Tortuga Bay
Charles Darwin Station

1 day

Discover two icons of Santa Cruz on a trip full of contrasts. Tortuga Bay is waiting with its white sand, turquoise water and unique wildlife: marine iguanas, shorebirds, turtles and reef sharks. You can walk, relax or kayak in this natural paradise. Then, at the Charles Darwin Research Station, you will see conservation work up close and the famous Galapagos giant tortoises at different stages of life. A perfect tour to connect with the essence of the islands: nature and knowledge.

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Schedule

From 08:30 to 17:00
Departure time: 08:30

Sites visited

Tortuga Bay beach
Playa Mansa
Charles Darwin Station

Transport

Puerto Ayora – Charles Darwin: 10 mins
Puerto Ayora – Tortuga Bay: 45 mins
Tortuga Bay – Puerto Ayora: 20 mins

Wildlife you may see

Sea lions
Sea turtles
Tropical fish
Marine iguanas
Giant tortoises
Darwin's finches
Pelicans
Mockingbirds

Included

Snack and water
Transport back to Puerto Ayora
Professional bilingual guide
Snorkeling gear
Lunch

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Tortuga Bay Centro Charles Darwin en Galápagos
Tortuga Bay Centro Charles Darwin en Galápagos