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Santa Cruz in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in the Galápagos? Bay, tortoises and islands. Here is how to spend one perfect day — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Bay tour
  2. 2Tortoises
  3. 3Bartolomé
  4. 4Wild

Morning: a bay tour

Snorkel the coves of Puerto Ayora.

Midday: giant tortoises

The highlands reserves and lava tunnels.

Day trip: Bartolomé

The iconic Pinnacle Rock.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Santa Cruz — prices per person.

Half Day Bay Tour in Santa Cruz Island
Santa Cruz
Half Day Bay Tour in Santa Cruz Island
4.3(60)·3 timer
fra$75/ person
via Viator
Giant Turtle Watching og Lava Tunnels Tour
Santa Cruz
Giant Turtle Watching og Lava Tunnels Tour
4.8(76)·3 timer
fra$40/ person
via Viator
Day Trip to Bartolome Island from Puerto Ayora
Puerto Ayora
Day Trip to Bartolome Island from Puerto Ayora
4.9(37)·8 timer
fra$384/ person
via Viator
Bay Tour in Santa Cruz - Galapagos Islands
Santa Cruz
Bay Tour in Santa Cruz - Galapagos Islands
3.5(28)·3 timer
fra$60/ person
via Viator
Bartolome Island Full Day Tour
Santa Cruz
Bartolome Island Full Day Tour
4.8(21)·10 timer
fra$378/ person
via Viator

Santa Cruz in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Santa Cruz in one day?
Yes — a bay tour, the giant tortoises and a Bartolomé day trip fill one perfect day.
What is the best one-day experience?
A bay tour from Puerto Ayora with snorkelling among sea lions.
Is one day enough?
One day covers the essentials; stay longer for more island day trips.

Explore more in Santa Cruz

Bay TourGiant Tortoises & LavaBartolomé Day TripNorth Seymour Day TripPinzón Day Trip