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Affordable Galapagos 8 Days Tour

8 days
Start and end in Guayaquil
4.7
15 traveler reviews
Affordable Galapagos 8 Days Tour - GUIDEcuador Travel
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English, Spanish
Group Size 2 - 12
Age range 18 to 75
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Highlights

  • Explore downtown Guayaquil on arrival day
  • Kayak and snorkel at Darwin Bay
  • Snorkel with marine life at Kicker Rock
  • Visit Tortoise Ranch on Santa Cruz Island
  • Hike Sierra Negra Volcano or tour Wetlands

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 ARRIVAL TO ECUADOR
  2. Day 2 FLIGHT TO GALAPAGOS (SAN CRISTOBAL AIRPORT)
  3. Day 3 SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND
  4. Day 4 SANTA CRUZ ISLAND
  5. Day 5 ISABELA ISLAND
  6. Day 6 ISABELA ISLAND
  7. Day 7 BARTOLOME ISLAND
  8. Day 8 FLIGHT BACK TO GUAYAQUIL OR QUITO
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Number of tours

75

Age Range

4 to 80 years old

Response time

5 hours

Response rate

100%

Guidecuador Travel. is a Destination Management Company (DMC) offering wholesale group rates on accommodation, transportation, attractions and more to adult groups, families or solo travelers. We offer an incredible range of complete group tours and day trips to a wide variety of destinations in...

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Customer Reviews

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    Excellent
    4.7
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.3
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  • Affordable Galapagos 8 Days Tour reviewer 1
    · June 9th, 2024
    The guides were very good. Advertising over promised and in some cases was misleading - I had the impression that there was a fixed group of people on the tour.
    GUIDEcuador Travel commented on this review
    Hello Ross, we are very sorry for the confusion, the tour you purchased was configured as shared, and included standard hotels. By the way, we are very happy that you enjoyed the wonderful Galapagos Islands with our best guides, we hope you return very... Show more
    Trip date: May 2024
  • JZ
    · May 22nd, 2024
    Guides were helpful and knowledgeable. They added a great deal to my experience
    GUIDEcuador Travel commented on this review
    Hello Jhon we are very happy that you enjoyed the wonderful Galapagos Islands, that you had a very pleasant time and that you will return very soon to continue discovering the hidden wonders that we offer. We send you a big hug. Guidecuador Team
    Trip date: May 2024
  • A
    · February 19th, 2024
    Just wanted to share that our trip to the Galapagos Islands was fantastic. Everything worked out seamlessly! The hotels and the tours recommended by Guidecuador were excellent! Hotel locations in particular were ideal. We did all as promised, especially the awesome snorkeling with sharks and pinguins, that experience was very special for us. Also, the communication with the staff was very easy for us too. It was nice that we could all check out the daily plan at any time, and be able to pull up all the vouchers and tickets Thank you again Sofia and Alejandro from Guidecuador for making our bucket list place tour an unforgettable lifetime experience. We will definitely go back to you guys in our next trip to Latin America.
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    GUIDEcuador Travel commented on this review
    Hello Aurora! We are so happy that you had such an incredible experience in the Galapagos. Our best reward is to know that you enjoyed fully your trip, and your comments remind us that the satisfaction of our clients it's our priority. We hope to see... Show more
    Trip date: February 2024
  • Affordable Galapagos 8 Days Tour reviewer 4
    · February 3rd, 2024
    Most excursions were good except for two e versions: The one from Santa Cruz to Baltelomeo, the cruise ride was very rough and the captain was going too fast. And the last at Sierra Negra. Time was too tight and the terrain was very muddy. We had to leave the group and return on our own not to miss checking out of the hotel in Isabella Island and catch the speed boat back to Santa Cruz
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    GUIDEcuador Travel commented on this review
    Hello Michel, thanks for share with us your travel experience, your comments will help us to improve our services. We hope you enjoyed your time at Galapagos and take home a good memory of this magical place. Hoping to see you soon in another adventure... Show more
    Trip date: January 2024
  • Affordable Galapagos 8 Days Tour reviewer 5
    · December 11th, 2023
    The islands are great. The hotels are ok, except the one in Santa Cruz witch is great, Hotel Isla. The trekking for the volcano in Isabela is very tiring, and there is no time to change before taking the speedboat back to Santa Cruz. Tourradar could give the guests the possibility to fly back, even with an extra cost. The snorkel were great, really incredible, specially the one in Leon Dormido, Kicker Rock. In all I strongly recommend this tour. Gustavo
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    GUIDEcuador Travel commented on this review
    Hello Gustavo, We are so glad you enjoyed your trip to Galapagos, and we thank you for this feedback, we will take your recommendation into account in order to improve our services., and offer a more personalized experience. Waiting to see you again in... Show more
    Trip date: December 2023
  • MM
    · September 27th, 2023
    Love the model. I would do it again?
    GUIDEcuador Travel commented on this review
    Hello Mark, Thanks for trust in us with this trip. We would love to help you again with another trip in Galapagos and Latin America. We send you a big hug
    Trip date: September 2023
  • BH
    · November 1st, 2022
    A good variety of tours, knowledgable guides, and a surreal atmosphere. Everything is made easy for you so you just show up and enjoy the wildlife.
    Trip date: October 2022
  • Affordable Galapagos 8 Days Tour reviewer 8
    · December 31st, 2021
    We had such a satisfying experience with our travel designer and Guidecuador Travel. Alejandro was very attentive, prompt and planned the most memorable holiday in the Galapagos and Ecuador mainland! From the very beginning, we knew that the designer was the fit for us. He understood exactly the type of vacation style we were looking for and completely exceeded our expectations! Our entire itinerary moved seamlessly from transfers to tours and flights. Alejandro was always a text or phone call away to answer any questions we had no matter the time of day. His customer service and attention to detail were not only evident when speaking to him but in the itinerary itself. We had the best lodging with breathtaking views at every stop! The tour guides were also first class and it always felt that we received the best service no matter where we went. I highly recommend this travel company and Alejandro to anyone looking for a once-in-a-lifetime holiday to Galapagos and Ecuador mainland. He is simply the best in the business and I will use no one else the next time we return to South America!
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    GUIDEcuador Travel commented on this review
    Dear Amelia, It was a pleasure to assist you and be part of your wonderful vacation in Ecuador. Thanks again for your words and comments about our Company , we will look forward to meet you once again in South America. Warm Regards and Happy New Year... Show more
    Trip date: November 2021
  • CW
    · February 24th, 2020
    The tour started very badly when no guide arrived for the first evening orientation and no-one was at the hotel the next morning as promised to take us to the airport. Once in the Galapagos most activities went very well. One tour contact did not speak English but otherwise the guides were very good. We have not had any contact with GuideEcuador since the beginning.and no follow up as to a promise of making amends for the frustration felt when we were very concerned that maybe there was no trip to be had. Jose and Sofia in San Cristobal, Dario in Santa Cruz and Paola on Isabella were excellent. The snorkelling guide on Isabella was very poor in organization and instruction. We had expected a follow up from Guide Ecuador
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    GUIDEcuador Travel commented on this review
    Dear Cathy, we apreciate your review it help us correcting few issues , for next time assist you and many other clients on the best way as normally , We apologize if you felt a bit unconfortable , we guarantee , if we meet you next time in South America... Show more
    Trip date: February 2020
  • M
    · January 31st, 2020
    Perfect tour!! An amazing 2 weeks holliday around The Galapagos and Ecuador , fantastic Tours and guides with lots of interesting history and background to the places we visited. We are from Australia where people like to travel , and this was one of the best tours we have done in South America. Absolutely loved their hospitality. Thank you Alex and Guidecuador Travel!!
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    GUIDEcuador Travel commented on this review
    Dear Michael , we apreciate all your perfect comments , thnak you once again saludos
    Trip date: October 2019

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Affordable Galapagos 8 Days Tour
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    • What is the best way to contact you for further inquiries?

      You can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button for any further questions.

    • What other destinations do you offer tours to besides Galapagos?

      We offer tours to Peru, Colombia, and Guatemala in addition to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.

    • How does the transportation work between islands during the tour?

      Transportation between islands is typically included as part of the package.

    • Are there any specific age restrictions for participants on the tour?

      There are no specific age restrictions, but physical fitness levels might be taken into account.

    • How can I purchase my tickets to Galapagos?

      You can either book your own tickets or let us assist you with the booking for a fee.

    • What is included in the tour package regarding meals?

      Meals are generally included, but specific arrangements can vary by itinerary.

    • When can I check into the hotel on Day 1 of the tour?

      Check-in at the hotel on Day 1 is available from 2 PM.

    • What is the policy on flights for guests starting their journey from different locations?

      Guests can arrange their flights independently. Ensure to arrive at San Cristobal by the required time.

    • Is there an additional fee for solo travelers who want their own room?

      Yes, there is a single supplement fee for solo travelers who require a private room.

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      • For any tour departing before March 18th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after March 18th, 2025, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with GUIDEcuador Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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