Discover the rich marine life, abundant bird colonies and natural landscapes of the Galapagos Islands on this action-packed 10-day adventure cruise. Board your comfortable motor yacht and set off in search of adventure and wildlife with your on-hand naturalist guide. Hike over pahoehoe lava on Bahia Sullivan, snorkel off the coast of Isla Espanola and discover the archipelago’s history on Isla San Cristobal. See pink flamingos, Galapagos sharks, fur seals, iguanas, varied birdlife and so much more, all alongside some vistas totally unique to this part of the world!
Wildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
12-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Isla Santa Cruz, Floreana
Quito, Isla Santa Cruz, Floreana Island, Espanola Island, San Cristobal Island, Santa Fe Island, Isla Genovesa, Rábida Island
With almost 1000 kilometres of water lying between them and the South American mainland, the islands of the Galapagos were able to evolve largely undisturbed by humanity. Discover the rugged landscape of this wild place with a week-long adventure cruise, all with a local naturalist guide by your side to show you the way. Encounter sea lions, hike over hardened lava, spot diverse marine life with snorkelling opportunities and cool off in the aquamarine waters. With time to explore both on land and underwater, your adventure will show you some of the best of the northern islands – don't forget to watch the sunset from your motor yacht every night, too!
Wildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
12-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, San Cristobal Island, San
Quito, San Cristobal Island, Santa Fe Island, Isla Genovesa, Isla Santiago, Isla Santa Cruz
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For a traveler on a budget this is ideal. A week in the Ecuadoran highlands, exploring volcanoes, cloud forest and local communities followed by a week in The Galápagos.
Our land based island tour gave us freedom of movement within the itinerary, allowed for personal exploration, choices of restaurants and shopping opportunities. We met giant tortoises, some wandering freely, others in breeding centres. We walked to the top of the caldera of the Sierra Negra volcano on Isabella. There were snorkelling trips with colourful fishes and a walk round North Seymour Island where frigate birds were displaying and baby boobies were fledging. Yellow land iguanas, black sea iguanas and SallyLightfoot crabs were plentiful too.
Back on the main islands, sea lions were snoozing on the pavements by the harbour, pelicans and lava herons were catching tidbits from the local fishermen cleaning their catch.
It was wonderful!
We saw all the wildlife on the Galapagos list for October, except the flightless cormorant. If you are a specialist looking for differences between species on different islands, then cruising may be better. However for the non- biologists this trip ticked all the boxes. It was 😊 GREAT👍
Active and outdoorWildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Guayaquil, Sierra Negra
Quito, Guayaquil, Sierra Negra, Isla Santa Cruz, Santa Fe Island, Tortuga Bay, Otavalo, Laguna Cuicocha, Mindo, Cotopaxi National Park, Galapagos Islands, Puerto Villamil
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Embark on an unforgettable budget-friendly Galapagos Island diving adventure! Explore breathtaking underwater ecosystems teeming with diverse marine life, including sea lions, turtles, and colorful fish. Enjoy immersive island hopping experiences, snorkeling excursions, and guided tours led by expert naturalists. Discover the pristine beauty of famous islands like Santa Cruz and Isabela while reveling in their unique flora and fauna. Perfect for diving enthusiasts and nature lovers, this trip promises an unparalleled journey into the heart of the Galapagos archipelago.
AdventureWildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
This small-group tour of Quito and the Galapagos is the perfect trip for first-time visitors to Ecuador! Begin your journey in Quito, the famous capital surrounded by the breathtaking mountains of the Andes. From there, you will travel to Santa Cruz, one of the most beautiful islands in the Galapagos. Search for local wildlife as you learn about the rich diversity and lifestyle of the islands. See the Giant Tortoises, which this island is particularly famous for, and discover open waters with many species of exotic birds. You will truly capture the beauty and essence of the Galapagos with one of our best Ecuador vacation packages.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Galapagos Islands, Santa
Quito, Galapagos Islands, Santa Cruz, Isla Baltra, Isla Santa Cruz
This was one of my favorite trips. The itinerary was good, our tour guide was excellent and the small group tours allow for more flexibility more time at locations when everyone agreed to make small changes. Their prices are also very reasonable even as a single traveler.
Beach
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Santa Cruz, Amazon Ecuado
Quito, Santa Cruz, Amazon Ecuador, Isla Santa Cruz, Isabela Island, Otavalo, Papallacta, Amazon Jungle Lodge, Banos, Guayaquil
Experience the serenity of the Galapagos Islands as you drift across the Pacific Ocean on this 10-day adventure cruise through the central eastern islands. Retrace the voyage of Charles Darwin by sea, admiring the sandy beaches of Espumilla contrasted with the jagged rock formations and volcanic craters of Isla Santiago. Look out at the ocean, land and sky, spotting blue-footed boobies, sea turtles and sea lions in their natural habitat. Go hiking and snorkelling each day and learn about the geology of these lands from your handy naturalist guide, all the while spotting some pretty incredible and varied wildlife.
Sailing, yachting and motor boating
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
12-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, San Cristobal Island, Isl
Quito, San Cristobal Island, Isla Santiago, Puerto Egas, Isla Santa Cruz, North Seymour Island, Black Turtle Cove, Sombrero Chino
This 5-day Galapagos Islands tour allows you to explore the Islands just like Charles Darwin!
Swim alongside colorful fishes, sea urchins, and starfish while snorkeling. You might even spot some sharks! The volcanic islands are also home to Giant Tortoises. See these fantastic reptiles, as well as other creatures, including blue-footed boobies, Galapagos sea lions, albatrosses, marine iguanas, and frigate birds in their natural habitat. You will have the full assistance of a naturalist guide.
There are so many breathtaking sights in this natural paradise. Galapagos awaits, so let’s go island hopping!
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-80 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Galapagos Islands, Santa Cruz, I
Galapagos Islands, Santa Cruz, Isla Santa Cruz, Tintoreras, Baltra Island
Experience the highlights of the famed Galapagos Islands with this 6-day program!
Swim alongside colorful fishes, sea urchins, and starfish while snorkeling; you might even spot some sharks! See the fantastic giant tortoises, which are endemic to the volcanic islands, as well as other creatures, including blue-footed boobies, Galapagos sea lions, penguins, marine iguanas, and frigate birds in their natural habitat. The highlight of this program is a trip to Isabela, Santa Cruz, and an uninhabited island.
The trip includes full assistance from our naturalist guide, full transportation, accommodation, and even some meals.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-80 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Galapagos Islands, Isla Santa Cr
Galapagos Islands, Isla Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, Tintoreras, Isabela Island, Baltra Island
Calling all wildlife lovers! On this immersive 17-day adventure cruise, you’ll be introduced to the endemic wildlife, beautiful landscapes and underwater treasures of the Galapagos Islands. Explore both the traveller’s favourites and the quieter 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.
Sailing, yachting and motor boating
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
12-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Bartolome Island, Isla Sa
Quito, Bartolome Island, Isla Santiago, Isla Fernandina, Isla Isabela, Isla Santa Cruz, Puerto Ayora, Floreana Island, Espanola Island, San Cristobal Island, Santa Fe Island, Isla Genovesa, Rábida Island
Set sail on a 10-day adventure cruise around the central and southern islands of the Galapagos, observing the unique wildlife of these remote Pacific islands. Be charmed by the native bird species and underwater ecosystems of colourful marine life. Hike across lava flows, sail through mangroves and snorkel in natural aquariums abundant with fish, sea lions and turtles. This sail features some of the Galapagos’ most naturally beautiful islands, so sit back and relax, because it’s all smooth sailing from here!
Sailing, yachting and motor boating
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
12-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Isla Santa Cruz, Isla Mos
Quito, Isla Santa Cruz, Isla Mosquera, Black Turtle Cove, Sombrero Chino, Punta Carrion, Las Tintoreas, Punta Cormorant