Airport Transfer to Puerto Ayora including a Highlands Tour

Baltra Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador



Enjoy a private transfer from Baltra Airport to Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island. Visit a ranch in the highlands, see giant tortoises, explore the Lava Tunnels, and visit the Twin Craters.

Discover Santa Cruz Highlands from Baltra Airport with a private transfer and naturalist guide

This tour suits travelers arriving at Baltra Airport who want to explore the highlands of Santa Cruz, see giant tortoises, and visit key geological sites with expert guidance.

Highlights

  • Scenic ferry ride across the Itabaca Canal to Santa Cruz highlands
  • Visit a ranch to observe giant tortoises in their natural habitat
  • Explore ancient volcanic Lava Tunnels
  • Admire the Twin Craters, large sinkholes surrounded by vegetation

Description

Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, meet your driver who assists with luggage and transfers you to the Itabaca Canal for a short ferry crossing. After the crossing, continue by private vehicle to a ranch in the highlands of Santa Cruz.

At the ranch, observe giant tortoises roaming freely in their natural environment. Then, explore the Lava Tunnels, formed by past volcanic activity that created an underground network.

Next, visit the Twin Craters, two large sinkholes surrounded by dense vegetation that provide insights into the island’s geological history. A certified naturalist guide accompanies you throughout the tour to explain the unique flora and fauna of the Galápagos.

Lunch is available at the ranch for an additional cost. The tour concludes with a drop-off at your hotel in Puerto Ayora.

Includes

  • Airport transfer
  • Private transportation
  • Certified naturalist guide at the ranch
  • Visit to the Santa Cruz highlands
  • Visit to the Twin Craters
  • Visit to the Lava Tunnels
  • Bus tickets on Baltra (Lobitos)
  • Ferry crossing of the Itabaca Canal
  • Drop-off at hotel in Puerto Ayora

Excludes

  • Lunch at the ranch
  • Tips
  • Travel insurance

Important Information

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Bring a camera
  • Stay hydrated; bring water
  • Protect yourself from the sun with a hat
  • Use insect repellent
  • Respect wildlife and the natural environment
  • Lunch is available at the ranch for an additional fee

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

The transfer includes a private ride from Baltra Airport, a scenic ferry across the Itabaca Canal, and a guided tour of the Santa Cruz Highlands featuring tortoise ranches and volcanic formations.
The transfer picks up visitors directly at Baltra Airport, located near Santa Cruz Island in the Galápagos.
Yes, the tour visits a ranch where you can observe giant tortoises in their natural habitat on Santa Cruz Island.
The ferry ride across the Itabaca Canal is brief, typically lasting around 10 minutes, connecting Baltra with Santa Cruz Island.
Yes, the excursion includes a visit to ancient volcanic lava tunnels in the Santa Cruz Highlands.
Yes, the transfer and Highlands tour are ideal for nature lovers interested in unique wildlife and volcanic landscapes in Ecuador's Galápagos.
The Twin Craters are located in the Santa Cruz Highlands and are part of the natural sites visited on the tour.
You are transferred by private vehicle from Baltra Airport, then take a ferry across the Itabaca Canal to Santa Cruz Island before reaching Puerto Ayora.
The transfer and Highlands tour are provided as a private service for a more personalized experience.
Check the official activity website for current hours, availability, and booking details before your visit.

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