AM: Journey to the Galapagos
Today marks the beginning of your flight to the Galapagos Islands. As per the regulations set by the Galapagos Government, a migration control card fee of 20 USD is required.
Upon arrival in Santa Cruz, passengers undergo an airport inspection to prevent the introduction of foreign plants or animals to the archipelago. At this inspection point, entrance fees to the Galapagos National Park must be paid, with rates standing at $200 for foreign passengers and $100 for children under 12 years old, effective from September 2024.
Subsequently, your guide will meet you and assist with transferring your luggage to the bus. Passengers will then reach the Catamaran Seaman Journey via a motorized boat known as a Panga.
PM: Exploration of Bartolome Island
Bartolome Island, located across Sullivan Bay, stands at an altitude of 114 meters, providing a vantage point for one of the most picturesque landscapes in the Galapagos Islands. The scenery includes volcanic cones, lunar-like craters, lava fields, and the renowned Toba-formed pinnacle, sculpted by the sea. Despite minimal vegetation, the island boasts two stunning beaches harboring marine turtles, and at the base of the pinnacle, a small colony of Galapagos penguins can be observed.