Built in 1995, Aventura Lodge has unique architectural design which blends with the mangrove forest and shoreline.

Its location allows you to observe the mangrove ecosystem in action as well as the best view of Puerto Ayora’s bay.

The owners are committed to developing an eco-friendly operation. The lodge is going through a process of certification for sustainable management. 

Guest rooms are divided in two areas: seaside or inside the mangrove. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, cable TV and private bathroom with hot water. 

The seaside restaurant offers both Japanese and Galapagos and Galapagos fusion cuisine.

Wi-Fi is also available throughout.

Get the most of the Galapagos with this four day program. You will be based on Santa Cruz and visit Isabela Island on a day trip.

On this tour, you’ll snorkel with sea lions, sharks, marine iguanas, sea turtles, rays, and schools of fish. You’ll also go sea kayaking and observe marine and bird life. 

Walk among the giant Galapagos tortoises and marine iguanas. Observe white-tipped reef sharks.

Day 1: Travel to Galapagos

Travel from mainland Ecuador to Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos.

Lunch included.

The adventure starts the moment you arrive at the airport on Baltra Island. Seymour Airport is the first ecological airport in the world.

After a very short bus ride, you will head to the Itabaca Channel, a small channel with clear blue waters which divides Baltra Island from Santa Cruz Island.

During your five-minute crossing, watch the water and you may see some sharks, sea lions and sea turtles.

Once on Santa Cruz, you’ll travel south across the Island to Aventura Lodge.

During the 45-minute drive, you’ll experience a variety of micro climates.

Watch the change from desert in the lowlands to tropical forest in the highlands. The highlands represent the agricultural resource of the island.

On the south side of the island, you will pass through Santa Rosa – a very small town inhabited by the local farmers.

Near the southern coast, the climate becomes drier and hotter until you arrive in Puerto Ayora. This is the main town on the Island. 

Before lunch, you can relax on the deck and watch the sea lions and marine iguanas.

Enjoy a guided tour to the fascinating Charles Darwin Research Station where you can learn about one of the most successful reptile breeding programs.

Overnight Red Mangrove Aventura Lodge. Lunch and dinner included.

Day 2: Santa Cruz – Isabela – Santa Cruz

Morning day tour to Isabela: Early in the morning you will navigate to Isabela.

Hike along a beautiful boardwalk for about 45 minutes enjoying part of the Isabela wetlands, watching for flamingos and other seabirds.

Before returning to the lodge, visit the well-known Playa del Amor (Love Beach) and enjoy the magical feeling of this organic sand beach surrounded by mangroves.

Lunch at Isabela Lodge.

Afternoon: Departure to Las Tintoreras and Bay Tour.

2018 - 19 Price Guide:

• 3 nights from £2,325 pp

4-Day Package Includes:

• International Flights from the UK
• Domestic flights to the Galapagos
• 3 nights accommodation
• All meals as listed
• All activities as listed
• Diving and snorkel gear
• English speaking naturalist guide
• All taxes
• Return transfers
• Inter-island transportation

Not Included:

• Entrance Fee ($100 per person) Transit Control Card ($20 per person)

This is a guide price only, based on travel in low season.

Prices will vary according to availability of airfares on the dates of travel and seasonal hotel and airfare surcharges.

Please ask us for any current special offers.