This itinerary packs some of the Galapagos Island’s best sites into five days, giving a good overview of the the southern part of the archipelago. Champion Islet and Bartolome are two of the most popular snorkelling sites, where you can swim with fishing penguins, sea lions and turtles. The birdlife on this route is abundant, as you’ll get to spot albatrosses, booby colonies, flamingos, flightless cormorants and much more. Other sites include Gardner Bay, Suarez Point, Cormorant Point, Champion Islet and Post Office Bay.
High chance of spotting
Waves albatross | Blue & Red footed boobies | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Day 1 | Friday AM Arrival at San Cristobal Airport PM Colorado Hill (San Cristobal) |
Day 2 | Saturday AM Gardner Bay (Española) PM Suarez Point (Española) |
Day 3 | Sunday AM Cormorant Point / Champion Islet (Floreana) PM Post Office Bay & Baroness Lookout |
Day 4 | Monday AM Sullivan Bay (Santiago) PM Bartholomew |
Day 5 | Tuesday AM Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz) Transfer out to Baltra Airport |