Land Galapagos in Style Adventure Tour

Longing for an iconic island adventure? This weeklong jaunt to the Galápagos Islands is for you. You'll hit up the beautiful islands of Santa Cruz, Floreana, and Isobela, taking in nature walks to spot exotic seabirds and flamboyant sea lions with plenty of opportunities for swimming and snorkelling these impossibly blue waters. Throw in a volcano hike and encounters with friendly sea lions and your camera will be getting a workout.

Highlights

Encounter incredible wildlife up close and in person, snorkel and swim with sea lions and other sea life, observe the famed blue footed boobie, hike up the active Sierra Negra Volcano, visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and learn about natural history

What's Included

Arrival transfer. Quito to Galápagos return flights. Isabela Municipal Tax. Charles Darwin Research Station visit. Floreana swimming, snorkelling and Highlands excursion. Visit the Isabela Flamingo Lagoon. Visit "Wall of Tears" monument. Sierra Negra Volcano hike and lava fields walk. Isabela Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre visit. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Accommodation

Comfort Hotels (7 nts), simple lodge (1 nt).

Meals Included

8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner

Transport

Flight, speed boat, van, pickup truck, local bus, Zodiac.

About our Transportation

Speed boat Please note that speed boats are used to transfer between Islands. This is a fun way to travel but those who do experience motion sickness may want to ensure they bring any medications or use preventative measures against an upset stomach.

Group Leader Description

All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our group leaders, a G Adventures representative, or an expedition team. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting
we think it's the best of both worlds.

Emergency Fund

Please also make sure you have access to at least an additional USD $200 (or equivalent) as an 'emergency' fund, to be used when circumstances outside our control (ex. a natural disaster) require a change to our planned route. This is a rare occurrence!

Solo Travellers

We believe single travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi
share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and single travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.

Spending Money

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.

What to Take

We recommend the use of a duffel bag, soft bag on wheels or backpack (whichever you find easiest to carry). A good size daypack is also essential. Please note that Galapagos is a protected National Park so your luggage will be checked before arrival and departure to and from the islands. Don't bring any food, seeds or other organic material that could affect the delicate ecosystem of the islands.