Galapagos Island
Situated in the Pacific Ocean some 1,000 km from the South American continent, these 19 islands and the surrounding marine reserve have been called a unique ‘living museum and showcase of evolution’. Located at the confluence of three ocean currents, the Galápagos are a ‘melting pot’ of marine species. The ongoing seismic and volcanic activity reflects the processes that formed the islands. These processes, together with the extreme isolation of the islands, led to the development of unusual animal life – such as the land iguana, the giant tortoise, and the many types of finch – that inspired Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution by natural selection following his visit in 1835.
Day 1
Meeting with the guide at Baltra airport in Galapagos. Transfer to the Galapagos Safari Camp. In the afternoon, visit The Twin Craters on bikes and the Giant Tortoise Reserve. We'll also visit the Lava Tunnels, and back to the camp. Dinner and accommodation.
Day 3
Breakfast and full-day excursion in Yacht to one of these islands: Bartolomé / Bahía Sullivan, Seymour / Bachas, Plazas / Punta Carrión, Santa Fe, or similar with lunch included on board. In the afternoon back to the hotel. Dinner and accommodation.
Day 4
Breakfast and full-day excursion in Yacht to one of these islands: Bartolomé / Bahía Sullivan, Seymour / Bachas, Plazas / Punta Carrión, Santa Fe, or similar with lunch included on board. In the afternoon back to the hotel. Dinner and accommodation.
** Important: While the Cotopaxi National Park remains closed, by the eruptive activity of the volcano, we will visit the Quilotoa Volcano, which has in its crater a stunning turquoise lagoon, making it one of the most beautiful landscapes of Ecuador.
Day 2
Breakfast and transfer to Puerto Ayora. In the morning excursion to Tortuga Bay Beach, after a 40-minute walk (approx.) we will arrive at this magic place, one of the most beautiful beaches in the Galapagos! “Playa mansa” is where we can swim and enjoy the beach. Free time for lunch (not included). In the afternoon, tour around the bay on a yacht, starting with a visit to “La Lobería”, named because of the presence of sea lions. Here you will be able to swim or snorkel. Then we proceed with our tour to the “Canal del Amor”, a marvelous site where nature gives us an unforgettable view; at the end of this channel, a viewpoint where we can observe reef sharks; from here we continue with a short walk to see the marine iguanas that inhabit in “Playa de los Perros”. Punta Estrada will also be visited. Back to the camp. Dinner and accommodation.
Day 5
Breakfast and transfer to the airport to take your flight to Quito or Guayaquil.