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Experience Overview
Strike a balance between genuine encounters with Mother Nature and the comfort of land accommodations on this 10-day Galápagos tour. Explore Ecuador's capital, Quito, on your own before hopping on a flight to the Galápagos Islands where an incredible diversity in wildlife awaits. Go snorkelling at the dramatic Kicker Rock, visit a sea lion nursery, and go birdwatching in the highlands of Floreana. With upgraded hotels and private speedboat transfers, you'll be well-rested and ready to take in the unique splendour that these islands offer.
Highlights
- Encounter marine iguanas and blue-footed boobies
- Snorkel among volcanic formations
- Walk on the black-sand beaches of Floreana Island
- Dine at G Adventures-supported community restaurants
- Visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre
- Dip into the Papallacta hot springs
Trip Details
Product Code: 2797
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Moderate
Transport: Private speedboat, private vehicle, plane.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Classic
Supplier Code: SEQU
Starts: Quito, Ecuador
Finishes: Papallacta, Ecuador
Duration: 10 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Average
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Floreana Community Restaurants, Floreana Island Your Wellness Moment: Papallacta Hot Springs Visit, Papallacta
- Snorkelling excursion to Kicker Rock
- Visit a sea lion colony and go snorkelling at La Lobería (Floreana Island)
- Highlands excursion (Floreana Island)
- Tintoreras excursion (Isabela Island)
- Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre visit
- Isabela Municipal Tax
- Opportunities for snorkelling, swimming, and incredible wildlife encounters
- Papallacta hot spring visit
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (9 nts).
- 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
- Private speedboat, private vehicle, plane.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer)/Naturalist Guide while in the Galápagos Islands (certified by the Galápagos National Park Authority).
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $4611 (CAD $461 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Quito
Arrive at any time.
If you are not able to attend the welcome meeting, our representative will leave all important information at your hotel's reception indicating what time to be ready the next day.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - The adventure begins today. Feel free to explore, but make sure you're back in time to meet the group. Your G Representative will review the details of your tour.Accommodation - NH Collection Royal Quito
Day 2: Quito/San Cristóbal Island
Fly to the Galápagos Islands. Visit the Interpretation Centre in the afternoon to learn about the natural history of the area. Explore the trails around the centre and opt to snorkel at nearby Las Tijeretas.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Activity - Learn about the history of the Galápagos Islands from the very beginning of their volcanic origins through to today’s conservation efforts. Tour the Human History exhibit to learn about the islands’ discovery and colonization, and discover the natural history and variety of flora and fauna that make the Galápagos so fascinating.Accommodation - Blue Marlin Hotel
Day 3: San Cristóbal Island
Snorkel at Kicker Rock, an impressive volcanic rock formation, rich in wildlife diversity both under the surface and above.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Embark on a snorkelling adventure at Kicker Rock, one of the most stunning landmarks in the Galápagos Islands that’s home to an incredibly diverse range of marine life that inhabits the nutrient-rich water. Explore the rock which rises 150m (492 ft) above the ocean's surface, and is divided into two parts by a narrow channel. See an array of sharks and fish that are drawn to the rock and provide for an exhilarating unique snorkelling experience.Accommodation - Blue Marlin Hotel
Day 4: San Cristóbal Island/Floreana Island
Travel by speedboat to Floreana Island. Walk along the black sand beach until La Lobería with its resident sea lion colony, and enjoy meals at the G Adventures-supported community restaurants that help to support community tourism on the island.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Cut swiftly through the water en route to the next stop (and hang on to your hat).Activity - Follow the black sand beach to La Lobería a sea lion nursery. The white-sand beach, protected bay, and turquoise waters are perfect for a swim or snorkel.Activity - To further benefit the community on Floreana island G has provided training to residents for all aspects of tourism, including food preparation and service. The community will provide your meals while staying on this small island. The meals are rotated amongst different community members in order to spread out the benefits of tourism. While eating at the community restaurants you will be contributing to the self-sufficiency of the first community tourism operator in the Galápagos.Accommodation - Floreana Lava Lodge
Day 5: Floreana Island/Isabela Island
Head up to the seldom-visited highlands of Floreana in the early morning. Enjoy guided walks to observe birds and other wildlife and learn about the area's natural history. Then, transfer by speedboat to Isabela Island. In the afternoon, take a wildlife boat excursion to 'Islote Tintoreras' to view breeding white-tip reef sharks, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, rays, and penguins.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Head up to the seldom-visited highlands of Floreana. Hear the tales about the pirates, whalers, seal hunters and buccaneers who once lived in this isolated and unique landscape.Transport - Cut swiftly through the water en route to the next stop (and hang on to your hat).Activity - Go snorkelling at the islet Las Tintoreras, located south of Puerto Villamil – it's the perfect place to glide along watching the magic unfold under the water’s surface. Enjoy a small calm turquoise bay to look for the whitetip reef shark, which are fairly common in the archipelago. (The sharks are called Tintorera in Spanish, which is where the site gets its name.) Keep an eye out for sea lions, sea turtles, marine iguanas, and rays as well as the sharks.Accommodation - Hotel Cally
Day 6: Isabela Island
Enjoy free time to explore Isabela Island. Opt to hike Sierra Negra, go snorkelling at Los Tuneles, or take it easy. In the afternoon, visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Enjoy a free morning on the island to explore on your own. Optional activities like snorkelling and hiking can be arranged in destination.Activity - Walk through the town’s wetlands to visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre. With the giant tortoise on its way to extinction in the late 1950s, this program was established to protect these noble creatures.Accommodation - Hotel Cally
Day 7: Isabela Island/Santa Cruz Island
In the morning, transfer by speedboat to Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island. Enjoy time for optional activities in Puerto Ayora before an evening out in town.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Cut swiftly through the water en route to the next stop (and hang on to your hat).Free_time - Enjoy free time to explore the island on your own and at your own pace.Accommodation - Villa Laguna
Day 8: Santa Cruz Island/Papallacta
Say goodbye to the Islands and take a flight back to the mainland. Upon arrival, transfer to Papallacta.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hotel Termas Papallacta
Day 9: Papallacta
Relax in the hot springs of Papallacta while taking in the volcanic views. Opt to go for a hike nearby for prime birdwatching.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Soak in the natural hot springs the area is known for and let the mineral waters, which vary in temperature, soothe your body. Make your way through the circuit with views of the Antisana volcano in the distance. After an hour in the mineral springs, the group will have lunch together at the nearby restaurant featuring regional cuisine specialities.Accommodation - Hotel Termas Papallacta
Day 10: Papallacta
Depart at any time.
Papallacta is located roughly 35 minutes from the Mariscal Sucre International airport in Quito. The lodge can assist in booking a taxi for you.
Meals included: Breakfast
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Holly C. - Traveled, April 2024
This was an unforgettable trip, made perfect by a well organised tour, an exceptional guide, and a totally stress free holiday. The Galapagos Islands are truly the most special place in the world.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/28/2024
Carol L. - Traveled, April 2024
Very happy with the range of locations included and variety of accommodation.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/26/2024
Siamak N. - Traveled, April 2024
An excellent experience and a very good way to sample the Galapagos Islands in a relatively short time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/23/2024
Alexandra M. - Traveled, March 2024
One of the best trips always - truly once in a life time type of holiday!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/03/2024
Yan-Xin L. - Traveled, February 2024
This was my first time using G Adventures and I would use them again. Made everything easy where I didn't have to worry about hotels, travel from place to place. Local guide was great and provided suggestions for good restaurants. The food that was i...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/27/2024
Robin M. - Traveled, March 2024
Galapagos is one of the most amazing places I have ever been and will dream of when I can go back.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/15/2024
Mylene T. - Traveled, March 2024
This was my first group tour (we usually travel
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/15/2024
Cynthia S. - Traveled, March 2024
Our G-Adventure trip to Ecuador to visit the Galapagos Islands and Papallacta Hot Springs was magical! We experienced wildlife encounters with sea lions, colorful tropical fish, sea turtles, marine lizards, tortoises, penguins and numerous bird species. ...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/08/2024
Elena T. - Traveled, March 2024
Very positive. Out of my many trips with G Adventures this one was the best organised, bright and easy. I really enjoyed it very much. The number of wild animals we were exposed to, accommodations, transport, CEO, everything - was just great.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/06/2024
Victoria K. - Traveled, February 2024
I had a great experience throughout the tour. We had a good group; the CEO was knowledgeable and friendly, and the entire vacation was great. I will recommend this tour to my friends and family.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/03/2024
Kristen C. - Traveled, February 2024
When looking for a Galapagos trip, I really wanted to do a cruise based one but the price for a solo traveler was out of my price range. I'm very happy with my land-based experience. I don't feel like I missed out on much (other than my previous ...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/02/2024
Susan K. - Traveled, February 2024
great tour
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/01/2024
Sharon M. - Traveled, February 2024
Fabulous ?? my holiday of a lifetime
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/25/2024
Louise V. - Traveled, February 2024
He was kind, personable, and did an exceptional job helping our fellow traveler with her fear of water on snorkeling adventures. Go Gustavo!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/19/2024
Simon F. - Traveled, February 2024
We had an amazing trip to the Galápagos Islands. A land based tour gave us a really great insight to the culture and atmosphere in the islands. The knowledge and enthusiasm of Gustavo was great. Unfortunately it was just too short.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/06/2024
May W. - Traveled, January 2024
Passionate guide with very good local knowledge about nature and people sharing with us the amazing beauty of the Galapagos.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/05/2024
Juraj S. - Traveled, December 2023
Not enough time :-)
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/05/2024
Erin E. - Traveled, January 2024
We had an amazing experience. And I loved getting a couple nights at the end in Papallacta to relax and enjoy the spa.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/03/2024
Veronika L. - Traveled, January 2024
A breathtaking experience, we have seen so many animals, beautiful islands, our CEO answered any questions and obviously loves his country and sharing his love with us. Amazing trip!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/03/2024
Katie D. - Traveled, January 2024
The Galapagos were a marvel and I felt with our small group we were able to get a closer experience than most.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/22/2024
Hugh C. - Traveled, January 2024
It was a rich, unique, enjoyable experience and beautiful. Early mornings and some tricky walking were challenging, as were my flights to participate.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/20/2024
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