Galapagos Land & Sea — Central & South Islands aboard the Yolita

7 Days
From $3,949
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Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Average

Rating


(21 reviews)

Experience Overview

Spend five days exploring the Galápagos Islands aboard the Yolita and enjoy the beaches, history, and wildlife of the central and southern islands. When you want to spend some time underwater, make sure to check out the Devil’s Crown in Floreana, a snorkeller’s paradise and home to some of the most impressive marine life in the Galápagos. Bird lovers will have their hands full too, with stops at some pretty notable birdwatching spots on Cerro Dragón. When you’re done connecting with the wildlife, get over to Post Office Bay to learn about its history and, of course, to drop off a postcard.

Highlights

  • Five days exploring the Galápagos Islands
  • Enjoy an amazing snorkelling experience at the Devil's Crown
  • Visit Post Office Bay
  • Cerro Dragón for some excellent birdwatching
  • Snorkel with the local wildlife.

Trip Details

Product CodeProduct Code: 2827

Tour TypeTour Type: Small Group

AccommodationAccommodation: Moderate

TransportTransport: Plane, motorized yacht (Yolita), van, panga, private bus.

Guide LanguageGuide Language: English

Travel StylesTravel Styles: Budget

Supplier CodeSupplier Code: SEVL07YB

StartStarts: Quito, Ecuador

FinishFinishes: Quito, Ecuador

DurationDuration: 7 days

DeparturesDepartures: Guaranteed

Physical RatingPhysical rating: Average

Includes

Activities

  • Arrival transfer
  • Certified Galápagos National Park Service Guide
  • Cruise the Galápagos Islands aboard the Yolita (3 nts)
  • All meals aboard the Yolita
  • Overnight on Santa Cruz Island
  • Tortuga Bay hike and kayak (Santa Cruz Island)
  • Excursion to see giant tortoises in the wild (Santa Cruz Island)
  • Visit to Post Office Bay (Floreana Island)
  • Snorkelling at Corona del Diablo
  • Onboard snorkelling equipment and wetsuits while aboard the Yolita
  • Internal flights
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

  • Hotels (3 nts), aboard the Yolita in twin-share cabins (3 nts).
  • 6 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners

Transport

  • Plane, motorized yacht (Yolita), van, panga, private bus.

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) $3,949 ($564 /day)

Itinerary

1

Day 1: Quito

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
There are no planned activities, so check into the hotel and enjoy the city. A G Adventures representative will greet you at the hotel and brief the group on the various aspects of the tour.

2

Day 2: Quito/Santa Cruz Island

Fly to Baltra. Meet the CEO and transfer to Puerto Ayora. Check into the hotel followed by lunch. Enjoy an afternoon hike to Tortuga Bay along with a kayak ride.

3

Day 3: Puerto Ayora/Santa Cruz Island

Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station in the morning before boarding the Yolita. Get to know the crew and settle in. This afternoon, visit a tortoise reserve in the Santa Cruz highlands.

4

Day 4: Punta Cormorant/Floreana Island

This morning, snorkel at Devil's Crown, a coral reef surrounded by an eroded volcanic crater, the perfect home for marine life. Look out for small sharks, rays and schools of tropical fish. In the afternoon, make sure you have a postcard to leave behind on a visit to Post Office Bay.

5

Day 5: Chinese Hat/Cerro Dragón

Visit the white sand beach at Chinese Hat in the morning, before an afternoon at Cerro Dragón for an opportunity to break out the binoculars and do some excellent birdwatching.

6

Day 6: Black Turtle Cove/Quito

In the early morning, explore the mangrove lagoon at Black Turtle Cove before transferring to the airport for a flight back to Quito. Enjoy a final night out on the town.

7

Day 7: 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

 

Diana M.   -  Traveled, July 2024

An exceptional trip where the wildlife came to you. :)

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 07/16/2024

 

Jacob L.   -  Traveled, July 2024

This was the trip of a lifetime! It was made complete by the captain, crew, and CEO. Milton made sure we all had a great time and got to see everything we wanted to. He accommodated to our preferences and catered to all needs of the group. On the boat, i...

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 07/16/2024

 

Rosalind N.   -  Traveled, June 2024

Excellent

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/19/2024

 

Ross M.   -  Traveled, June 2024

We enjoyed Quito in addition to the Galapagos; the experience of seeing animals in their natural habitat in the Islands was special and memorable. We thought our CEO Milton was exceptionally awesome.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/08/2024

 

Tonia S.   -  Traveled, May 2024

Visiting the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador was an absolutely AMAZING experience. It was definitely a once in a lifetime opportunity that I'm so glad we were able to do as a family. Many memories were made with my family and new friendships were made w...

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/05/2024

 

Sheila S.   -  Traveled, May 2024

The overall experience was absolutely amazing and would love to go back and visit again!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/05/2024

 

James B.   -  Traveled, May 2024

Excellent memorable trip.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/31/2024

 

James E.   -  Traveled, May 2024

My overall experience was fantastic, thanks to the guides and the crew (and of course the amazing Galapagos islands)

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/10/2024

 

Joanna E.   -  Traveled, April 2024

We were impressed by the high quality of all our arrangements and felt well taken care of on land and sea. Amazing staff, excellent food, wonderful itinerary and excellent accommodations. Will definitely come back for more tours.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/27/2024

 

Cynthia C.   -  Traveled, April 2024

Had a great time, everything was well planned out and organized. The only thing I'd complain about was the coffee on board the Yolita -- didn't seem to be made fresh.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/26/2024

 

Bridget B.   -  Traveled, April 2024

We have never travelled with G Adventures before this trip. On New Years Day every year my Husband and I get out the Globe and decide where we will go for our "big" annual trip. This year he wanted to go to the Galapagos but I wanted to see Brazil , Peru...

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/23/2024

 

Clive G.   -  Traveled, March 2024

Excellent it was a great experience, not only the wildlife but the operators as well made it memorable

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/03/2024

 

Catherine B.   -  Traveled, March 2024

Overall experience was great. However I don't know why we had to be at the airport so early for each flight, definitely over cautious

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 03/26/2024

 

Deborah P.   -  Traveled, March 2024

Without a doubt, my favorite trip to date. It’s going to be hard to top it!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 03/18/2024

 

Emma N.   -  Traveled, January 2024

This trip was incredible. We saw so much in five short days in the Galapagos, including all my bucket list animals. Our guide and boat were amazing, fantastic all around.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 01/30/2024

 

Bryan C.   -  Traveled, January 2024

A very enjoyable holiday which met, and often exceeded, our hopes and expectations..

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 01/30/2024

 

Aisling R.   -  Traveled, December 2023

Fantastic trip with great team to look after your every need. Beautiful animals that you would not see anywhere else. Scuba diving catered for all levels, a trip of a lifetime I will never forget!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 12/16/2023

 

Karen R.,   -  Traveled, November 2023

Terrific small group experience. Packed a lot of experiences into the trip at a really good pace. CEO was exceptionally knowledgeable and really made the trip.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 12/07/2023

 

Christian A.   -  Traveled, November 2023

Awesome trip with alot of memorable moments. But sometimes one activity less would be good.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/21/2023

 

Nicholas R.   -  Traveled, November 2023

Excellent introduction to Galapagos. Fast paced, fulfilling experience. We made the most of our short time on the islands.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/07/2023

 

Priscilla S.   -  Traveled, October 2023

Excellent and would recommend to anyone!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/06/2023

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