Galapagos Express - Central, South & East Islands aboard the Archipel I Tour by Explore

7 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

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

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Quito, Ecuador

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Extend your Ecuador trip with four nights in the Galapagos aboard a comfortable catamaran

Take daily snorkelling and on-shore excursions to see the best of the island wildlife

Land on Espanola, one of the best birding islands on the archipelago, and look for the waved albatross

Itinerary

Ready for a week of island-hopping adventure? The Galapagos Express - Central, South & East Islands aboard the Archipel I offers a seven-day journey brimming with biodiversity. Starting and ending in Quito, this easy-paced adventure tour features four nights on a modern catamaran, guided by an expert crew and naturalist.

Spot waved albatross on Espanola Island, search for giant tortoises in Santa Cruz’s lush highlands, and snorkel with vibrant schools of tropical fish at Devil’s Crown. Each day balances wildlife-spotting walks with underwater excursions, providing an immersive look at the archipelago’s unique ecosystems.

What makes this tour package special is its efficient routing and rich wildlife encounters—delivering the authentic Galapagos experience in just a week. If you’re eager to see Darwin’s islands up close, this lively, well-crafted journey is your ticket to adventure.

day 1Join trip in Puembo, Quito

Arrive in Puembo, a quiet rural neighbourhood of Quito located around 20 minutes from the airport and 45 minutes from the downtown city centre.

Ecuador's mountain capital is, at 2,850m, the second highest capital in Latin America, lying in a narrow valley at the foot of the Pichincha Volcano. Arriving into the city by plane is quite spectacular as you approach over snow-capped mountains and extinct volcanoes - a window seat is recommended! You will be met on arrival at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) by a driver to take you to this evening's hotel, where more information will be given to you about tomorrow's schedule.

The hotel is a tranquil, colonial-style property with a large garden and swimming pool. It's located in the countryside suburbs of Quito, near the airport; perfect for an early start tomorrow. The hotel can help organise a taxi for you into downtown Quito if you arrive early in the day and wish to visit the city.

Accommodation

Hotel Rincon de Puembo (or similar)

day 2Fly to the Galapagos; see giant tortoises at the Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre; board the Archipel I Catamaran

day 3Observe the wildlife of Floreana Island and visit Post Office Bay

day 4Snorkel in Gardner Bay and head onto Punta Suarez

day 5Find sea lions at Pitt Point and snorkel at the atmospheric Witch Hill

day 6Explore the rugged beach at Lobos Islet; fly back to Quito

day 7Trip ends in Puembo, Quito

Galapagos Express - Central, South & East Islands aboard the Archipel I

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Accommodation

Hotel Rincon de Puembo (or similar) (2 nights)Archipel I (or similar) (4 nights)

Meals

6 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Dinners

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Naturalist(s)Archipel IZodiac

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