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Santa Cruz is the second largest island in the Galapagos archipelago and its main economic and tourist center. Its capital, Puerto Ayora, is the most populated city of the islands and has a vibrant offer of restaurants, hotels and excursion agencies. Unlike other more arid islands, Santa Cruz has a wide variety of microclimates ranging from dry coastal areas to green, humid highlands. It is the place par excellence to observe the famous giant tortoises in their natural habitat, explore underground lava tunnels and enjoy white coral sand beaches. Its central location makes it the perfect base for daily sailing tours to other uninhabited islands in the national park.

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Santa Cruz is the second largest island in the Galapagos archipelago and its main economic and tourist center. Its capital, Puerto Ayora, is the most populated city of the islands and has a vibrant offer of restaurants, hotels and excursion agencies. Unlike other more arid islands, Santa Cruz has a wide variety of microclimates ranging from dry coastal areas to green, humid highlands. It is the place par excellence to observe the famous giant tortoises in their natural habitat, explore underground lava tunnels and enjoy white coral sand beaches. Its central location makes it the perfect base for daily sailing tours to other uninhabited islands in the national park.

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Beaches and Coasts in Holy Cross

Best Beaches

Turtle Bay

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Famous for its extensive fine white sand that looks like talcum powder. It is divided into Playa Brava (strong currents, ideal for surfing and iguanas) and Playa Mansa (a quiet lagoon surrounded by mangroves).

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Germans Beach

A charming small beach with calm waters located near Puerto Ayora, ideal for a quick swim and snorkeling.

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The Garrapatero

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A beautiful virgin beach about 20 km from Puerto Ayora. It has a coastal lagoon behind the beach where you can often spot pink flamingos.

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Ratings

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Family-friendly

90

Excellent. Seeing animals so closely and without fear of humans is an unparalleled educational and exciting experience for children and adults.

Excellent. Seeing animals so closely and without fear of humans is an unparalleled educational and exciting experience for children and adults.

Safety

95

It is an extremely safe place. Crime rates are extremely low and you can walk through Puerto Ayora at night with complete peace of mind.

It is an extremely safe place. Crime rates are extremely low and you can walk through Puerto Ayora at night with complete peace of mind.

Cleanliness

92

Both the town and the protected areas are kept very clean thanks to the community's environmental awareness and the park's strict laws.

Both the town and the protected areas are kept very clean thanks to the community's environmental awareness and the park's strict laws.
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