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One of the worlds foremost destinations for wildlife viewing

Galapagos Island Overview

 

Capital:  Puerto Baquerizo Moreno 

Time Zone: GMT -6

Average Flight Time: 22+ hours (Non-Direct)

Currency:   US Dollar

The Galapagos Islands offer a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife adventure, where you can encounter giant tortoises, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies and playful sea lions in one of the world's most extraordinary natural environments

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Peru, Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands

KEY INFORMATION

•  14 nights’ carefully chosen accommodation sharing a twin/double room

•  Breakfast each day, four lunches and one dinner

• Countries visited: Peru & Ecuador

 

WHAT'S INCLUDED

•  Entrances and Galapagos National Park fees

•  Return flights to Cusco (returning from Quito)

•  Internal flights from Lima to Cusco, from Cusco to Quito (via Lima), from Quito to Baltra and San Cristobal to Quito

•  An inter-island ferry and bay cruise in the Galápagos

•  Comfortable, air-conditioned coach travel and transfers

•  Fully escorted by a friendly, knowledgeable tour manager

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Complete Galápagos

KEY INFORMATION

•16 nights / 17 days

• Small group tour

• 2 nights hotel accommodation, 14 nights twin-share cabin

• 15 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 14 dinners

 

WHAT'S INCLUDED

•  Arrival transfer

•  Certified Galápagos National Park Service Guide

•  Cruise the Galápagos Islands aboard the Yolita

•  All meals aboard the Yolita

•  Excursion to see red-footed boobies (Genovesa Island)

•  Hike to the Bartolomé Island viewpoint overlooking the famous Pinnacle Rock

•  Sierra Negra Hike (Isabela Island)

•  Chance to see flightless cormorants and penguins (Isabela Island)

•  Spot frigate birds and blue-footed boobies (North Seymour Island)

•  Snorkelling at Corona del Diablo, Isla Lobos and Gardner Bay

•  Excursion to see giant tortoises in the wild (Santa Cruz Island)

•  Visit to Post Office Bay (Floreana Island)

•  Onboard snorkelling equipment and wetsuits while aboard the Yolita

•  Internal flights

•  All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

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Galápagos Islands Wildlife Expedition Cruise

WHAT'S INCLUDED

•  Return flights in economy class 

•  Three nights in Quito before the expedition cruise, including breakfast and dinner on DAY 2 and 3 

•  All transfers in Quito, transfers between Baltra Airport and ship 

•  Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice   

• Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) on board

• Complimentary tea and coffee on board

• Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with limited connection. Streaming is not supported

• Complimentary reusable water bottle to use at water refill stations on board   

• English-speaking Expedition Team who guide activities and provide educational information on board and ashore   

• Welcome and farewell cocktails

•  Use of the ship’s Science Center which has a library, microscopes and samples  

• Citizen Science programme allows guests to assist with live scientific research  

• Professional onboard photographer gives tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos  

• Use of the ship’s hot tubs and gym

 • Landings, hikes, coastal exploration, and activities including kayaking, snorkeling, and our glass-bottom boat    

• Complimentary wetsuit rental

Sea Turtle Swimming
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