Top Things to do in Isabela
Top 6 Cultural Tours in Isabela, Galapagos Islands
The largest of the Galapagos Islands, Isabela is one of the most volcanically active places in the world. Whether this is thrilling or terrifying is up to you. It doesn’t seem to bother the iguanas and penguins of Las Tintoreras, a nearby island cluster and popular snorkeling site. Walk from Puerto Villamil through mangrove forests and saltwater lagoons to reach the Tortoise Breeding Center. Isabela was once used as an exile for prisoners, who built the devastating Wall of Tears as part of their punishment.
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1. 9-Day Colonial Quito & Galapagos Island Hopping
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
With this tour you'll enjoy a unique experience of the Galapagos islands, the way we see them: as locals. With this 9 day program your whole trip is arranged, from your Quito airport pick up up to your Quito airport drop off. Flights from and to the Galapagos Islands are included. You stay in tourist – tourist superior class hotel in Quito and the Galapagos and tours and activities are included as well. After 9 days you will have had a great experience at the Galapagos Islands with the highlights of the Colonial capital of Quito.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Round trip flights from mainland Ecuador to Galapagos Islands, Accommodation in double/single private room at standard tourist class hotels, Local naturalist guide (English & Spanish speaking), Snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel, fins and life vest, Transportation on and between the Islands as described in the itinerary, Airport pickup and drop off at Baltra airport at your arrival/departure time, Transportation between Baltra Airport – Itabaca Channel, 24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish
Exclusions: Entrance fee for the Galapagos National Park., Migratory Control Card / INGALA Transit Card $ 20 p.p. cash only, Isabela dock fee $ 10 p.p. cash only, Water Taxi (small boat that takes you from the speedboat to the harbor and back), For rent: wetsuit (recommended between May – November) , Optional tips for the guide, Personal travel & health insurance
Reviewed By mbennaton
We (my husband and I ) had an amazing time in the Galapagos Islands! We did this trip at the end of October 2020 after the stressful lockdown covid months, so we were looking forward to unwind and visit for the first time the enchanted islands as our vacation. The tours designed by Rebecca Adventure were perfect and customized to our taste and needs. We visited Santa Cruz and Isabela and it was perfect because there weren't many tourists at the time due to the pandemic. We were truly impressed with all the activities, the wildlife and the services provided by our tour guides. We got to see most of the land and marine fauna that we expected, including hammerhead sharks. It was without a doubt one of the most memorable trips of our lives. We highly recommend Rebecca Adventure as your tour agency for the Galapagos and Ecuador. Biosecurity measures were very well respected on the islands, so its safe to travel! If you're looking to come to Ecuador and the Galapagos this is the time, still less tourists, the wildlife is truly impressive and besides life is short, take risks and ENJOY IT!
2. 8-Day Tour of Galapagos and Quito Including Hotels and Transfers
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Take an 8 day trip to Ecuador including Galapagos Islands and a day trip in Quito City. Start your journey with a visit the Old town Quito, step into the beautiful colonial churches and submerge into its history and classic art. Enjoy an amazing 360- degree view for Panecillo Hill. Get ready for a 5-day land tour visiting Galapagos Islands in Santa Cruz and Isabela. Visit the Giant Tortoise, see wild sea lions, and get enchanted with Galapagos most iconic wildlife and landscapes.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, 3 nights accommodations in double room sin hotel in Quito, 4 nights accommodation in selected class hotels in Galápagos, 4 breakfasts, 4 lunchs, 4 dinners in Galapagos, 2 breakfasts on Quito, Trasfers from Quito Airpot – Hotel – Quito Airport (Days 1, 3, 7 and 8), All land and sea transportation within the Galapagos during the program, Bilingual naturalist guides for Galapagos, Excursions and visits during the program as shown in the itinerary, Snorkel equipment for Galapagos as specified by the itinerary, Transfer-in and out from Baltra Airport (by truck or by bus depending on group size), Transfer Puerto Ayora – Isabela – Puerto Ayora by public speedboat
Exclusions: Air Tickets to/from Ecuador and Galapagos, Lunch nor Dinner in Quito, Entrance to Inti Ñan Museum and Mitad del Mundo Monument in Quito, Galapagos National Park Entry Fee – USD$100, Isabela Dock Fee – USD$5, Migratory Control Card for Galapagos– USD$20, Water taxi from dock – speedboat – USD$1 per person/per ride, Soft-drinks and alcoholic beverages, Gratuities
Reviewed By C3923YMchristinaf
I cannot stress enough how flawless this experience was. The communication before, during and after the trip was amazing. I traveled during the pandemic as a solo female traveler and had zero concerns. From the airlines to guides, to transfers, to the food and excursions. Snorkeling, hiking, biking, kayaking, and wildlife galore! Every step of the way everything was handled safely and responsibly. Animals everywhere and minimal people. Just what I needed! There literally could not be a better time to travel to the Galapagos. Nothing was ruined, canceled or impacted. I am so glad I moved forward with my trip and I highly encourage others to do the same. Do not hesitate. Book the trip!!! I will use this company again to plan an Amazon vacation.
3. Galapagos Island 4 Days - 2 Islands : From Sand to Volcanoes
Get a ride in Isabela with our minimum 4 Day-Suggested Itinerary for the Galapagos Islands. Visit Concha de Perla, Tintoreras Islet, Tuneles | Cape Rose and let us assist you during your transfers to and from the airport.
Inclusions: 4 nights accommodation, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), All activities, Local guide, Hotel pickup, Accommodation in double occupancy., All meals (breakfast – lunch – dinner), All land and sea transportation within the Galapagos during the program., Bilingual naturalist guides for each island and all activities., Excursions and visits during the program., Snorkeling Equipment (mask, fins, tube), Transfer Puerto Ayora – Isabela – Puerto Ayora by Public speedboat., Transfer Baltra – Puerto Ayora – Baltra (by truck or by bus depending on group size)
Exclusions: Air Ticket., Single supplement., Ecuadorian Tax 14% IVA, Galapagos National Park Entry Fee, Isabela Dock Fee, Migratory Control Card, Water taxi from dock to speedboat (Isabela, Santa Cruz Islands – depending on the tide), Soft-drinks and alcoholic beverages.
Reviewed By lprisr
We arrived Isabela Islands on a very last minute change of our trip due to the mainland suddenly decided to lock down in April. Without any time to do research, we luckily ended up booking with The Wooden House. The host really took care of us every step of the way. It is the closest hotel near the main dock where the boat from Santa Cruz arrives and departs and where the tour activities start. It is also the closest to the famous snorkeling at Concha de Perla. The property is charming, lots of wood, as if you were chilling at a beachy lodge. It is a family-run business and they made sure you feel like home. We certainly did. There are plenty of area to lounge around, downstairs or upstairs. Walking to the center of the town was easy and took less than 5 minutes, where we ate at Albita almost every night, for their delicious grilled meats and flavorful seafood in garlic sauce. The hotel has its own activity center. We were grateful to have Joseph Carlos recommend what to do in Isabela Islands. He knew the weather, the current, the water condition. Based on that, he suggested the best on which day to do what. He planned and booked the absolutely perfect stay for us. The room was charming and comfortable. There was AC which we tried to not use because the outside air was so nice. We looked forward to a good night sleep after being out playing all day and the next morning's hearty breakfast. After 3 nights, we really did not want to leave. It is totally worth it to visit Isabela Islands via the 2-hour speed boat from Santa Cruz. I am sensitive to sea sickness but I made it fine there and back with the help of sea sickness pills and sea bands. Just try to get a seat on the lower deck and toward the back of the boat where there are max air flow. Everyone wants those seats so plan to get there early. We did a 5-day Galapagos cruise afterwards, to Floreana and Espanola. Even thought they were also beautiful, but we both agreed that Isabela Islands was much more interesting. The morning snorkeling at Concha de Perla, we had to walk through clusters of sea lions and piles of iguanas. We swam with a mother and a pup who didn't just get up close and personal, they basically forced their way through snorkelers to get up and down the steps to the water. That was amazing. We loved the snorkeling at Los Tuneles. Despite the water being a bit mirky, the landscape was incredible. We saw blue footed boobies, a penguin, sharks, a big sea horse, rays from above water and the biggest turtles I have ever seen. I think the biggest one was 4 foot long! The hotel had booked us with a great tour company. And kayaking to Las Tintoreras was also booked by the hotel and our guide was fantastic. Various sea lions chased us around and checking us out. We kayaked next to green sea turtles and golden rays, lots of big birds flying close just above our heads. Not to mention penguines at their home turf. The guide was informational and kept us safe. We snorkeled to see sharks on the bottom of the floor, which our guide found and tried to tell another group, but they just could not find them. Our guide was the best. When the current got a little rougher, he be sure to get us back and head toward another better location. Overall, I am seriously glad that we made the last minute change to come to Puerto Villamil, and happy to have landed at The Wooden House!
4. 16-Day Ecuador Adventure: Andes, Amazon & Galapagos
This Ecuador complete tour will show you all the highlights of this so diverse country. You won’t miss a thing for sure! During this 16 day tour you will visit the 3 main regions of Ecuador: the Andes, the Amazon and the very famous Galapagos. The activities are adventurous and very diverse. In the Andes, where the indigenous culture is still very alive, you will visit the highlights from the nature, the culture and the colonial history. Meanwhile you can enjoy the volcanic horizon. In the Amazon you will try to spot as many animals as possible and you can even visit a tribe! At the Galapagos Islands you can enjoy the white beach and the blue waters, while seeing sea lions, flamingos, iguanas, many special birds and many tropical fish! We will make sure for you that when you go home, you will go home with many amazing and special memories, and a camera full of stunning pictures.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Flights to Galapagos from and to Quito., Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Accommodations according to the itinerary., Professional and English speaking guide during tours., 24/7 assistance in English, Spanish and Dutch., Transportation between Baltra Airport – Itabaca Channel., Entrance fees to Panecillo, La Basilica church, San Francisco church.
Exclusions: Entrance to the community visit (Amazon) $10 p.p., Optional mules rent at Quilotoa lagoon ($10 p.p.), Optional Kayak trip Quilotoa lagoon $5 p.p., Galapagos National Park entrance fee., Migratory Control Card: $20 p.p., Isabela dock fee $10 p.p., Water taxi $1 p.p. each way (this is a small boat that takes you from the Speedboat to the Harbor and vice versa), Wet-suits rent $5 p.p. (recommendable between May-November), Optional tips for guide
Reviewed By mbennaton
We (my husband and I ) had an amazing time in the Galapagos Islands! We did this trip at the end of October 2020 after the stressful lockdown covid months, so we were looking forward to unwind and visit for the first time the enchanted islands as our vacation. The tours designed by Rebecca Adventure were perfect and customized to our taste and needs. We visited Santa Cruz and Isabela and it was perfect because there weren't many tourists at the time due to the pandemic. We were truly impressed with all the activities, the wildlife and the services provided by our tour guides. We got to see most of the land and marine fauna that we expected, including hammerhead sharks. It was without a doubt one of the most memorable trips of our lives. We highly recommend Rebecca Adventure as your tour agency for the Galapagos and Ecuador. Biosecurity measures were very well respected on the islands, so its safe to travel! If you're looking to come to Ecuador and the Galapagos this is the time, still less tourists, the wildlife is truly impressive and besides life is short, take risks and ENJOY IT!
5. 4 World of Ecuador " Coast - Andean - Amazon - Galapagos"
This is a big experience visit the 4 Worlds of Ecuador in a long package where you are going to explore the most important tourist attractive of this amazing country. The first world will be the Andean of Ecuador. Quito its attractions inside and near it " Quilotoa - Mindo - Cotopaxi - Papallacta". The second World will be the amazon of Ecuador we will explore this place for 5 days " Tena ". The Third world will be Galapagos, we will explore the three islands " Santa Cruz - Isabela - San Cristobal " in 11 days The fourth world will be the coast of Ecuador Guayaquil its attractions inside and near it " The Morro's dock - Churute Mangrove - Ayangue This experience begin in Quito and finish in Guayaquil
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lodging in cabins (private bath), Daily excursions, land or river transfers according to the itinerary, Transfer in / out according your flight time, Bilingual and specialized guides during the activities, All land and sea transportation within the Galapagos during the program, Snorkel equipment as specified by the itinerary ( Mask and Fins)
Exclusions: Air tickets from Quito - Galapagos - Guayaquil, Lunch and Dinner or Other services not specified in the program, Galapagos National Park Entry fee (Paid on arrival in Galapagos, must be paid in cash only), Migratory Control Card (INGALA) - USD $20, Tax of use of the dock in Isabela USD ($10.00 this price has to be paid directly at the location), Marine transportation ($2.00 this price has to be paid directly at the location
Reviewed By geierdianne
A nice way to spend a few hours bike riding on trails; then walking to see wildlife including crocodiles.
6. 15-Day Ecuador and Galapagos Highlights Tour from Quito
This exclusive Luxury Ecuador and Galápagos trip will make you redefine the concept of diversity. Ecuador offers you the chance to be in touch with the Andes mountains, the Amazon Rainforest, and the uniqueness of the Galápagos Islands. Your friends and family will be surrounded by off the beaten path landscapes and places that will make you feel special. You and your travel party will enjoy private services in every region of the country while keeping moderate social distancing. Nature and wildlife will disconnect you from the world and allow you to enjoy a once in a lifetime experience.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Private airport pick-ups & drop-offs, Private activities & transfers as described in the itinerary, Domestic flights as described in the itinerary (Quito – El Coca – Quito), Inter-Island flights: San Cristóbal – Isabela and Isabela – Baltra, Welcome kit with masks, anti-bacterial gel & gloves, 24/7 assistance in English, Spanish, and Dutch.
Exclusions: International flights, Flights between Ecuador Mainland and the Galapagos Islands, Entrance fee for the Galapagos National Park, Migratory Control Card / Ingala Transit Card: $ 20 p.p. (cash only), Water Taxi (boat that takes you from the speedboat to the harbor and back) $ 1 p.p., Wetsuit for rent (recommended between May – November) $ 5 p.p. per day approx. (cash only)., Personal medical & travel insurance. Can be included upon request., Optional tips for the guides
Reviewed By mbennaton
We (my husband and I ) had an amazing time in the Galapagos Islands! We did this trip at the end of October 2020 after the stressful lockdown covid months, so we were looking forward to unwind and visit for the first time the enchanted islands as our vacation. The tours designed by Rebecca Adventure were perfect and customized to our taste and needs. We visited Santa Cruz and Isabela and it was perfect because there weren't many tourists at the time due to the pandemic. We were truly impressed with all the activities, the wildlife and the services provided by our tour guides. We got to see most of the land and marine fauna that we expected, including hammerhead sharks. It was without a doubt one of the most memorable trips of our lives. We highly recommend Rebecca Adventure as your tour agency for the Galapagos and Ecuador. Biosecurity measures were very well respected on the islands, so its safe to travel! If you're looking to come to Ecuador and the Galapagos this is the time, still less tourists, the wildlife is truly impressive and besides life is short, take risks and ENJOY IT!
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