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La Casa de Marita

per person

Oct 10 - Oct 13

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Roundtrip flight included

Quito (UIO) to Isla Baltra (GPS)

9/10 Wonderful! (97 reviews)

We had a lovely night stay here. You’re on an island so some ants and bugs can be expected. This isn’t The Four Seasons so if you were looking for that you would be disappointed. What you will find staff willing to go above and beyond like Jonathan, who made our stay lovely. Love that you could just walk to the beach right behind the property. The peace and tranquillity you will find here is unmatched. I think this is the best place to stay on the island. We will definitely be returning.

Reviewed on May 14, 2025

Galapagos Sunset Hotel

per person

Oct 13 - Oct 17

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Guayaquil (GYE) to San Cristobal (SCY)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (152 reviews)

The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was updated and clean. The location was perfect right next to the pier and in the heart of the town.

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

Hotel Cally Galapagos

per person

Sep 19 - Sep 26

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

New York (JFK) to Isla Baltra (GPS)

8.6/10 Excellent! (26 reviews)

Property was basic for my needs. My room was above communal area so you could hear talking and playing pool at night, so slightly in convenient if your up early for excursions. Request a room away from there and should be fine

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Adventure with Turtles, Lava Tunnels and Los Gemelos Craters

Free cancellation available

Wildlife & nature

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Full Day Tour Pinzon Island + La Fe/Las Palmas - Snorkeling & Fishing

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Private & custom tours

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Adventure with Turtles, Lava Tunnels and Los Gemelos Craters

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Popular places to visit

Giant tortoises are the longest-lived of all vertebrates, averaging over 100 years. The oldest on record lived to be 152.

There are now only 11 types of giant tortoises left in the Galápagos, down from 15 when Darwin arrived. Hunted as food by pirates, whalers, and merchantmen during the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries, more than 100,000 tortoises are estimated to have been killed off.

Charles Darwin Research Station

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Charles Darwin Research Station in Puerto Ayora. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.

Las Ninfas Lagoon

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Las Ninfas Lagoon during your travels in Puerto Ayora. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

You have to walk about 2.5km to get to Tortuga Beach, but it is completely worth it. Very few people on the beach, but lots of iguanas everywhere. :) Strong currents, please follow the flags on the beach.

Tortuga Bay Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Tortuga Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Bella Vista. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Hermosa playa, ubicada a 45min de Puerto Ayora en la isla Santa Cruz, Galápagos. Aquí se pueden observar flamingos, y disfrutar de zona de camping y alquiler de kayak.

El Garrapatero Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at El Garrapatero Beach during your travels in El Cascajo? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Playa de los Alemanes

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Playa de los Alemanes might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Puerto Ayora. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.