After landing in Baltra (Airport) you can take the free shuttle to the canal - takes about 5 min.
Cross the canal by ferry (50 cents) and take there a bus to Puerto Ayora - about 45-60 min. (1.80 USD)
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Located about 972 kilometres west of continental Ecuador close to the Equator, the Galapagos Islands is one of the most isolated places on earth. This unique environment is home to some of the most interesting species in existence. From iguanas to giant tortoises, finches and boobies to seals, many species are found nowhere else on earth. It is the Galapagos islands and its inhabitants that inspired Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution by natural selection. The Galapagos islands first appeared about 5 million years ago from volcanic activity, and new islands are still being formed. There are currently 18 islands with the youngest two islands still actively being created. Of all the islands, only five are inhabited, with Isla Santa Cruz being the largest. Other major islands include San Cristóbal (Chatham) Island, Isla Bartolome with penguins and striking landscape, Isla Española and Isla Fernandina.
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03713The Angelique is highly recommended for 4 or 8 day cruises. Lovely refurbished wooden sailing boat with great food and comfy ensuite cabins.
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04054Another day trip could be a walk to the Tortuga Bay.
A one hour walk (5km) west from Puerto Ayora on a marked and cobbled path trough a forest of the Prickly Pear Cactus. Start at the west end of Charles Binford; further on there is a gate where you must register, open 06.00-18.30 daily. Take drinking water and something to eat and do not go alone though there are many joggers. Also take care of the very strong undertow at the main beach. There is also a small sheltered bay without any major waves to the west hidden behind Red Mangroves, this is the swimming area and a nice spot for relaxing.
A one hour walk (5km) west from Puerto Ayora on a marked and cobbled path trough a forest of the Prickly Pear Cactus. Start at the west end of Charles Binford; further on there is a gate where you must register, open 06.00-18.30 daily. Take drinking water and something to eat and do not go alone though there are many joggers. Also take care of the very strong undertow at the main beach. There is also a small sheltered bay without any major waves to the west hidden behind Red Mangroves, this is the swimming area and a nice spot for relaxing.
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