Guiding Galapagos Expeditions, Puerto Ayora Travel Guide

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Guiding Galapagos Expeditions

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Experience the Galapagos Islands through the eyes of local experts. Personalized tours, sustainable practices, and unforgettable adventures await.

Discover the Galapagos Islands with a local touch through Guiding Galapagos Expeditions. Based in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz, this agency offers personalized tours led by native naturalist guides, ensuring an immersive and unforgettable experience of this unique archipelago.

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Opening hours

  • Mon8 am–12 pm, 4 pm–8 pm
  • Tue8 am–12 pm, 4 pm–8 pm
  • Wed8 am–12 pm, 4 pm–8 pm
  • Thu8 am–12 pm, 4 pm–8 pm
  • Fri8 am–12 pm, 4 pm–8 pm
  • Sat8 am–12 pm, 6 pm–8 pm
  • Sun8 am–10 am, 6 pm–8 pm

Opening hours as listed on the venue’s Google Business Profile. Hours can change for services and special events, so check with the venue before you go.

Address
Calle Enrique Fuentes 106 Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island, 200350
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Getting there

Walking

Guiding Galapagos Expeditions is located on Calle Enrique Fuentes 106 in Puerto Ayora. From the main dock area, head east on Avenida Charles Darwin, the main waterfront road. Walk for about 10 minutes until you reach the intersection with Calle Enrique Fuentes. Turn right, and you'll find the agency at number 106 on your left. Taxis within Puerto Ayora have a fixed cost of $1.25.

Public Transport

From Baltra Airport, take the Lobito bus to the Itabaca Channel ferry for $5. The ferry across the channel costs $1. On Santa Cruz Island, a bus from the ferry to Puerto Ayora costs $5. From San Cristobal Airport, taxis are readily available to get to Guiding Galapagos Expeditions. Inter-island ferries to Santa Cruz from San Cristobal or Isabela cost between $35-$45 per person.

Taxi

From Baltra Airport, a taxi to Puerto Ayora costs $25-$30 and can carry up to 4 passengers. This includes the ferry fare across the Itabaca Channel. The journey takes about 45 minutes. Taxis are white pickup trucks. Taxis within Puerto Ayora have a fixed cost of $1.25.

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Guiding Galapagos Expeditions offers a unique approach to exploring the Galapagos Islands, focusing on personalized experiences led by local naturalist guides. Founded by a Galapagos-born naturalist guide, the agency infuses a deep passion for this natural paradise into every tour. With over 10 years of experience, they craft thoughtfully designed travel packages that highlight the incredible diversity of the archipelago.Based in Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island, Guiding Galapagos Expeditions specializes in both boat tours and land excursions. These tours allow visitors to immerse themselves in the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife that make the Galapagos a UNESCO World Heritage site. From snorkeling with playful sea lions to observing the iconic giant tortoises, each expedition is designed to provide a unique perspective of this breathtaking archipelago.The agency's itineraries are tailored to individual preferences, ensuring a personal touch and outstanding service. They partner exclusively with local boat and hotel owners who uphold the highest eco-tourism standards, supporting the sustainable development of the islands. By taking visitors off the beaten path, Guiding Galapagos Expeditions aims to showcase the real Galapagos in all its variety.

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