From CAD 1,934 Was CAD 2,579
Guarantee
Small Group
Light
Rating
(21 reviews)
Experience Overview
The Galápagos Islands aren't just all about cruising! This 9-day trip keeps you close to the action — and trust us, there’s always plenty of action on the archipelago — while keeping costs lower than you’d expect for a sweet island adventure. Plus, there’ll be no lack of activities to keep you moving, with everything from snorkelling to a volcano hike of Sierra Negra.
Highlights
- Island-hop the Galapagos islands by public speedboats
- Visit Charles Darwin Research Station
- Hike the Sierra Negra volcano on Isabela Island
- Go snorkelling to spot marine life
Trip Details
Product Code: 2776
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Plane, public speedboat, van, public bus
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
18 - 35 Year Olds Only
Supplier Code: SEQC
Starts: Quito, Ecuador
Finishes: Quito, Ecuador
Duration: 9 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Light
Includes
Activities
- Your Big Night Out Moment: - San Cristóbal Island, San Cristóbal Island
- Interpretation Centre Visit (San Cristóbal Island)
- Snorkelling equipment and activity at Tijeretas (San Cristóbal)
- Concha de Perla snorkelling excursion
- Hike to Sierra Negra volcano (Isabela Island)
- Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island)
- Isabela Municipal Tax
- Opportunities for snorkelling, swimming, and incredible wildlife encounters
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Simple hotels (8 nts).
- 8 breakfasts
Transport
- Plane, public speedboat, van, public bus
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer)/Naturalist Guide while in the Galápagos Islands (certified by the Galápagos National Park Authority), local G Adventures Representative in Quito.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 1934 (CAD 215 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Quito
Arrive at any time.
If you are not able to attend the welcome meeting, our representative will leave all important information at your hotel's reception indicating what time to be ready the next day. If there is any confusion on arrival, please do not hesitate to call the contact number listed in this dossier.
Day 2: Quito/Santa Cruz Island
Wheels up! Fly to the Galápagos Islands. Transfer across Santa Cruz island to town and take a guided visit in the afternoon to the Charles Darwin Research Station for an opportunity to see the famous tortoises up close. Get to know the group in the evening over a few drinks. Cheers to new adventures with new friends!
Day 3: Santa Cruz Island/Isabela Island
Hop on a speedboat and head to Isabela Island. Soak up the views around you — you might even see dolphins or whales alongside the boat! After dropping your stuff at the hotel, get up close and personal with a volcano as you hike the Sierra Negra. Explore the incredible landscape and admire spectacular views from above.
Day 4: Isabela Island
Take advantage of a full free day on Isabela Island where optional activities abound to do as much or as little as you like. Choose to take an excursion to Los Tuneles, go snorkelling at Tintoreras, take a surf lesson or just laze on the beach.
Day 5: Isabela Island/Santa Cruz Island
This morning enjoy a snorkelling excursion at Concha de Perla. Travel by speedboat back to Santa Cruz Island and enjoy a free afternoon exploring the town. Later, head out to explore Puerto Ayora town, time for shopping or enjoy a bite to eat.
Day 6: Santa Cruz Island/San Cristóbal Island
Take another speedboat to San Cristóbal Island and visit the Galapagos National Park Interpretation Center near town to learn about the unique history of the ecosystems, flora, and fauna of the islands.. Later, go snorkelling at Tijeretas to look for wildlife like sea lions, rays and marine iguanas before wandering along the malecón to look for a place to grab a drink with friends in a local place and watch the sunset, continue on to another bar or to get your drink (and dance!) on.
Day 7: San Cristóbal Island
The day is yours to explore San Cristóbal Island. You can opt to snorkel at epic Kicker Rock or Isla Lobos, visit the white-sand beach of Playa Mann, or La Lobería to mingle with the resident sea lions.
Day 8: San Cristóbal Island/Quito
Say "Adios!" to the Galapagos Islands and board a morning flight back to Quito. Transfer to the hotel to kick back and relax before enjoying the last night in the capital city.
Day 9: Quito
Depart at any time.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Mira L. - Traveled, July 2024
Galapagos is a must visit. Amazing islands, amazing people, amazing food. Only regret is I wish I had spent more time there..
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/18/2024
Chee T. - Traveled, June 2024
Great to have a local guide who knows what he is talking about and has a passion for the environment.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/02/2024
Barry H. - Traveled, June 2024
Our trip to the Galapagos Islands was one of the best experiences of our lives, and booking through G Adventures made everything so easy and took all of the hassle out of the experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/28/2024
Jeffrey M. - Traveled, June 2024
It was magical and I am booking another one straight away.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/23/2024
Emma O. - Traveled, June 2024
The Galapagos are amazing!!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/20/2024
Conor B. - Traveled, June 2024
Amazing trip! Would genuinely go again and do the same trip all over. Jose was great and the other members of the group bar one was great to get to know them. My favourite island was Isabella island by far.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/20/2024
Oliver B. - Traveled, June 2024
Amazing. was soo lucky with the animals and the weather Gustavo was the right mix of energy and ready to chill and was always happy to recommend places to eat, drink, and party!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/19/2024
Tiffany-Jane M., - Traveled, June 2024
Really loved the Galapagos and the tour - I thought it was a great mix of activities with a very knowledgeable guide, I would definitely recommend and use G Adventures again in the future. It was my first time travelling solo in a tour like this and it is...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/13/2024
Nevena M. - Traveled, June 2024
I had an incredible time on the Ecuador and Galapagos tour. I think what would have been great would have been a WhatsApp group chat with the team as that would have helped us stay in contact throughout the trip. I also wish we had a bigger “night out” a...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/12/2024
Larissa S. - Traveled, May 2024
The experience was great, thank you for the lifelong memories
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/04/2024
Erika M. - Traveled, May 2024
This was truly the trip of a lifetime! Everyday was an adventure and GA makes the logistics so smooth and seamless. My CEO Gustavo was incredibly kind, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. I’m so grateful for this experience because I would have never gotten ...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/03/2024
Laura J. - Traveled, September 2024
Awesome trip! Lot of great memories! So many animals! Once in a lifetime trip!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/28/2024
Jay G. - Traveled, May 2024
It was a fabulous trip! SO many beautiful animals thriving in unique habitats. They don't mind humans so taking pictures of them is super easy. Climate was very hot and humid so the local ice cream and gelato shops were heavily used. Scuba diving license...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/27/2024
Alexander G. - Traveled, May 2024
The vistas, landscapes, and, above all else, the ocean life are well worth the trek out to the islands - simply breathtaking!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/22/2024
Mia P. - Traveled, May 2024
It was an amazing experience and Gustavo was an incredible tour guide
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/20/2024
Melaina K. - Traveled, May 2024
Such a great way to explore the galapagos. One thought it would have been nice to have the option to explore another island on a free day.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/16/2024
Yijing Z. - Traveled, May 2024
It was great! Would highly recommend it and do it again.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/16/2024
John F. - Traveled, May 2024
Perfect
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/14/2024
Melanie S. - Traveled, May 2024
Great and affordable way to travel the Galápagos Islands.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/13/2024
Annie K. - Traveled, May 2024
This was the trip of a lifetime. Within 2 days of the trip we had seen all the animals we had dreamed of leading up to the trip and more. From snorkelling with turtles to playing with sea lion pups - so many “pinch me” moments. I will be reminiscing on t...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/13/2024
Sarah M. - Traveled, May 2024
I had the most amazing week in the Galapagos on this tour! It exceeded all of my already high expectations! Our guide, Jose whose a local from Galapagos and is an expert in all things Galapagos, he ensured that our group of 12 were treated as VIPs everyw...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/13/2024
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