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Meet a 150-Year-Old Giant Tortoise in the Galapagos Highlands

4.9(47)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 47 reviews4 hBy Galapagos Outdoors CL
Giant Tortoise migration

About this 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 PM

What's included

  • ✓Entrance fee
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
  • ✓Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

  • ✕Food and drinks
  • ✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

  • Cressi Dive Shop | Galapagos Outdoors CL meeting point

Good to know

  • 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.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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