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• Day 1 AM San Cristóbal Island Airport

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  San Cristóbal Island Airport

  The only commercial jet airliner airport we know that is located walking distance from town. 

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  San Cristóbal Island Airport

  

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  The only commercial jet airliner airport we know that is located walking distance from town. 

  San Cristóbal Island Airport

  

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  The only commercial jet airliner airport we know that is located walking distance from town. 

• Day 1 PM San Cristóbal Island, El Junco

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  San Cristóbal Island, El Junco

  From town, you may take a taxi or a bus to the highlands to see the largest freshwater lake in the Galápagos, El Junco. Located about 125 metres (400 feet) above sea level, the lake is surrounded by ferns and sedges and hosts a variety of birdlife including white-cheeked pintails and common gallinules. The name El Junco comes from the junco plant, which is common in the area. Landing: None. Difficulty: Easy.

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  San Cristóbal Island, El Junco

  

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  From town, you may take a taxi or a bus to the highlands to see the largest freshwater lake in the Galápagos, El Junco. Located about 125 metres (400 feet) above sea level, the lake is surrounded by ferns and sedges and hosts a variety of birdlife including white-cheeked pintails and common gallinules. The name El Junco comes from the junco plant, which is common in the area. Landing: None. Difficulty: Easy.

  San Cristóbal Island, El Junco

  

  Overall Rating: 47%

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  From town, you may take a taxi or a bus to the highlands to see the largest freshwater lake in the Galápagos, El Junco. Located about 125 metres (400 feet) above sea level, the lake is surrounded by ferns and sedges and hosts a variety of birdlife including white-cheeked pintails and common gallinules. The name El Junco comes from the junco plant, which is common in the area. Landing: None. Difficulty: Easy.

• Day 2 AM North Seymour Island

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  North Seymour Island

  From the small dock, the trail leads along the coast — past an area where marine iguanas nest — and then loops into the palo santo forest by the nests of frigatebirds and boobies. The frigatebirds rely on the fishing success of the blue-footed boobies for their survival, stealing their catches.  Landing:  Dry.   Difficulty:  Easy

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  • check Land Iguana

  Site Rating 83%

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  North Seymour Island

  

  Overall Rating: 83%

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  From the small dock, the trail leads along the coast — past an area where marine iguanas nest — and then loops into the palo santo forest by the nests of frigatebirds and boobies. The frigatebirds rely on the fishing success of the blue-footed boobies for their survival, stealing their catches.  Landing:  Dry.   Difficulty:  Easy

  North Seymour Island

  

  Overall Rating: 83%

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  From the small dock, the trail leads along the coast — past an area where marine iguanas nest — and then loops into the palo santo forest by the nests of frigatebirds and boobies. The frigatebirds rely on the fishing success of the blue-footed boobies for their survival, stealing their catches.  Landing:  Dry.   Difficulty:  Easy

• Day 2 PM Santa Cruz Island, Cerro Dragon

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  Santa Cruz Island, Cerro Dragon

  The 3km/2mile trail leads through dry-zone vegetation to a small hill where the land iguanas thrive. The area is home to Galapagos mockingbirds, Darwin´s finches, varieties of the endemic Opuntia and candelabra cactus, and Galapagos cotton. Green turtles, sharks, and rays may be spotted on the panga ride, while black-necked stilts, white cheeked pintails, and migratory shorebirds are often seen.   Difficulty:  Easy/moderate.  Landing:  Dry
  

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  Site Rating 54%

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  Santa Cruz Island, Cerro Dragon

  

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  The 3km/2mile trail leads through dry-zone vegetation to a small hill where the land iguanas thrive. The area is home to Galapagos mockingbirds, Darwin´s finches, varieties of the endemic Opuntia and candelabra cactus, and Galapagos cotton. Green turtles, sharks, and rays may be spotted on the panga ride, while black-necked stilts, white cheeked pintails, and migratory shorebirds are often seen.   Difficulty:  Easy/moderate.  Landing:  Dry
  

  Santa Cruz Island, Cerro Dragon

  

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  The 3km/2mile trail leads through dry-zone vegetation to a small hill where the land iguanas thrive. The area is home to Galapagos mockingbirds, Darwin´s finches, varieties of the endemic Opuntia and candelabra cactus, and Galapagos cotton. Green turtles, sharks, and rays may be spotted on the panga ride, while black-necked stilts, white cheeked pintails, and migratory shorebirds are often seen.   Difficulty:  Easy/moderate.  Landing:  Dry
  

• Day 3 AM Isabela Island, Tintorera

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  Isabela Island, Tintorera

  This is a group of small islets just a few hundred metres off the coast of Villamil that are only accessible by boat. You may spot sea lions, sea turtles, marine iguanas, rays, and other species in the tranquil waters of the bay.  A famous shark viewing lagoon is usually on the agenda at low tide.  You may be offered to go snorkeling.  Landing: Dry. Difficulty: Easy/Moderate.

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  • check Galapagos penguin
  • check Rays
  • check Sea lions
  • check Sharks

  Site Rating 64%

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  Isabela Island, Tintorera

  

  Overall Rating: 64%

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  This is a group of small islets just a few hundred metres off the coast of Villamil that are only accessible by boat. You may spot sea lions, sea turtles, marine iguanas, rays, and other species in the tranquil waters of the bay.  A famous shark viewing lagoon is usually on the agenda at low tide.  You may be offered to go snorkeling.  Landing: Dry. Difficulty: Easy/Moderate.

  Isabela Island, Tintorera

  

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  This is a group of small islets just a few hundred metres off the coast of Villamil that are only accessible by boat. You may spot sea lions, sea turtles, marine iguanas, rays, and other species in the tranquil waters of the bay.  A famous shark viewing lagoon is usually on the agenda at low tide.  You may be offered to go snorkeling.  Landing: Dry. Difficulty: Easy/Moderate.

• Day 3 AM Isabela Island, Sierra Negra

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  Isabela Island, Sierra Negra

  Sierra Negra’s caldera is the second largest in the world.  A 45-minute drive from Villamil, followed by a 30 minute walk or horseback ride will take you to the rim. On the rim of the volcano, you can follow the the trail for another hour.  It divides into two: to the west, it heads to an old sulfur mine; toward the east, the trail leads to Chico Volcano.  Great vistas (on a clear day).  Landing: None. Difficulty: Difficult.

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  Isabela Island, Sierra Negra

  

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  Sierra Negra’s caldera is the second largest in the world.  A 45-minute drive from Villamil, followed by a 30 minute walk or horseback ride will take you to the rim. On the rim of the volcano, you can follow the the trail for another hour.  It divides into two: to the west, it heads to an old sulfur mine; toward the east, the trail leads to Chico Volcano.  Great vistas (on a clear day).  Landing: None. Difficulty: Difficult.

  Isabela Island, Sierra Negra

  

  Overall Rating: 55%

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  Sierra Negra’s caldera is the second largest in the world.  A 45-minute drive from Villamil, followed by a 30 minute walk or horseback ride will take you to the rim. On the rim of the volcano, you can follow the the trail for another hour.  It divides into two: to the west, it heads to an old sulfur mine; toward the east, the trail leads to Chico Volcano.  Great vistas (on a clear day).  Landing: None. Difficulty: Difficult.

• Day 3 PM Isabela Island, Villamil Tortoise Centre account_balance

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  Isabela Island, Villamil Tortoise Centre

  There is a 1.6km (1 mile) interpretive trail that leads from town, goes past the lagoons, and ends at the Tortoise Center.  This well laid-out breeding centre, with plenty of shade, houses tortoises from the populations of southern Isabela.  Landing:  N/A.  Difficulty:  Easy

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  Isabela Island, Villamil Tortoise Centre

  

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  There is a 1.6km (1 mile) interpretive trail that leads from town, goes past the lagoons, and ends at the Tortoise Center.  This well laid-out breeding centre, with plenty of shade, houses tortoises from the populations of southern Isabela.  Landing:  N/A.  Difficulty:  Easy

  Isabela Island, Villamil Tortoise Centre

  

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  There is a 1.6km (1 mile) interpretive trail that leads from town, goes past the lagoons, and ends at the Tortoise Center.  This well laid-out breeding centre, with plenty of shade, houses tortoises from the populations of southern Isabela.  Landing:  N/A.  Difficulty:  Easy

• Day 4 AM Isabela Island, Punta Moreno

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  Isabela Island, Punta Moreno

  Step onto the edge of a vast lava field, stretching out to Cero Azul volcano in the distance.  The lava is dotted by numerous green lagoons, where flamingoes, paint-bill crakes, white-cheeked pintails and common gallinules can be seen. This young lava flow is in the process of being colonized by several species of interesting pioneer plants. Landing: Dry. Difficulty: Moderate.

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  Site Rating 60%

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  Isabela Island, Punta Moreno

  

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  Step onto the edge of a vast lava field, stretching out to Cero Azul volcano in the distance.  The lava is dotted by numerous green lagoons, where flamingoes, paint-bill crakes, white-cheeked pintails and common gallinules can be seen. This young lava flow is in the process of being colonized by several species of interesting pioneer plants. Landing: Dry. Difficulty: Moderate.

  Isabela Island, Punta Moreno

  

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  Step onto the edge of a vast lava field, stretching out to Cero Azul volcano in the distance.  The lava is dotted by numerous green lagoons, where flamingoes, paint-bill crakes, white-cheeked pintails and common gallinules can be seen. This young lava flow is in the process of being colonized by several species of interesting pioneer plants. Landing: Dry. Difficulty: Moderate.

• Day 4 PM Isabela Island, Urbina Bay

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  Isabela Island, Urbina Bay

  A trail leads away from a pleasant beach and into the arid zone of the island.  Surprisingly, this flat, scrubby area contains old corals on land - the result of a major uplift in 1954.  You might encounter land and marine iguanas and giant tortoises. Closer to the water you may see flightless cormorants.  Landing: Wet. Difficulty: Easy/Moderate.

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  • check Giant tortoise in the wild
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  Site Rating 58%

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  Isabela Island, Urbina Bay

  

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  A trail leads away from a pleasant beach and into the arid zone of the island.  Surprisingly, this flat, scrubby area contains old corals on land - the result of a major uplift in 1954.  You might encounter land and marine iguanas and giant tortoises. Closer to the water you may see flightless cormorants.  Landing: Wet. Difficulty: Easy/Moderate.

  Isabela Island, Urbina Bay

  

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  A trail leads away from a pleasant beach and into the arid zone of the island.  Surprisingly, this flat, scrubby area contains old corals on land - the result of a major uplift in 1954.  You might encounter land and marine iguanas and giant tortoises. Closer to the water you may see flightless cormorants.  Landing: Wet. Difficulty: Easy/Moderate.

• Day 5 AM Fernandina Island, Punta Espinoza

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  Fernandina Island, Punta Espinoza

  Only a few hundred thousand years old, and free of invasive species, this is likely the most pristine island you'll see in your lifetime.  Its central volcano dominates the landscape, spreading lava fields all the way to the shore. The island's highlight features the flightless cormorant nesting site, "marine iguana city", penguins and if you're lucky, the Galapagos hawk.  Landing: Dry. Difficulty: Moderate.

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  • check Galapagos hawk
  • check Galapagos penguin
  • check Sea lions

  Site Rating 90%

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  Fernandina Island, Punta Espinoza

  

  Overall Rating: 90%

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  Only a few hundred thousand years old, and free of invasive species, this is likely the most pristine island you'll see in your lifetime.  Its central volcano dominates the landscape, spreading lava fields all the way to the shore. The island's highlight features the flightless cormorant nesting site, "marine iguana city", penguins and if you're lucky, the Galapagos hawk.  Landing: Dry. Difficulty: Moderate.

  Fernandina Island, Punta Espinoza

  

  Overall Rating: 90%

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  Only a few hundred thousand years old, and free of invasive species, this is likely the most pristine island you'll see in your lifetime.  Its central volcano dominates the landscape, spreading lava fields all the way to the shore. The island's highlight features the flightless cormorant nesting site, "marine iguana city", penguins and if you're lucky, the Galapagos hawk.  Landing: Dry. Difficulty: Moderate.

• Day 5 PM Isabela, Punta Vicente Roca

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  Isabela, Punta Vicente Roca

  Here, the remnants of an ancient volcano form two turquoise coves with a bay that is well protected from ocean swells. This is a popular anchorage from which to take panga rides along the cliffs or to explore a partially sunken cave at the water’s edge. Blue-footed and Nazca boobies perch along the sheer walls, while flightless cormorants inhabit the shoreline. One of the top rated snorkeling spots in Galapagos. Landing: None: Difficulty: Easy.

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  • check Rays
  • check Red-billed tropicbirds
  • check Sea lions
  • check Sea turtles

  Site Rating 86%

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  Isabela, Punta Vicente Roca

  

  Overall Rating: 86%

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  Here, the remnants of an ancient volcano form two turquoise coves with a bay that is well protected from ocean swells. This is a popular anchorage from which to take panga rides along the cliffs or to explore a partially sunken cave at the water’s edge. Blue-footed and Nazca boobies perch along the sheer walls, while flightless cormorants inhabit the shoreline. One of the top rated snorkeling spots in Galapagos. Landing: None: Difficulty: Easy.

  Isabela, Punta Vicente Roca

  

  Overall Rating: 86%

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  Here, the remnants of an ancient volcano form two turquoise coves with a bay that is well protected from ocean swells. This is a popular anchorage from which to take panga rides along the cliffs or to explore a partially sunken cave at the water’s edge. Blue-footed and Nazca boobies perch along the sheer walls, while flightless cormorants inhabit the shoreline. One of the top rated snorkeling spots in Galapagos. Landing: None: Difficulty: Easy.

• Day 6 AM Rábida Island

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  Rábida Island

  On its red sands, spot marine iguanas and a noisy colony of sea lions. Brown pelicans make homes by the beach in saltbushes. Behind the beach is a lagoon where wading birds and white-cheeked pintail ducks feed, while blue-footed and nazca boobies linger in the cliffs.  Landing: Wet. Difficulty: Easy/Moderate.

   

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  • check Sea lions
  • check Nazca booby

  Site Rating 67%

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  Rábida Island

  

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  On its red sands, spot marine iguanas and a noisy colony of sea lions. Brown pelicans make homes by the beach in saltbushes. Behind the beach is a lagoon where wading birds and white-cheeked pintail ducks feed, while blue-footed and nazca boobies linger in the cliffs.  Landing: Wet. Difficulty: Easy/Moderate.

   

  Rábida Island

  

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  On its red sands, spot marine iguanas and a noisy colony of sea lions. Brown pelicans make homes by the beach in saltbushes. Behind the beach is a lagoon where wading birds and white-cheeked pintail ducks feed, while blue-footed and nazca boobies linger in the cliffs.  Landing: Wet. Difficulty: Easy/Moderate.

   

• Day 6 PM Bartolomé Island

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  Bartolomé Island

  Bartolomé Island has two visitor sites that are usually combined into one visit.  The first is a swim and snorkel off a nice beach, around the iconic Pinnacle Rock; the underwater world there is really impressive. Snorkelers are in the water with the penguins, marine turtles white-tipped reef sharks, rays and other tropical fish.  The second site is accessible via a long staircase leading up to a spectacular view point from which you can see the manifestations of recent volcanic activity.  Landing: Dry.  Difficulty: Moderate

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  • check Galapagos penguin
  • check Sharks
  • check Rays
  • check Sea turtles

  Site Rating 68%

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  Bartolomé Island

  

  Overall Rating: 68%

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  Bartolomé Island has two visitor sites that are usually combined into one visit.  The first is a swim and snorkel off a nice beach, around the iconic Pinnacle Rock; the underwater world there is really impressive. Snorkelers are in the water with the penguins, marine turtles white-tipped reef sharks, rays and other tropical fish.  The second site is accessible via a long staircase leading up to a spectacular view point from which you can see the manifestations of recent volcanic activity.  Landing: Dry.  Difficulty: Moderate

  Bartolomé Island

  

  Overall Rating: 68%

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  Bartolomé Island has two visitor sites that are usually combined into one visit.  The first is a swim and snorkel off a nice beach, around the iconic Pinnacle Rock; the underwater world there is really impressive. Snorkelers are in the water with the penguins, marine turtles white-tipped reef sharks, rays and other tropical fish.  The second site is accessible via a long staircase leading up to a spectacular view point from which you can see the manifestations of recent volcanic activity.  Landing: Dry.  Difficulty: Moderate

• Day 7 AM San Cristóbal Island, Leon Dormido

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  San Cristóbal Island, Leon Dormido

  Rising several hundred feet above the water, this majestic volcanic monolith is one of the most photographed sites in the islands. Keep an eye on the cliffs for blue-footed and Nazca boobies and frigatebirds. While there are no landing sites, Kicker Rock provides excellent snorkeling opportunities. You may see Galápagos and hammerhead sharks, spotted eagle rays, turtles and tropical fish. Landing: None. Difficulty: Easy.

  Wildlife Sightings

  • check Rays
  • check Sea lions
  • check Sea turtles
  • check Sharks

  Site Rating 69%

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  San Cristóbal Island, Leon Dormido

  

  Overall Rating: 69%

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  Rising several hundred feet above the water, this majestic volcanic monolith is one of the most photographed sites in the islands. Keep an eye on the cliffs for blue-footed and Nazca boobies and frigatebirds. While there are no landing sites, Kicker Rock provides excellent snorkeling opportunities. You may see Galápagos and hammerhead sharks, spotted eagle rays, turtles and tropical fish. Landing: None. Difficulty: Easy.

  San Cristóbal Island, Leon Dormido

  

  Overall Rating: 69%

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  Rising several hundred feet above the water, this majestic volcanic monolith is one of the most photographed sites in the islands. Keep an eye on the cliffs for blue-footed and Nazca boobies and frigatebirds. While there are no landing sites, Kicker Rock provides excellent snorkeling opportunities. You may see Galápagos and hammerhead sharks, spotted eagle rays, turtles and tropical fish. Landing: None. Difficulty: Easy.

• Day 7 AM San Cristóbal Island, Tortoise breeding centre account_balance

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  San Cristóbal Island, Tortoise breeding centre

  Established by the National Park in 2003, and located next to the main town, the breeding centre was created in large part to inform residents and visitors about the history of tortoise conservation in Galapagos.   Visitors can both observe giant tortoises living in a semi-natural habitat, but also learn about their origin, evolution, and threats by introduced animals.   Landing:  N/A.  Difficulty:  Easy

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  San Cristóbal Island, Tortoise breeding centre

  

  Overall Rating: 57%

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  Established by the National Park in 2003, and located next to the main town, the breeding centre was created in large part to inform residents and visitors about the history of tortoise conservation in Galapagos.   Visitors can both observe giant tortoises living in a semi-natural habitat, but also learn about their origin, evolution, and threats by introduced animals.   Landing:  N/A.  Difficulty:  Easy

  San Cristóbal Island, Tortoise breeding centre

  

  Overall Rating: 57%

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  Established by the National Park in 2003, and located next to the main town, the breeding centre was created in large part to inform residents and visitors about the history of tortoise conservation in Galapagos.   Visitors can both observe giant tortoises living in a semi-natural habitat, but also learn about their origin, evolution, and threats by introduced animals.   Landing:  N/A.  Difficulty:  Easy

• Day 8 AM San Cristóbal Island, Interpretation Centre account_balance

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  San Cristóbal Island, Interpretation Centre

  The center, which is just outside of the town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, was opened in 1998 and features exhibits showcasing the natural and human history of the Galápagos and the ongoing efforts to preserve and protect the islands. Landing: None. Difficulty: Easy

  Site Rating 35%

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  San Cristóbal Island, Interpretation Centre

  

  Overall Rating: 35%

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  The center, which is just outside of the town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, was opened in 1998 and features exhibits showcasing the natural and human history of the Galápagos and the ongoing efforts to preserve and protect the islands. Landing: None. Difficulty: Easy

  San Cristóbal Island, Interpretation Centre

  

  Overall Rating: 35%

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  photo Striking vistas

  beach_access Beach quailty

  pool Snorkeling quality

  The center, which is just outside of the town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, was opened in 1998 and features exhibits showcasing the natural and human history of the Galápagos and the ongoing efforts to preserve and protect the islands. Landing: None. Difficulty: Easy

• Day 8 PM San Cristóbal Island Airport

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  San Cristóbal Island Airport

  The only commercial jet airliner airport we know that is located walking distance from town. 

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  public Iconic Species

  pets Biodiversity

  photo Striking vistas

  beach_access Beach quailty

  pool Snorkeling quality

  San Cristóbal Island Airport

  

  Overall Rating: 10%

  public Iconic Species

  pets Biodiversity

  photo Striking vistas

  beach_access Beach quailty

  pool Snorkeling quality

  The only commercial jet airliner airport we know that is located walking distance from town. 

  San Cristóbal Island Airport

  

  Overall Rating: 10%

  public Iconic Species

  pets Biodiversity

  photo Striking vistas

  beach_access Beach quailty

  pool Snorkeling quality

  The only commercial jet airliner airport we know that is located walking distance from town. 

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