I am interested in this tour for the dates from 29 May to 2 June 2026. I was wondering if a group is confirmed as I am interested in joining a group vs a private tour.

The 5-Day Galapagos Trip on a Budget is a really good option for you, as it includes both private and shared activities. The private services are the transfers on days 1 and 5, while the visits to the Highlands, Bay Tour, snorkeling excursion, and the Charles Darwin Station are shared with other travelers. The visit to Tortuga Bay is self-guided, it's about a 45-minute walk from Puerto Ayora. Alternatively, you can take that afternoon to relax and explore the town at your own pace.

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5-Day Galapagos Trip on a Budget

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Start and end in Baltra Island

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Operator: Authentic Ecuador
Nature & Wildlife: Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 1 - 6
Ages 6+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Baltra to Puerto Ayora
Start point
Baltra Island, Galápagos, Ecuador (Pick-up from Baltra airport)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (3-star standard hotel in Puerto Ayora)
Landmarks
Baltra Airport
Itabaca Channel
Puerto Ayora
Day 2
Puerto Ayora
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (3-star standard hotel in Puerto Ayora)
Included Activities
- Highlands exploration with giant tortoises viewing
- Lava tunnels exploration
- Bay tour with wildlife spotting (blue-footed boobies, sea lions)
Landmarks
Santa Cruz Highlands
Puerto Ayora Bay
Day 3
Snorkeling Excursion, Santa Cruz
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Freshly prepared lunch on board with fresh catch prepared as sashimi)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (3-star standard hotel in Puerto Ayora)
Included Activities
- Full-day snorkeling tour (destination varies: Pinzon Island and Las Palmas, or Santa Fe and Playa Escondida)
- Marine wildlife spotting (sea turtles, rays, sharks, sea lions, marine iguanas, dolphins, lobsters)
- Optional fishing activity led by local fishermen
- Fresh sashimi preparation on board
- Beach relaxation at coastal location
- Second snorkeling stop
Landmarks
Pinzon Island
Las Palmas
Santa Fe Island
Playa Escondida
Day 4
Puerto Ayora
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (3-star standard hotel in Puerto Ayora)
Included Activities
- Charles Darwin Research Station visit with giant tortoise viewing
- Conservation education at research station
Optional Activities
- Tortuga Bay beach exploration, swimming, and wildlife spotting
Landmarks
Charles Darwin Research Station
Tortuga Bay
Day 5
Puerto Ayora to Baltra
End point
Baltra Island, Galápagos, Ecuador (Drop-off at Baltra airport)
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Farmer's market visit (Saturdays)
- Fisherman's wharf exploration (daily)
- Pier visit for sea lion and Galápagos shark spotting
- Shopping and dining at local cafés, boutiques, and restaurants
Landmarks
Puerto Ayora
Itabaca Channel
Baltra

Landmarks
Baltra Airport
Itabaca Channel
Puerto Ayora

Landmarks
Santa Cruz Highlands
Puerto Ayora Bay

Landmarks
Pinzon Island
Las Palmas
Santa Fe Island
Playa Escondida

Landmarks
Charles Darwin Research Station
Tortuga Bay

Landmarks
Puerto Ayora
Itabaca Channel
Baltra

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3-star standard hotel in Puerto Ayora
Hotel 3*
Days 1, 2, 3, 4

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Robin
May 27th, 2026
Our experience with TourRader was great. Even before our trip Paul was readily available to answer all my questions....
Our experience with TourRader was great. Even before our trip Paul was readily available to answer all my questions. They were very flexible, I did not think I would be able to climb Cotopaxi. Our tour guide was able to develop an alternative day. It was one of the best of our 4 week trip. At the end of our tour we found ourselves we hour between flights. Paul was able to find us a guide to tak us around. The second part of our trip we spent in the Yasuni National Park were we saw a great variety of animals and flora. We really appreciated that we were able to stay in the Kichwa Aňague Community and learn about their culture. Knowing that they are using ecotourism to help preserve their culture as well as the rainforest made us feel good about spending our vacation with them. The lodge, food and staff including the guides were great. On this trip we always felt we were being cared for even with multiple flights and boat rides. To top it off I had left my hat in a guides car. I had it returned to me before we flew home.Show more
Maria
April 1st, 2026
Good balance of activities. Great tour guide. Very original and unique ideas to explore. Excellent insight into...
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Chien
March 17th, 2026
I went on this tour with my wife and two other couples. Ariel was very communicative and helpful as I added one...
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Asked on April 25th, 2026
I am interested in this tour for the dates from 29 May to 2 June 2026. I was wondering if a group is confirmed as I am interested in joining a group vs a private tour.
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- Authentic EcuadorOperator•Written April 2026
  The 5-Day Galapagos Trip on a Budget is a really good option for you, as it includes both private and shared activities. The private services are the transfers on days 1 and 5, while the visits to the Highlands, Bay Tour, snorkeling excursion, and the Charles Darwin Station are shared with other travelers. The visit to Tortuga Bay is self-guided, it's about a 45-minute walk from Puerto Ayora. Alternatively, you can take that afternoon to relax and explore the town at your own pace.

From

$1,120

-10%

US $1,008 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Best price guarantee Learn More

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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.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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- For any tour departing before August 28th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 28th, 2026, a minimum payment of 30% is required to confirm your booking with Authentic Ecuador. 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 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Authentic Ecuador will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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5-Day Galapagos Trip on a Budget

Itinerary

Baltra to Puerto Ayora

Puerto Ayora

Included Activities

Snorkeling Excursion, Santa Cruz

Included Activities

Puerto Ayora

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Puerto Ayora to Baltra

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