Now you don’t have to imagine that exotic utopia, you can see it for yourself! Our Shangri-La is the ideal atmosphere of peace and the feeling of being in your own private sanctuary, while allowing you to discover the Enchanted Islands of Galapagos at your own pace. We are located in a secluded area of Santa Cruz Island called Punta Estrada, an "auto-free" zone a short aqua taxi ride across Academ
y Bay from Puerto Ayora and only footsteps away from Playa de Los Alemanes. It is like your home away from home. Relax by the pool and relish the spectacular views from the terrace or the roof top deck. When you visit Shangri-La, and the Galapagos you will agree the Islands of Galapagos are the world’s best island destinations. On most cruises, Puerto Ayora is only a stop, it should be a destination. Santa Cruz Island location makes for a perfect vacation. While there you can enjoy a verity of activates, along with day trips to nearby islands. Shangri-La is the perfect place for friends, and family to appreciate all of the beauty The Galapagos Islands has to offer. Footsteps from Shangri-La is Playa las Alemanes ( German Beach ), and a about a 20 minute hike to Las Grietas. Las Grietas is a spectacular saltwater grotto with high lava walls that are popular for snorkeling. Being "land based" on Santa Cruz gives you many vacation options. You can visit North Seymour, Plaza, Santa Fe , Bartolome, and Floreana on day tours. There are also many other fabulous places to see on Santa Cruz Island on the day you choose not to tour.
