From $3,149
Guarantee
Small Group
Average
Rating
(20 reviews)
Experience Overview
Looking to give your kids a crash course in exotic wildlife? What better place to visit than “Darwin’s test kitchen,” the Galápagos? On this multi-activity trip, you’ll have the chance to snorkel, hike, kayak, and swim the islands, as well as visit a giant tortoise breeding centre and the Charles Darwin Research Station. Who says learning about nature has to be boring?
Highlights
- Encounter incredible wildlife
- Snorkel and swim with sea turtles and manta rays
- Kayak at Tortuga Bay
- Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station
- See giant tortoises in their natural habitat.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2765
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Moderate
Transport: Plane, speedboat, van, pickup truck, local bus, panga.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget, Family
Supplier Code: SEGF
Starts: Quito, Ecuador
Finishes: Quito, Ecuador
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Average
Includes
Activities
- Visit to a wildlife interpretation centre (San Cristóbal Island)
- Snorkelling trip to Isla Lobos (San Cristóbal Island)
- Swimming and snorkelling in Lobería (Santa Cruz Island)
- Excursion to see giant tortoises in the wild (Santa Cruz Island)
- Tortuga Bay walk and kayaking excursion (Santa Cruz Island)
- Charles Darwin Research Station visit (Santa Cruz Island)
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (7 nights).
- 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches
Transport
- Plane, speedboat, van, pickup truck, local bus, panga.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer)/Naturalist Guide while in the Galápagos Islands (certified by the Galápagos National Park Authority), local G Adventures Rep in Quito.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) $3,149 ($394 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Quito
Arrive at any time.
Day 2: Quito/San Cristóbal Island
Fly to San Cristóbal, the easternmost island of Galápagos and one of the oldest. The principal town is Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, the capital of the Galápagos. Visit La Lobería beach and keep your eyes open for marine life while you snorkel.
Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing on Mann Beach or swimming with playful sea lions as the frigate birds glide on the thermals.
In the evening, opt for a dinner and sample some of the island's fresh fish and produce.
Day 3: San Cristóbal Island
Snorkelling trip to Isla Lobos to search for marine life like sea turtles and manta rays and swim with sea lions. In the afternoon
visit the Interpretation Centre and learn more about the history of the Galápagos, sometimes referred to as “the Enchanted Islands.” Spend the rest of the remainder of the day relaxing on Mann Beach or swimming with playful sea lions as the frigate birds glide on the thermals.
The day begins with a short boat ride to Isla Lobos, an islet populated by numerous sea lions, which give the island its name. Spend the day snorkelling – a fantastic opportunity to observe the abundant marine life that Galápagos is renowned for. Back aboard the boat, sail to San Cristóbal, visit the Interpretation Center and then have free time to enjoy the beaches and surrounding areas.
Day 4: San Cristóbal Island/Santa Cruz Island
Travel by boat to Santa Cruz Island. On arrival, visit the highlands of the island to see Galápagos giant tortoises in the wild.
Day 5: Santa Cruz Island
Take a sea kayaking adventure at Tortuga Bay to explore the mangroves. Opt for a surf lesson in the afternoon.
Day 6: Santa Cruz Island
Head out on a bay boat tour to Playa de los Perros, Canal del Amor, and Las Grietas where there's time for some swimming or snorkelling. In the afternoon, visit the Charles Darwin Research Station.
Start the day on a boat tour around the bay to Playa de los Perros, Canal del Amor, and Las Grietas, spending time exploring, swimming, and snorkelling in the crystal clear water. Afterwards, visit the Charles Darwin Research Station, one of the places where you can easily spot the famous Galápagos tortoises.
Day 7: Santa Cruz Island/Quito
Fly back to Quito, where the rest of the day is free to explore the city.
After a transfer over the island of Santa Cruz, arrive at Baltra Island for our return flight to Quito. Upon arrival in Quito, transfer to the hotel for free time and one last night with newfound friends.
Day 8: Quito
Depart at any time.
Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Michael H. - Traveled, July 2024
Perfect family introduction to the Galapagos. Now need to return for a small ship based tour that includes all the other islands
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/16/2024
Daniel S. - Traveled, July 2024
This vacation was a magical trip that we will remember for the rest of our lives. Our guide was absolutely amazing and kept us engaged the entire time we were with her. If you have ever wanted to see the Galápagos Islands with your family, I would highly...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/14/2024
Sarah H. - Traveled, July 2024
Epic adventure
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/14/2024
Tamsyn J. - Traveled, May 2024
For us, this was a trip of a lifetime. We saw Orcas, swam with Sealions, Sea Turtles, Parrot fish, Marine Iguana's & sharks. Saw giant tortoise and all with the guidance of our incredible guide - Dario. Thank you.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/31/2024
Daniel J. - Traveled, April 2024
Trip of a life time we now have thw traveling bug and will be in touch we are think safari next
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/07/2024
Laura M. - Traveled, March 2024
We had a fantastic trip. Level of activity was perfect for my active, nature loving 9 year old. Dario made us feel very safe and comfortable.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/07/2024
Aaron A. - Traveled, March 2024
Third G adventure trip. i was disappointed with lack of service before we left. Sent several emails wanting to adjust itinary which were not answered. ultimately i had to do it all my self and it was too late once i was on the trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/07/2024
Benita T. - Traveled, March 2024
After two family trips in the past 15 months, I feel confident in the quality and consistency of the G Adventure tours. We plan on traveling with them until our youngest turns 18 and ages us out of the program!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/07/2024
Andrea C. - Traveled, January 2024
There was just the right amount of a activities and just the right amount of free time. Our CE0 was fabulous. He was friendly and knowledgeable and created a very fun atmosphere.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/27/2024
Lauren P. - Traveled, December 2023
Fun trip
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/09/2024
Anastasiya P. - Traveled, December 2023
Greatly organised trip, wish there is transport to and from Tortuga bay.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/09/2024
Stephen B. - Traveled, December 2023
It was fun, educational, well organized, always on time. My family loved it, the other families were liked mined and great to hang out with and we made really good friends with them. This will go down as one of the best family vacations we have ever...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/08/2024
Sarah B. - Traveled, December 2023
This was an incredible trip for all the family. We all learned a lot, saw so much local wildlife, birds, fish, sharks, turtles, tortoises, iguanas. Our group had children aged 10 to 19 with parents and there was something for everything. Our local gui...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/07/2024
Cristi S. - Traveled, December 2023
It was an amazing trip that took the stress out of traveling. Just enough of everything for us.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/07/2024
Christine B. - Traveled, December 2023
The overall experience of my trip was wonderful. I am truly coming away from this experience having learned and enjoyed myself so much. The wildlife in the Galapagos is incredible. I loved all of our activities, met so many great people, and we had the b...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/05/2024
Ryan H. - Traveled, December 2023
Wonderful experience. Feel like we were safely guided in all ways to make the most of the destination.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/05/2024
Christopher S. - Traveled, December 2023
My family and I were very pleased to experience the Galápagos Islands with G Adventures. We had excellent accommodations and activities lined up for us. They allowed us to experience the culture and enjoy all that the islands have to offer. We found ...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/04/2024
Matthew M. - Traveled, August 2024
Amazing, we definitely felt we had amazing experiences and got value for our money. We would definitely use G Adventures again. G Adventures secret sauce is your CEOs. I still remember my CEO from 15 years ago and it was the reason we were confident t...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/03/2024
Frederic B. - Traveled, August 2024
Gadventure provided the travel experience they were advertising! Our trip was well planned. Our guide was delightful. Just lasting memories for us and a desire to go back there.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/23/2024
Laurie S. - Traveled, August 2024
I can’t say enough good things about this tour. Our tour guide went above and beyond to make the trip comfortable, engaging, and enjoyable. I was surprised that one of the most enjoyable things about the tour was bonding with the other families. We wi...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/22/2024
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