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8-Day Scalesia Lodge and Finch Bay

Luxury Galapagos Land Tours

8 Day / 7 Nights

from USD 6316

Why we recommend

Experience the ultimate Galapagos adventure with the 8-Day Scalesia Lodge and Finch Bay tour. Perfect for nature lovers and thrill-seekers, this trip combines breathtaking hikes, intimate wildlife encounters—from giant tortoises to blue-footed boobies—and serene sailing excursions. Relax in luxurious lodges while exploring volcanic landscapes and pristine beaches. For an unforgettable blend of land and sea exploration, this tour is unmatched.

Itineraries

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The Galapagos Islands

8-Day Scalesia Lodge and Finch Bay Combined Galapagos Land Tour

NOTE: Itineraries subject to change without notice. The sequence of visits might be altered depending on arrival of flights to Baltra or Isabela, weather conditions, or other unexpected circumstances beyond our control.

Flight Baltra- Isabela Island (L-D)

Upon arrival, our representative will be waiting for you at the airport to assist you in everything you need...

In the afternoon, we go 14 km from Puerto Villamil to Sucre’s Cave. Here, we’ll go for a walk and see a bit of the vegetation and some typical plants. Reach Mango viewpoint, and enjoy the amazing view of the southern part of Isabela Island while in the company of finches. We’ll head back to Scalesia Lodge to rest and prepare for the next day.

Baltra

Baltra Island, the gateway to the Galápagos, features a unique flat volcanic landscape and a rich history as a former US airbase...

Explore wildlife like land Iguana and Frigatebirds while enjoying scenic routes to nearby islands and breathtaking adventures.


Animals
Land Iguana, Darwin´s Finches
  • Dry
  • Hiking

Puerto Villamil

It is a small, peaceful town with a laid-back atmosphere and long, white-sand, palm-lined beaches...

Behind Villamil are several brackish water lagoons where American Flamingos are usually seen.


Animals
American Flamingo, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Giant Tortoise, Galápagos Sea Lion
  • Wet
  • Hiking
  • Snorkeling

Volcan Sierra Negra and Volcan Chico (B- BL-D)

Today we will visit Leon Dormido, the jagged remains of an old tuff cone whose flanks are home to thousands of sea birdsAfter breakfast, we start our second day of the program, going to one of the main attractions on Isabela – the volcanoes...

In just a 6-hour hike, we’ll visit both the Sierra Negra Volcano and Volcan Chico. The last eruption of the Sierra Negra was in 2005, and its crater is one of the largest in the world, with a breathtaking diameter of 10km. Close by, we find Volcan Chico, which is surrounded by a volcanic floor that gives it an almost lunar landscape. In this extraordinary place, you can enjoy a great view and have your box lunch before returning to the lodge.

Sierra Negra Volcano

Sierra Negra, a vast shield volcano on Isabela Island, is home to the saddleback-shelled Sierra Negra Giant Tortoise ...

Ascend through lush highland vegetation to its summit for breathtaking views of the lowlands, offering an unforgettable natural experience.


Animals
Darwin´s Finches
  • Dry
  • Hiking

Chico Volcano

Volcán Chico, on Sierra Negra's northeast flank, features 1979 lava flows for exploration. At 860m.a.s.l., visitors enjoy breathtaking...

views of Isabela and Fernandina volcanoes, making it a must-visit spot for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers.


Animals
Lava Lizard
  • Dry
  • Hiking

Tintoreras AM and Beach PM (B-L-D)

Tintoreras is a great place to go and see many beautiful animals, like pelicans, marine iguanas, Galapagos penguins, turtles, and sea lions resting or swimming around...

This group of islets features lava fissures, lava flows, sandy beaches, and mangroves all around stunning coves. It’s truly a natural paradise where we can enjoy the day. Then we return to the lodge for a delicious lunch, and in the afternoon, we’ll have beach time at Puerto Villamil, where you can do kayaking, biking, surfing, or simply resting with the view.

Tintoreras Islet

Las Tintoreras, near Puerto Villamil, boasts a white-tip Shark Colony resting in lava canals and offers snorkeling in their unique habitat...

You can also relax on sandy beaches where Sea Lions bask, making this one of Isabela’s most stunning visitor sites.


Animals
Galápagos Sea Lion, Galápagos Shark, Marine Iguana, Galápagos Penguin, Green Turtle
  • Snorkeling
  • Dinghy Ride

Isabela – Baltra – Santa Cruz (B-L-D)

From Puerto Villamil, we drive to the Isabela highlands. We reach our trail and prepare our day packs toenter a world of recent geological history...

We arrive to rim of the Sierra Negra volcano, an active volcano which last erupted in October 2005. We explore along the circumference of the massive 6×5 mile-wide (9×8 kilometer) lava-filled crater. We may also get views to the other Isabela volcanoes and the Perry Isthmus and beyond. Based on conditions we may continue our hike all the way to Volcano Chico, a smaller crater that offers puffing fumaroles and extraordinary lava formations. These are great examples of the dramatic geological events that have forged the Galapagos Islands over millennia. In the afternoon, we return to Puerto Villamil for our last afternoon in its exotic white sand beaches. (B, BL, D)

Baltra

Baltra Island, the gateway to the Galápagos, features a unique flat volcanic landscape and a rich history as a former US airbase...

Explore wildlife like land Iguana and Frigatebirds while enjoying scenic routes to nearby islands and breathtaking adventures.


Animals
Land Iguana, Darwin´s Finches
  • Dry
  • Hiking

Santa Cruz Highlands

Discover a reserve where giant Tortoise thrives, grazing peacefully and cooling off in mud baths...

This serene habitat invites exploration with its lush greenery and hidden lava tunnels, offering visitors an unforgettable glimpse into the Galápagos' remarkable natural wonders.


Animals
Galápagos Giant Tortoise, Frigatebirds
  • Dry
  • Hiking

Lava Tunnels

Santa Cruz Island's lava tunnels stretch for kilometers, with towering, jagged walls fading into darkness...

These natural wonders formed as outer lava cooled into insulating rock, maintaining molten flows inside. Explore this geological marvel and witness its awe-inspiring underground beauty.


Animals
Lava Lizard, Darwin´s Finches
  • Dry
  • Hiking

Sailing Day Tour (B-L)

Today you will have a sailing day tour based on availability. Bartolome Island: Bartolome is emblematic of the Galapagos with highlights like Pinnacle Rock...

The lookout point is impressive, and snorkeling, you may see tropical fish, Galapagos sharks, hammerheads, and even Galapagos penguins. North Seymour Island: This island is home to colonies of blue-footed boobies and Great frigatebirds that nest together. On the trail, you’ll encounter both land and marine iguanas and sea lions on the beach. South Plazas: South Plazas is an uplifted island with aerial life of Frigatebirds, Masked boobies, Blue-footed boobies, Pelicans, and Red-billed Tropicbirds. The island is also home to marine iguanas and large colonies of sea lions. Santa Fe: Santa Fe is uplifted from submarine basaltic lava and is now covered with a Giant Opuntia forest, home to the endemic Santa Fe Land Iguana and giant prickly pear, a favorite source of food for the Santa Fe Land Iguana. Activities: Boat excursion, snorkel, walk. Return to the hotel to enjoy the facilities, go to the beachfront, or get suggestions for other activities.

Bartolome Island

The Pinnacle Rock is Bartholomew's iconic tuff cone, formed from volcanic magma meeting the sea...

Hike the wooden stairway to breathtaking panoramic views, where the islands display striking colors—vivid oranges, deep blacks, and lush greens—showcasing the beauty of the Galápagos landscape.


Animals
Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Penguin, Galápagos Hawk, Galápagos Sea Lion, Frigatebirds
  • Dry
  • Hiking

North Seymour Island

North Seymour Island, north of Baltra, features flat terrain from submarine lava uplift, lush with Frigatebirds and Blue-footed Boobies...

Explore a 2km trail showcasing rocky shores, Galápagos Sea Lions, Marine Iguanas, and stunning Daphne Major and Minor views.


Animals
Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Fur Seal, Galápagos Sea Lion, Frigatebirds, Land Iguana
  • Dry
  • Hiking
  • Snorkeling
  • Dinghy Ride

South Plaza Island

South Plaza, near Santa Cruz, features a striking Sesuvium and Opuntia landscape...

Visitors can spot Land Iguanas under cacti, soaring swallow-tailed gulls, and a lively Galápagos Sea Lion Colony along its rocky, protected seashore, offering exceptional wildlife encounters.


Animals
Frigatebirds, Galápagos Sea Lion, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Land Iguana,
  • Dry
  • Hiking

Santa Fe Island

Santa Fe Island features a scenic bay with two trails—one to a cliff viewpoint and another to a tall prickly pear cactus forest...

Home to unique Land, Iguanas, Lava Lizards, and snorkeling in a turquoise lagoon among playful Galápagos Sea Lions.


Animals
Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Hawk, Galápagos Sea Lion, Frigatebirds, Santa Fe Iguana
  • Wet
  • Hiking
  • Snorkeling
  • Dinghy Ride

Divine Bay and Charles Darwin Research Station (B)

After breakfast, we go to Divine Bay, a gorgeous place with mangrove trees and ancient lava paths. We can discover it by boat, or if you feel more adventurous, you can take a tandem kayak...

We will snorkel in a lovely spot full of marine life in the morning. Next, we’ll go to the small dock in Punta Estrada. Here, we take a short walk to “Playa de los Perros” (Dog Beach), a majestic beach where marine iguanas nest. Additionally, there is a natural spot where young white sharks swim, and we’ll be able to see them from above. We return to the Finch Bay Hotel for lunch, and in the afternoon, we’ll go to the Charles Darwin Research Station and learn more about the giant tortoise breeding program. Once we finish here, you’ll have free time to enjoy the lively atmosphere of the town, the hotel facilities, or the beach in front of it.

Charles Darwin's Station

The Charles Darwin's Research Station (CDRS) leads Galápagos conservation through scientific research and education...

Visitors can explore natural history exhibits and witness the tortoise breeding program, learning about efforts to preserve the islands’ unique ecosystem and wildlife for future generations.


Animals
Galápagos Giant Tortoise, Frigatebirds, Galápagos Sea Lion, Land Iguana, Marine Iguana
  • Dry
  • Hiking

Sailing Day Tour (B-L)

Today you will have a sailing day tour based on availability. Bartolome Island: Bartolome is emblematic of the Galapagos with highlights like Pinnacle Rock...

The lookout point is impressive, and snorkeling, you may see tropical fish, Galapagos sharks, hammerheads, and even Galapagos penguins. North Seymour Island: This island is home to colonies of blue-footed boobies and Great frigatebirds that nest together. On the trail, you’ll encounter both land and marine iguanas and sea lions on the beach. South Plazas: South Plazas is an uplifted island with aerial life of Frigatebirds, Masked boobies, Blue-footed boobies, Pelicans, and Red-billed Tropicbirds. The island is also home to marine iguanas and large colonies of sea lions. Santa Fe: Santa Fe is uplifted from submarine basaltic lava and is now covered with a Giant Opuntia forest, home to the endemic Santa Fe Land Iguana and giant prickly pear, a favorite source of food for the Santa Fe Land Iguana. Activities: Boat excursion, snorkel, walk. Return to the hotel to enjoy the facilities, go to the beachfront, or get suggestions for other activities.

Bartolome Island

The Pinnacle Rock is Bartholomew's iconic tuff cone, formed from volcanic magma meeting the sea...

Hike the wooden stairway to breathtaking panoramic views, where the islands display striking colors—vivid oranges, deep blacks, and lush greens—showcasing the beauty of the Galápagos landscape.


Animals
Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Penguin, Galápagos Hawk, Galápagos Sea Lion, Frigatebirds
  • Dry
  • Hiking

North Seymour Island

North Seymour Island, north of Baltra, features flat terrain from submarine lava uplift, lush with Frigatebirds and Blue-footed Boobies...

Explore a 2km trail showcasing rocky shores, Galápagos Sea Lions, Marine Iguanas, and stunning Daphne Major and Minor views.


Animals
Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Fur Seal, Galápagos Sea Lion, Frigatebirds, Land Iguana
  • Dry
  • Hiking
  • Snorkeling
  • Dinghy Ride

Santa Cruz – Baltra Chico (B)

After a delicious farewell breakfast, we’ll go to the Baltra airport to return to mainland Ecuador...

On the way to the airport, we’ll make one last short stop at the impressive Twin Pit Craters, a geological formation made of volcanic material, surrounded by different kinds of vegetation such as orchids, Scalesia trees, and ferns. After this visit, we continue on our way to the airport, where our representative will assist you in everything you need for the flight.

Baltra

Baltra Island, the gateway to the Galápagos, features a unique flat volcanic landscape and a rich history as a former US airbase...

Explore wildlife like land Iguana and Frigatebirds while enjoying scenic routes to nearby islands and breathtaking adventures.


Animals
Land Iguana, Darwin´s Finches
  • Dry
  • Hiking

Twin Craters

Los Gemelos, twin volcanic craters in Santa Cruz's highlands, contrast sharply with the dry coastal lowlands...

The highlands, cloaked in mist during the garua season, benefit from abundant moisture, sustaining vibrant, lush vegetation and creating a captivating natural landscape.


Animals
Darwin´s Finches, Vermilion Flycatcher, Mockingbird
  • Dry
  • Hiking

Rates

Accomodation
Price per person
Standard room – Starting from
US$ 6,316
Suite – Starting from
US$ 7,185

Prices are subject to change without prior notice.

These rates are valid all year round, except for high-season departures.

Rates includes

  • Accommodations as detailed.
  • All tours described on the program, with a Galapagos National Park Naturalist guide.
  • Meals as described on our itinerary (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, BL: Box Lunch, D: Dinner)
  • Service and sales taxes

Rates not includes

  • Air fare from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra and back. Flights can be arranged upon request
  • Entrance fee to Galapagos National Park (US$100 per person)
  • Transit card to enter Galapagos (US$20 per person)
  • Entrance fee to Puerto Villamil (US$10 per person)
  • Baltra´s airport transportation fee (US$5 per person)
  • Beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Anything not mentioned in our itineraries

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