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Travel to the Galapagos Islands
Traveling to the Galapagos Islands is a life-changing experience, whether you visit the islands alone, with your partner, with family or friends. There are several travel options to discover the Galapagos. The best and most popular way is by cruising the islands on board yachts and ships. Another alternative is a hotel-based program from the three main ports in Galapagos.
What makes the Galapagos so unique
These remote and isolated islands are home to endemic and unique species. During the daily excursions, you'll have the opportunity to experience close encounters with amazing wildlife, fearless of human beings. Each island will bring something new to your experience. The Galapagos Islands were also recently declared a marine sanctuary!
The Galapagos Islands are a diverse set of islands off the coast of Ecuador full of distinct wildlife, idyllic beaches, and incomparable visitor sites that offer a range of interesting activities—from hiking, to snorkeling, close-ups with pre-historic looking animals, kayaking and treks across volcanic islands—to name a few of the endless possibilities. This one-of-a-kind destination is a must when visiting Ecuador.
Land-based tours are a more economical and comfortable alternative to cruising the Galapagos. This 6-day itinerary takes in the highlights of the three main inhabited islands — from watching giant tortoises to hiking around an active volcanic crater and snorkeling with penguins and sharks.
This 10-day trip will take you to the best the Galapagos has to offer. Immerse yourself in the wildlife, culture and unique ecosystem of the archipelago as you see the sights by bike, by foot and in the water. This extraordinary week includes snorkeling with sea lions, tropical fish, and beautiful manta rays. On land, there will be numerous chances to observe giant tortoises and other amazing creatures in this one-of-a-kind destination.
Planning to follow in the footsteps of Charles Darwin and spot the extraordinary wildlife on the Galapagos Islands? A great way to make this journey is on a land-based tour: sleeping in hotels by night and shuttling between the islands by day. In between, you’ll have the chance to spot giant tortoises in their native habitat, snorkel with sea lions, hike up an active volcano and spend time experiencing the culture of these Enchanted Islands.
From snorkeling with sea turtles and hiking up a dormant volcano to spotting giant tortoises and penguins, a journey to the Galapagos brings an array of incredible sights and activities. With a cruise, you’ll get further from the main islands, and there’s no need to pack each day for a new hotel as your accommodation and transportation are combined. Use this guide to get the most out of your Galapagos cruise.
The Galapagos Islands are spectacular in so many ways, but even more so underwater. The seascapes of reefs, ledges, walls and extinct volcanic craters are teeming with wildlife – from sea lions and marine iguanas to turtles and schools of hammerhead sharks. This guide tells you all you need to know to discover one of the world's best diving destinations.
Originally from Germany, in 2010 I set out to explore South America and soon fell in love with the super-diverse country named Ecuador (and its neat little attachment Galapagos). What fascinates me...
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Hugh is originally from the U.S. and has been living in Ecuador since 2008. Over the years he has traveled to 48 countries and now uses his extensive knowledge and perspective as a world traveler...
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Originally from Switzerland, I found my way to the Galapagos Islands the first time in 2014 when I traveled around Ecuador, Peru & Bolivia. Since then I came regularly to Galapagos & finally moved...
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Suffering from a debilitating case of wanderlust since my teens, I have been fortunate to visit some of the most on incredible places on Earth. During my travels, however, I always seemed to be...
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I am interested in photography of nature, people and towns. On land and underwater. I plan to stay on three islands and would like help with guides and day or multiple day dive trips. I can extend my stay to 60 days total time on the islands to see most...
Traveler visited Galapagos Islands in May 2017
I want to travel to Galápagos islands with my grandson. It could be with cruise for four or five days. Flying in from Quito or Guayaquil. Please send a suggested itinerary to travel between 23 June and July 3. Also interested in City tour of Quito and to...
A couple visited Galapagos Islands in June 2017
We will be in Manta, Ecuador around the 17th. We were wondering the options for Galapagos tours. Would like to fly out of Guayaquil. I am unaware of the options to travel to the Galapagos and if the hotels are on the island. I am interested in...
Group of 3 friends visited Galapagos Islands in June 2017
