Explore San Cristobal Island‚ without having to travel by sea and returning to the comfort of a hotel each evening.  We take you to each island aboard our executive aircrafts so that you can enjoy the spectacular views from the skies and see the Galapagos in a different perspective. An excellent option for those looking for a more active and exciting Galapagos Islands tour without spending too much time at sea!

Our daily tours are a great alternative to live-aboard cruises‚ you get to explore the archipelagos wildlife and natural wonders by day‚ travel stress free by air and sleep in Island hotels by night. This allows non-seagoing travelers to enjoy the highlights of the Galapagos Islands without compromising their comfort and need to be on firm land.

Our team of travel experts has handpicked reliable and reputable tours for you to choose from the list below. They are all activity packed and include visits to see the unique Galapagos animals and volcanic landscape found nowhere else on the planet. Your excursions also include time for snorkeling/diving and discovering the underwater magic of this wilderness sanctuary. All of our Day Tours include a local English/Spanish speaking guide‚ and most include equipment‚ transport and lunch/refreshments.

We highly advise you to pre-book these tours because of their high demand and limited availability throughout the year. Find below more information and don't forget to reserve your spot now to avoid any disappointments! Tour Bookings can be done on the "extras" page whilst booking your flight with us.

KICKER ROCK DAY TOUR:

What you’ll likely see:

Galapagos sharks‚ white and black tipped sharks‚ hammerheads‚ sea turtles‚ manta rays‚ moon fish‚ dolphins‚ sea lions‚ starfish‚ sea urchins‚ assorted fish species‚ blue footed boobies‚ Nazca boobies‚ pelicans‚ and frigatebirds‚ and spotted eagle rays.

Itinerary:

All passengers need to arrive at the agency at 8h00 in the morning of their tour‚ where we will outfit everyone with snorkeling gear‚ including a short wetsuit‚ fins‚ and a mask and snorkel.

At 8h30‚ we will head to the Muelle Acuario I and Zarpe‚ where you will meet your naturalist guide and we will embark.

Soon‚ Kicker Rock will come into view‚ and you’ll see this majestic outcropping of volcanic rock up close. Your naturalist guide will tell you the history of the rock‚ as well as the animals that are often seen there.

There will be two snorkeling sessions here; the first‚ you will enter the water in the channel that cuts through the middle of the rock‚ “shark alley‚” and in the second‚ you’ll be at the eastern corner. However‚ your guide will make decisions on exact location depending on the conditions of the ocean at the time‚ including currents and waves. Each session lasts about 45 minutes. At Kicker Rock‚ you can often spot Galapagos sharks‚ white and black tipped sharks‚ hammerheads‚ sea turtles‚ manta rays‚ moon fish‚ dolphins‚ sea lions‚ starfish‚ sea urchins‚ and many different fish species. Birds are often around Kicker Rock as well‚ and it’s common to see blue footed boobies‚ Nazca boobies‚ pelicans‚ and frigate birds. As always‚ of course‚ there will be variation in what you see–we don’t control the wildlife!

After your snorkeling session‚ you’ll be ready for your lunch. You may select a meal with chicken or fish‚ as well as a vegetarian or vegan option. Lunch is served on the boat‚ with cold nonalcoholic beverages and assorted snacks.

After sailing around Kicker Rock‚ the boat will head to one of three beaches (Manglesito‚ Puerto Grande‚ or Cerro Brujo depending on the itinerary). There‚ you’ll have the chance to get off the boat‚ stretch your legs on a guided walk‚ swim‚ relax‚ and snorkel again if you’d like. Sea turtles‚ sea lions‚ and rays are common here‚ along with different birds and fish.

At approximately 15h00‚ you’ll head back to port to drop off your equipment‚ and can enjoy the rest of your afternoon on the island! We are happy to provide recommendations for further activities‚ places to eat‚ or any other information you might want.

This itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of the Galapagos National Park and your naturalist guide. For example‚ you might visit the beach first and Kicker Rock second in certain cases depending on ocean conditions. We take safety seriously‚ and always strive to provide you with the best and safest experience.

In light of the pandemic‚ we will be implementing stringent cleaning policies. Every snorkeling gear will be thoroughly disinfected between uses‚ and the agency and boat will be wiped down daily or between tours‚ whichever is more often. Hand sanitizer will be available at all times‚ and we will adhere to protocols recommended by the National Park. Your–and our–safety comes first.

PUNTA PITT DAY TOUR:

What You Will Probably See:

Red Footed Boobies‚ Blue Footed Boobies‚ Pelicans‚ Frigates‚ Finches‚ Nazca Boobies‚ Sea Turtles‚ Sea Lions‚ Manta Rays‚ White Tip Sharks‚ Black Tip Sharks‚ Galapagos Sharks‚ Hammerhead Sharks‚ puffer fish‚ starfish‚ barracudas‚ tuna and more

Itinerary:

All passengers must arrive at the agency at 7:00 in the morning‚ where we will prepare everyone with the snorkeling equipment‚ which includes a short wetsuit‚ fins and a mask and snorkel.

At 7h30‚ we will go to the Muelle Acuario I and Zarpe‚ where you will meet your naturalist guide and we are embarking.

Passengers when arriving at Punta Pitt will carry out their first snorkeling session in Bajo Pitt‚ the naturalist guide will give you the briefing and then you will launch into the sea. After finishing their first session‚ passengers will have some time to rest and also have some snacks and drinks. The second section will be on Pitt Islet‚ each session lasting approximately 45 minutes. In both snorkeling sites it is possible to see Galapagos shark‚ sea turtles‚ juvenile sea lions‚ white tip sharks‚ black tip shark‚ hammerhead shark‚ rays‚ puffer fish‚ starfish‚ barracudas‚ tuna‚ moray eels‚ etc.

Once the passengers finished  the snorkeling activity‚ they will head to Punta Pitt beach for lunch on board. For your meal‚ you may choose between fish‚ chicken‚ vegetarian and vegan options. Beverages and assorted snacks will also be available.

Later you will have a walk of about 2 hours to get to Cerro Pitt and get to know one of the most particular species of the entire island; The red-footed booby. Likewise‚ many other species such as blue-footed booby‚ Nazca booby‚ pelicans‚ frigates‚ finches‚ etc. At the end of the walk‚ the passengers will return to the boat to begin the return trip.

The return to the port is at approximately 16h00 depending on the sea conditions.

This itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of the Galapagos National Park and its naturalist guide. For example‚ you can snorkeling first and hiking second in certain cases‚ depending on ocean conditions. We take safety seriously and always strive to provide you with the best and safest experience.

In light of the pandemic‚ we will implement strict cleanup policies. Each snnorkeling equipment will be completely sanitized between uses‚ and the agency and the boat will be cleaned daily. Hand sanitizer will be available at all times‚ and we will adhere to protocols recommended by the National Park. Your–and our–safety comes first.

360 DEGREES OF SAN CRISTOBAL DAY TOUR:

What you’ll likely see:

Galapagos sharks‚ white and black tipped sharks‚ hammerheads‚ reef sharks‚ sea turtles‚ manta rays‚ moon fish‚ dolphins‚ sea lions‚ starfish‚ sea urchins‚ assorted fish species‚ red footed boobies‚ blue footed boobies‚ Nazca boobies‚ pelicans‚ finches‚ and frigatebirds

Itinerary:

All passengers need to arrive at the agency at 7h00  in the morning of their tour‚ where we will outfit everyone with the snorkeling gear‚ including a short wetsuit‚ fins‚ and a mask and snorkel.

At 7h30‚ we will head to the Muelle Acuario I and Zarpe‚ where you will meet your naturalist guide and we will embark.

This tour highlights the 5 best places to visit on the island‚ and is one of our most popular options. The places you’ll see include: Rosa Blanca‚ Punta Pitt‚ Bahía Sardina‚ Cerro Brujo‚ and Kicker Rock

First‚ you’ll arrive at Rosa Blanca‚ where you’ll snorkel in the Rosa Blanca lagoon‚ home of sea turtles‚ rays‚ sea lions‚ reef sharks‚ and many fish species. After snorkeling‚ you’ll have a moment to relaxon the beach before heading to Punta Pitt.

Here‚ the boat will stop to see the rare red footed boobie‚ along with other bird species including blue footed boobies‚ Nazca boobies‚ frigatebirds‚ finches‚ and more. Depending on the ocean conditions at the time‚ we’ll stop for  a small fishing adventure and try to catch some tuna and wahoo.

Next‚ we’ll head to Bahia Sardina‚ where lunch will be served on the boat (fish‚ chicken‚ vegetarian and vegan options available‚ along with nonalcoholic beverages and snacks). At Bahia Sardina‚ those who wish can snorkel and see the sea lions‚ rays‚ sea turtles‚ and fish that frequent this rea.

Then we forward to Cerro Brujo‚ where you’ll observe the cathedral‚ a natural rock formation that is great for photos and bird watching.

Finally‚ our last stop will be Kicker Rock‚ a slab of volcanic rock in the middle of the ocean and offering one of the best snorkeling sites of the island. Here‚ you can spot Galapagos sharks‚ white and black tipped sharks‚ hammerheads‚ sea turtles‚ manta rays‚ moon fish‚ dolphins‚ sea lions‚ starfish‚ sea urchins‚ and many different fish species. Birds are often around Kicker Rock as well‚ and it’s common to see blue footed boobies‚ Nazca boobies‚ pelicans‚ and frigatebirds. We will navigate around the rock‚ and you can enjoy a view of the island from the east side of the rock.

We will arrive back at port around 16h30‚ depending on the sea conditions .

This itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of the Galapagos National Park and your naturalist guide. For example‚ you might visit the beach first and Kicker Rock second in certain cases depending on ocean conditions. We take safety seriously‚ and always strive to provide you with the best and safest experience.

In light of the pandemic‚ we will be implementing stringent cleaning policies. Every snorkeling equipment will be thoroughly disinfected between uses‚ and the agency and boat will be wiped down daily. Hand sanitizer will be available at all times‚ and we will adhere to protocols recommended by the National Park. Your–and our–safety comes first.

ESPANOLA ISLAND DAY TOUR:

What you’ll likely see:

Reef sharks‚ sea turtles‚ rays‚ sea lions‚ starfish‚ sea urchins‚ assorted fish species‚ blue footed boobies‚ Nazca boobies‚ Galapagos hawks‚ albatross‚ and more

Itinerary:

All passengers need to arrive at the agency at 7h00 in the morning of their tour‚ where we will outfit everyone with snorkeling gear‚ including a short wetsuit‚ fins‚ and a mask and snorkel.

At 7h30‚ we will head to the Muelle Acuario I and Zarpe‚ where you will meet your naturalist guide and we will embark.

The ride to Espanola takes about two hours. Upon arrival‚ you will  disembark the boat at Punta Suarez and go on a 2 hour guided walk of this uninhabited island. You’ll get up close with albatross‚ blue footed boobies‚ Darwin’s finches‚ Galapagos hawks‚ Nazca boobies‚ and basking marine iguanas. At the end of the hike‚ you’ll get to enjoy a small beach where you can relax or take a swim to cool off before emter the boat.

As the boat makes its way to Bahia Gardner‚ lunch will be served and your guide will inform you in on the details of your next stop. For your meal‚ you may choose between fish‚ chicken‚ vegetarian and vegan options. Beverages and assorted snacks will also be available.

Upon arrival‚ you’ll have a snorkeling session of about 45 minutes‚ where you’re likely to spot reef sharks‚ sea lions‚ sea urchins‚ starfish‚ sea turtles‚ rays‚ and many different fish. After snorkeling‚ you’ll enter the boat for the journey back to San Cristobal‚ where you’ll arrive at roughly 16h00.

This itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of the Galapagos National Park and your naturalist guide. For example‚ you might snorkel first and do the hike second in certain cases depending on ocean conditions. We take safety seriously‚ and always strive to provide you with the best and safest experience.

In light of the pandemic‚ we will be implementing stringent cleaning policies. Every piece of equipment will be thoroughly disinfected between uses‚ and the agency and boat will be wiped down daily. Hand sanitizer will be available at all times‚ and we will adhere to protocols recommended by the National Park. Your–and our–safety comes first.

Please note that EMETEBE Airlines only operates and sells flights‚ other activities & tours (non airline related) listed above will be coordinated and operated by authorized travel agencies.