Magic Of Isabela Galapagos Island

For the location of Ecuador, this experience is available throughout the year. In Ecuador there are basically two seasons only, winter and summer, plus not very drastic climate changes. The Galápagos high season is generally considered from June to August, summer holidays to Europe and the United States, and from December to mid-January (Christmas holidays). The low season in the Galapagos Islands is spring (May to June) and September. Flights to Galapagos are particularly busy in high season and the prices for accommodation and cruises are also higher this season.

The official currency of Ecuador is the United States Dollar. You can change to dollars at any exchange house at your point of origin or at the Ecuador Airport. There are ATMs and banks in the islands of Santa Cruz and San Cristóbal. Isla Isabela does not have ATMs or banks. We highly recommend bringing cash in small denominations.

This experience does not include the entrance to the Galapagos National Park, which has a price of $ 100 usd, the Santa Isabela dock tax $ 10 usd, the Migration card $ 20 usd, the Baltra airport transportation to the Itabaca channel and return $ 10 usd, the cost of the water taxi from the dock to the "speedboat" $ 1 usd per ocation or alcoholic beverages and tips.

The lodgings within this experience are in three star hotels in double rooms and private bathrooms, very comfortable places and located in the best areas.

You can travel alone by adding the individual supplement, you will have your own room and since the experience is private you will have a very personal attention with the guides.

There is no minimum age, as long as the child is traveling with an adult, it is advisable to keep in mind that it is an active trip, where you will visit different places and you will be in movement. If the person is under 12 years old you can get a 10% discount. (Ask an agent for this option before your purchase).

Inside the hotel you will have cell phone signal and Wifi access without any problem, you can also charge your electronic devices without any problem. The voltage in Ecuador is 120. During the trips, it is likely that you do not have a cell phone signal or WiFi.

It is important to arrive at the airport in Islas Baltra before 11 am, as the water taxi that goes to the "speedboat" departs at 2 pm. This gives us an acceptable range as a margin. The last day ends at 12 pm.

It is advisable to have a basic level of physical condition, or there will be no very demanding time but it is an active journey where we will be in movement to know many places.

Yes, it is a requirement by the government of Ecuador. You can get one on your own or add the option we offer in the "extras" part of this experience.

Mexican people do not need a visa to travel to Ecuador as tourists for a period of 90 days. If you are from another country, we recommend you consult it with the nearest embassy or on the websites of the government of Ecuador.

If you are Mexican, we share this article, which will show you how to process your passport quickly and without problems. https://blog.localadventures.mx/2017/07/obtener-mi-pasaporte-en-menos-24hrs/

This experience begins at the Baltra Island airport in Galapagos. You can arrive at any time before 11:00 am. Since the official boat for transportation leaves at 2:00 pm.

Served menu is offered, with entry (usually soup), main course (chicken, meat or fish usually) and drink (juice), you can request your vegetarian dish if you are a vegetarian, you must request it as soon as you make your reservation .

You can add extra nights to extend the experience for an extra cost, this may vary depending on the season, you can ask for the extra cost to your sales consultant.

Yes, you can purchase a single room in case of not sharing with another passenger, we recommend requesting the data of this cost from your sales consultant since the prices may vary according to the season

We recommend traveling light, a backpack or suitcase of no more than 10- 20 kgs.

The voltage and frecuency is of 120 V/ 60 Hz. The plug ins are type A/B

You should be up to date with the routine vaccinations, as well as get the yellow fever vaccination, the malaria vaccine, hepatits A/B, and Typhoid vaccination.

You only need comfortable clothes, such as shorts and t-shirts. We suggest adding some long sleeved t- shirts and comfortable shoes, as well as a rain jacket

The group size is usually of 16 people and a guide. There's a minimum required of 2 people and a maximum of 32 people, where the group divides in two groups of 16 people.

The meals included are lunches, the menu varies according to the menu of the day of each local restaurant.

In Galapagos there's not much free time, since it is a park that has limited time schedules for visitors.

You would get the required medical assistance, but unfortunately if you can't continue there's no refund. We highly suggest traveling with a complete insurance package.