an expansive coastal lagoon that serves as one of the primary breeding grounds for Flamingos In the afternoon we take our ocean kayaks and paddle out to the pier of Isabela, a set of small islets within Isabela Bay. The islets are filled with wildlife and are home to the Galapagos penguin, the only penguin that lives in equatorial region. We will also see sharks, marine turtles, sea lions, Blue Footed Bobies and much more wildlife as we explore its many small coves and beaches. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
	Day 04: Tunnels & Wall of Tears After breakfast we will go to the pier for a 45 minute fibra ( a small boat ) ride to a place where lava flow impacted with the oceans waves to form the stunning tubes and bridges of Los Tunneles.  Los Tunneles is a marine paradise for the white tipped reef shark, manta rays, parrot fish, Blue Footed Boobies, yellowtail surgeon fish, Galápagos green sea turtle and the Galápagos sea lion.This site is one of the most spectacular places for snorkelling in Isabela as the water is shallow, clear and calm. This marine sanctuary is characterized by its unique geologic formations. A series of lava flows have produced a number of arches and tunnels both under and above water, where you find a number of animal species that have taken up residence in these magnificent formations. As soon as you get to the intertidal starting point you will be released to snorkel through astoundingly beautiful site. The Wall of Tears ( Spanish: El Muro de las Lágrimas ) is a historical site 5 km west of  Puerto Villamil on Isabela Island in the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. It was constructed between the years of 1945 and 1959 by prisoners in the Penal Colony on the island, which had been established by President Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra in 1944, using infrastructure left by the US military after World War II. The wall is about 25 m ( 65 ft ) tall and is said to have been the cause of thousands of deaths during its construction. Locals call it the wall of tears because it is said to emanate eerie cries and have a heavy energy surrounding it. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
	Day 05: Sierra Negra Volcano                                                Early morning around 07.00 a.m. we will have a tours to Sierra Negra Volcano it’s one of the five volcanoes on the island of Isabela, and boasts the second largest volcanic caldera in the world ( Yellowstone National Park in the United States is the largest in case You were wondering ). On the sierra Negra Volcano You hike to the rim of the six miles wide crater and then trek across an alien landscape of lava fields and fumaroles. The Sierra Negra is one of the most active volcanoes  in the Galapagos, with the last eruption in 2005 Though You probably won’t’ see any lava flowing, You will have the opportunity to explore thermal vents  and other fascinating geologic features before stopping for a snak near volcán Chico. The vistas from this spot are among the most breathtaking in Isabela and on clear afternoons afford views of the northern volcanoes on Isabela and Fernandina. A savory hot lunch at Campo Duro rounds out this challenging but rewarding day Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
	Day 06:  Isabela Island - Baltra Airport - Guayaquil – Home          a.m.   After Breakfast transfer to Isabela Airport  for your fly to Baltra and go on to Guayaquil – Home, we recommend You seat next to The Pilot for nice pictures on air                                   Meals: Breakfast

Tours Includes:
* Airfare Quito ( Guayaquil ) - San Cristobal-  ( Guayaquil ) Quito
* Transfer Airport - Hostel or hotel - Airport
* Airplane Isabela Island to Baltra Airport
* All the nights hostel or hotel accommodation
* Breakfast daily provide it for the hostel or hotel
* Daily Lunch & Dinner in Local restaurant                                                                         
* Bilingual Naturalist Guide
* Daily tours per itinerary
* English guide spoken                                                                                                 
* Private Land Tour
* Kajaking equipment
*  Snorkel equipment

Tours no Includes:
* Entrance to Galapagos Island 100$USA
* Transit Card 20$USA
* Bevarage
* Phone Calls
* Tips

Price per person in $USA on Double Occupancy

Hotel	City	Arrive	Departure	Nights	Price
Backpacker	San Cristobal & Isabela I	2018	2018	05
Hotel 3*	San Cristobal & Isabela I	2018	2018	05
Hotel 4*	San Cristobal & Isabela I	2018	2018	05
Hotel 5*	San Cristobal & Isabela I	2018	2018	05