View allThe trip was a little more strenuous than we expected with 2 hikes and 2 snorkels most days. Saw all the birds and animals we wanted to see.
Brian, traveled in March
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- Operator
- Via Natura Ecuador
- Group Tour
- 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 1 - 20
- Ages 18+
Highlights
- Fly to Baltra and board the Monserrat
- Explore lava tunnels and giant tortoises
- Snorkel with penguins at Chinese Hat
- Observe red-footed boobies at Genovesa
- Walk among sea lions at North Seymour
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 BALTRA ISLAND / SANTA CRUZ HIGHLANDS
- Day 2 GENOVESA ISLAND
- Day 3 BARTOLOME ISLAND / BOWDITCH POINT
- Day 4 BACHAS / BALTRA AIRPORT
- Day 5 BUCCANNER COVE / EGAS PORT
- Day 6 ISABELA ISLAND
- Day 7 ISABELA ISLAND URBINA BAY / TAGUS COVE
- Day 8 BLACK TURTLE COVE / BALTRA AIRPORT
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
- Additional Services
Operated by
Via Natura Ecuador
Number of tours
7
Age Range
18 to 75 years old
Response time
12 hours
Response rate
33%
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Via Natura Ecuador commented on this reviewDear Sharon, greetings from Ecuador. Thank you very much for your comments and recommendations. We are very glad to know you had the life-changing experience that you were looking for and enjoyed your time in the Galapagos. We also appreciate your... Show moreTrip date: March 2022
Dates & Availability
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- From Thursday16 Apr, 2026To Thursday23 Apr, 2026English, SpanishAlmost Sold OutFrom:US $5,995 per personAir ticket Mainland from/to Galapagos$550
- From Thursday23 Jul, 2026To Thursday30 Jul, 2026English, SpanishAlmost Sold OutFrom:US $5,995 per personAir ticket Mainland from/to Galapagos$550
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Thursday6 Aug, 2026To Thursday13 Aug, 2026English, SpanishFilling FastFrom:US $5,995 per personAir ticket Mainland from/to Galapagos$550
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Thursday20 Aug, 2026To Thursday27 Aug, 2026English, SpanishFrom:US $5,695 per personMultiple Room TypesAir ticket Mainland from/to Galapagos$550
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Thursday3 Sep, 2026To Thursday10 Sep, 2026English, SpanishFrom:US $5,695 per personMultiple Room TypesAir ticket Mainland from/to Galapagos$550
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Thursday17 Sep, 2026To Thursday24 Sep, 2026English, SpanishFrom:US $5,695 per personMultiple Room TypesAir ticket Mainland from/to Galapagos$550
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Thursday1 Oct, 2026To Thursday8 Oct, 2026English, SpanishFrom:US $5,695 per personMultiple Room TypesAir ticket Mainland from/to Galapagos$550
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Thursday8 Oct, 2026To Thursday15 Oct, 2026English, SpanishFrom:US $5,695 per personMultiple Room TypesAir ticket Mainland from/to Galapagos$550
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Thursday26 Nov, 2026To Thursday3 Dec, 2026English, SpanishFrom:US $5,695 per personMultiple Room TypesAir ticket Mainland from/to Galapagos$550
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Thursday10 Dec, 2026To Thursday17 Dec, 2026English, SpanishFrom:US $5,695 per personMultiple Room TypesAir ticket Mainland from/to Galapagos$550
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Jose
Asked on November 6th, 2025Could you please confirm: 1 Availability for solo female traveler – twin cabin share 2 Pricing for March 1–12, 2026 (or closest departure) 3 What is included / not included in the price (especially Galapagos flights, GNP fee, TCT, snorkeling equipment/wetsuit) 4 If possible — holding a place while I review the final quote
Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written November 2025Cruise rate includes: Accommodation in cabin, Fuel surcharge, All meals on board, All activities and excursions, Snorkeling equipment and Wetsuits, Purified water, tea, coffee, Airport assistance, Use of Stand Up Paddleboards, Use of Kayaks, Cooking & Cocktail Demonstrations, Wifi. Cruise rate does not include: Air ticket to/from Galapagos, Galapagos fee, Galapagos Control Transit Card, Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, Travel insurance, Gratuities, Personal expenses, Single supplement
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Jose
Traveler•Written November 2025Could you please confirm which islands are included in this Itinerary C (Mar 2–5, 2026)? If possible, could you also let me know whether there are any longer Monserrat departures (6–8 days) around early March 2026 — ideally including Fernandina, Isabela, and Genovesa?
- Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written November 2025
Itinerary C covers southern Islands. For March 2026, 8-day departures are fully booked. Found a 4-day itinerary Mar 19-22, 2026 covering Genovesa and Santa Cruz Islands. Ideal Itinerary would be D+A, as A covers Isabela and Fernandina Islands.
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Jose
Traveler•Written November 2025Could you please let me know if there's any D+A availability in late February or late March 2026? And if by any chance a cancellation occurs for early March, I'd truly appreciate it if you could keep me in mind and let me know.
- Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written November 2025
Found a departure Feb 19-26, 2026 covering Itinerary D+A. There is a current hold on a single cabin until November 10. If this booking hold does not get confirmed I can place you on hold.
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Jose
Traveler•Written November 2025Would it be possible to extend the hold slightly beyond November 10, just to allow me a few extra days to finalize my travel plans?
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Jose
Traveler•Written November 2025Could you please send me the detailed day-by-day itinerary (landing sites) for this combined D+A departure, and confirm that it includes the following key locations: Genovesa Island – Darwin Bay and Prince Philip's Steps, Fernandina Island – Punta Espinoza, Western Isabela – sites such as Vicente Roca Point, Urbina Bay and Tagus Cove
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Alexandra
Asked on August 7th, 2024Does the boat have air conditioning
- Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written August 2024
As per your question, yes! The boat has air conditioning.
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Joe
Asked on July 26th, 2024The only flight that I have tp purchase for this tour is the international flight to and from Baltra, Am I right? The 8 days will be land and boat transportations?
- Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written July 2024
As per your question, indeed! You only need flights to/from Baltra.
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Gregory
Asked on October 9th, 2023Will there be wetsuits available on board to use during water activities?
- Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written October 2023
Wetsuits are available in different sizes complimentary, on a first come first served basis.
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Gregory
Traveler•Written October 2023Do you have anything available between November 14-25th? I'm also wondering about the flight situation (mainland to the islands and back). Some of the tours you list include a mandatory flight charge and some do not.
- Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written October 2023
We can issue flights for $525 per person, or you can issue on your own. We highly recommend you to issue our same operational flights so you do not lose connection with the cruise.
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Ross
Asked on June 29th, 2022Is the price listed for a single traveler having their own cabin? Will this cruise with a similar price be available in February and March 2023? What is the difference between this cruise and a cruise that costs $11,000 for a solo traveler? Does the cost include the Galapogos National Park entrance fees at each island? Is the extra airfare from Quito to Baltra? Does this cruise take precautions to be ecologically safe? Is the cruise focussed on the natural environment, land and sea?
- Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written June 2022
Price listed are based on a double cabin, with 2 travelers. Solo travelers would have to pay a single supplement which is a 50% additional in order to enjoy the comfort and privacy of a cabin for yourself. We have super promotions at the moment! The price in 2023 for this 8 day cruise would be of $4490 on lower deck and $4780 on upper deck (50% single supplement not included). The Galapagos National Park entrance fee is paid only once, at the time that you arrive to Galapagos airport. You do not need to pay this fee at each island. Galapagos National Park entrance fee is not included, the cost of this is $100. Also, you have to pay the Galapagos Transit Card, which is $20. The extra airfare is round trip. It could be either from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra and return. Monserrat was specially built to cruise in the Galapagos islands in the most comfortable way while providing the highest levels of safety and care for the environment. The Monserrat is a Naturalist Cruise that focuses on the land and marine wildlife of the archipelago.
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Cristina
Asked on January 10th, 2022We would like to book this trip with the 30% discount. However we have already our own flights booked from Guayaquil to Baltra. So we would like to book this tour for two people excluding the flights. Is this possible?
- Via Natura EcuadorOperator•Written January 2022
I deleted the air tickets from the invoice so you can book the cruise alone. Please, let me know if you have any additional questions or need any further assistance from me.
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