Galàpagos Adventure: Snorkelling & Sea Lions
Days
9
Theme
Snorkelling / Hiking / Explore
From
$ 2,049 USD
Galápagos Adventure: Snorkelling & Sea Lions
The Galápagos Islands aren’t just all about cruising! This one-week 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 snorkeling to a volcano hike of Sierra Negra.
Start: Quito, Equador
Finish: Quito, Equador
Destination: Galápagos Islands, Equador
Theme: Snorkeling, Rafting, and Kayaking
Physical Rating: 2/5
Ages: 18 – 39
Group size: Max 16, avg 12.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ADVENTURE?
- Snorkel with sea lions
- Travel by public speedboats around the Galápagos Islands
- Camp in the middle of nature
- Visit Charles Darwin Research Station
- Hike Sierra Negra volcano
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Itinerary
Day 1: Quito
Arrive at any time.
Day 2: Quito/San Cristóbal Island
Wheels up! Fly to the Galápagos Islands. Visit the Interpretation Centre in the afternoon to learn about the natural history of the area. Explore the nature trails around the centre, or snorkel at nearby Las Tijeretas.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 3: San Cristóbal Island
The day is yours to explore San Cristóbal Island. You can snorkel at Kicker Rock or Isla Lobos, visit the white-sand beach of Playa Mann, or La Lobería to mingle with the resident sea lions.
Day 4: San Cristóbal 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 alonside the boat! Stop for lunch on Floreana Island where you can stretch your legs and enjoy a delicious meal at the G supported-community restaurant to support the locals before continuing on to Isabela.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Your G for Good Moment: Floreana Community Restaurants
Meals included:
Lunch | Dinner
Day 5: Isabela Island
Get up close and personal with a volcano as you hike the Sierra Negra today. Explore the incredible landscape and admire spectacular views from above. The afternoon is yours to snorkel, visit the giant tortoise breeding centre, or check out the Flamingo Lagoon.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Dinner
Day 6: Isabela Island/Santa Cruz Island
Hop on a speedboat to Santa Cruz Island to visit the Charles Darwin Research Station for an opportunity to see the famous tortoises up close. Later, head out to explore Puerto Ayora. Enjoy a bite to eat, or venture to a bar or nightclub for a night out!
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 7: Santa Cruz Island
Wake up ready to explore Santa Cruz Island. You can hike out to the stunning Tortuga Bay, or take a dip in the turquoise waters of Las Grietas, a freshwater lagoon that separates two volcanic cliffs.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 8: Santa Cruz 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 a night out in the city.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 9: Quito
Depart at any time.
Inclusions
Meals
5 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Transport
Plane, Public Speedboat, Van, Pickup Truck, Public Bus
Accommodation
Multi-share Hostel (4 nights), Camping (2 nights), Simple Hotels (2 nights).
Included activities
- Interpretation Centre Visit (San Cristóbal Island)
- Hike to Sierra Negra volcano (Isabela Island)
- Isabela Highlands camping
- 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
- Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre visit
- Isabela Municipal Tax
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
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