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Galapagos Discovery

Trip Type: Wildlife

9 Days
| 1 - 16 People

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NZD $3,679.86 /Person
Take in the highlights of the unique flora and fauna-rich islands of the Galapagos on this nine-day adventure. With flights to and from Quito, …
Galapagos Discovery

Take in the highlights of the unique flora and fauna-rich islands of the Galapagos on this nine-day adventure. With flights to and from Quito, a flexible itinerary and an expert local leader to give you all the best recommendations, you’ll be able to tailor your trip to do more of what you love. From rubbing shoulders with giant tortoises to gazing up in wonder at the spectacular blue-footed boobies’ synchronised fishing technique, the Galapagos offers the chance to see an abundance of rare creatures at close range. You might find yourself snorkelling with sea lions, swimming with sea turtles or kicking back on the beach, surrounded by one of the world’s most fascinating ecosystems.

Itinerary

Day 1: Quito

Day 2: Isla Santa Cruz

Day 3: Isla Isabela

Day 4: Isla Isabela

Day 5: Isla Santa Cruz

Day 6: Isla San Cristobal

Day 7: Isla San Cristobal

Day 8: Quito

Day 9: Quito

Trip Inclusions

Meals

0 breakfasts and 0 dinners are included

Transport

Plane, Speed boat, Private Vehicle, Public bus

Accomodation

Hotel (2 nights), Guesthouse (6 nights)

Included Activities

  • Isla Santa Cruz - Tortuga Bay walk
  • Isla Santa Cruz - Highlands Visit (1.5 hours) - Dry Landing
  • Isla Isabela - Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre
  • Isla Santa Cruz - The Galapagos Conservancy (The Intrepid Foundation partner) visit
  • Isla Santa Cruz - Charles Darwin Research Centre (45 Minutes)
  • Isla San Cristobal - Interpretation Center (45 minutes)
  • Isla San Cristobal - Snorkelling in Tijeretas Hill
  • San Cristobal - Excursion to Leon Dormido (Kicker Rock) or Lobos Islands
Trip Highlights
  • Get your blood pumping as you scale Sierra Negra Volcano during an optional – but rewarding – hike, then cool off with a swim in the clear waters of Isla Isabela’s beaches.
  • Get up close and personal with giant tortoises on Isla Santa Cruz and watch as these enormous animals drag themselves through the sand.
  • Learn about the unique habits of the marine iguana. This small, dinosaur-like creature has an iridescent sheen and is only found on this archipelago.
  • Watch the acrobatic routines of blue-footed boobies and the death-defying stunts of the frigate birds as they whiz through the air – bird watching on the Galapagos is quite an experience!
  • Choose from plenty of optional activities – with generous amounts of free time and an expert local leader by your side to give you all the best recommendations, you can explore the Galapagos at your own pace.
Dates & Availability

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Provided by
Intrepid
Reference Code: GGRR
Trip Location
Trip Starts: Quito, Ecuador
Trip Ends: Quito, Ecuador
Countries Visited: Ecuador

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Destination Details

Ecuador
| 9 Days
| 1 - 16 People