Description
Bike Tour Highlands Giant Tortoises El Garrapatero Galapagos
The Bike Tour Highlands Giant Tortoises El Garrapatero Galapagos is a full-day experience designed to showcase the natural diversity of Santa Cruz Island through adventure, wildlife, and relaxation. This tour combines cycling, guided walks, and beach time, offering a balanced and immersive way to explore Galapagos landscapes.
From the beginning, the experience flows smoothly and at a comfortable pace. With professional guidance and well-planned logistics, you can focus on enjoying nature while discovering different ecosystems across the island.
Santa Cruz Highlands & Giant Tortoises
The tour starts in Puerto Ayora, where you meet your guide and receive a short briefing. After that, transportation takes you to the Santa Cruz Highlands, an area known for its green scenery and changing microclimates.
At Rancho Primicias, you walk through natural trails where giant tortoises roam freely. During the visit, your guide explains:
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Giant tortoise conservation efforts
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Endemic vegetation of the highlands
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Volcanic formation of Santa Cruz Island
This stop offers excellent photo opportunities and calm wildlife encounters.
Lunch at Rancho Primicias
After the highlands visit, you enjoy a traditional lunch at the ranch. This break allows time to rest, recharge, and prepare for the biking portion of the tour.
Bike Ride to El Garrapatero Beach
Following lunch, the biking adventure begins. Accompanied by a bilingual naturalist guide, you ride from the highlands toward the coast. Along the route, landscapes gradually change from lush forest to dry coastal scenery.
El Garrapatero Beach Experience
Upon arrival at El Garrapatero Beach, you enjoy free time to relax and explore. This beach is known for its white sand, calm waters, and peaceful environment.
Activities include:
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Snorkeling (equipment included)
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Kayaking
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Relaxing on the beach
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Bird and wildlife observation
The guide stays with the group at all times, ensuring safety and support.
Tour Details
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Duration: Approximately 6 hours
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Departure: Daily
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Meeting Point: Puerto Ayora – 1835 Galápagos Inclusive Agency
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Minimum passengers: 2
What’s Included
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Transportation to the highlands
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Bicycle
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Bilingual naturalist guide
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Lunch at Rancho Primicias
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Snorkeling equipment
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Fully guided experience
Not Included
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Personal expenses
Tour Prices
The Bike Tour Highlands Giant Tortoises El Garrapatero Galapagos offers flexible pricing based on group size, making it ideal for couples, families, and small groups.
Public Rate (USD per person)
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2 passengers: USD 150 per person
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3 to 10 passengers: USD 90 per person
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11 to 16 passengers: USD 60 per person
Special group rates are available upon request.
Prices include all guided activities, transportation to the highlands, bicycle use, lunch at Rancho Primicias, snorkeling equipment, and personalized assistance throughout the tour.