Galápagos Adventure: Snorkelling & Sea Lions

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Carbon neutral

9 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 39 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Quito, Ecuador

Ends

Quito, Ecuador

Highlights

Island-hop the Galapagos islands by public speedboats.

Visit Charles Darwin Research Station.

Hike the Sierra Negra volcano on Isabela Island.

Go snorkelling to spot marine life

Itinerary

Dive into the action-packed world of the Galápagos on the "Galápagos Adventure: Snorkelling & Sea Lions" tour—a nine-day trip crafted for young adults eager for an affordable, energetic getaway. Starting and ending in Quito, this small group adventure blends plenty of hands-on activities: snorkel alongside playful sea lions, hike up the Sierra Negra volcano, and explore the vibrant wildlife of Isla Santa Cruz and San Cristobal Island. Unlike traditional cruises, this tour keeps you close to the heart of the islands’ action, ensuring every day is filled with movement and discovery. With accommodation, transport, and meals included, this is the perfect island adventure for travelers seeking fun, flexibility, and unforgettable natural encounters.

day 1 - Quito

Arrive at any time.
If you are not able to attend the welcome meeting, our representative will leave all important information at your hotel’s reception indicating what time to be ready the next day. If there is any confusion on arrival, please do not hesitate to call the contact number listed in this dossier.

Included Activity:Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting with G Representative

Optional Activities:Cotopaxi Volcano - Full Day , Quito City Tour & Equator Line

day 2 - Quito/Santa Cruz Island

Wheels up! Fly to the Galápagos Islands. Transfer across Santa Cruz island to town and take a guided visit in the afternoon to the Charles Darwin Research Station for an opportunity to see the famous tortoises up close. Get to know the group in the evening over a few drinks. Cheers to new adventures with new friends!

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Hotel Brisas del Pacifico (or similar)

Transport:Plane Duration : 3.0 hr

day 3 - Santa Cruz Island/Isabela Island

Hop on a speedboat and head to Isabela Island. Soak up the views around you — you might even see dolphins or whales alongside the boat! After dropping your stuff at the hotel, get up close and personal with a volcano as you hike the Sierra Negra. Explore the incredible landscape and admire spectacular views from above.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Hotel Iguana (or similar)

Transport:Boat Duration : 2.0 hr

Included Activity:Sierra Negra Volcano Hike Duration : 1.0 hr - 2.0 hr

day 4 - Isabela Island

Take advantage of a full free Day on Isabela Island where optional activities abound to do as much or as little as you like. Choose to take an excursion to Los Tuneles, go snorkelling at Tintoreras, take a surf lesson or just laze on the beach.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Hotel Iguana (or similar)

Optional Activities:Wall of Tears Bike Visit , Los Tuneles Snorkelling Grab your swimsuit, a snorkel, and head out to explore the waters to see what’s living under the sea. Head to Los Tuneles about a 40 minute boat ride away from Puerto Villamil. The lava formations and mangroves make this an ideal place for snorkeling. Keep an eye out for eagle rays, sea turtles and large schools of colourful fish., Islote Tintoreras Snorkelling Go snorkelling at the islet Las Tintoreras, located south of Puerto Villamil – it's the perfect place to glide along watching the magic unfold under the water’s surface. Enjoy a small calm turquoise bay to look for the whitetip reef shark, which are fairly common in the archipelago. (The sharks are called Tintorera in Spanish, which is where the site gets its name.) Keep an eye out for sea lions, sea turtles, marine iguanas, and rays as well as the sharks., Surfing Lesson Grab your swimsuit and get ready to hang ten! Learn how to find and ride the waves with surfing lessons from local experts. Enjoy the fresh sea air, and try to spot local marine life while enjoying the waters.

day 5 - Isabela Island/Santa Cruz Island

This morning enjoy a snorkelling excursion at Concha de Perla. Travel by speedboat back to Santa Cruz Island and enjoy a free afternoon exploring the town. Later, head out to explore Puerto Ayora town, time for shopping or enjoy a bite to eat.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Hotel Brisas del Pacifico (or similar)

Transport:Boat Duration : 2.0 hr

Included Activity:Concha de Perla snorkelling

Optional Activities:Surfing Lesson Grab your swimsuit and get ready to hang ten! Learn how to find and ride the waves with surfing lessons from local experts. Enjoy the fresh sea air, and try to spot local marine life while enjoying the waters., Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre Visit Walk through the town’s wetlands to visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre. With the giant tortoise on its way to extinction in the late 1950s, this program was established to protect these noble creatures., Flamingo Lagoon Visit Spend some time exploring Isabela's natural attractions. Enjoy a walk to the largest coastal lagoon in the Galápagos, also a principal breeding ground for flamingos. Make stops along the way at a lookout point, and to visit natural pools, beaches, and mangrove swamps. Also stop along the way at the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre to see how these fascinating creatures are hatched, cared for and released into the wild in the ongoing efforts to protect the species., Wall of Tears Bike Visit

day 6 - Santa Cruz Island/San Cristóbal Island

Take another speedboat to San Cristóbal Island and visit the Galapagos National Park Interpretation Center near town to learn about the unique history of the ecosystems, flora, and fauna of the islands.. Later, go snorkelling at Tijeretas to look for wildlife like sea lions, rays and marine iguanas before wandering along the malecón to look for a local place to watch the sunset. Later, choose to get your dance on!

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Casa de Laura Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Boat Duration : 2.0 hr

Included Activities:Interpretation Center Visit Duration : 1.0 hr - 2.0 hr, Tijeretas Snorkelling Excursion, Big Night Out - San Cristóbal Island

day 7 - San Cristóbal Island

The Day is yours to explore San Cristóbal Island. You can opt to snorkel at epic Kicker Rock or Isla Lobos, visit the white-sand beach of Playa Mann, or La Lobería to mingle with the resident sea lions.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Casa de Laura Hotel (or similar)

Optional Activities:Puerto Chino Beach Visit , La Lobería Beach Visit Visit La Lobería beach and be greeted by a colony of sea lions. Keep your eyes open for marine iguanas on the black rocks and sea turtles in the shallow bay., Playa Mann Visit , Snorkelling (Isla Lobos) , Snorkelling (Kicker Rock) Embark on a snorkelling adventure at Kicker Rock, one of the most stunning landmarks in the Galápagos Islands that’s home to an incredibly diverse range of marine life that inhabits the nutrient-rich water. Explore the rock which rises 150m (492 ft) above the ocean's surface, and is divided into two parts by a narrow channel. See an array of sharks and fish that are drawn to the rock and provide for an exhilarating unique snorkelling experience.

day 8 - San Cristóbal Island/Quito

Say "Adios!" to the Galapagos Islands and board a morning flight back to Quito. Transfer to the hotel to kick back and relax before enjoying the last night in the capital city.

Meal:Breakfast

Transport:Plane

day 9 - Quito

Depart at any time.

Meal:Breakfast

Optional Activities:Quito City Tour & Equator Line , Cotopaxi Volcano - Full Day

Galápagos Adventure: Snorkelling & Sea Lions

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What's Included

Accommodation

Simple hotels (8 nts).

Meals

8 breakfasts
Note: Allow USD185-240 for meals not included.

Transport

Plane, public speedboat, van, public busAll 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 Representative in Quito.

Included activities

Your Big Night Out Moment: - San Cristóbal Island, San Cristóbal IslandInterpretation Centre Visit (San Cristóbal Island)Snorkelling equipment and activity at Tijeretas (San Cristóbal)Concha de Perla snorkelling excursionHike to Sierra Negra volcano (Isabela Island)Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island)Opportunities for snorkelling, swimming, and incredible wildlife encountersInternal flights

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