A stop is then made at the Twin Pit Craters, great depressions of volcanic material, formed by a long process of slow sinking of the ground, where exceptional Scalesia trees, ferns, mosses and orchids can be seen in the surroundings.

Box lunch is provided and then on to the Finch Bay Eco Hotel to enjoy its multiple attractions: pool, the white coral beach in front of the hotel and rest on your hammock.
• In the evening, dinner includes the delicacies of local and international gastronomy, one of the main reasons people choose the Finch Bay Hotel.

Monday

NORTH SEYMOUR ISLAND Yacht Excursion
A stroll on flat terrain allows the observation of Palo Santo trees and colonies of blue-footed boobies, swallow-tailed gulls and magnificent frigate birds.  Towards the other side of the island, the ocean crashes against the rocks and sea lions surf in the waves.

Tuesday

PLAZA ISLAND Yacht Excursion
This small island is full of fascinating wildlife, at sea side and along the cliffs:  sea lions, land iguanas, swallow-tailed gulls, Opuntia cacti and vegetation that changes colors with the seasons.

Wednesday

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Stay at Santa Cruz Island and enjoy the activities of your choice.   Hike to Las Grietas, snorkeling, birdwatching (without extra cost) or guided excursions at extra cost such as cruise of the bay, mountain bike in the highlands of Santa Cruz, Discover Scuba Diving.  

Thursday

SANTA FE ISLAND (Barrington) Yacht Excursion
A short trek leads through woods of Opuntia cacti and Palo Santo trees.  Land iguanas (endemic to Santa Fe), lava lizards and colonies of sea lions can be observed.  There is opportunity to swim and snorkel.

Friday

HIKE TO TORTUGA BAY in the morning.
It is considered the nicest spot of the archipelago, a peaceful corner for the nature lover. Tortuga Bay’s name comes from the sea turtles that go there to lay their eggs. Excellent bird watching can be found along the way and at the Bay.  Snack is included.
Free time in the afternoon to relax by the pool or on the beach or visit Puerto Ayora.

Saturday

BARTOLOME ISLAND
The trail is a fairly steep climb on wooden steps to the summit, worth the effort, as there is a spectacular view of the Galapagos scenery from above.  Interesting lava formations and tuff cones can be observed.  Sea lions and penguins swim in the vicinity of Pinnacle Rock.  Enjoy snorkeling or swimming from the beach.

Sunday

Leave the hotel early in the morning for a visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station, home to famous “Lonesome George” and many other giant tortoises. Then, overland transfer to the airport in Baltra to take the flight back to the continent (and reality).