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Galapagos Uncovered

10 days
Start and end in Quito
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Nature & Wildlife
Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
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
Group Size 2 - 12
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Quito

    Quito

    Optional Activities

    • Quito City Tour (can be arranged in advance)
    Landmarks
    Quito Old Town
  2. Day 2

    Quito to San Cristóbal Island

    Quito to San Cristóbal Island
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Scenic morning flight from Quito to San Cristóbal Island
    • Visit La Loberia beach for sea lion and wildlife viewing
    • Swimming and snorkeling at La Loberia
    Landmarks
    La Loberia
  3. Day 3

    San Cristóbal Island

    San Cristóbal Island
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Speedboat excursion to Kicker Rock (León Dormido)
    • Snorkeling at Kicker Rock
    • Visit to Cerro Brujo island
    • Snorkeling at Cerro Brujo
    Landmarks
    Kicker Rock (León Dormido)
    Cerro Brujo
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  4. Day 4

    San Cristóbal Island to Isabela Island

    San Cristóbal Island to Isabela Island
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Flight from San Cristóbal to Isabela Island
    • Exploration of wildlife in saltwater lagoons, beaches, and mangrove forests
    • Visit to Tortoise Breeding Centre
    • Visit to Wall of Tears
    Landmarks
    Tortoise Breeding Centre
    Wall of Tears
    Puerto Villamil
  5. Day 5

    Isabela Island

    Isabela Island
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Snorkeling at Tintoreras Islet
    • Beach and mangrove exploration at Tintoreras Islet
    • Marine iguana breeding grounds observation
    Landmarks
    Tintoreras Islet
  6. Day 6

    Isabela Island

    Isabela Island
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Exploration of Los Túneles lava formations and arches
    • Snorkeling at Los Túneles
    • Sea turtle observation through lava tunnels

    Optional Activities

    • Underwater exploration at Concha de Perla
    • Beach relaxation on white-sand beaches
    Landmarks
    Los Túneles
    Concha de Perla
  7. Day 7

    Isabela Island to Santa Cruz Island

    Isabela Island to Santa Cruz Island
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Boat excursion to Academy Bay
    • Swimming and snorkeling at Academy Bay with sea lions
    • Viewpoint visit for shark spotting
    • Scenic walk along Playa de los Perros
    Landmarks
    Academy Bay
    Playa de los Perros
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  8. Day 8

    Santa Cruz Island

    Santa Cruz Island
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Charles Darwin Research Station
    • Educational briefing on endemic species and conservation efforts
    Landmarks
    Charles Darwin Research Station
  9. Day 9

    Santa Cruz Island to Quito

    Santa Cruz Island to Quito
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Baltra Airport to Quito
  10. Day 10

    Quito Departure

    Quito Departure
    Meals
    Breakfast

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