Travel Guide of Santa Cruz Island in Ecuador by Influencers and Travelers

Santa Cruz Island is one of the Galápagos Islands with an area of 986 km² and a maximum altitude of 864 metres. Situated in the center of the archipelago, Santa Cruz is the second largest island after Isabela.

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The Best Things to Do and Visit around Santa Cruz Island

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1 - Galapagos Islands

The Galápagos Islands, part of the Republic of Ecuador, are an archipelago of volcanic islands distributed on either side of the equator in the Pacific Ocean surrounding the centre of the Western Hemisphere.

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2 - North Seymour Island

   27 km away

North Seymour is a small island near Baltra Island in the Galápagos Islands. It was formed by uplift of a submarine lava formation. The whole island is covered with low, bushy vegetation. The island is named after an English nobleman, Lord Hugh Seymour. North Seymour Island has an area of 1.9 square kilometres and a maximum altitude of 28 metres. This island is home to a large population of blue-footed boobies and swallow-tailed gulls.

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3 - Snorkeling | Puerto Ayora

   12 km away

Experience an unforgettable day tour of Pinzón Island, featuring 2 snorkeling adventures, beach relaxation, and the rare opportunity to observe the iconic Blue-footed Booby in its natural habitat.

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4 - Bartolomé Island

   46 km away

Bartolomé Island is a volcanic islet in the Galápagos Islands group, just off the east coast of Santiago Island. It is one of the "younger" islands in the Galápagos archipelago.

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5 - Birdwatching | Santa Cruz, Ecuador

   12 km away

The island with the largest number of endemic birds in Galápagos. Perfect for nature & exploration lovers. Easy to access, low difficulty activities, ideal for families, children & senior citizens.

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