Galapagos and Ecuador 2025

Day 5:  February 12 Isabela Island.  Early landing in the small town of Puerto Villamil before beginning the hike to the Sierra Negra Volcano, which is the largest basaltic caldera in the Galapagos.  In the afternoon, explore the tortoise breeding centre in the Puerto Villamil area. Morning:  Sierra Negra Volcano Hike (Isabela Island).  Hike to the rim of the 10km wide crater of the Sierra Negra volcano, which is the largest basaltic caldera in the Galapagos.  Trek across the moon-like landscape of the lava fields and fumaroles, and enjoy spectacular views looking north toward Fernandina and the rest of Isabela Island.  The volcano last erupted in June 2018, making it the most recent eruption of the Galapagos.  The hike is 7km in total. Afternoon:  Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre Visit (Isabela Island).  Walk through the town's wetlands to visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre.  With the giant tortoise on its way to extinction in ...

 Day 4:  February 11 Bartolome Island / Sullivan Bay.  Visit Bartolome for a guided tour to see the island's dramatic volcanic features.  Continue to Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island to witness the giant lava formations contrasting with the white-coral-sand beach. Morning.  Bartolome Island visit.  Hike to Bartolome's summit for a stronger perspective of the island's not-too-distant volcanic origins, and enjoy a panoramic view - it's one of the best among the islands!  See other Galapagos Islands in the distance as well as Pinnacle Rock, the island's famous towering landmark. Morning.  Snorkeling (Bartolome Island).  Take the opportunity to swim and snorkel along the shore, home to one of the most iconic volcanic rock formations on the islands.  Home to Galapagos penguins, friendly sea lions, sea turtles, and a huge variety of fish.  Bartolome and its surrounding waters are a fantastic place to explore the natural wonders of the Gala...