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Things to do in Santa Cruz

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  1. 8 Days Galapagos Island Hopping "Santa Cruz & Isabela island", Santa Cruz01

    1. 8 Days Galapagos Island Hopping "Santa Cruz & Isabela island"

    8 daysFrom₹1,82,285/ person
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    Live the experiences in knowing Santa Cruz and isabela island. In this programs you will explore amazing places of both islands. In 8 day you will have walking activities, snorkeling visit and birdwatching. This tour is perfect if you want to have an incredible and active experience in Galapagos. Join the adventure!

  2. North Seymour and Bachas or Mosquera Beach Yacht Day Tour, Santa Cruz02

    2. North Seymour and Bachas or Mosquera Beach Yacht Day Tour

    5.0· 2 reviews8 hoursFrom₹36,471/ person

    Explore one of the most wildlife-rich islands in the Galapagos aboard a comfortable and well-equipped yacht designed to offer a smooth and relaxing sailing. Enjoy delicious meals on board, the attention of a friendly and experienced crew, and the guidance of a certified naturalist who will bring the landscape and its fascinating creatures to life. Before the tour, you will be given a detailed briefing so that you are fully prepared for the day. During the excursion, you can discover the fascinating underwater world of the archipelago by practicing snorkeling, using an exclusive high-end equipment of renowned brands such as Cressi and Scubapro. This tour combines unforgettable wildlife encounters – such as blue-footed boobies, frigates, yellow terrestrial iguanas, sea lions and marine species – with comfort, security and expert guidance, making it the ideal choice for those who want to experience the best of the Galapagos.

  3. Private Gastronomy Walking Tour, Santa Cruz03

    3. Private Gastronomy Walking Tour

    5.0· 2 reviews3 hoursFrom₹20,844/ person
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    We offer a unique and exclusive experience, we visit the best restaurants in Puerto Ayora talking, trying delicious dishes and drinks, we can meet the chef and get to know the local culinary culture in depth, with the help of our team and excellent and fun local hosts. Very important: if you have any allergies or intolerances, please let us know so we can customize your menu.

  4. North Seymour Island Day Tour, Santa Cruz04

    4. North Seymour Island Day Tour

    5.0· 1 reviewsFrom₹41,444/ person
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    The North Seymour Island allows you to discover (walking) frigate birds, blue footed boobies, herons, hawks, and swallow-tailed gulls sitting among the ledges and rocks. Engage on the trip to enjoy the whitest sand beach (Bachas Beach) next to the pink flamingo lake. The site to visit could be different according to the Galapagos National Park authorization. Enjoy snorkeling with sharks, sea lions, green turtles, marine iguanas, and a variety of marine wildlife.

  5. Deep tissue massage, Santa Cruz05

    5. Deep tissue massage

    4.9· 15 reviews1 hoursFrom₹9,459/ person
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    Deep tissue massage is a strong, deep and harmonic manipulation technique that helps to relax and relax different areas of the body.

  6. GALAPAGOS in ELECTRIC BICYCLE + Giant Turtles, Santa Cruz06

    6. GALAPAGOS in ELECTRIC BICYCLE + Giant Turtles

    4.9· 33 reviews4.5 hoursFrom₹12,677/ person
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    Embark on a unique Galapagos adventure: Explore the majestic upper part of Santa Cruz Island by bike and immerse yourself in the wonder of nature! Pedal along picturesque trails, admire the iconic giant tortoises in their natural habitat, and let the magic of the Galapagos envelop you. Ready to live an unforgettable experience? Hop on your bike and join us to discover the wild beauty of the Santa Cruz Heights! ‍♂️ Remember to be prepared according to the season of your visit, it may be a humid season (rain and sun) and be prepared with repellent and sunscreen. The level of demand of the route is minimal, after knowing and seeing the turtles in their natural state we have a short section where the ascent tests our physique a little.

  7. Day tour to San Cristobal Island with private Land Tour and snorkeling, Santa Cruz07

    7. Day tour to San Cristobal Island with private Land Tour and snorkeling

    4.9· 28 reviews10 hoursFrom₹26,232/ person

    This tour allows you to get to know the captial of the Galapagos: San Cristobal Island and its beautiful sites in only one day; you will not only get to see tons of sea lions and many sea lions babies, but also many marine birds, marine iguanas, sea turtles, tropical fish, sharks and even more sea lions. Moreover, you will get to see beautiful landscapes with crystal clear turquoise water and the iconic Kicker Rock. This tour is the perfect combination of land and water, as during the snorkel activity you will get to know the abundant wildlife underwater, while three sites (Punta Carola, Tijeretas and La Loberia) allow you to get to the the most beautiful sites, species and landscapes San Cristobal has to offer on land too. The tour includes a very good lunch menu too and you will be provided with high quality snorkel equipment and wetsuits. Please note that the only way to get to San Cristobal is by PUBLIC SPEEDBOAT - of course they are safe but on rough sea it can get choppy!

  8. BiciTour Giant Turtles and Lava Tunnel in Galapagos, Santa Cruz08

    8. BiciTour Giant Turtles and Lava Tunnel in Galapagos

    4.9· 45 reviews4.5 hoursFrom₹8,776/ person
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    This experience combines 50% cycling and 50% walking, allowing you to explore the nature of the Santa Cruz Highlands in an active and close way. We will meet in the San Francisco Park of Puerto Ayora, where we will collect bicycles and safety helmets. From there we will take a bus to the area of Los Guayabillos, where we will begin our bicycle tour descending through the rural part of the island. Along the way we will cross agricultural landscapes and natural forests where you can observe fruit trees, Galapagos coffee plantations and rural life of the island. Upon arrival at Galapagos Frontier, we will continue the experience with a guided hike through the nature reserve, where you can observe giant turtles in their natural habitat and explore the fascinating lava tunnels formed by ancient volcanic eruptions. This tour is ideal for those looking for an active experience that combines adventure and nature.

  9. Day tour to Pinzón Island and La Fé/Palmitas Bay with snorkeling and fishing, Santa Cruz09

    9. Day tour to Pinzón Island and La Fé/Palmitas Bay with snorkeling and fishing

    4.8· 152 reviews7 hoursFrom₹24,281/ person

    You will be equipped with high-quality snorkel equipment and wetsuits (brands Cressi/Scubapro and O'Neill) from us and this tour is operated on a very well maintained, comfortable boat, with an excellent guide and freshly prepared, very good food.

  10. Day Tour to Santa Fe Island and Hidden Beach with snorkeling and fishing, Santa Cruz10

    10. Day Tour to Santa Fe Island and Hidden Beach with snorkeling and fishing

    4.8· 85 reviews7 hoursFrom₹22,331/ person

    You will be equipped with high-quality snorkel equipment and wetsuits (brands Cressi/Scubapro and O'Neill) from us and this tour is operated on a very well maintained, comfortable boat, with an excellent guide and freshly prepared, very good food.

  11. Day Tour to Floreana Island with Snorkeling and Fishing, Santa Cruz11

    11. Day Tour to Floreana Island with Snorkeling and Fishing

    4.8· 40 reviewsFrom₹25,256/ person

    You will be equipped with high-quality snorkel equipment and wetsuits (brands Cressi/Scubapro and O'Neill) from us and this tour is operated on a very well maintained, comfortable boat, with an excellent guide and freshly prepared, very good food.

  12. Bartolome Island Full Day Tour, Santa Cruz12

    12. Bartolome Island Full Day Tour

    4.8· 21 reviews10 hoursFrom₹36,861/ person

    Explore Bartolome Island with a full-day tour from Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz Island). The volcanic islet just off the east coast of Santiago Island holds one of the most beautiful landscapes in the archipelago. Hike to the breathtaking viewpoint on the top of the island and capture the best of the landscapes of the island.

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The activities ranked above are sorted by traveller rating and review count — start with the top 3 if you're short on time. Santa Cruz is strongest on heritage walks, food tours and outdoor day trips; the listicle covers all three categories. Most experiences are 3–6 hours and can be combined with a morning visit to a landmark.

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