9 days tour

Galapagos Islands A Dream For Naturalists & Local Encounte

$ 4,890 .00 USD

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Galapagos Islands A Dream For Naturalists & Local Encounte

This tour includes:

Transport

Private Transfer IN/OUT in each destination Boat to La Espaรฑola and Floreana Islands

Others

All sightseeing and activities stated as included.

Accommodation

2 nights accommodation in a 4* Hotel in Quito 3 nights accommodation in a 4* Hotel in San Cristobal 2 night in a 4* Hotel in Santa Cruz Island 1 night in a 3* Hotel in Floreana Island

Hygieneprotocol

PCR Test to enter the Galapagos Islands (subject to change without previous notice) Galapagos will be the first Ecuador province to be totally immunized the end of May 2021

Meals

Breakfast @ all hotels Lunch menu at local restaurant: 3 courses (no beverages) Lunch menu during excursions: 2 courses (no beverages) or can be replaced by Box lunch: sandwich, fresh fruit, juice, water.

Guide

All excursions accompanied by a local English speaking guide in Quito, and with naturalist guide in Galapagos Islands.

Not included:

Optional

There are optionals activities which you can add to your experience, please check with us. there are NOT included in the total price of the tour.

Insurance

Personal Travel Insurance

Others

Air ticket to / from Galapagos Entrance Fee to Galapagos l Park U$D 100 p.P TCT Migration Ingala Card U$D 20 p.P Meals not mentioned. Beverages Services not included Personal Expenses, Tips

Flights

Internal Flights are NOT included, we can certainly help you to book these if you need us to. Air ticket to / from Galapagos starting at U$D 515 approx.

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Itinerary of your trip Galapagos Islands A Dream For Naturalists & Local Encounte

  • Day 1 Arrival To Quito International Airport
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival To Quito International Airport

      Arrival at the International Airport in Quito. Meet and greet with local guide. 

      Private Transfer to your selected hotel. 

      Overnight in a 4* Hotel 

  • Day 2 Visit To The Colonial District In Quito
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Visit To The Colonial District In Quito

      Breakfast. 

      Guided visit to the Colonial district of Quito, to discovering a World class historic district: declared by UNESCO Cultural Heritage in 1979.  

      At the agreed time, you will start the visit at the Independence Square โ€œPlaza Grandeโ€ and stroll in the beautiful colonial district and get marvelled by the impressive religious and civil buildings dating from colonial times. The most remarkable examples of Barroco can be admired in churches and convents. You will visit La Compaรฑia, San Francisco Convent its cloisters and climb to the towers. Lunch during excursion.

      Overnight in a 4* Hotel 

  • Day 3 Flight To The Galapagos Islands - Arrival & Visit The Highlights
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Flight To The Galapagos Islands - Arrival & Visit The Highlights

      Breakfast. 

      Transfer to Quito Airport to board your flight (not included) to Galapagos Island. 

      At your arrival at San Cristรณbal Airport, you will have to comply arrival and security procedures: 

      Visit to Frigate Bird Hill located in the western side of San Cristobal. We will walk along an ecological path of approx. 20 minutes until we reach the Bird Hill, we will observe endemic plants and a small colony of frigates. Beautiful landscapes can be appreciated from this viewpoint, a statue of Scientist Charles Darwin and a small bay where you can watch and swim alongside sea lions, tropical fish, and possibly sea turtles.

      Visit to the Interpretation Centre, to learn about the evolution and history of the islands and its species, as well as the arrival of the first settlers, their concerns, achievements, as well as the development of the last years.  Lunch (Set Menu) 

      Overnight in a 4* Hotel 

  • Day 4 Visit To The Eco Farm And The Hidden Route.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Visit To The Eco Farm And The Hidden Route.

      Breakfast. 

      This day we will have a very nice adventure in the highlands of San Cristobal, we will visit a local farm situated to the east of Puerto Baquerizo, this farm produces tropical fruits and sugar cane, and process in confitures and other products. The area is very wide, and you will have the chance to see giant land tortoises in the wild. Here you will have the chance to contribute to the conservation by adopting an endemic tree. We will hike along a hidden path that led us to a nice bay if conditions permit, we will be able to see some petrel nests and finally enjoy a delicious bath in a freshwater waterfall. Lunch (Set Menu).

      Overnight in a 4* Hotel 

  • Day 5 Full Day Navigation To Espaรฑola Island
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Full Day Navigation To Espaรฑola Island

      Breakfast. 

      At scheduled time transfer to the Pier to embark on board a boat destination to Espaรฑola Island, (2h 30ยด approx). Espaรฑola is one of the most beautiful islands of the Archipielago. We will visit Punta Suarez and Gardner Island. At Punta Suarez, located at the northeast end of the island, you will observe Nazca Boobies as well as the famous blue-footed boobies, Darwinโ€™s finches and Galapagos Doves. Playful Sea lea lions and marine iguanas surround you on the beach tide waters.  Between May and December, we will be able to see Waved Albatross, as they only nest on this island. We will have the opportunity to enjoy the amazing landscape of cliffs and the amazing blowhole. We will continue our visit to Gardner Isle, here you can practice snorkeling among the friendly and playful sea lions and observe colorful schools of fishes. Return to Puerto Baquerizo at the end of the afternoon. 

      Overnight in a 4* Hotel 

  • Day 6 Transfer To Santa Cruz Island: Tortuga Bay, Darwin Station
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Transfer To Santa Cruz Island: Tortuga Bay, Darwin Station

      Breakfast 

      Early wake up and transfer to Santa Cruz. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel for breakfast and luggage drop off.  The rooms will be ready at 14:00 approx.

      We will walk for approximately 45 min to Tortuga Bay. This is one of the longest beaches of fine white sand in the archipelago. Along the trail, marine iguanas can be seen. There are two zones: Playa Brava, ideal to practice surf and Playa Mansa to enjoy clear waters. The beauty of the environment and the tranquillity of its waters will reward the walk. Lunch (Set Menu).

      In the afternoon, visit the Charles Darwin Research centre to learn about the conservation programs for the Archipelago. 

      Overnight in a 4* Hotel 

  • Day 7 Navigation To Floreana Island
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Navigation To Floreana Island

      Breakfast

      At the scheduled time, Navigation to Floreana Island. Explore the island where the first european settlers arrived during the 2nd World War and learn about the stories of love and murder. 

      Visit to Asilo de la Paz, and remains of the inmigrants. Walk through endemic vegetation, we see birds typical of the place and we observe the ruins of the pirates that are found on the slopes of the hill "Allieri" It should also be noted that these ruins are next to a giant rock from which pure water is poured that provides the vital liquid to the inhabitants of the beautiful and gentle Floreana.  Visit to a Farm managed by the local community. Fresh Tropical Fruit tasting and learn about their orchards. And return by bike to Puerto Velasco village. Lunch  (Set Menu).

      Overnight in a 3* Hotel 

  • Day 8 Excursions Around Floreana Island
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Excursions Around Floreana Island

      Braekfast. 

      Transfer to Cerro Allieri to start our journey to an historic and famous place, the hike covers approximately 7km through a dry forest. We will arrive to the famous Post Office Barrel, by the end of XVIII century English Whalers stablished a โ€œPost Officeโ€ in the Island. The tradition continues so you can leave a post card and bring some to post when you are home. Here we can practice snorkeling. The journey continues to Baroness Lookout fromwhere you will have an incredible view of the bay and the northern area of Floreana, at short distance you can appreciate the ruins of what was the house of the excentric Baroness Eloise von Wagner and learn about her story.  Lunch (Set Menu). Transfer back to Santa Cruz

      Overnight in a 4* Hotel 

  • Day 9 Transfer To The Airport In Santa Cruz Island + Outgoing Flight To Quito
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Transfer To The Airport In Santa Cruz Island + Outgoing Flight To Quito

      Breakfast

      Morning transfer to Santa Cruz Island and then drive to Baltra airport  to board your flight (not included) back to Quito. 

      International connection to your next destination. 


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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™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

Youโ€™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: 1 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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