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Outstanding Vacation in Paradise
Galapagos Islands | Jul 17 - Jul 27, 2026

Clara
Clara S.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

We had an amazing time in Quito and the Galapagos this summer. All the arrangements for pick up, drop off tours were planned and executed by the guides and drivers to perfection. We feasted on local seafood fusion delights, went swimming with sea lions and sea turtles and met kind Ecuadorian people at every turn.

Our guides, especially Viviana in Santa Cruz and Ian in San Cristobal were wonderful and gracious. They had all the local knowledge and presented it with enthusiasm!!

Special thanks to Nichole for welcoming, planning and rearranging accommodations when needed.

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Local specialist: Maria Jose Jaramillo
Maria Jose
Maria Jose Jaramillo
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Aug 12, 2026
Dear Clara, Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a beautiful review!
It makes me very happy to know that you had such an amazing experience in Quito and the Galápagos, and that everything went smoothly throughout your journey. I feel so happy to have organized such a wonderful trip for you and Guy. And Nicole is also very happy to have been part of the organization and operation of your journey and to have helped you along the way. It was a pleasure taking care of all the... Read more

Dear Clara,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a beautiful review!
It makes me very happy to know that you had such an amazing experience in Quito and the Galápagos, and that everything went smoothly throughout your journey.

I feel so happy to have organized such a wonderful trip for you and Guy. And Nicole is also very happy to have been part of the organization and operation of your journey and to have helped you along the way.

It was a pleasure taking care of all the details for you, and I’m especially glad we were able to make the room change in San Cristóbal and that you enjoyed that enchanting island so much!

Thank you again for trusting us with such a special journey. We hope to welcome you back to Ecuador and the Galápagos someday! 🐢

Warm hugs,
Majo & Nicole

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