10 days tour

Galapagos Islands – Family Volunteer Vacation

$ 5,695 .00 USD

Total price per person

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Galapagos Islands – Family Volunteer Vacation

This tour includes:

Meals

8 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 8 dinners (1 free evening)

Others

• 9 nights double occupancy lodging in standard level lodging • Most meals throughout the trip (24 total) • English-speaking local guides that are there to support, guide, and inform you throughout the trip • Admissions and entrance fees to national parks, historic sites and other scheduled events throughout the trip • All land and water transportation during the trip. • $50,000 emergency medical evacuation insurance • Trip literature • Turnkey customer susupport from preparing for your trip to arrival back home

Transport

Transportation in private vehicles throughout the trip

Guide

Bilingual expert naturalist guide in the Galapagos Bilingual Discover Corps guide in Quito

Accommodation

9 nights accommodations in 3 1/2-star hotels

Not included:

Others

International airfare One breakfast and one dinner Alcoholic beverages $600 supplement fee - covering tax, entrance fee to the islands, and round trip flight from Quito to Galapagos Tips for Discover Corps guide and driver Laundry, phone, and Internet services

Flights

International flights not included.

Insurance

• $50,000 emergency medical evacuation insurance

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Itinerary of your trip Galapagos Islands – Family Volunteer Vacation

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In Quito And Enjoy A Welcome Dinner
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive In Quito And Enjoy A Welcome Dinner

      Touching down in Quito, you’ll be met at the airport by your Discover Corps guide, who will accompany you to our hotel for a welcome dinner with your fellow travelers. Have a restful night for the adventures ahead. (D)

  • Day 2 Day 2: Walking Tour Of Quito
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Walking Tour Of Quito

      Today we’ll explore Quito, walking the pretty cobblestoned streets of its UNESCO-listed colonial center. A cable car ride to a nearby mountain summit will afford us a bird’s-eye view of the city and the surrounding volcanic peaks, before dinner at a chic restaurant. (B,L,D)

  • Day 3 Day 3: Fly To Baltra To Begin Our Galápagos Adventure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Fly To Baltra To Begin Our Galápagos Adventure

      Our Galápagos adventure begins in earnest now, with an early morning flight from Quito to Baltra, before we take a bus and then boat to Isabela Island. After checking into our hotel, we’ll have the evening free to explore the town Puerto Villamil, the third largest human settlement in the archipelago. (L,D)

  • Day 4 Day 4: Snorkel The Extraordinary Los Tuneles
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Snorkel The Extraordinary Los Tuneles

      One of the most spectacular sites for snorkeling off the coast of Isabela is Los Tuneles (or the Tunnels), tangled formations of hardened lava next to the mangroves. These unique formations of tunnels and bridges create one of the most astonishing locations for viewing sea turtles, rays, white-tipped sharks, and a variety of seabirds. (B,L,D)

  • Day 5 Day 5: Kayak Las Tintoreras In Search Of Marine Iguanas And Galápagos Penguins
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Kayak Las Tintoreras In Search Of Marine Iguanas And Galápagos Penguins

      We’ll spend this morning kayaking along the coast of Las Tintoreras on Isabela Island, stopping to snorkel along the way in the El Elestero wetlands for those interested. After a picnic lunch, we’ll enjoy a beach side mangrove walk, viewing a whole ecosystem of animals that are not normally visible. (B,L,D)

  • Day 6 Day 6: Visit A Tortoise Sanctuary On The Island Of Santa Cruz
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Visit A Tortoise Sanctuary On The Island Of Santa Cruz

      Today we’ll visit a tortoise sanctuary on the island of Santa Cruz. Here we’ll explore more otherworldly lava tunnels, before helping out with odd jobs at the sanctuary. In particular, we will be removing invasive plant species or planting endemic species throughout the reserve. As this is an area where tortoises roam freely in the wild, you may end up face to face with one of these magnificent creatures. (B,L,D)

  • Day 7 Day 7: Learn About Galápagos Conservation At The Charles Darwin Research Station
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Learn About Galápagos Conservation At The Charles Darwin Research Station

      This morning we’ll visit the Charles Darwin Research Station to learn about the conservation projects across the archipelago, before an hour- long trek to the white sands of Tortuga Bay. Here you can go swimming or follow the lead of the resident marine iguanas and simply soak up some sun. Spend another afternoon volunteering at the tortoise sanctuary in the highlands of Santa Cruz. (B,L,D)

  • Day 8 Day 8: Discover Blue-Footed Boobies & Frigate Birds On North Seymour
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Discover Blue-Footed Boobies & Frigate Birds On North Seymour

      Today we’ll venture out to the tiny, uninhabited island of North Seymour, home to one of the largest populations of blue-footed boobies and majestic, red-throated frigate birds. Witness the frigate birds swoop down and cheekily swipe the boobies’ hard-earned catch of fish. On our way back, we’ll stop at a beautiful beach where you can snorkel with sea lions. Tonight is a free evening in Santa Cruz. (B,L)

  • Day 9 Day 9: Snorkel Off The Islands Of Daphne And Pinzon
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Snorkel Off The Islands Of Daphne And Pinzon

      Today we’ll snorkel the waters around the small island of Daphne, a scientists colony, before continuing to Pinzon, home to some of the best snorkeling in the archipelago. Jump in from the boat to see sea lions, a kaleidoscope of reef fish and, if you’re lucky, penguins. Tonight well share a farewell dinner in Santa Cruz. (B,L,D)

  • Day 10 Day 10: Return Home Or Continue Trip Via Quito
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Return Home Or Continue Trip Via Quito

      Whether or not you’ve chosen the trip extension, we’ll return to the airport in Baltra for a flight back to Quito today. From there we’ll either say our goodbyes or you’ll stay with us for the extension (next page). (B)

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but you’re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

You’ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 6 / Max: 75

Age range allowed for this experience.

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