About the tour
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Quito, Ecuador
Quito, Ecuador
Highlights
Sail on an upgraded yacht with a naturalist guide and no supplements for single cabins
Spend six nights looking for sea lions, iguanas, tortoises and an abundance of tropical marine life
Discover an underwater paradise as well as a volcanic landscape, with daily snorkelling and on-shore excursions
Itinerary
Solo travelers, take note: the Galapagos - Central & West Islands aboard the Solaris offers a welcoming nine-day adventure with no single supplements and five dedicated single cabins. Starting and ending in Quito, this easy-paced tour is ideal for experienced explorers looking for both community and privacy.
Cruise the Galapagos on a first-class yacht, taking daily shore and snorkeling excursions with a knowledgeable naturalist guide. Spot Galapagos penguins off Isabela Island, unwind with sea lions on Rabida’s red sand beaches, and visit research stations to learn about ongoing tortoise conservation. Swim with tropical fish, encounter iguanas and blue-footed boobies, and soak in the archipelago’s volcanic beauty from both land and sea.
This tour package stands out for its solo-friendly design and intimate onboard atmosphere, ensuring both comfort and camaraderie. For those seeking a wildlife-rich island exploration with the flexibility of solo travel, this Galapagos journey is a rare find.
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Customer Reviews
An excellent trip on a comfortable boat with a good crew and good food. We saw all of the expected wildlife, and snorkelling with sea lions and turtles amongst the fish was a particular highlight. The boat is not operated by Explore, so on my trip there were other nationalities who had booked through other operators, but it was a good mix. On the afternoon of the first day at the hotel I received a WhatsApp from the cruise operator providing details of the airport transfer (handled by the hotel in my case) and of their representative who met me at the airport to provide my printed boarding pass and Transit Control Card. They also helped with the additional baggage check required before bag drop. The message also includes the flight details if you want to complete the bio-security form at https://declaracion.abgalapagos.gob.ec/ before arriving at the airport. After snorkelling the crew will rinse all your gear and then hang wetsuits to dry (I think it was 80 USD to rent a wetsuit on board for the six days, but masks, snorkels and fins were free). There are lines with clothes pegs on the top deck to dry your swimwear. Remember to take USD cash for tipping the crew and guide at the end of the trip. Two envelopes were left in my cabin for this, but the amount suggested at 15 USD per day for the guide and 25 USD per day for the crew of 11 was about double that in the trip notes.
Exceptional experience. Unbelievable friendly behaviour from the mammals, birds and all sea life.
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