Best bits
- Fly to the Galapagos from Quito
- Island-hopping by motor yacht
- Incredible wildlife & rugged natural beauty
- See the giant tortoises
- Charles Darwin Research Centre
- Swim with sea lions
- Zodiac speedboat trips & nature walks
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Description
The Galapagos are home to some of the world’s most unusual wildlife and wild island scenery, and you’ll see them in comfort aboard the g1 motor yacht. Fly across from Ecuador’s capital Quito to cruise from island to island, heading ashore by Zodiac speedboat and taking nature walks with your onboard naturalist guide. Explore lava beaches, windswept cliffs, dramatic volcanic landscapes, cactus forest, island highlands and lagoons. Snorkel to discover the underwater world, swim with playful sea lions and encounter giant tortoises, rare birdlife, iguanas and more. You may even spot the rare Galapagos penguin of which there are only 1,000 pairs left in the wild. You can also head to the yacht’s outdoor decks to relax in the sun. After your Galapagos cruise return to lively Quito for a final night in the capital.
What’s included
- 4 nights in the Galapagos Islands, Visit to Charles Darwin Research Station, Incredible wildlife encounters, Daily opportunities for swimming and snorkelling, Flights to and from the Galapagos Islands, Snorkeling equipment onboard Galapagos Yacht.
- 6 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Dinners. (Allow USD50-65 for meals not included. Drinks and tips while on the yacht are extra. You must pay a USD10 Tourist Transit card fee at the Quito airport and a USD100 (cash) Galapagos park entry fee immediately upon arrival to the Islands (subject to increase).)
- Hotels (2 nts), twin-share cabins on board our motorized yacht (4 nts).
- Local flight, public bus, motorized yacht, zodiacs, van.
- Local naturalist guide (certified by the Galapagos National Park) while in the islands. Local G Adventures representative in Quito.
- Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 12
Important Information
Every 2 children aged 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult of 21 years or older.
Park Fees : Galapagos Park fees are not included in the cost of the trip. Current park fees are 110USD.
Tour Fact File
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Group size
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Maximum 16 |
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Age
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Minimum 12 |
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Single Room Option
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Not available |
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Arrival &
Departure airport
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Quito (UIO) |
(G/EV07PA or B for South Islands)