Pikaia Lodge

Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos Islands, Ecuador

A luxury lodge in the highlands of Santa Cruz Island, built around a private giant tortoise reserve.

Overview

Pikaia Lodge sits in the highlands of Santa Cruz Island, built around its own private reserve where Galápagos giant tortoises roam freely across the grounds.

Rooms & Table

The Rooms

Contemporary suites set within the highland reserve, each with views over the surrounding volcanic landscape.

Food & Service

A refined dining programme served with views over the lodge’s private tortoise reserve.

Activities

Daily excursions by private yacht to nearby islands, snorkelling, and walks through the lodge’s own giant tortoise reserve.

Wildlife & Photography

The Galápagos hold giant tortoise, marine iguana, Galápagos penguin and a wide range of species found nowhere else on Earth.

A Photographer's Note

The private tortoise reserve allows for close, unhurried giant tortoise photography directly on the lodge grounds.

Conservation & Impact

The lodge’s private reserve provides protected highland habitat for the Galápagos giant tortoise’s seasonal migration.

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