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Baltra is one of the most frequently visited islands because one of the Galapagos' two major airports that fly to the mainland is located on the island. Seymour Airport (GPS) receives flights from Quito and Guayaquil primarily in the mornings and early afternoons. Travelers may board their cruise directly from Baltra island, or, in the majority of cases, will take a short bus ride, then 5 minute ferry ride across the Itabaca Channel to Santa Cruz where you'll greet your bus or taxi to take you to the town of Puerto Ayora. Visitors tend to not spend much time on Baltra island, but there are some points of interest such as the ruins from an abandoned World War II USA military base and several beaches with loud, playful sealions. Contact one of our Galapagos specialists for help planning your ideal trip today!
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Exploring Galapagos

10 Days from $6,605
Spend 10 days exploring the legendary Galápagos Islands aboard a classic, 96-guest expedition ship, the Endeavour II. Actively experience the wildlife and wonders of the islands through kayaking, snorkeling, swimming, and hiking.
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Exploring Galapagos

10 Days from $6,818
Set sail on a 10-day cruise through the Galapagos Islands aboard the National Geographic Gemini and visit iconic islands like North Seymour, Isabela, and Fernandina. This expedition offers unique experiences, providing an exploration of the legendary Galapagos wildlife.
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Snorkel the crystal, warm waters of the Galapagos archipelago

North Central Islands

4 Days from $3,245
Enjoy an amazing 4-day cruise exploring the highlights of the North Central Islands of the Galapagos archipelago, including Santa Cruz, Santiago, Genovesa, and Rabida, aboard the Natural Paradise.
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Galapagos Escape

7 Days from $6,864
Discover the vibrant islands of the Galápagos through fascinating activities such as walking and trekking, kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. The National Geographic Islander II, an all-suite vessel, elevates the Galápagos experience with new levels of style and comfort. 
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Private Charter - North Central Islands Aboard Natural Paradise

4 Days from $49,450
Sail the North Central Islands of the Galapagos, including Santa Cruz, Santiago, Genovesa, and Rabida on this 4-day private cruise aboard Natural Paradise.
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Young Nazca Booby with hikers

Southern Islands

4 Days from $2,745
Explore Santa Cruz's highlands, Suarez Point, Gardner Bay's white-sand beaches, and Santa Fe Island's scenic trails during this 4-day Southern Galapagos cruise aboard the Galapagos Angel. Conclude your journey with a visit to the Black Turtle Cove, encountering wildlife and relaxation along the way.
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Northern Galapagos Catamaran Cruise

5 Days from $5,190
The Ocean Spray luxury catamaran takes you on a 5-day Galapagos Northern Islands cruise, exploring Genovesa, South Plaza, Mosquero, and Santiago. Light hiking, pristine snorkeling, and swimming with sea lions and penguins make this trip the perfect luxury Galapagos vacation package.
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Flamingo Lagoon

Eastern Islands

4 Days from $2,638
Embark on a 4-day cruise aboard Koln in the Northern Galapagos Islands. Explore diverse coves, observe wildlife, swim, snorkel, and kayak. Learn about conservation efforts. Visit Rabida and Dragon Hill, see unique species, and enjoy meals on the yacht. Conclude with a visit to Puerto Ayora and Twin Crater before departing.
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Visit Kicker Rock, popularly known as the Sleeping Lion (Leon Dormido)

Galapagos Multisport

8 Days from $3,991
This 8-day multisport adventure to the Galapagos Islands is packed with thrilling and unique experiences. Begin your action-packed trip with a trek on San Cristobal Island, and then continue with kayaking, snorkeling, and biking around the Galapagos, where wildlife awaits at every turn, trailside, and shoreline!
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Swimming sea turtle

Western Islands II

5 Days from $3,195
Join the Archipel I on this 5-day voyage cruising across the Western Galapagos Islands, home to giant Galapagos tortoises, manta rays, penguins, whale-sharks, sea lions, and more. Walk along unique white sand beaches, encounter an extraordinary variety of wildlife, and admire amazing volcanic formations.
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10 Deals on Trips Visiting Baltra Island for 2025-2026

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Islands Circumnavigation - West $8,290 8 Jun 28, 2025 Circumnavigate the Western Islands of the Galapagos aboard the Ocean Spray. Spend time viewing wildlife, birds and volcanoes on this 8-day adventure.
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Islands Circumnavigation - East $8,290 8 Jul 05, 2025 Witness Kicker Rock, Pitt Point and Post Office Bay aboard the Ocean Spray. This 8-day cruise allows you to circumnavigate the East Galapagos Islands.
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Western Islands $6,190 6 Jun 14, 2025 Experience Galapagos penguins, Elizabeth Bay and more on a cruise through the Western Islands. Enjoy hiking, snorkeling and dinghy rides on this 6-day Galapagos tour.
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Luxurious Southern Galapagos Cruise $6,190 6 Jun 19, 2025 On this 6-day luxury Galapagos cruise aboard one of the best yachts in Galapagos, the Ocean Spray catamaran, you'll see giant Galapagos tortoises, playful sea lion colonies, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, and if traveling the right time of year, waved albatrosses on Espanola Island.
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Central Islands I $2,137 4 Jun 17, 2025 Diving in the magic waters of Galapagos in a cruise aboard 4 days in Golondrina Yacht. Explore the islands and enjoy the different activities like snorkeling, swim and sail around unique landscapes.
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Central and Western Islands $2,670 5 Jun 13, 2025 Sail along Galapagos islands on Fragata yacht, and discover in 5 days the magic of this heavenly place, visit Isbela, Fernandina, Santiago and Santa Cruz.
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North and South Islands $4,272 8 Jun 20, 2025 Fragarta cruise leads to you around Galapagos Islands in 8 days, visit the last home of lonesome George in Santa Cruz, discover different landscape and volcanic land and enjoy the sighting of animals typical of the islands.
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Western Islands $4,272 8 Jun 13, 2025 Explore in 5 days Galapagos Islands and navigate on Fragata yacht around Santa Cruz, Isabela and Rabida islands
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Central Islands II $2,670 5 Jun 16, 2025 Discover the stunning landscape of Galapagos aboard Fragata yacht in 5 days, where you enjoy in a panga ride on Black Turtle, snorkeling at red beach on Rabida, learns about history in wall of tears and observe a unique wildlife in Santa Cruz.
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Exploring Galapagos, Machu Picchu and Peru's Land of the Inca $12,643 16 Jun 13, 2025 Link your 9-day small ship-based Galapagos adventure aboard the National Geographic Endeavour II to a 7-day land-based exploration of the archaeological wonders of Machu Picchu and the cultural wonders of Inca Peru, historic and modern. Make the most of your travel time as your expedition team makes the transition effortless for you.
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Baltra Facts and Highlights

Visitors arriving to the Galapagos Islands will most likely fly into the Seymour Galapagos Ecological Airport, located in the island of Baltra, just off Santa Cruz. Even though it is an inhabited area, aside from the airport, it serves as the main gateway to the archipelago and also as an embarkation point for many of the Galapagos ships and cruises. Here are some interesting facts about this small, but important island.
  • Baltra Island, also known as South Seymour Island, is a small, flat island located near the center of the Galapagos archipelago.
  • Despite being relatively barren and uninhabited, Baltra is an important hub for tourism and scientific research in the Galapagos.
  • Visitors to Baltra Island typically arrive at its airport, which was built by the United States military during World War II and now serves as the main gateway to the Galapagos.
  • The proximity of Baltra to the island of Santa Cruz, just one short ferry and bus ride away, allows visitors to explore its most relevant sites, such as the Charles Darwin Research Station, home to a wide variety of Galapagos wildlife, including giant tortoises, iguanas, and various bird species.
  • Explore the town of Puerto Ayora, Tortuga Beach, and Bachas Beach in Santa Cruz. 

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