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Santa Cruz Island Nature, Wildlife viewing Tours & Trips

97 Santa Cruz Island trips. Tours from 46 tour companies. 853 reviews. 5/5 avg rating.

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Wild Ecuador: Wildlife and Culture from Galapagos to the Amazon
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

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Galapagos, Isla Baltra, Isla Floreana, Quito, Santa Cruz Island

Highlights

  • Discover Baltra Island and Santa Cruz Island
  • Have a chance to kayak, snorkel and stand up paddleboard in Galapagos
  • Explore National Park and Marine Reserve
  • Don’t miss opportunity to see the Galapagos penguin’s, Sea turtles and sea lions
  • Visit Yasuni National Park

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

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Galapagos Luxury Cruise Ultimate Galapagos
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Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Galapagos, Quito, Santa Cruz Island

Highlights

  • Discover Quito
  • Explore Santa Cruz Island and Galápagos Islands
  • Explore Puerto Ayora
  • Learn about the birds and animals, geology, marine life and oceanic systems of the Galapagos Islands
  • Experience snorkelling in Galápagos Islands

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise, Scuba Diving

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A Taste of Ecuador: From Sky to Forest to Sea
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Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Amazon Rainforest, Andes Mountains, Galapagos, Isla Baltra, Isla Bartolome, Isla Floreana, Quito, Santa Cruz Island

Highlights

  • Explore Quito
  • Discover Cotopaxi National park
  • Experience walking near Pita River
  • Visit Santa Cruz Island and Bartolome Island
  • Explore Yasuni National Park and Visit Indigenous Community

Themes

Family Friendly, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative

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Galapagos Magic
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Isla Baltra, Santa Cruz Island

Highlights

  • Visit Baltra Island
  • Have a chance to learn kayaking skills
  • Explore Santa Cruz Island
  • Visit private reserves that borders the National Park where the famous Giant Tortoises inhabit in the wild.

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

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Galapagos Escape: A Hiking & Water Activity Paradise
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Galapagos, Isabela Island, Isla Baltra

Highlights

  • Visit Baltra Island
  • Explore Santa Cruz Island and Galápagos Islands
  • Have a chance to learn kayaking skills
  • See several sea birds such as tropic birds, Nazca and blue footed boobies
  • Explore Isabela highlands

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

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South America 'Big Five' Explorer
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4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Aguas Calientes, Buenos Aires, Cusco, Galapagos, Iguazu Falls, Isla Bartolome, Lima, Machu Picchu, Puerto Maldonado, Quito, Rio de Janeiro, Sacred Valley, Santa Cruz Island

Highlights

  • Discover the history of the Plaza de Mayo Square,
  • Explore the vibrant cities of Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Lima and Quito on guided City Tours.
  • Explore the islands of Taquile and Uros
  • Visit Lima

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Everything organised by Karen at Chimu Went as planned which we were very grateful for. The only drama was the tight scheduling of some of our flights and having to run to get to next gate on time. Latam airline did very well and all our luggage arrived on time . The cruise on OceanEndeavour was truly amazing; the ice, the wildlife and the professional enthusiastic crew made our experience very memorable. Thanks Chimu"

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Jungle, Highlands and Islands
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4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Andes Mountains, Cuenca, Galapagos, Guayaquil, Isla Santa Fe, Otavalo, Quito, San Cristobal, Santa Cruz Island

Highlights

  • Explore Quito
  • Visit Napo Wildlife Center
  • Discover Galapagos an impressive cliffs of Buccaneer Cove
  • Drive through Genovesa Island very interesting panga ride along the cliffs.
  • Experience hiking in the El Cajas National Park
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Themes

Birding, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Andrew stole our money ($22,000) that we paid for a luxury Ecuador / Peru vacation. He also stole $8,000 from our friend that was meeting us in South America. He first took our calls in 2020-2021, then disconnected all numbers. We went to the credit card company, and were unable to get a refund. He is a scammer. Beware! The trip was in April 2020, but I finished with the credit card company in May 2022."

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A Dive Into Nature Tour
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4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Amazon Rainforest, Cotopaxi, Cuenca, Galapagos, Guayaquil, Isabela Island, Isla Santa Fe, Otavalo, Quito, Santa Cruz Island

Highlights

  • Visit the renowned market of the Otavalo Indian, industrious makers of the handicrafts
  • Explore Cuenca
  • Experience hiking in the El Cajas National Park, located on the high Andean paramo
  • Explore impressive James Island
  • Drive through Bartolomé Island (dry landing) for a hike to the summit
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Themes

50 plus, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"Andrew stole our money ($22,000) that we paid for a luxury Ecuador / Peru vacation. He also stole $8,000 from our friend that was meeting us in South America. He first took our calls in 2020-2021, then disconnected all numbers. We went to the credit card company, and were unable to get a refund. He is a scammer. Beware! The trip was in April 2020, but I finished with the credit card company in May 2022."

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Santa Cruz Island Reviews & Ratings

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Richard

Dec 2016

Provided byG Adventures

The Galapagos really is an incredible place

The Galapagos really is an incredible place. Although we did not get to see all of the islands, I feel like we got very good exposure to, and depth into, the things ...

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Cathy

Aug 2016

Provided byG Adventures

The Galapagos Family Adventure was a dream come true

The Galapagos Family Adventure was a dream come true. The islands and wildlife experience was everything we hoped it would be, with non-stop extraordinary encounters...

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Andrea

Aug 2016

Provided byG Adventures

The Galapagos Islands is one of the most beautiful and unique places I've ever travelled to

The Galapagos Islands is one of the most beautiful and unique places I've ever travelled to. I believe the islands alone provide a magical experience to the person c...

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Ian

Aug 2016

Provided byG Adventures

We have had a number of great holidays around the world

We have had a number of great holidays around the world. This would rank up at the top. The wildlife, the activities, the friends we made & scenery were nothing ...

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Yvonne

Aug 2016

Provided byG Adventures

My family's experience in the Galapagos was such a spiritual and moving trip

My family's experience in the Galapagos was such a spiritual and moving trip. The wildlife, scenery and adventures have impacted us in such a positive way. I missed ...

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Santa Cruz Island Tour Selection Trips

  • If you want to view Galapagos wildlife, you’ll need to take a tour headed by a local, government-approved guide
  • Virtually all Galapagos tours find their way to Santa Cruz Island, which is near the international airport
  • On a week-long small-ship cruise, you can expect to spend at least one full day on Santa Cruz
  • Some Galapagos tours are based primarily on Santa Cruz and make day trips to other islands from there
  • Make sure your tour visits the highlands of the island, where you’ll have the best chance to view giant tortoises in the wild

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