The Galapagos Giant Tortoise Experience | Los Gemelos | Shared
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About the Activity
The Giant Tortoise Experience is the most iconic tour in Santa Cruz. This must-do experience offers a unique blend of natural wonders, educational insights and personal encounters with iconic species. Guided by the experience of our certified Galapagos Naturalist Guide, you will: Visit the stunning Los Gemelos sink holes and hike the magical Scalesia Cloud forest. Meet the most iconic Galapagos species at the Giant Tortoise Reserve. Travel through thousands of years of intense volcanic activity in an impressive Lava Tube The Giant Tortoise Experience is available in English or Spanish, and has two departures available every day: In the morning 8 AM In the afternoon 2 PM3 hours to 4 hours
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Availability and Prices
Travel Date
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Travelers
Adult : 2
Inclusions & Exclusions
Entry tax
Entrance fees,Transport by air-conditioned coach,Pickup and drop-off (1835 Coffee Lab | Galapagos Coffee Roasters), Professional naturalist guide, Walking tour, Local taxes, Small-group tour
Food and drinks
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
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Travel Itinerary
- Maximum 16 travellers in this tour.
Locations in the itinerary
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Los Gemelos
EcuadorThe Giant Tortoise Experience begins at the pick up point with a warm welcome from your certified Galapagos Naturalist Guide.
During the private air conditioned transfer, immerse yourself in the enchanted Galapagos ecosystem and learn about the captivating history and geology of the archipelago.
Discover Los Gemelos twin sink holes, the most impressive sink holes in The Galapagos Islands. Hike along this scenic 1-mile loop trail and observe these amazing volcanic formations that make Santa Cruz so special.
Walk through the magical Scalesia Cloud Forest, an endemic humid environment where local plants, giant tortoises and birds thrive. Take opportunities to spot and photograph the iconic Darwin’s finches.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Reserva El Chato
Puerto Ayora, Ecuador, 200350Continue to the Giant Tortoise Reserve and meet the largest living tortoises in the world and the most iconic species of Galapagos! Gain exclusive insights into their habits and ecology, and take incredible pictures with hundreds of giant tortoises wandering around in their pristine natural habitat. 3 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location3
Lava Tunnel
Near Rancha Primicias, Ecuador, 200350Be ready for an impressive underground discovery following the footsteps of Charles Darwin. Experience Galapagos inside-out by stepping into stunning Lava Tubes. Appreciate how lava flows have carved and sculpted the most remarkable structures and shapes over thousands of years.
Your Giant Tortoise Experience terminates at the original pick-up point.20 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Cressi Dive Shop | Galapagos Outdoors CL meeting pointView Location
End point
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Cressi Dive Shop | Galapagos Outdoors CL meeting pointView Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Not infant seats available
- Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
- Not service animal allowed
- Not stroller accesible
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Travelers can arrive on foot or taxi to our meeting point.
- Valid from the time of first use, for the duration selected.
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- Spanish
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cannot be cancelled or amended without incurring a 100% penalty; i.e., the refund amount will be zero.- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
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