Absolute Galapagos (Grand Daphne)

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Booking Type Instant booking
duration 17 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 12-99 yrs
max group size 16
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-12084
Footprint Carbonneutral CO₂ emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
Operated in English

Starts Quito, Ecuador
Ends Quito, Ecuador

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With over two weeks spent on the archipelago, this trip takes a more leisurely pace. Spend more time on each island, soaking up the sun and the sea (lions).
Hike, snorkel, sleep, repeat – this isn’t your average cruise. Get active in the rugged and isolated Galapagos Islands.
Sea lions are like the dogs of the ocean: playful, goofy and curious. And while you can’t pat them, you’re bound to fall in love with these furry frolickers.
Pink flamingos, red-throated frigates and blue-footed boobies will have you craning your neck, snapping photos and contemplating a career in ornithology.
Towering cacti, rocky cliffs, red-sand beaches and more await you in this otherworldly archipelago.
By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Intrepid Foundation partner, The Galapagos Conservancy. Donations support their Women in Sustainable Entrepreneurship (WISE) program, providing capital for sustainability initiatives and empowering female entrepreneurs in the Galapagos. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.
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Start and end in Quito, the "Absolute Galapagos (Grand Daphne)" tour is a guided sailing, yachting and motor boating trip that takes 17 days. You will travel through Isla Isabela, Santa Fe Island, Rábida Island and 14 other destinations in Ecuador. "Absolute Galapagos (Grand Daphne)" is a small group tour which includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others.

Discover the endemic wildlife, bizarrely beautiful landscapes and underwater treasures of the Galapagos Islands on this immersive 17-day cruise. Explore both the traveller’s favourites and quiter parts of the archipelago, all with a passionate local naturalist on hand to guide you over pahoehoe lava and through marine iguana colonies. Snorkel in clear waters off the coast of Isla Espanola, paddle through a green turtle breeding grove on Isla Floreana, look out for mottled Galapagos hawks on Isla Fernandina, and wander between sea lions lounging on beaches with red, black and white sand.

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Day 1: Quito
Day 2: Isla Baltra - Santa Cruz Highlands
Day 3: Post Office Bay - Punta Cormorant - Devils Crown, Isla Floreana
Day 4: Punta Suarez - Bahia Gardner, Isla Espanola
Day 5: Kicker Rock - Cerro Brujo - Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Isla San Cristobal
Day 6: Isla Santa Fe - Isla Plaza Sur
Day 7: Bahia Darwin - Prince Philip's Steps, Isla Genovesa
Day 8: Bahia Sullivan, Isla Santiago - Cerro Dragon, Isla Santa Cruz
Day 9: Black Turtle Cove - Las Bachas, Isla Santa Cruz
Day 10: Isla Rabida - Punta Albemarle, Isla Isabela
Day 11: Tagus Cove - Bahia Urbina, Isla Isabela
Day 12: Punta Espinosa, Isla Fernandina - Punta Vicente Roca, Isla Isabela
Day 13: Puerto Egas - Caleta Bucanero, Isla Santiago
Day 14: Isla Bartolome - Isla Sombrero Chino
Day 15: Isla North Seymour - Charles Darwin Research Station, Isla Santa Cruz
Day 16: Puerto Ayora - Santa Cruz Highlands, Isla Baltra - Quito
Day 17: Quito

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nights), Overnight boat (14 nights)

Meals

16 Breakfasts, 14 Lunches, 15 Dinners

Transport

Boat , Plane , Bus , Zodiac (Panga)

Guide

An expert tour leader

Included Activities

Isla Santa Cruz - Highlands Visit (1.5 hours) - Dry Landing
Isla Floreana - Post Office Bay - Walk (1.5 hours) - Wet Landing
Isla Floreana - Post Office Bay snorkelling (45 mins)
Isla Floreana - Punta Cormorant walk (1.5 hours) - Wet Landing
Isla Floreana - Devil's Crown snorkelling (1 hour)
Isla Espanola - Punta Suarez - Walk (3 hours) - Dry Landing
Isla Espanola - Bahia Gardener - Snorkel (1 hour)
Isla Espanola - Bahia Gardener - Walk (1 hours) - Wet Landing
Isla San Cristobal - Interpretation Center Visit (1 hour) - Dry Landing
Isla San Cristobal - Cerro Brujo - snorkel or beach walk (1 hour)
Isla San Cristobal - Kicker Rock - Boat ride
Isla Plaza Sur - Walk (2 hours) - Dry Landing
Isla Santa Fe - Walk (1.5 hours) - Wet Landing
Isla Santa Fe - Snorkel (1 hour)
Isla Genovesa - Bahia Darwin - Panga ride (zodiac)
Isla Genovesa - Bahia Darwin - Walk (2 hours) Wet Landing
Isla Genovesa - La Barranco - Snorkel (1 hour)
Isla Santiago - Sullivan Bay - Walk (1.5 hours) - Dry Landing
Isla Santiago - Sullivan Bay - Snorkelling (45 mins)
Isla Santa Cruz - Cerro Dragon - Walk (1.5 hours) - Dry Landing
Isla Santa Cruz - Bachas Beach Walk (1 hour) - Wet Landing
Isla Santa Cruz - Bachas Beach Snorkel (45 mins) - Wet Landing
Isla Rabida - Walk and Snorkel from the beach (2 hours) - Wet Landing
Isla Isabela - Punta Albermarle - Snorkelling (1 hour)- Dry Landing
Isla Isabela - Tagus Cove - Walk (1.45 hours) - Dry Landing
Isla Isabela - Tagus Cove - Snorkel (1 hour)
Isla Isabela - Urbina Bay - Snorkel (1 hour)
Isla Isabela - Urbina Bay - Walk (1.5 hours) - Wet Landing
Isla Fernandina - Punta Espinosa - Snorkel (1 hour)
Isla Fernandina - Punta Espinosa - Walk (2 hours) - Dry Landing
Isla Fernandina - Punta Vicente Roca Snorkelling (1 hour) Dry Landing
Isla Fernandina - Punta Vicente Roca - Panga Ray boat tour (30 mins)
Isla Santiago - Puerto Egas - Walk (1.45 hours) - Wet Landing
Isla Santiago - Puerto Egas - Snorkelling (1 hour)
Isla Santiago - Caleta Buccanero - Panga boat tour (1 hour)
Isla Santiago - Caleta Buccanero - Snorkelling (1 hour)
Isla Bartolome - Walk (1.5 hours) - Dry Landing
Isla Bartolome - Snorkelling (1.5 hours)
Isla Sombrero Chino - Snorkelling (1.5 hours) Wet Landing
Isla Sombrero chino - Walk (1.5 hours) Wet Landing
Isla North Seymour - Snorkelling (1 hours)
Isla North Seymour - Walk (2 hours) - Dry Landing
Isla Santa Cruz - Charles Darwin Research Station (1.5 hours) - Dry Landing
Isla Santa Cruz - Highlands Visit (1 hour) - Dry Landing

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Any international flights to/from Quito are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
Travel insurance is not included in this Absolute Galapagos (Grand Daphne) tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Absolute Galapagos (Grand Daphne) tour. You can cancel the tour up to 58 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 57 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 15 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 15 June 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 57 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Absolute Galapagos (Grand Daphne) tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Absolute Galapagos (Grand Daphne) tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

Is this trip right for you

This trip involves lots of active adventure and we ask that you read through the itinerary carefully to ensure that this trip is right for you. You’ll need to feel comfortable with the included activities and with moving about the boat. The cabins and communal areas of the boat are spread over three decks and the steps between the decks are steep.
For getting to small islets, coves and prime snorkelling spots, it is sometimes necessary to use a Zodiac boat (panga). You will need to be comfortable climbing in and out of one during wet and dry landings.
The waters of the Galapagos are generally calm and serene. However, there is always the possibility of choppy water at sea. Steady sea legs (and a sturdy stomach) will be needed when walking around the boat during bad weather. Rain or shine, your trusty crew will always be on hand to assist you.
Things are never set in stone when you’re travelling on island time. A sense of humour and flexibility will ensure you have a fun, relaxing trip through this beautiful part of the world no matter what happens. While the crew will do their best to follow the itinerary, variations may occur due to weather or under direction from local authorities.

COVID VACCINATION POLICY

Proof of vaccination against COVID-19 is no longer mandatory on departures after 1st January 2023. Nonetheless, all travellers are strongly advised to be vaccinated as a safety measure to protect themselves and others on the tour. This policy excludes all Polar trips and select adventure cruises, where testing and vaccination are required.

Also, proof of vaccination may still be required at specific entry points or by the airlines. Therefore, please make sure to check all the travel requirements carefully before travelling.

For Solo Travelers

This tour offers a twin share option where solo travellers will be paired with other similar travellers of the same gender in a room. If such twin share options are fully booked/unavailable for your chosen departure date you will be offered either a single room at an additional fee, if available, or a full refund.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene global standardised protocols have been adopted.
Hygiene and safety guidelines will be followed to ensure your well being is looked after during travels.

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