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The islands of the Galapagos each have there own unique character. Rabida is known for its beautiful and distinctive red sand. #LifeAtExpedia
The islands of the Galapagos each have there own unique character. Rabida is known for its beautiful and distinctive red sand. #LifeAtExpedia
Puerto Ayora is the main hob to take trip to other islands in Galapagos. You don't have to take an expensive boat tour to visit the area. Fly to Baltra Island from the main land. From the Baltra Airport there are organized transfers to Puerto Ayora town (total $2 max about 1 h from the airport if travel by bus). You can find a travel agency which can take you in a group excursion to other islands or you can spend a night on a different island, although I'd recommend just staying in Puerto Ayora and take day trips.
#GoldenHour at the fish market on Santa Cruz. Spent a few days here while waiting for our cruise around the Galapagos. A great town to prepare for the animals in. Wild seals come to 'buy' at the fish market as well.
While the animal life on the Galápagos Islands was amazingly vibrant and beautiful, the flora was much less interesting and impressive. But, this lava cactus was decidedly interesting and beautiful. Especially with our boat lingering in the background.

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Half Day Bay Tour in Santa Cruz Island

Half Day Bay Tour in Santa Cruz Island

Activity duration is 3 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 14 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $75 per adult
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Full Day Tour Pinzon Island + La Fe/Las Palmas - Snorkeling & Fishing

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

Activity duration is 7 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 14 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $175 per adult
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Adventure with Giant Turtles, Lava Tunnels and Craters

Adventure with Giant Turtles, Lava Tunnels and Craters

Activity duration is 5 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 9 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $70 per adult
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Private Gastronomic Walking Tour

Private Gastronomic Walking Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $225 per adult
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Popular day trips from Santa Cruz

The hidden beauty of Playa el Garrapatero Beach on Santa Cruz Island on Galapagos Archipelago

Puerto Ayora

Galapagos tortoise at Santa Rosa on Santa Cruz island of Galapagos islands, Ecuador, South America

Santa Rosa

Beautiful landmark Las Grietas is a geological canyon formation in Galapagos Islands at Santa Cruz, Puerto Ayora; Shutterstock ID 403211128; purchase_order: -; Order: -; client: -; job: -

El Cascajo

road to the mountains - Baltra - Galapagos - Santa Cruz - Ecuador

Baltra

Lobsters in season in Santa Cruz.

Bellavista