Galápagos Islands Adventure
Explore the flora, fauna & spectacular scenery of two biodiverse Galápagos Islands: Santa Cruz & Isabela, with an extra night on Isabela! Optional extension to Quito
| Style | Small Group Tour Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | July 2025 – December 2026 | Group Size | 15 travelers max |
| Themes | Active, Bucket List, Nature & Wildlife | ||
| Activity Level | |||
| What to Expect | This fast-paced, fully escorted tour involves a significant amount of walking or hiking, often on uneven terrain, reaches high altitude, and includes speed boat transfers between Santa Cruz Island and Isabela Island, over open seas, that could be quite rough. To fully enjoy the trip requires a high level of physical fitness.Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
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The Galápagos Islands are among Ecuador's jewels. More than 600 miles offshore in the Pacific, these islands are home to fascinating birds and animals such as marine iguanas, giant tortoises, blue-footed boobies, pelicans, and more! Follow in the intrepid footsteps of Charles Darwin on an active adventure and discover the unique wildlife that inspired his theory of evolution. Stay on Santa Cruz and Isabela Islands, traveling from island to island via speedboat rides for an incredible Galápagos experience, which includes flights, first-class hotels, and most meals, as well as a fast-paced program of hiking, exploration, and observation of the islands' delicate ecosystems.
So lace up your boots, strap on your daypacks, and don't wait a moment longer to book this incredible adventure.
Package includes
- Flights
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round-trip flights from Miami (MIA) or Fort Lauderdale (FLL) including taxes & fees
- All transfers, ground transportation & Galápagos flights
- Transportation between islands in shared charter speedboat
- Superior class accommodations in Quito and in the Galápagos
- 10 Meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 3 dinners
- Comprehensive sightseeing tours with a naturalist guide on the islands
- Snorkeling gear
- Galapagos National Park Fee, Transit Control Card, & Isabela Port Fee
Optional add-ons
- Flights from other cities are available. Request pricing when making your reservation.
- Optional Quito Extension
Why you'll love it
- Discover Los Gemelos, two collapsed lava chambers teeming with great biodiversity.
- Mingle with giant Galápagos tortoises at a 600-acre private reserve.
- Explore Tortuga Bay with a small hike to the famous prickly-pear cactus forest where you will see an abundance of wildlife, such as Darwin Finches, Lava Lizards and more!
- Kayak at Punta Estrada and see the iconic blue-footed boobies.
- Look for whales, dolphins, and manta rays as you set off for Puerto Villamil on Isabela Island via charter speedboat.
- Snorkel alongside sea lions, sea turtles, penguins and more in the islands’ warm, shallow waters.
- Observe the fascinating marine life in the crystal-clear waters of Concha de Perla.
Itinerary at a Glance
Dates & Prices
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 Depart USA/Arrive Quito, Ecuador
- Depart the USA on your flight bound for Quito, Ecuador
- Upon arrival in Quito this evening, meet our representative and transfer by hotel shuttle service to your hotel for check-in
Wyndham Quito Airport or similar
Day 2 Quito, Baltra Island & Santa Cruz Island
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Baltra Island
- Take a short ferry ride to Santa Cruz Island
- Enjoy a welcome lunch with fellow travelers
- Discover Los Gemelos lava chambers
- Explore a 600-acre private giant tortoise reserve
- Continue to Puerto Ayora for check-in and a welcome drink
Hotel Solymar or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 3 Tortuga Bay & Isabela Island
- Set out on a tour of beautiful Tortuga Bay
- See exotic native species on a walk through a cactus forest
- After a chance to swim, kayak in Tortuga Bay
- Return to Puerto Ayora via boat
- Enjoy lunch on your own
- Board a 2 hour speedboat to Isabela Island
- Enjoy a short exploration of Puerto Villamil
Iguana Crossing or similarBreakfast
Day 4 Isabela Island
- Visit Concha de Perla
- Swim and snorkel with tropical fish
- Walk to Flamingo Lagoon
Iguana Crossing or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 5 Isabela Island & Santa Cruz Island
- Explore a small group of islands called Las Tintoreras
- Take a walk through a lava field that is home to a colony of marine iguanas
- Board a 2-hour speedboat and return to Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island
Hotel Solymar or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 6 Santa Cruz Island
- Enjoy an unforgettable shared boat tour of Santa Cruz Island
- Snorkel near the small islet of La Lobería
- Observe wildlife up close at Dog Beach and Tintoreras
- Snorkel and swim at Las Grietas
- Enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant
Hotel Solymar or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 7 Santa Cruz Island & Quito
- Transfer to the Baltra airport for your flight back to Quito
- Transfer to your hotel
Wyndham Quito Airport or similarBreakfast
Day 8 Depart Quito/Arrive USA
- Transfer to the airport in the morning for your return flight to the USA
- Or, take advantage of your already included airfare and extend your stay in Quito!
Breakfast
Important Notes
- Due to the fragile ecosystem on the islands, there are very few roads accessible by motorized vehicles. Some venues within the islands may be accessed by foot only. When touring the islands, you may expect considerable amount of walking, often on uneven terrain. If you are prone to motion sickness, we highly recommend that you bring medication to counter the effects of motion sickness. We strongly recommend that you consult with your physician regarding any concerns.
- The hotels on this tour are among the finest properties available on the Galapagos, These are small, intimate and unique hotels, with all the necessary amenities, but accommodations are more basic than lavish, as the delicate island ecosystems cannot support large luxury hotels.
Quito Optional Extension
Why not take advantage of your already-included international airfare to extend your stay in Quito! Passengers taking the post-tour extension will arrive in the U.S. 2 days later than the dates listed.
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Day 7 Arrive Quito
- Upon arrival in Quito this evening, transfer to your hotel for check-in
Swissotel Quito or similarBreakfast
Day 8 Quito
- Enjoy a city tour of Quito
- Visit the Equatorial Monument, the "Middle of the World"
- Ride on the gondola up 13,285 feet for a breathtaking experience
Swissotel Quito or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 9 Quito & Otavalo
- Visit the Peguche Waterfall
- Explore the Otavalo Market
Wyndham Quito Airport or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 10 Depart Quito/Arrive USA
- Transfer to the airport for your early morning flight home
Breakfast
Hotels
In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Depart from another city? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at the time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
- What's the fine print?Review the terms & conditions for this package.
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