Santa Cruz is the heart of the Galápagos. From Puerto Ayora, you can reach Bartolomé, North Seymour, Pinzón, Daphne, and more — each island a unique world of wildlife, volcanic landscapes, and crystal-clear waters. Book your island hopping tour directly with our local team.
Located at the geographic center of the Galápagos archipelago, Santa Cruz Island is the perfect base for exploring the surrounding islands. From Puerto Ayora — the largest town in the Galápagos — you have daily access to some of the most iconic destinations in the archipelago by speedboat or yacht.
As a locally based agency in Puerto Ayora, Zambrano Tours knows these waters, these boats, and these islands better than anyone. We coordinate all logistics so you can focus on the experience — not the planning.
All tours depart from Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz. Prices are per person and include naturalist guide, snorkel equipment and lunch.
Sail to uninhabited Pinzón Island for world-class snorkeling with sea turtles, reef sharks, and tropical fish. A pristine and untouched paradise.
A unique multi-stop adventure visiting Daphne Island (famous for Darwin’s finch research), the stunning Piedra Ahogada rock formation, and the tranquil Bahía Borrero.
Explore the stunning coastline of Santa Cruz Island on this comprehensive half-circle tour. Visit hidden beaches, dramatic cliffs, snorkel stops, and incredible viewpoints.
Visit the iconic Pinnacle Rock, hike to the summit for the most famous viewpoint in the Galápagos, and snorkel with penguins and reef sharks in crystal-clear waters.
Walk among blue-footed boobies, magnificent frigatebirds, and land iguanas on one of the best wildlife islands in the archipelago. Includes snorkeling with sea lions.
With so many islands to choose from, selecting the right day tour depends on what you want to experience. If you’re after the most iconic Galápagos photo opportunity, Bartolomé with Pinnacle Rock is unmissable. If you want the best wildlife walking experience, North Seymour with its boobies and frigatebirds is unbeatable. For serious snorkeling, Pinzón offers pristine waters far from the crowds.
As local experts based in Puerto Ayora, our team at Zambrano Tours will always give you honest, personalized advice based on current conditions, your fitness level, and what wildlife you most want to see. We’re not selling you a package from a computer — we’re here on the island, and we know these waters.
Zambrano Tours tip: If you have multiple days in the Galápagos, combine Bartolomé (iconic landscapes) with North Seymour (bird colonies) and Pinzón (snorkeling). Contact us on WhatsApp and we'll design the perfect multi-day itinerary at the best combined price.
All our island hopping tours depart from Puerto Ayora, the main port of Santa Cruz. Depending on the island, the boat ride ranges from 1 hour (North Seymour, Pinzón) to 2.5 hours (Bartolomé). Tours typically depart between 6:00 and 7:00 AM and return by late afternoon.
For Bartolomé specifically, some tours depart from the Itabaca Canal on the north side of Santa Cruz — about 40 minutes by bus from Puerto Ayora. We coordinate all transfers and will let you know the exact meeting point when you book.
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