Ecuador: Galápagos and Amazon – The Two Jewels
Quito, Santa Cruz, Isabela, Cuyabeno, Ecuador
Ecuador: Galápagos and Amazon – The Two Jewels
Quito, Santa Cruz, Isabela, Cuyabeno, Ecuador
Ecuador: Galápagos and Amazon – The Two Jewels
Quito, Santa Cruz, Isabela, Cuyabeno, Ecuador
Ecuador: Galápagos and Amazon – The Two Jewels
Quito, Santa Cruz, Isabela, Cuyabeno, Ecuador
Ecuador: Galápagos and Amazon – The Two Jewels
Quito, Santa Cruz, Isabela, Cuyabeno, Pichincha, Galápagos, Sucumbíos, Ecuador View on Google Maps
Tour Overview
Ecuador, the country that divides the world into four cardinal directions, invites you on a unique 12-day expedition. This trip is a carefully curated combination that brings together the best of two of the planet's most fascinating ecosystems: the wonders of evolution on the Galápagos Islands and the overwhelming biodiversity of the Cuyabeno Reserve in the Amazon. You will experience close encounters with wildlife in volcanic landscapes and then immerse yourself in the mystical depths of the primary forest. From the relaxed atmosphere on Isabela and encounters with giant tortoises to canoeing with pink river dolphins in Cuyabeno, this is a journey that awakens the spirit of discovery and rewards you with unforgettable natural wonders.
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Places You Will See
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- ☆Observe the famous giant tortoises in their natural highland habitat on Santa Cruz.
- ☆Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station to experience firsthand the efforts being made to protect species.
- ☆Unforgettable snorkeling in the unique volcanic landscape of Los Túneles on Isabela.
- ☆Hike up the Sierra Negra volcano, whose enormous crater is one of the largest in the world.
- ☆An intense 4-day Amazon experience in the Cuyabeno Reserve, one of the most biologically diverse regions on Earth.
- ☆Canoe trips to observe monkeys, colorful birds, and the rare pink river dolphins.
- ☆Visit the indigenous Siona community to participate in traditional crafts (yucca bread).
- ☆Nighttime excursions in the rainforest to observe caimans, frogs, and insects.
What's Included
Included
- Private airport transfer on days 1, 2, 7, and 12
- Round-trip flight from Quito to the Galápagos Islands
- Private excursions with English-speaking guide on days 2, 3, 5, and 6
- Private transfers with Spanish-speaking driver on Galápagos, including public shuttle bus on Baltra (in group)
- Crossings with the public speedboat from Santa Cruz to Isabela on day 3 and back on day 6
- Meals according to program
- 4-day, 3-night Amazon tour on days 8, 9, 10, and 11
- Tourist bus round trip from Quito to the Cuyabeno Bridge on days 7 and 11
- Entrance fees and activities as per program
- 24/7 German-speaking support on site
Excluded
- International flights
- The Galapagos National Park entrance fee (200 USD per person)
- Galapagos migration card TCT (USD 20 per person)
- (Travel) insurance
- Possible increase in fees
- Wetsuits on boat trips in the Galápagos
- Personal expenses and tips
- Personal expenses, drinks, and meals not mentioned in the program.
- Tips for drivers and tour guides.
- Services not mentioned.