Luxury Cruises Galapagos

San Cristobal Sunset Galapagos Tour

Description

Embark on a unique experience in San Cristobal with our sunset tour in the Galapagos Islands. Enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view as the sun dips below the horizon, painting the sky with shades of gold and orange over the crystal clear waters. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to spot unique marine wildlife, such as playful sea lions and tropical birds in their natural habitat. With the sea breeze caressing your face and the sound of the waves as background music, this tour offers a magical and memorable experience that captures the true essence of the Galapagos.

Itinerary

San Cristobal Island

  • Arrival at Galapagos Island, San Cristobal Airport.
  • Transfer from the Airport to your Hotel.
  • Check-in on San Cristobal Island.
  • The itinerary for the day will be determined based on your arrival flight time.
  • Exploration of Tijeretas Hill
  • Visit to Punta Carola
  • Exploration of Mann Beach
  • Lunch
  • Transfer to your Hotel
  • Briefing for next day activities
Places to Explore:

Tijeretas Hill: This trail, crafted with cut stones, meanders through a forest offering vistas of the captivating coastal scenery and native flora and fauna. The trail concludes at a tranquil cove, perfect for water sports and nature observation.

Mann Beach: Featuring gently sloping white sands, Mann Beach offers an ideal spot for sunbathing and swimming amidst stunning landscapes. Despite its rocky terrain, it’s a popular destination, particularly on weekends, where visitors can observe sea lions while enjoying the beach.

Punta Carola: With an expansive beach area surrounded by dry forest vegetation, Punta Carola is home to a thriving colony of sea lions and marine iguanas. This site is also popular for surfing.

Specifics:

Animals to see: Sea Lions, Land iguanas, reef fish.
Activities: Trekking and Snorkeling
What to bring: Sunscreen, Insect repellent, Lightweight attire, Binoculars, Camera, Swimsuit.
Include: Professional bilingual guide, Transportation, Lunch, Snacks, Water, Hotel Accommodation, and Snorkeling Equipment.
Not Included: Dinner, Tips, and Additional Expenses.

Remarks:

Please note that wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed as they are in their natural habitat.
You will be staying on San Cristobal Island overnight.

San Cristobal 360°

  • Breakfast
  • Hotel pick-up on San Cristobal Island.
  • Departure scheduled for 07:00 am.
  • Exploration of Sleeping Lion (snorkeling activity)
  • Visit to Brujo Hill (Hiking adventure)
  • Snorkeling at Sardine Bay
  • Trekking excursion at Punta Pitt
  • Snorkeling expedition at Rosa Blanca Bay
  • Lunch break
  • Return journey to San Cristobal at 16:00 pm
  • Expected arrival at San Cristobal at approximately 17:00 pm.
  • Transfer to your hotel
  • Briefing for the activities planned for the following day
Sites to Explore:

Sleeping Lion: Comprising two vertical walls with a central channel, providing an ideal habitat for various fish species including sharks, barracudas, and rainbow fish. The vibrantly colored walls offer sightings of diverse marine life such as octopuses, hammerhead sharks, white-fin reef sharks, and freshwater turtle sharks. Additionally, turtles, rays, and sea lions can be observed in this area.

Brujo Hill: Featuring a coral sand beach and diverse flora and fauna, Brujo Hill is an eroded tuff cone with lava formations. Formerly a salt extraction site, it is now a birdwatching spot offering panoramic views of León Dormido, the southern part of San Cristobal, and the adjacent coastline.

Sardina Bay: Known for its fishing opportunities, Sardina Bay is home to various species including sardines, liza, octopuses, lobsters, and shrimp. The bay offers two beaches with small white sand dunes and clear waters suitable for snorkeling, with a notable presence of sea turtles, rays, and sea lions.

Punta Pitt: This unique site in the Galapagos Islands is the nesting ground for three species of boobies and two species of frigates. The abundance of food in this area allows for the coexistence of blue-footed, red-footed, and masked boobies. Visitors can also observe sea lions at the bay.

Rosa Blanca Bay: Situated northeast of San Cristóbal Island, Rosa Blanca Bay features several small beaches and a large central beach with numerous sand dunes. With its crystal-clear waters, the bay is an ideal location for fishing wahoo, palometa, ojón, liza, and cod. It also offers opportunities for snorkeling, with sightings of sharks, rays, and sea turtles.

Specifics:

Animals to observe: Red-footed boobies, frigates, sea lions, reef fish, marine turtles, rays, hammerhead sharks, and endemic birds.
Activities: Hiking, Snorkeling, Trekking, and Experimental Fishing.
What to bring: Sunscreen, Insect repellent, Lightweight clothing, Binoculars, Camera, Swimsuit.
Include: Professional bilingual guide, Transportation, Lunch, Snacks, Water, Hotel Accommodation, and Snorkeling Equipment.
Not Included: Dinner, Tips, and Additional Expenses.

Remarks:

Please note that wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed as they are in their natural habitat.
You will be staying on San Cristobal Island overnight.

Española Island

  • Breakfast
  • Hotel pickup on San Cristobal Island.
  • Boarding scheduled for 07:30 am.
  • Departure from San Cristobal to Española Island (2-hour journey)
  • Arrival at Española Island at approximately 09:30 am.
  • Two hours of hiking on Española Island.
  • Lunch break
  • Snorkeling at Garney Bay (45 minutes).
  • Return journey to San Cristobal at 14:30 pm
  • Expected arrival at San Cristobal at approximately 16:30 pm.
  • Transfer to your hotel
  • Briefing for the activities planned for the following day
Sites to Explore:

Española Island: Named after Viscount Samuel Hood, it is one of the smaller islands in the Galapagos archipelago, spanning 60 km² and boasting a history of about 3.5 million years. Although uninhabited, it is home to various unique animal species, including the endemic Spanish mockingbird, albatrosses, blue-footed boobies, Galápagos turtledoves, bifurcated gulls, marine iguanas, and lava lizards. Gardner Bay and Punta Suarez are popular attractions on the island, known for their scenic beauty and opportunities for birdwatching.
Gardner Bay: Stretching approximately 1 km, Gardner Bay is renowned for its stunning beauty and abundant sea lion colonies. The turquoise waters provide a striking contrast to the white shell dust beaches, where marine iguanas and sally light-foot crabs can be observed. Snorkelers can encounter a variety of marine life, including colorful fish and rays, particularly around Gardner Rock, which is home to white-tipped reef sharks and other vibrant sea creatures.

Specifics:

Animals to observe: Blue-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, albatrosses, colorful iguanas, sea lions, tortoise sharks, marine iguanas, and reef fish.
Activities: Hiking and Snorkeling
What to bring: Sunscreen, Insect repellent, Lightweight clothing, Binoculars, Camera, Swimsuit.
Include: Breakfast, Professional bilingual guide, Transportation, Lunch, Snacks, Water, Hotel Accommodation, and Snorkeling Equipment.
Not Included: Dinner, Tips, and Additional Expenses.

Remarks:

Please note that wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed as they are in their natural habitat.
You will be staying on San Cristobal Island overnight.

San Cristobal Island

  • Breakfast
  • Hotel pickup on San Cristobal Island.
  • Transfer to the highlands to visit El Junco Lagoon.
  • Explore Galapaguera.
  • Lunch break.
  • Visit Puerto Chino for snorkeling and beach time.
  • Return to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.
  • Briefing for activities planned for the following day.
Specifics:

Animals to observe: Giant tortoises, sea lions, sea turtles, reef fish, blue-footed boobies, and sharks.
Activities: Hiking and Snorkeling.
What to bring: Sunscreen, Insect repellent, Lightweight clothing, Binoculars, Camera, Swimsuit, and Water.
Include: Professional bilingual guide, Transportation, Lunch, Hotel Accommodation, and Snorkeling Equipment.
Not Included: Dinner, Tips, and Additional Expenses.

Remarks:

Please note that wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed as they are in their natural habitat.

Santa Cruz & Flight back to Quito

  • Breakfast
  • Hotel pickup in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
  • Excursion to La Loberia Beach
  • Transfer to San Cristobal Airport
Specifics:

Activities: Hiking, Beach time
What to bring: Sunscreen, Insect repellent, Lightweight clothing, Binoculars, Camera
Include: Breakfast, Transportation
Not Included: Lunch

Remarks:

Please note that wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed as they are in their natural habitat.

Hotels

Hotels Tourist Superior Class
Grand Hotel Lobo de Mar
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Hotels First Class
Hotel Sol Y Mar
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Prices

Prices Only One Passenger

Tourist Superior Class

$ 1969
  • Accommodation in single room

First Class

$ 2637
  • Accommodation in single room

Prices Two or More Passenger

Tourist Superior Class

$ 2993
  • Accommodation in double room

First Class

$ 3897
  • Accommodation in double room

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