It’s easy to hope on a ferry from Santa Cruz to other major islands in the Galápagos, like San Cristóbal and Isabela. Just like any boat tour in the Galápagos, this transfer offers incredible wildlife watching opportunities along the way.

You have your choice of either a morning or an afternoon trip. Both of these routes take around 2 to 2.5 hours, depending on factors like weather and boating conditions. All of the public ferries follow the following time schedule.

Santa Cruz to San Cristóbal:

Departures at 7 AM and 2 PM

Santa Cruz to Isabela:

Departures at 7 AM and 2 PM

Wind breaker, sunglasses, sunscreen, a camera, and anything else you need for your next tour.

Public inter-island transportation and a professional captain.