Highlands Bamboo Cabin - San Cristobal - Galapagos

David V.

On Flatio since May 2026

The cabin is located in the highlands of San Cristóbal, Galápagos Islands — a peaceful, off-grid space built primarily from bamboo and wood, set on top of a cliff with open ocean views and spectacular sunsets.

**Getting here:** There are no buses to the cabin. You will need a taxi from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (the main town), which is approximately 15 minutes by car. There are taxi companies that can pick you up when needed. The nearest village is El Progreso, a small community about 40 minutes on foot.

**Electricity:** Powered entirely by solar panels. The system generates enough energy for 2 device chargers, lighting, internet (Starlink), and a small fridge. Heavy appliances are not supported. Guests are asked to be mindful of energy use, particularly on cloudy days.

**Water:** Collected rainwater stored in tanks, which feeds the cabin by gravity. Water pressure is gentle by design — please be patient with flow. We ask guests to use water responsibly and conservatively — this is part of living off-grid. Tap water is not drinkable or suitable for cooking in Galápagos. We use a refillable jug system — 20-litre returnable water jugs called bidón de agua (also known as 5-gallon bottles). We provide 3 full jugs upon arrival. When they run out, simply take the empty jugs to any local shop and exchange them for full ones.

**Bathroom:** The bathroom is ensuite. The shower is outdoors, built from natural rock, and uses cold water — a genuinely beautiful experience in the right mindset. There is no hot water. There is also an outdoor compost toilet on the property.

**Internet:** Starlink satellite connection is available at the cabin.

**Nature & Wildlife:** The cabin is surrounded by dense trees and vegetation, including lemon, banana, mango, orange, and mandarin trees growing around the property. Expect birds throughout the day — including owls at night. There are insects and spiders as part of the natural environment. Guests who are sensitive to this should take it into account before booking.

**Important — Manzanillo tree:** The property and surrounding area of the islands has a tree called manzanillo. It produces small green fruits that are poisonous and should never be eaten. If you find small green fruits around the cabin or on the ground, do not touch or consume them. This is common across the Galápagos and good to be aware of.

**Important:** This is a remote, off-grid stay. It suits guests who are comfortable with nature, simplicity, and some degree of self-sufficiency. It is not suited for guests expecting hotel-level amenities.

Reservations should be made in advance. No resident permit is required for tourists visiting Galápagos — a standard tourist visa and the Galápagos Transit Control Card (TCT) are sufficient, which guests arrange independently upon arrival.