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Galapagos Safari Camp
Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos, Ecuador · Independent · High Luxury
A pioneer of land-based exploration in the archipelago, this luxury tented camp offers an intimate connection to nature in the Santa Cruz highlands where giant tortoises roam freely. It blends the classic safari aesthetic with deep conservation roots, providing panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and a low-impact immersion into the island's unique ecology.
- 10 rooms
- Opened 2007
- Neighborhood: Santa Rosa
About Galapagos Safari Camp
- The property was inspired by the African safari model to provide a sustainable, land-based alternative to Galapagos cruises, featuring a central lodge and stilted canvas tents designed to minimize environmental impact.
History
Founded in 2003 by Michael Mesdag and Stephanie Bonham-Carter, the camp was established on a 55-hectare former cattle farm that has since been restored with native forest. The property was inspired by the African safari model to provide a sustainable, land-based alternative to Galapagos cruises, featuring a central lodge and stilted canvas tents designed to minimize environmental impact. Today, it serves as a conservation-led retreat where giant tortoises frequently roam the grounds alongside endemic bird species.
The setting
21 km from Puerto Ayora village.
Experiences
- Galapagos Safaris — Tailor-made all-inclusive safaris: private excursions on Santa Cruz plus boat trips to uninhabited islands with expert naturalist guides.
- Safari extensions to mainland Ecuador — Arranged extensions to the Andes, the Amazon, the Cloud Forest, Quito and Guayaquil.
- Kids Club — A kids club offered at the Camp for family travellers.
Amenities
- Solar-heated infinity pool
- Farm-to-table restaurant with organic on-site produce
- Viewpoint Terrace for yoga and sunset cocktails
- Seasonal Kids Club for families
- Complimentary WiFi throughout the camp
- En-suite bathrooms with solar-heated hot water
- All-inclusive
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