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Tour Overview
Immerse yourself in the extraordinary splendor of the untouched and captivating Galapagos archipelago. Traverse the breathtaking pristine beauty of the enchanted islands, where every corner holds a treasure trove of natural wonders waiting to be discovered. Experience an unforgettable journey as you encounter a myriad of endemic wildlife species, from the iconic Galapagos tortoises to the magnificent blue-footed boobies, in their natural habitat. Delight in the diversity of landscapes, from rugged volcanic formations to serene beaches kissed by turquoise waters, creating a mesmerizing tapestry of unparalleled beauty. Explore the Galapagos Islands, where every moment promises an unforgettable adventure filled with wonder and awe.
Indulge in the exhilarating experience of snorkeling amidst the mesmerizing beauty of the Galapagos Islands. Dive into crystal-clear waters teeming with vibrant marine life, where you'll encounter a kaleidoscope of colorful fish, graceful sea turtles, and playful sea lions. Explore hidden underwater worlds adorned with coral reefs and volcanic formations, offering a glimpse into the diverse ecosystems thriving beneath the surface. Immerse yourself in the enchanting underwater realm, where every snorkeling excursion unveils new wonders and surprises. Whether you're gliding through tranquil coves or exploring bustling underwater communities, snorkeling in the Galapagos promises an unforgettable adventure that perfectly complements the unparalleled beauty of its endemic wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. ...more ...less
Highlights
Endemic Wildlife
Breathtaking Landscapes
Underwater Adventure
Stunning Coral Reefs
Enthralling Underwater Realm of Galapagos
Places You'll See
7 Days Enchanting Galapagos
7 Days Enchanting Galapagos
7 Days Enchanting Galapagos
7 Days Enchanting Galapagos
7 Days Enchanting Galapagos
7 Days Enchanting Galapagos
7 Days Enchanting Galapagos
7 Days Enchanting Galapagos
Itinerary
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Day 1
:
Welcome to San Cristóbal Island! Visit the Interpretation Center and La Lobería
Location: San Cristóbal Island
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Lunch
Travel by air three hours west from Quito to San Cristóbal Island to begin your Galapagos adventure. Check in to your Puerto Baquerizo Moreno hotel and visit an interpretation center to learn about the island's wildlife and conservation efforts. In a natural history room, see a presentation of the island's origins, and in another, human history since Galápagos's discovery.
Then, Finish the day at La Lobería, a beach that's home to sea lions and marine iguanas.
Meals included: Lunch ...more ...less
Day 2
:
Snorkeling at Kicker Rock or Isla Lobos
Location: San Cristóbal Island
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Box Lunch
On this day you can choose between these two activities where you can be part of nature, see some endemical animals in the Galapagos, and enjoy the crystal waters and colorful fishes that surround these beautiful places:
Lobos Island: as its name suggests is famous for its population of sea lions and fur sea lions. You will also encounter nesting grounds for the great Frigatebird and a small number of blue-footed boobies. Breeding Center, where will explain, in a simple manner, the natural phenomena that created the Galapagos Islands. That is the geology and the series of natural processes, such as volcanic eruption and marine current locations that have led to the amazing islands that you are will be visiting.
There is no landing at Kicker Rock: Also known as León Dormido these rocks are located off the coast of San Cristobal. It is the remains of a lava cone eroded by the sea, the two vertical rocks rising 500 feet from the ocean form a small channel that is navigable by small boats. This natural monument has become a favorite sight for cruises due to the many Tropicbirds, Frigates, and Boobies that fill the surrounding air. Beneath the sea, the near crystal waters offer a brilliant show of colorful tropical fish and invertebrates.
Meals included: Breakfast, Box Lunch
Day 3
:
Speedboat to Santa Cruz Island - Highlands - Charles Darwin Station
Get an early start this morning to take the public speedboat to Santa Cruz Island, roughly 2-2.5 hours away. Meet your guide at the dock, then head to the highlands to see giant tortoises in the wild. Enjoy lunch at a local farm, then continue to Puerto Ayora to check in to your hotel.
This afternoon we will visit the Charles Darwin Station.
Stay overnight in Puerto Ayora.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Group type: Private group
South Plaza, Bartolomé, and North Seymour are among the uninhabited Galápagos islands that you might visit today, depending on the permit granted by the National Park authorities, giving you a chance to see the archipelago's untouched natural habitats. After a boat ride, hike with your guide to see more wildlife and relax on the beach, with a break on deck for lunch. At the end of your tour, return to Puerto Ayora.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5
:
Speedboat to Isabela Island & Wildlife on Las Tintoreras Islet
Location: Isabela Island
Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Box
Start your morning with a two-hour public speed boat trip to Isabela Island.
After lunch, join a group tour for a visit to the Tintoreras Islet for a short hike and some snorkeling. Here you can see Humboldt penguins, marine iguanas, sea lions, and sharks, which rest in the natural channels formed by lava flows.
Afterward, snorkel in the turquoise water and spot different fish, sea turtles, rays, and penguins. The rest of your evening is free, with an overnight stay on Isabela Island.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 6
:
Hiking the Sierra Negra Volcano or visit Tuneles (Cabo Rosa)
Location: Isabela Island
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Box
Once you reach the shallow waters, you'll be in for a treat. You can expect to encounter a diverse range of marine life in the shallow waters. Keep your eyes peeled for tropical fish, rays, turtles, sea horses, and white-tipped reef sharks. And if you're lucky, you might even swim alongside majestic sea turtles. The area is teeming with tropical fish, rays, turtles, sea horses, and white-tipped reef sharks. Keep your eyes peeled for penguins sitting on the rocks and prepare yourself for the possibility of swimming with majestic sea turtles.
Meals included: Breakfast, Box Lunch
Day 7
:
Speedboat to Santa Cruz - Transfer to Baltra Airport
Location: Baltra Island
Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Box
Get an early start this morning to take the public speedboat to Santa Cruz Island, roughly 2-2.5 hours away. At the designated time, your driver will pick you up at the Puerto Ayora dock and take you to the Itabaca Channel, which you will cross on a ferry. For the last part of your trip to the airport, take the public shuttle bus to the terminal, where your program ends with your return flight to the mainland.
Meals included: Breakfast
What's Included
Accommodation
- Tourist Class Accommodations (6 nights)
Airport Transfers at Destination
All transfers according to the program
Fully Guided
English and Spanish-speaking national guide
Meals
Meals as mentioned on the itinerary.
What's Not Included
Additional Services
- Alcoholic drinks
- Any other meals, drinks, and/or services not mentioned in the program
Insurance
Travel insurance
We recommend that you take out travel cancellation and health insurance.
International Travel
Galapagos Flights not included
International flights are not included in the price.
Optional
Optional excursions
Personal expenses such as tips
Entrance Fee
- National Park entrance fee (US$ 100 per person) Galapagos
- Galapagos Migration Card TCT (US$ 20 per person)
- Isabela Harbor Fee (approx. US$ 10 per person)
Mode of Transport
All transfers according to the program
Accommodation
- Tourist Class Accommodations (6 nights)
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What is the tipping policy?
Tipping is not mandatory; however, if you are satisfied with the service, you can tip up to 10%.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, our guides speak English.
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Wi-Fi is available at the accommodations in the Galapagos Islands.
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, there is a supplement for solo travelers in a single room.
Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes, the entrance fees indicated in the itinerary are included.
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Very good physical condition is required, since you will be doing various activities that require you to be fit.
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
We do not recommend that children under 16 participate in this tour.
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
The hotels are Tourist category
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
If there is such a probability.
Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
The visa is not included in the services.
Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Visa is not required to enter Ecuador, although passengers from some countries may need a visa.
What currencies are required for this tour?
The official currency in Ecuador is the US dollar.
Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes, the transfers are included.
Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
It depends on the amount of luggage your international and domestic flights permit.
Are flights included in this tour?
No, flights are not included in our rates. You can book on your own or request a quote from us.
Are vaccinations required for this tour?
No vaccine is mandatory for this tour.
What is the maximum group size?
The maximum group size is 16 people.
Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
The guide will be with you in the different activities in the Galapagos Islands, according to the itinerary.
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, we can arrange pre- or post-tour accommodation services.
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes, there is some free time for you to enjoy the place on your own.
Is the tour coach air conditioned?
N/A
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes, of course, at the time of the confirmation of the services you will know the name of the hotels that you will have throughout your trip.
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
For this trip, a minimum of 2 passengers is required.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We can arrange it if you do it before the time limit of our cancellation policies, subject to availability.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, it is not possible
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
For the past 12 years, Responsible Travel has specialized in creating wonderful memories with our professional and trustworthy providers in every corner of Ecuador. We also collaborate with native communities and local suppliers to ensure that the incoming that comes through responsible travel generates profits for minorities.I am delighted that you are planning to spend your holidays in Ecuador;
What policies are in place for Covid-19?
At your arrival, you must present a COVID-19 vaccinations certificate with at least two doses completed at least 14 days before arrival. This is the only vaccine the government asks as a requirement to enter the territory.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
We operate a “single share” only in cruises options.
What documents will I receive before I travel?
You will receive an Invoice detailing our terms and conditions. a voucher of services that included all the reserved services.
How long has the tour company been trading?
For the past 12 years, we have been operating Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands and recently South America destinations.
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Reviews from travellers on this tour
Cassandra Weith
United States of America
10 Days Galapagos Island Hopping in Santa Cruz and Isabela
06-Mar-2024
What a fabulous tour to Quito, Ecuador, and the Galapagos islands! Thank you so very much for having the ability to have professional folks arranging these tours. Jefferson was a gem from the very start. This was our first organized tour, and he held our hand through the entire process. His communication was superb and his knowledge about the tours, transfers, flights, accommodations, and food was on point. Everything went smoothly, and was exactly as the itinerary that was given to us. The guides on the tours were ultra, professional, and they’re knowledgeable. The culture and the people we dearly treasured. we appreciated the two hotels that were in town and walking distance to everything. The price was right and the quality superb, and the communication was outstanding. I hope Jefferson is a trainer for others that arranges tours and speak to people as he has advanced skills in the area of communication, both written and spoken. We had a zoom meeting prior to the trip, and he was very precise with his words and specific with answers to our questions. We highly recommend the Quito, Ecuador and Galapagos islands trip.
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Jürg Weingart
Switzerland
10 Days Galapagos Island Hopping in Santa Cruz and Isabela
06-Mar-2024
The tour was relaxed and interesting. The hotels clean with courteous staff. The tours professional. What I really liked is the snorkeling. You float in the water and see many different colored fish. The speedboat rides are a bit tedious, but unavoidable. Kayaking in Tortuga Bay is very nice but it is difficult to see the wildlife. All in all a tour that is definitely worth it.
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Andrew Coonce
United States of America
10 Days Galapagos Island Hopping in Santa Cruz and Isabela
06-Mar-2024
Really enjoyed it. Our guide was Pedro, and he really knew his stuff. The canoe rides and sightseeing were unforgettable. The food and restaurant service was great. The only suggestion I have is to give warning when the power and water are to go off, so we could plan around it.
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7 Days Starting in 39RM+GGC, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Ecuador and ending in Aeropuerto Seymour de Baltra, Isla Baltra Baltra, HP4J+4C3, Seymour, Ecuador
Visiting:
San Cristóbal Island, Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island, Baltra Island
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