View allThe Ilatoa Lodge is a hidden gem. Marcello and family were so welcoming and kind, and happy to help coordinate anything we needed.
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- Responsible Travel South America
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- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Low Intensity
- Travelers can expect some light physical activities
- Guided in English
- Other languages on request: Spanish
- Group Size 2 - 99
- All Ages Welcome
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore giant tortoises at Fausto Llerena
- Snorkel with sea lions at La Lobería
- Kayak around the stunning Tortuga Bay
- Hike the vast crater of Sierra Negra Volcano
- Discover marine life at Tintoreras Islet
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Arrival in Quito
- Day 2 Welcome to Galapagos
- Day 3 Exploring an Uninhabited Island
- Day 4 Kayaking Tortuga Bay & Afternoon at Leisure in Santa Cruz
- Day 5 Speedboat to Isabela Island & Wildlife on Las Tintoreras Islet
- Day 6 Hiking the Sierra Negra Volcano
- Day 7 Free Time in Isabela Island
- Day 8 Speedboat to Santa Cruz Island and Afternoon Bay Tour
- Day 9 Transfer to Airport on Baltra Island
- Day 10 Departure from Quito
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
HotelDays 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Adventure Type
- Group AdventuresJoin a group and forge lifelong friendships.What to expect
- Fast booking confirmation
- Carefully planned itineraries
- Travel with like-minded people
- Personalized AdventuresCustomize an existing itinerary or create your own.What to expect
- Travel with your own group of min. 2 travelers
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
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- FoodExcellent
- MKMarta· December 24th, 202510 days Galapogas Island hopping is the perfect...Show more
Responsible Travel South America commented on this reviewOn behalf of Responsible Travel, I am very glad you had the best experience in my country, personally Marta I state once again it was a pleasure to craft your experience here and you loved as much as I do Ecuador and the Enchanted islands, hope to see... Show moreTrip date: December 2025 - James· December 24th, 2025Hotels were less than expected, expected motel 6 equivalent but got much less.Show moreResponsible Travel South America commented on this reviewHello Jim, thank you so much for your feedback regarding your accommodations. I’m truly sorry to hear that. We always work with the best standard category hotels for the Ecuador and Galapagos Trip. The hotel upgrades are always possible when you request... Show moreTrip date: January 2025
- paul· October 19th, 2025I was very pleased with the travel...Show moreTrip date: September 2025
- RARichard· October 9th, 2025Our experience with Jacquie and Responsible...Show moreResponsible Travel South America commented on this reviewDear Charize, Mark, and Richard, Thank you so much for your kind words! It truly means a lot to know you felt supported and well taken care of throughout the trip. Meeting Mark in Quito was such a pleasure; it’s always wonderful to connect in person... Show moreTrip date: September 2025
- FHFook Hee· October 3rd, 2025*🌟 Unforgettable 10-Day Galápagos Adventure —...Show moreResponsible Travel South America commented on this reviewHello Heng, Chiu & Yap, Thank you so much for your amazing and kind review! I am so happy to know you had a wonderful time in the enchanted Galapagos Islands. It is great to hear that our team gave you excellent service and made you feel stress-free... Show moreTrip date: August 2025
- YCYu· March 4th, 2025In first a couple of days, there are some issues. I was fallen down at Lava Tunnel and my arm was hurting due to the local tour guide didn’t pay enough attention on safety in this activity. Later Diego in Santa Cruz Island and Julio in Isabela Island worked hard to keep things smoothly. I enjoyed my time in this beautiful island very much, I appreciate both Diego and Julio’s help. I also think the itinerary could be improved as there are two free days in this tour, I have to purchase other day trips to fill up these two free days.Show moreResponsible Travel South America commented on this reviewHello Yu Chen, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We appreciate your feedback and are always looking for ways to enhance our guests' journeys. Your insights about the Lava Tunnel are invaluable, and we will work closely with our local... Show more
Trip date: February 2025 - Katie· February 14th, 2025Very well organised and takes you to the best places in Santa Cruz and Isabela. The guides were all lovely and on time with good knowledge. I think it works out cheaper than doing it on your own because a lot of the day trips there are $100-140 and they were all included for us :) highly recommend!Show moreResponsible Travel South America commented on this reviewDear Katie, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're happy to hear that you found our tour well-organized and that it took you to the best places in Santa Cruz and Isabela. Our team takes pride in providing seamless experiences with... Show moreTrip date: February 2025
- LALaura· February 11th, 2025Big thanks to our tour operator Diego in Ecuador. He was absolutely outstanding in organising everything, quick responce to any enquiry we had . Diego went out of his way to retrieve and send our delayed luggage to Galapagos and deliver to our hotel. He made our holidays very enjoyable and stress free. We felt taken care of. Loved our tour in Galapagos. Very interesting and diverse with many activities.Show moreResponsible Travel South America commented on this reviewThank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you had a fantastic time in Ecuador and the Galápagos. Diego truly goes above and beyond to ensure every traveler has a seamless and stress-free experience, and we're so glad he... Show moreTrip date: January 2025
- SRSabine· January 16th, 2025It was an amazing experience! Diego was such an expert organizer. He booked me with the best possible tour guides and expeditions. I will always ask him for guidance when booking future trips. He worked extremely hard to make this an unforgettable experience.Show moreResponsible Travel South America commented on this reviewThank you so much for your kind words! I’m glad to hear you had an amazing experience. Diego works hard to make every trip special, so it’s great to know you enjoyed the guides and expeditions he planned. We look forward to helping you with more... Show moreTrip date: December 2024
- NGNesrien· January 15th, 2025The hotel the tour operator put our family in was completely unacceptable. The front desk didn’t speak English, we had to communicate with google translate and that’s only when their wifi worked. The rooms were bare and the whole place was run down. Sometimes we didn’t have hot water and at one point no water at all. We asked to move to one of the many other hotels in Puerto Ayora but she refused, instead offering a hotel 15 mins away by taxi in a remote area with nothing around it. The tours were good but they were all half day tours, with only one exception which was the tour to the island. We could’ve fit much more into the time. The tour operator is well intentioned but inexperienced with American travelers. For this reason I do not recommend this tour.Show moreResponsible Travel South America commented on this reviewHello Mrs. Geerges, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are genuinely sorry to learn that the accommodations and certain aspects of the itinerary did not meet your expectations. This is not the standard of service we aim... Show moreTrip date: December 2024
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Asked on October 1st, 2025Why is that? Is hotel in Quito included?
Responsible Travel South AmericaOperator•Written October 2025The itinerary includes one night in Quito to connect with the flights to the Galápagos, since flights to the islands are only available in the morning. The local flights are not included in order to avoid unnecessary taxes. Once the tour is purchased, I can suggest airlines and schedules so you can book the flights directly.
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Esther
Asked on November 26th, 2024What is the activity level for climbing Dierra Negra?
- Responsible Travel South AmericaOperator•Written November 2024
You will begin your hike at 08:30 AM. It's a 4 to 5-hour hike considering the return, the hike is moderately challenging, primarily due to the distance. Is relatively flat, with moderate inclinations along the trail.
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Tara
Asked on November 17th, 2024My wife and I are planning a trip to the Galapagos in late December or early January, and we're interested in this tour. We're also hoping to include a scuba diving experience during our trip. Do you have any options for scuba diving that could be arranged in place of some of the planned activities?
- Responsible Travel South AmericaOperator•Written November 2024
Regarding your question: I will arrange scuba diving for you on Day #3 instead of visiting an uninhabited Island. Nevertheless, I only have available spaces on the following dates: - December 26th,2024: North Mosquera / Seymour Channel - December 27th,2024: Daphne with Seymour or Gordon Rocks. For all of them, You should have your PADI license, 25 immersions, and at least 8 months from the last one.
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Harmanna
Asked on September 26th, 2024What is the recommended budget for food and tips during the tour?
- Responsible Travel South AmericaOperator•Written September 2024
An average of $30 per day per person is recommended for food and tips.
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Niek
Asked on August 25th, 2024How should I prepare for the weather in August in the Galapagos?
- Responsible Travel South AmericaOperator•Written August 2024
August is the coolest month with temperatures around 23 °C, so pack accordingly.
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Puck
Asked on August 12th, 2024Can we customize our tour itinerary?
- Responsible Travel South AmericaOperator•Written August 2024
Yes, the itinerary can be tailored based on your suggestions and requirements.
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Mirjam
Asked on June 27th, 2024Is a visa required for traveling to Ecuador and the Galapagos?
- Responsible Travel South AmericaOperator•Written June 2024
You don't need a visa to enter Ecuador unless you're from certain countries; just a valid passport is required.
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Dewi
Asked on June 10th, 2024How can I get to the Galapagos Islands from Quito?
- Responsible Travel South AmericaOperator•Written June 2024
You can fly from Quito to Baltra or San Cristobal, which are the main entry points to the islands.
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Jamie
Asked on May 28th, 2024What is the cost of the flight from Quioto to Baltra? how many typically are on a tour? How much should we allow for food, tips, etc. Do you cover the cost of NationalPark fees and other admissions - if not - how much should we allow?
- Responsible Travel South AmericaOperator•Written May 2024
The roundtrip flights from Quito-Baltra have a price of 500$. The Enchanted Galapagos Islands is a protected paradise that just admitted a maximum of 16 travelers and for specific activities even less. You need an average of 30$ per day and per person for food, tips, etc. The value for entrance to the National Park (200$ per person) and the docking fee for Isabela Island (10$ per person) are not included in the final price for this tour and you can pay in cash on your arrival.
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Jamie
Traveler•Written May 2024Will we have opportunity to Kayak near the boobies and other birds - is one Kayaking tour included, and the second an option?
- Responsible Travel South AmericaOperator•Written May 2024
Day #4, you will be able to kayak on the shores of Tortuga Bay, including pelicans, sea turtles, and land iguanas, kayak rental is included. Day #7, during your free time on Isabela Island, I can happily add a kayak activity in the waters of Puerto Villamil.
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Alyssa
Asked on May 25th, 2024Are the flights from Quito to Baltra to be organized independently? If not, what is the cost? We have a 15-year-old son - does he fall under the 'Child' booking category? Is a return flight from Baltra to Guayaquil with a hotel stay possible? Does this cost extra?
- Responsible Travel South AmericaOperator•Written May 2024
Flights to Galapagos Islands are not included in the itinerary. Flight price per person is around US $500. Your 15-year-old son falls into the 'Adult' category since Child category is under 12 years old in Ecuador. It is possible to change return from Galapagos Islands to a Hotel in Guayaquil without extra cost.
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