Galápagos Day Tours

Guided excursions departing the same day from Santa Cruz, San Cristóbal, and Isabela. Compare price, duration, and wildlife highlights, then book directly. tour and a full live-aboard cruise.

From Santa cruz island

DAILY TOURS

Santa Cruz

PLAZAS GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

8 Hours

FROM $265

FROM $287

8 Hours

PLAZAS GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

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From San Cristobal Island

San Cristóbal

ESPAÑOLA GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

8 Hours

FROM $230

FROM $197

10 Hours

TUNELS GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

8 Hours

FROM $230

FROM $65

5 Hours

How to Choose the Right Day Tour

Activity level

Sierra Negra and Española involve longer or uneven hikes; Tintoreras and 360° Tour are lighter, more water-based days.

Snorkeling vs. hiking

Kicker Rock and Tunnels lead with deep-water snorkeling; Sierra Negra and Bartolomé lead with landscape and hiking.

Wildlife priorities

Chasing a specific species — penguins, albatross, hammerheads — points to a specific tour; see the Wildlife guide for where each is most reliably seen.

Not sure which trip type is right for you?

See a side-by-side comparison of packages, day tours, private trips, and cruises — price range, pace, and who each is best for.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far in advance should I book a day tour?

Popular tours like Kicker Rock and Bartolomé can sell out in high season — booking 2–4 weeks ahead is recommended, though last-minute availability sometimes exists.

What’s the practical difference between the three islands for a day-tripper?

Santa Cruz and San Cristóbal both have airports and the widest range of hotels; Isabela is quieter with fewer daily departures. Which island you’re staying on determines which day tours are realistically reachable.

How physically demanding are these tours?

Most are moderate — boat rides, short-to-moderate hikes, and optional snorkeling. Sierra Negra is the most physically demanding; Tintoreras and 360° Tour are the most accessible.

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