HIGHLAND
HOUR: 2:00 pm TO 5:00 pm.
The Tour
The Highlands tour of Santa Cruz is a perfect experience to connect with nature and explore the island’s unique inland landscapes. Throughout the journey, you’ll visit iconic sites such as lava tunnels, the Twin Craters, and local ranches where you can observe giant tortoises in their natural habitat. The tour also offers opportunities to spot endemic birds in a lush, green environment with a cooler climate.
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ITINERARY
- The tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Puerto Ayora, heading toward the island’s highlands.
- The first stop is at a traditional ranch where giant tortoises roam freely in their natural environment.
- Along the trails, you can also observe native birds and enjoy the surrounding vegetation.
- Next, you’ll explore the lava tunnels, fascinating underground formations created by ancient volcanic flows.
- The tour continues with a visit to the Twin Craters, large sinkholes formed by collapsed lava chambers.
- Short walks around this area reveal a unique Scalesia forest and frequent sightings of Darwin’s finches.
- The experience ends with the return to your hotel in Puerto Ayora.
RECOMMENDATION
Although most things are included in our tours, we would like to give you some advice on what to bring to your Highlands tour.
- Sun protection (sun cream and cap or hat)
- Lightweight or waterproof jacket
- Light hiking boots / sports shoes
- Refillable water bottle
- Binoculars (optional)
include
Transfer in and out of your hotel, lunch, bilingual guide, water, entrance to the ranch.
