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Located in the heart of bustling downtown, this hotel is a 2019 TripAdvisor Travellers Choice award winner.
Explore the Galapagos Islands on this multi-sport guided tour
Explore the captivating beauty of the Galapagos Islands through this amazing Galapagos travel experience! Join this Galapagos Islands Tour and explore this stunning natural landscape on foot, water and kayak. Island hop to find the best of the Galapagos Islands and some of the most unique species of Ecuador's Wildlife. The Galapagos Islands tour is socially responsible and helps to provide aid to the local communities in the area. Book this tour to explore one of the most protected ecosystems on the planet.
Join this tour in Quito, the capital of Ecuador, before flying to Galapagos Island. Take a speedboat to Isabela Island, where you explore one of the most stunning archipelagos on the Pacific coast. Look out for the dolphins and whales and snorkel through the labyrinths of lava tunnels! And that’s not all!
Then it’s on to one of the most active volcanoes in the region - Sierra Negra! Brush off the volcanic ashes from your hair and jump into a kayak to Tintoteras! Swim in the same waters as white-tipped reef sharks, Galapagos Penguins, marine turtles, and sea lions. Then take the opportunity to discover the important preservation work at the Charles Darwin Station.
Don’t miss the opportunity of this wonderful Galapagos Islands guided tour that will provide you with an adventure of a lifetime! Book now.
Meet your head guide and the group at 6PM.
Your guided Galapagos Islands tour begins in Quito! The largest and best-maintained colonial city of America - declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978. The city is viewed as the Cultural Capital of South America and is situated on the equator in a valley in the lower regions of the Pichincha Volcano. Depending on your arrival time, you can either explore the city and the old town of Quito or get a guided day tour. At night, one of our head guides will meet you at the reception for a briefing at 6 PM. You will be briefed about the adventure tour and will be able to ask questions regarding it. This day will also help you to acclimate to the new location.
Today you begin your epic journey to the remote Galapagos. Get up early for a morning flight to the island of Baltra. Then, travel to Puerto Ayora, the biggest town in the Galapagos Islands. After that, enjoy a 2-hr boat crossing to the biggest island in the Galapagos archipelago, Isabela Island. During the island crossing, watch out for some dolphins and whales (July to October). Once in Puerto Villamil, check-in at our ocean-front hotel and unwind from an incredible journey to get here.
Your guided tour of the Galapagos goes underwater today, with incredible snorkeling in underwater lava formations. Snorkel through this labyrinth of lava arches in pristine, clear water. You’ll get the chance to spot wildlife, such as sea turtles, eagle rays, sea lions, sharks, and more. If you’re lucky, you will see the curious Galapagos penguins playing around.
After the trip, you can enjoy some optional activities such as snorkeling at "Concha de Perla", taking surfing lessons, biking or just relaxing on the exotic white-sand beaches of Isabela Island. We highly recommend you take some time to visit the giant tortoise breeding center located within walking distance from the hotel.
Drive from Puerto Villamil and hike into a young forest ecosystem. The goal of this 9.6km hike is the rim of Sierra Negra Crater - an active volcano that last erupted in June 2018. From the rim of Sierra Negra, enjoy outstanding views and explore the stunning massive, lava-filled crater. If we will have enough energy, we can continue our hike to Volcan Chico, which adds 6.5km of hiking.
In the afternoon, a highlight of this Galapagos Tour is the 2-hour kayak to the spectacular Tintoreras Islet for a snorkeling adventure. The beautifully clear waters here are inhabited by white-tipped reef sharks, Galapagos Penguins, marine turtles, and sea lions. A nearby beach is one of the few sites where marine iguanas can reproduce successfully.
Our Galapagos travel adventure departs Isabela to head to Santa Cruz Island to visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. During our island crossing, we will be on the lookout for dolphins and whales (July to October).
Once we arrive on Santa Cruz, we will check-in at the hotel and then visit the Research Station to learn more about the history and natural history of the Galapagos. In the afternoon, head to the 'El Chato' reserve in the highlands of Santa Cruz, home to the famous Galapagos tortoises. You will have the opportunity to trek through El Chato's beautiful landscape with these lumbering giants. It is a great and unforgettable experience. You will also be able to spot highland wildlife such as pintail ducks, egrets, flycatchers, finches, and frigate birds.
Our guided Galapagos Islands tour is nearing the end. After the final breakfast on the Galapagos Islands and the last photos taken of the sea lions, transfer to Baltra's airport in time to catch the flight back to Quito.
The trip ends, though many guests stay on to explore Quito and other amazing parts of Ecuador.
Pricing for this guided Galapagos tour depends on the number of guests and whether you want a private tour for your group or to join a group tour. The prices below are per person sharing a double or a triple room.
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This tour provides 4-star Hotel accommodation which allows the travelers to comfortably rest and recharge in-between the adventures. While Adventure Journeys does the best to book the hotels listed, in some instances that won’t be possible.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement of $720USD to have a private room as a solo travelers. In some cases, there may be other solo travelers, and we can match you with participants of the same sex.
Located in the heart of bustling downtown, this hotel is a 2019 TripAdvisor Travellers Choice award winner.
Right in front of Puerto Villamil beach, Cormorant Beach House offers rooms with sea views. The town centre is 100 m away. Rooms at Cormorant Beach House boast panoramic views of the sea and the guests can enjoy splendid sunrises over the ocean and take a stroll along the beach as the sun sets.
A landscaped swimming pool lined with red tiles and a charming wooden bridge surrounded by colonial style balconies can be enjoyed. Wi-Fi is free and all rooms have garden views. At Hotel Silberstein guests are a 20-minute walk from German Beach. Massage sessions can be booked and guests can enjoy tropical cocktails in the bar overlooking the pool.
Located in the heart of bustling downtown, this hotel is a 2019 TripAdvisor Travellers Choice award winner.
6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 0 dinners. Budget $180 USD for meals not included.
Fully licensed, certified English-speaking adventure leader and local guides on all days.
Travel once in the Galapagos Islands is included. This includes comfortable land and sea transportation.
How hard is this tour?
We rate this tour as a 1 / 5. You must enjoy spending time in the water, as you will spend time on boats, kayaks and snorkeling.
Do I need a Visa?
Check with your local country about visa requirements for travel to Ecuador. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Are meals included?
6 breakfasts and 2 lunches are included; you will have to purchase the rest of the meals separately. Some of the meals are group meals and some you can go explore on your own.
Do I need insurance?
Yes, it is mandatory to have Health and Medical insurance to join this trip. You can get travel insurance here.
How do I get to Quito to start this tour?
Make your way to Quito, Ecuador yourself. The transport to Quito, nor from the airport to the hotel is not included. You can book transfers to and from the airport during the booking process.
Are the tours in English?
Yes, there will be a certified English-speaking tour leader and guide.
Where does the tour end?
This Galapagos adventure tour ends in Quito. Many guests stay in Quito to explore this incredible city. There are also many other very good tours in Ecuador, such as mountain biking or hiking tours in the Volcanoes.
Can I rent gear?
The main snorkeling gear will be provided for the events, that are on the itinerary. You will be able to rent extra gear for other attractions and events on site.
Does this cover all the entry costs?
No, there are additional costs to some of the parks and attractions.
Does this cover the flight from Quito to the Galapagos?
No, this tour doesn’t cover air transit. Some guests opt to stay extra time in the Galapagos or journey on to another destination at the end of the tour, for that reason air transport from Quito to the Galapagos is not included. You can add air transport as an add-on during booking.
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We rate this tour as a 1 / 5. You must enjoy spending time in the water, as you will spend time on boats, kayaks and snorkeling.
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