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Galapagos Big Five 9 Days Tour

9 days
Start and end in Quito
4.7
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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 - 10
Ages 10+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Quito

    Start point
    Hotel Ibis Quito, La Pradera, Quito, Pichincha 1705, Ecuador (Meeting at the hotel , 18:30)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Quito's Old Town (UNESCO heritage site)
    • Full day in Quito or surroundings (available upon advance notice)
    Landmarks
    Quito's Old Town
  2. Day 2

    Quito to Galápagos (San Cristóbal)

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Arena Blanca)

    Included Activities

    • Kayak tour to Tijeretas Hill (Darwin's first landing)
    • Walk at Playa Man beach with sea lions
    Landmarks
    Tijeretas Hill (Darwin's first landing)
    Playa Man
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  3. Day 3

    Española Island

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Arena Blanca)

    Included Activities

    • Española Island tour with wildlife observation
    Landmarks
    Española Island
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  4. Day 4

    San Cristóbal to Isabela Island

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Volcano)

    Included Activities

    • Flight to Isabela Island
    • Hike to Sierra Negra Volcano caldera

    Optional Activities

    • Beach time
    • Sunset viewing
    • Wetlands walk
    Landmarks
    Sierra Negra Volcano
  5. Day 5

    Isabela Island - Los Túneles Tour

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Typical lunch on board)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Volcano)

    Included Activities

    • Bike ride to Tortoises breeding center and wetlands
    • Speedboat to Los Túneles
    • Walk around lava formations
    • Snorkeling at Los Túneles
    Landmarks
    Los Túneles
    Cerro Azul
    Union Rock
  6. Day 6

    Isabela to Santa Cruz Island

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Red Booby)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Charles Darwin Research Station
    • Tortoise Ranch visit in Santa Cruz highlands

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Puerto Ayora town
    • Dine at QUIOSKOS street
    • Evening visit to the pier to see sharks and rays
    Landmarks
    Charles Darwin Research Station
    Tortoise Ranch (Santa Cruz Highlands)
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  7. Day 7

    Bartolomé Island

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on board)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Red Booby)

    Included Activities

    • Bus ride to Itabaca Canal
    • Yacht excursion to Bartolomé Island
    • Sightseeing and hike on Bartolomé
    • Snorkeling at Bartolomé
    • Lunch on board
    Landmarks
    Bartolomé Island
    Pinnacle Rock
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  8. Day 8

    Santa Fe Island

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Red Booby)

    Included Activities

    • Yacht sailing to Santa Fe Island
    • Beach observation with sea lions
    • Snorkeling at Santa Fe
    Landmarks
    Santa Fe Island
  9. Day 9

    Galápagos to Quito

    End point
    Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO), Vía Tababela - Yaruquí Lote 18, Quito, Pichincha 1709, Ecuador (See you off )

    Included Activities

    • Morning free time
    • Transfer to Baltra Airport
    • Flight to Quito

    Optional Activities

    • Add additional night in Quito City
    • Extend stay in Ecuador

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    Tania

    Asked on November 3rd, 2023

    I am a solo traveler and I'm wondering about the cost. Do I have to book the flight from Quito to the Galapagos and return?

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    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperatorWritten November 2023

      Currently This tour operates with minimum of 2 participants. Some tours like the Galapagos Big Five doesn't include the Air Fare to Galapagos (however we can assist you booking it if need it).

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    Jane

    Asked on March 26th, 2023

    Hello, I have a question about kayaking in Darwin Bay -- we have in our party two adults, one twelve year old child, and one older adult with some shoulder and arm weakness. If the kayaks are double, this is no problem since we can have one strong paddler with each group, but if the kayaks are single then I don't think they would make it. is there an option for double? Thanks

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    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperatorWritten March 2023

      Yes Most of our kayaks are double, so for sure we can set this done according to your needs.

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    Alison

    Asked on August 19th, 2022

    I am interested in the Galapagos big five tour for 2 adults. Any promo code available?

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    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperatorWritten August 2022

      December is high season and availabilty is becoming a problem, we still can offer this tour but not for a long time. Price is as published

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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before August 5th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 5th, 2026, 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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