10 Best Isla Santa Cruz Multiday Tours in December 2025

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BudgetSimple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Mid-rangeComfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
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Galapagos Island Hopping - December 2025

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Galapagos Island Hopping - December 2025

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Amazing wildlife, both on land and under the water, is the main drawcard of the remote Galapagos Islands. On this eight-day trip, you’ll explore this otherworldly archipelago on foot and by boat with an expert naturalist guide to lead the way. Swim with sea turtles, see giant tortoises up close, watch sea lions lounge around town and discover fascinating, varied landscapes. Learn about the conservation efforts on Isla Santa Cruz, take a cooking class to make a famed Ecuadorian soup and enjoy multiple snorkelling opportunities, as well as a full-day hike to the second-largest volcanic crater in the world! This trip will have you cruising and exploring by day and relaxing on land by night, with all the logistics taken care of for you.

WildlifeWalking tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

15-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Baltra Island, Isla Santa Cruz

Baltra Island, Isla Santa Cruz, San Cristobal Island, Floreana Island, Isla Isabela

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Duration8 days

From

USD 2,520

USD 1,934

Saving

USD 586

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Pure Galapagos (Grand Daphne) - December 2025

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Few destinations rival the Galapagos for up-close encounters with wildlife and this eight-day adventure cruise focuses on all the stars of the show. This boat trip is free of detours, overnight stopovers and passengers joining or leaving throughout, so you can stay on the ship and focus on the wildlife, landscapes and experiences. Venture to remote parts of the archipelago – the west coast of Isla Isabela and Isla Fernandina – to see all the best these islands have to offer. Snorkel with sea lions and reef sharks off Isla Santa Cruz and Isla Bartolome, spy frigatebirds, boobies and pelicans soaring above North Seymour and stroll among land iguanas and flightless cormorants on volcanic Punta Espinosa.

Sailing, yachting and motor boating

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Yacht Cabin

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Baltra Island, Isla Santa Cruz

Baltra Island, Isla Santa Cruz, Bartolome Island, Isla Santiago, Isla Fernandina, Isla Isabela

Duration8 days

From

USD 6,255

USD 6,067

Saving

USD 188

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Galápagos Land & Sea — Central & South Islands Aboard The Yolita - December 2025

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Galápagos Land & Sea — Central & South Islands aboard the Yolita - December 2025

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Truly a once in a lifetime experience.! G Adventures also made us feel safe and secure wherever we went.

Sailing, yachting and motor boating

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Villa

Age Range

12-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa

Quito, Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz, Floreana Island, Cerro Dragón

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Duration7 days

From

USD 4,149

USD 3,018

Saving

USD 1,131

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Best of Galapagos - December 2025

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Amazing wildlife, both on land and underwater, is the main drawcard of the remote Galapagos Islands. On this ten-day trip through the best of the Galapagos, you’ll uncover the outstanding natural beauty of these islands both on foot and by boat, looking for giant tortoises, sharks, blue-footed boobies, pelicans, seals, iguanas, dolphins, whales and birdlife along the way. Trace Darwin's theory of evolution, go snorkelling across multiple islands, hike up a volcano for the best views and soak up the experience with a group of likeminded travellers and a local leader who knows all the best spots.

WildlifeTrekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

15-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, San Cristobal Island, Flo

Quito, San Cristobal Island, Floreana Island, Isla Isabela, Isla Santa Cruz, Isla Baltra

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Duration10 days

From

USD 4,100

USD 3,007

Saving

USD 1,093

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Galápagos Express Adventure: Wilderness & Wildlife - December 2025

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Excellent experience.

Wildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-39 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Santa Cruz, Puerto Ayora, San Cr

Santa Cruz, Puerto Ayora, San Cristobal Island, Isla Santa Cruz, Isabela Island

Duration7 days

From

USD 1,449

USD 1,406

Saving

USD 43

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Galapagos Adventure: Northern Islands (grand Daphne) - December 2025

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Galapagos Adventure: Northern Islands (Grand Daphne) - December 2025

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With almost 1000 kilometres of water lying between them and the South American mainland, the islands of the Galapagos were able to evolve largely undisturbed by humanity. Discover the rugged landscape of this wild place with a week-long adventure cruise, all with a local naturalist guide by your side to show you the way. Encounter sea lions, hike over hardened lava, spot diverse marine life with snorkelling opportunities and cool off in the aquamarine waters. With time to explore both on land and underwater, your adventure will show you some of the best of the northern islands – don't forget to watch the sunset from your motor yacht every night, too!

Wildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, San Cristobal Island, San

Quito, San Cristobal Island, Santa Fe Island, Isla Genovesa, Isla Santiago, Isla Santa Cruz

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Duration7 days

From

USD 4,995

USD 3,605

Saving

USD 1,390

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Galapagos Island Hopping Diving Budget Experience 8D/7N - December 2025

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Embark on an unforgettable budget-friendly Galapagos Island diving adventure! Explore breathtaking underwater ecosystems teeming with diverse marine life, including sea lions, turtles, and colorful fish. Enjoy immersive island hopping experiences, snorkeling excursions, and guided tours led by expert naturalists. Discover the pristine beauty of famous islands like Santa Cruz and Isabela while reveling in their unique flora and fauna. Perfect for diving enthusiasts and nature lovers, this trip promises an unparalleled journey into the heart of the Galapagos archipelago.

AdventureWildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, San Cristobal Island, Isla Santa Cruz

Duration8 days

From

USD 1,291

USD 1,252

Saving

USD 39

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Classic Galapagos: Central Eastern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz) - December 2025

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Experience the serenity of the Galapagos Islands as you drift across the Pacific Ocean on this 10-day adventure cruise through the central eastern islands. Retrace the voyage of Charles Darwin by sea, admiring the sandy beaches of Espumilla contrasted with the jagged rock formations and volcanic craters of Isla Santiago. Look out at the ocean, land and sky, spotting blue-footed boobies, sea turtles and sea lions in their natural habitat. Go hiking and snorkelling each day and learn about the geology of these lands from your handy naturalist guide, all the while spotting some pretty incredible and varied wildlife.

Sailing, yachting and motor boating

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, San Cristobal Island, Isl

Quito, San Cristobal Island, Isla Santiago, Puerto Egas, Isla Santa Cruz, North Seymour Island, Black Turtle Cove, Sombrero Chino

Duration10 days

From

USD 7,350

USD 7,130

Saving

USD 221

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5-Day Galapagos Land-based Tour: Santa Cruz & Isabela - December 2025

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This 5-day Galapagos Islands tour allows you to explore the Islands just like Charles Darwin! Swim alongside colorful fishes, sea urchins, and starfish while snorkeling. You might even spot some sharks! The volcanic islands are also home to Giant Tortoises. See these fantastic reptiles, as well as other creatures, including blue-footed boobies, Galapagos sea lions, albatrosses, marine iguanas, and frigate birds in their natural habitat. You will have the full assistance of a naturalist guide. There are so many breathtaking sights in this natural paradise. Galapagos awaits, so let’s go island hopping!

Trekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-80 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Galapagos Islands, Santa Cruz, I

Galapagos Islands, Santa Cruz, Isla Santa Cruz, Tintoreras, Baltra Island

Duration5 days

From

USD 1,635

USD 1,586

Saving

USD 49

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Classic Galapagos: Central Southern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz) - December 2025

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Set sail on a 10-day adventure cruise around the central and southern islands of the Galapagos, observing the unique wildlife of these remote Pacific islands. Be charmed by the native bird species and underwater ecosystems of colourful marine life. Hike across lava flows, sail through mangroves and snorkel in natural aquariums abundant with fish, sea lions and turtles. This sail features some of the Galapagos’ most naturally beautiful islands, so sit back and relax, because it’s all smooth sailing from here!

Sailing, yachting and motor boating

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Isla Santa Cruz, Isla Mos

Quito, Isla Santa Cruz, Isla Mosquera, Black Turtle Cove, Sombrero Chino, Punta Carrion, Las Tintoreas, Punta Cormorant

Duration10 days

From

USD 7,985

USD 7,745

Saving

USD 240

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Galapagos Encounter: Southern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz) - December 2025

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Tick the Galapagos off your list on this week-long sailing voyage that takes in the very best of the southern islands. Rub shoulders with the local wildlife as sea lions, iguanas, giant tortoises and exotic birds of all shapes and sizes go about their daily business. Go snorkelling near mighty manta rays, turtles and tropical fish fill. Experience firsthand the natural, rugged landscapes of the Galapagos and see what Charles Darwin saw when he arrived on the isles more than 180 years ago and go hiking to discover the changing and unique landscapes of this incredible part of the world.

Sailing, yachting and motor boating

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Baltra Island, Isla Isabe

Quito, Baltra Island, Isla Isabela, Floreana Island, Isla Santa Cruz

Duration6 days

From

USD 3,740

USD 3,628

Saving

USD 112

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Ultimate Galapagos: Central Islands (Grand Daphne) - December 2025

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Encounter wildlife up close and personal on a voyage to the Galapagos Islands for an experience like no other. On this 10-day adventure, you’ll spend seven nights cruising around the islands, snorkelling with sea lions, white-tipped reef sharks, sea turtles and penguins. Look to the skies in North Seymour or Caleta Bucanero to spot boobies, pelicans and other seabirds soaring above. Wander across the volcanic landscapes of Punta Espinosa and see land iguanas and flightless cormorants. A paradise for nature-lovers, you’ll discover the beauty of the Galapagos all with a naturalist guide by your side to show you the way.

Wildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Las Bachas, Isla Isabela

Quito, Las Bachas, Isla Isabela, Urbina Bay, Punta Vicente Roca, Isla Santiago, Isla Sombrero Chino, Isla Santa Cruz

Duration10 days

From

USD 7,175

USD 6,960

Saving

USD 215

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Galapagos Encounter: Central Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz) - December 2025

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See the natural beauty of the Galapagos on a sailing voyage that takes in the very best of the central islands. Discover heaps of local wildlife like sea lions, iguanas, giant tortoises and exotic birds of all shapes and sizes. Go snorkelling in the presence of mighty manta rays, turtles and tropical fish. Experience the natural, rugged landscapes of the Galapagos firsthand and see what Charles Darwin saw when he arrived on the isles more than 180 years ago and began formulating the theory of evolution. With each day spent hiking, swimming and snorkelling, this active sailing adventure is one for the nature-lover!

Sailing, yachting and motor boating

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, San Cristobal Island, Bar

Quito, San Cristobal Island, Bartolome Island, Isla Santiago, Isla Santa Cruz

Duration6 days

From

USD 4,550

USD 4,414

Saving

USD 137

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Galapagos Wildlife Cruise (Archipel I) - December 2025

4.8

(25 reviews )

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If you are reading this then the answer is YES! Yes you should go to the Galapagos islands, it is even more special and magical than you could ever imagine. For me it was a dream come true and the best experience of my life so far. I would 100% recommend this trip and Exodus, so much so that I have already started saving to do it all over again!

WildlifeBird watching

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin, Hotel

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Guayaquil, San Cristobal

Quito, Guayaquil, San Cristobal Island, Sante Fe, Isla Santa Cruz, Isabela Island, Isla Santiago, Baltra Island, Genovesa Island, Santa Cruz, Floreana Island, Espanola Island

Duration17 days

From

USD 15,750

USD 15,278

Saving

USD 473

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All Isla Santa Cruz Tours in December 2025

22 Trips in Isla Santa Cruz during December 2025 with 42 Reviews

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22 Trips in Isla Santa Cruz during December 2025 with 42 Reviews

Galapagos Island Hopping - December 2025

Pure Galapagos (Grand Daphne) - December 2025

Galápagos Land & Sea — Central & South Islands aboard the Yolita - December 2025

Best of Galapagos - December 2025

Galápagos Express Adventure: Wilderness & Wildlife - December 2025

Galapagos Adventure: Northern Islands (Grand Daphne) - December 2025

Galapagos Island Hopping Diving Budget Experience 8D/7N - December 2025

Classic Galapagos: Central Eastern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz) - December 2025

5-Day Galapagos Land-based Tour: Santa Cruz & Isabela - December 2025

Classic Galapagos: Central Southern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz) - December 2025

Galapagos Encounter: Southern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz) - December 2025

Ultimate Galapagos: Central Islands (Grand Daphne) - December 2025

Galapagos Encounter: Central Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz) - December 2025

Galapagos Wildlife Cruise (Archipel I) - December 2025

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All Isla Santa Cruz Tours in December 2025

22 Trips in Isla Santa Cruz during December 2025 with 42 Reviews

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22 Trips in Isla Santa Cruz during December 2025 with 42 Reviews