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Galapagos Adventure

Puerto Ayora, Ecuador

Galapagos Adventure

Galapagos Adventure

Puerto Ayora, Ecuador

Galapagos Adventure

Galapagos Adventure

Puerto Ayora, Ecuador

Galapagos Adventure

Galapagos Adventure

Puerto Ayora, Ecuador

Galapagos Adventure

Puerto Ayora, Galapagos, Ecuador View on Google Maps

Includes Transport
Food Included
Guide
Hiking
Snorkeling
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Tour Overview

The Galápagos Islands are home to a unique ecosystem that has remained virtually unchanged for thousands of years. Known as the cradle of evolution, they are inhabited by iconic species such as Darwin's finches, marine iguanas, and flightless cormorants, among many others. Traveling to this paradise is an opportunity to observe wildlife in its purest form. In the highlands of Santa Cruz, giant tortoises welcome us as the true owners of the place. Amidst the mist and vegetation, these ancient reptiles coexist with the local inhabitants as friendly neighbors. Further on, the journey opens up to the horizon of the Pacific Ocean, where flocks of seabirds struggle to survive. Some fish with precision, while others manage to steal food in an energetic natural spectacle. During the voyage, wildlife is presented in all its splendor. Upon returning to the mainland, Puerto Ayora offers a peaceful respite: walk through its streets, enjoy its relaxed atmosphere, and prepare for the next adventure. The route continues to Isabela, the largest island in the archipelago. With a small and welcoming population, it combines white sand beaches, unique marine fauna, and landscapes that invite you to stop time. Here, there never seems to be enough time to discover everything. The experience is completed at sea: swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, or simply letting yourself be surprised underwater. Even the sharks remind you that respect is part of the journey. The Galápagos Adventure is an experience that combines excitement, nature, and discovery at every moment.

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Places You Will See

Galapagos
Galapagos
Isabela
Isabela
Puerto Ayora
Puerto Ayora
Highlands & Charles Darwin Research Station
Highlands & Charles Darwin Research Station
Uninhabited Island
Uninhabited Island
Sierra Negra Volcano
Sierra Negra Volcano
Santa Cruz Island
Santa Cruz Island
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Highlights

  • Highlands & Charles Darwin Research Station – Giant tortoises, science, conservation, nature, trails, education, Galapagos, biodiversity.
  • Sierra Negra Volcano – Hiking, crater, panoramic views, lava fields, nature, adventure, landscapes, biodiversity.
  • Full Day Uninhabited Island – Adventure, snorkeling, marine life, exclusivity, nature, exploration, scenery, tranquility.
  • Tortoises Breeding Center – Giant tortoises, conservation, education, wildlife, nature, research, Galapagos, preservation.
  • Responsible Travel - Support conservation and sustainable initiatives in Ecuador.

What's Included

Included

  • Hotel accommodations for 7 nights, double occupancy
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary (see day descriptions for specifics)
  • Scheduled excursions as per the itinerary
  • Certified guide, bilingual in Spanish and English
  • Surface transportation in the Galápagos Islands for the scheduled activities as per the itinerary
  • A roundtrip ticket for the speedboat between Santa Cruz and Isabela
  • Ferry tickets for Canal Itabaca to/from the airport
  • Bus tickets between Canal Itabaca and Baltra Airport
  • Transportation to/from and assistance at the airport
  • Snorkeling equipment (mask, breathing tube, fins) on the excursions
  • Assistance throughout all scheduled activities as specified in the day descriptions of the itinerary

Excluded

  • International flights.
  • Flights Mainland – Galápagos – Mainland
  • Galápagos National Park entrance fee (USD 200 per person)
  • Galápagos Migration Card TCT (US $20 per person)
  • (Travel) insurance
  • Personal expenses such as gratuities
  • Wetsuit (can be rented on site)
  • Meals, drinks and / or activities not mentioned

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Quito or Guayaquil

Day 2: Flight to The Galapagos Islands. Santa Cruz Highlands and Charles Darwin Research Station

Day 3: Day Tour to an Uninhabited Island (North Seymour, Plaza Sur or Bartolomé)

Day 4: Speed Boat to Isabela Island. Visit to Tintoreras Islet

Day 5: Excursion to Sierra Negra Volcano (Shared Services)

Day 6: Visit to Breeding Center and Wetlands. Speed Boat back to Santa Cruz Island

Day 7: Transfer to Baltra Airport and Flight back to Quito or Guayaquil

Day 8: Transfer Out