Title: Visit Bella Vista: 2026 Travel Guide for Bella Vista, Galápagos | Expedia.com

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# Bella Vista

## Travel Guide

![Red beaches and red volcanic rock of Rabida Island, Ecuador - Galapagos.  Unique and spectacular landscapes of this archipelago. #waterlust #galapagos](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336653/84550438-df4e-4709-83d3-b5184e1bb2f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Red beaches and red volcanic rock of Rabida Island, Ecuador - Galapagos.  Unique and spectacular landscapes of this archipelago. #waterlust #galapagos](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336653/84550438-df4e-4709-83d3-b5184e1bb2f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Pair of Oyster Catchers on Rabida Island, Ecuador ~ Galapagos](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336653/081ad3f3-8e09-483a-a030-576f1c4981e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Lobsters in season in Santa Cruz. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053670/9c579217-4ed5-48f4-a396-75123778c172.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![The islands of the Galapagos each have there own unique character. Rabida is known for its beautiful and distinctive red sand. #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336653/6ff9b89f-6236-4eaa-85b4-894c9bdaef64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Bella Vista

Things to do

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- Bella Vista Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Bella Vista

![Suymar Ecolodge Galapagos](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14740000/14734400/14734307/3eff65ff_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Suymar Ecolodge Galapagos

Vía a playa el Garrapatero Bella Vista Santa Cruz

$104 nightly

$104 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Book a stay at this spa lodge in Bella Vista. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Fishing Piers and Charles Darwin Research ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)

Loved our stay here. Treated us just like family. Unique experience in the Galapagos

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

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![ Twin Hotel Galapagos](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14850000/14842500/14842408/e0f99a26_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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 Twin Hotel Galapagos

Bellavista Barrio los Túneles Bella Vista Galapagos

$92 nightly

$92 total

Mar 25 - Mar 26

Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bella Vista. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Charles Darwin Research Station ...

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![Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16540000/16533100/16533011/2b4d383a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel

Km 12 via Baltra Bella Vista Santa Cruz

$176 nightly

$193 total

Mar 16 - Mar 17

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Bella Vista. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)

The staff was great. The included breakfast was delicious. We stayed one night and had dinner which was one of the best meals on Santa Cruz. What really set the hotel apart from others was the fact that we were able to check in when we arrived at 10:30 am. The grounds were beautiful with about 15 ...

Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025

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![Tiny house surrounded by a cedar forest!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66710000/66701000/66700911/b3b579d8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Tiny house surrounded by a cedar forest!

 Bellavista Islas Galápagos

Stay at this vacation home in Bella Vista. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and a hot tub. Popular attractions Rancho El Manzanillo and Lava Tunnel are ...

10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)

Gorgeous!

Beautiful place with super accommodating host.

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2023

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![Suite con 2 Habitaciones](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83180000/83172100/83172092/0670aa7b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Suite con 2 Habitaciones

 PUERTO AYORA GALAPAGOS

Stay at this apartment in Bella Vista. Enjoy free WiFi, cable/satellite TV service, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Las Ninfas Lagoon and Malecon are ...

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![Espectacular Private Villa with Unbeatable Views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19110000/19106900/19106835/1e404e30_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Espectacular Private Villa with Unbeatable Views

 Puerto Ayora Galápagos Islands

Stay at this vacation home in Bella Vista. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Popular attractions Charles Darwin Research Station and ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)

Absolutely beautiful house and property! It's a bit out of the way from town, which is nice if you are looking for a relaxing getaway (but it does require pre-arranging taxi rides with drivers who know the house location!)

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

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### Popular places to visit

![#aquatrove](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/739209674992332800/60305606-4539-411a-8030-c005095ede0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Tortuga Bay Beach

5/5(89 reviews)

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. 

[](https://expedia.com/Tortuga-Bay-Beach-Bella-Vista.d6171324.Vacation-Attraction)

![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222749/48cc174e-3f67-4cf0-999e-48967b071a71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### El Garrapatero Beach

4.5/5(28 reviews)

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. 

[](https://expedia.com/El-Garrapatero-Beach-Bella-Vista.d6222374.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Las Grietas

4.5/5(87 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Las Grietas during your travels in Bella Vista. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area. 

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### Things to do

![Private Tour Sighting Giant Tortoises and Lava Tunnels](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46409714/9dbb03c6-5fbb-4e79-8828-33b9f27af332.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Giant Turtle Watching and Lava Tunnels Tour

$40

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/giant-turtle-watching-and-lava-tunnels-tour.a46409714.activity-details)

![El Chato 2 Reserve Admission Ticket in Santa Cruz Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/582534/bc12d94c-40fb-4dca-b112-a83c3ae1647b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### El Chato 2 Reserve Admission Ticket in Santa Cruz Island

$8

per traveler

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/el-chato-2-reserve-admission-ticket-in-santa-cruz-island.a582534.activity-details)

![Half Day Bay Tour in Santa Cruz Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47316659/b95cb906-660f-4c13-a549-ff860702a36c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Half Day Bay Tour in Santa Cruz Island

$65

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-bay-tour-in-santa-cruz-island.a47316659.activity-details)

![Santa Cruz Explorer 4D - 3N](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2512401/0b38424b-0198-489c-9f95-2cca5c00118b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Galapagos- Santa Cruz Explorer 4 days

$640

per adult

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![Private BiciTour Giant Tortoises and Lava Tunnel in Galapagos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45705981/23c73d69-27bf-48db-96bc-1f9755d77bf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### BiciTour Giant Turtles and Lava Tunnel in Galapagos

$90

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/bicitour-giant-turtles-and-lava-tunnel-in-galapagos.a45705981.activity-details)

![Full Day Tour Pinzon Island + La Fe/Las Palmas - Snorkeling & Fishing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2119246/9ceeaef4-ffc9-47f6-888d-f86a29917af9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

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

$175

per adult

**80%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-tour-pinzon-island-la-felas-palmas-snorkeling-fishing.a2119246.activity-details)

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## Cities near Bella Vista

![The hidden beauty of Playa el Garrapatero Beach on Santa Cruz Island on Galapagos Archipelago](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602686/a8919a7e-6534-4945-82e3-2c50d465975b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Puerto Ayora

![Galapagos tortoise at Santa Rosa on Santa Cruz island of Galapagos islands, Ecuador, South America
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### 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: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222749/80830e3a-b8b0-45af-942d-fb41eae6b179.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### El Cascajo

![Lobsters in season in Santa Cruz. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053670/9c579217-4ed5-48f4-a396-75123778c172.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Bellavista

- Cities near Bella Vista
- Places of interest

[Puerto Ayora](https://expedia.com/Puerto-Ayora.dx602686)[Santa Rosa](https://expedia.com/Santa-Rosa.dx6053725)[El Cascajo](https://expedia.com/El-Cascajo.dx6222749)[Bellavista](https://expedia.com/Bellavista.dx6342722)

- [Tortuga Bay Beach ](https://expedia.com/Tortuga-Bay-Beach-Bella-Vista.d6171324.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Las Grietas ](https://expedia.com/Las-Grietas-Bella-Vista.d6166619.Vacation-Attraction)
- [El Garrapatero Beach ](https://expedia.com/El-Garrapatero-Beach-Bella-Vista.d6222374.Vacation-Attraction)
- [South Plaza Island ](https://expedia.com/South-Plaza-Island-Galapagos.d6336661.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Mosquera Island ](https://expedia.com/Mosquera-Island-Galapagos.d553248635892213786.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Galápagos National Park ](https://expedia.com/Galapagos-National-Park-Galapagos.d6112453.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Playa de los Alemanes ](https://expedia.com/Playa-De-Los-Alemanes-Puerto-Ayora.d553248625325955800.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Charles Darwin Research Station ](https://expedia.com/Charles-Darwin-Research-Station-Galapagos.d6171312.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Dragon Hill ](https://expedia.com/Dragon-Hill-Galapagos.d6336462.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Academy Bay ](https://expedia.com/Academy-Bay-Galapagos.d3000006066.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Malecon ](https://expedia.com/Malecon-Puerto-Ayora.d553248634304917070.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Rancho Primicias ](https://expedia.com/Rancho-Primicias-Santa-Rosa.d553248634304871762.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Las Ninfas Lagoon ](https://expedia.com/Las-Ninfas-Lagoon-Puerto-Ayora.d794682581167067136.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Los Gemelos Sinkholes ](https://expedia.com/Los-Gemelos-Sinkholes-Santa-Rosa.d553248621591293179.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Fishing Piers ](https://expedia.com/Fishing-Piers-Puerto-Ayora.d688667559214501888.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Puerto Egas ](https://expedia.com/Puerto-Egas-Galapagos.d553248621554455076.Vacation-Attraction)

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