Complete Galápagos - Yolita

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17 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

8 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

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Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Quito, Ecuador

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Highlights

14 nights cruising in the Galápagos Islands aboard the Yolita.

Explore the lesser visited islands of Isabela and Genovesa to see massive bird colonies and impressive volcanoes.

Relax on the white-sand beaches.

Hike to the top of the Sierra Negra volcano the most recently active volcano in the Galápagos.

Go snorkelling with sea lions and search for turtles and rays

Itinerary

Set sail for discovery with the Complete Galápagos – Yolita tour, a 17-day voyage that unlocks the secrets of Ecuador’s most extraordinary islands. Perfect for experienced travelers seeking in-depth exploration, this sailing adventure covers Isla Santa Cruz, Kicker Rock, Urbina Bay, and more, with ample opportunities for wildlife observation.

Spot marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, and the famed giant tortoises as you cruise from one island to the next. Each stop reveals new lessons in evolution and natural history, guided by experts who illuminate the unique ecosystems of the Galápagos.

The unique selling point of this tour package is its extended itinerary, ensuring you experience the full diversity of the archipelago’s landscapes and species—making it a dream journey for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone curious about our planet’s living laboratory.

day 1Quito

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
There are no planned activities, so check into the hotel and enjoy the city. A G Adventures representative will greet you at the hotel and brief the group on the various aspects of the tour.

Accomodation

Hotel Hilton Colon (Deluxe) (or similar)

Transport

Included Activity

Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting with G Representative

Optional Activities

Teleférico Enjoy spectacular views of Quito from this sky tram up Volcán Pichincha. Choose to go for a hike at the top, or just come along for the ride. , Quito City Tour & Equator Line , Cotopaxi Volcano - Full Day

day 2Mariscal Sucre International Airport/Seymour Airport

day 3Genovesa Island

day 4Bartolomé Island/Sullivan Bay

day 5Isabela Island

day 6Elizabeth Bay/Urbina Bay

day 7Tagus Cove/Punta Espinoza

day 8Rábida Island/Santiago Island

day 9Islas Daphne/North Seymour

day 10Cerro Brujo/Kicker Rock

day 11Bahía Gardner/Punta Suárez

day 12Santa Fé Island/South Plaza

day 13Santa Cruz Island

day 14Punta Cormorant/Floreana Island

day 15Chinese Hat/Cerro Dragón

day 16Black Turtle Cove/Quito

day 17Quito

What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (2 nts), aboard the Yolita in twin-share cabins (14 nts).

Meals

15 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 14 dinners
Note: Allow USD130-170 for meals not included.

Transport

Plane, motorized yacht (Yolita), van, panga, private bus.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer)/Naturalist Guide while in the Galápagos Islands (certified by the Galápagos National Park Authority), local G Adventures Rep in Quito.

Included activities

Arrival transferCertified Galápagos National Park Service GuideCruise the Galápagos Islands aboard the Yolita (14 nts)All meals aboard the YolitaExcursion to see red-footed boobies (Genovesa Island)Hike to the Bartolomé Island viewpoint overlooking the famous Pinnacle RockSierra Negra Hike (Isabela Island)Chance to see flightless cormorants and penguins (Isabela Island)Spot frigatebirds and blue-footed boobies (North Seymour Island)Snorkelling at Corona del Diablo, Isla Lobos and Gardner BayExcursion to see giant tortoises in the wild (Santa Cruz Island)Visit to Post Office Bay (Floreana Island)Onboard snorkelling equipment and wetsuits while aboard the YolitaInternal flights

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