Galapagos Islands Hiking & Trekking Tours
Explore a wide diversity of tours through Galapagos Islands. We have 6 adventures that vary from 1 days to 17 days. With the greatest number of departures in January, this is also the most popular time of the year.
6 best Galapagos Islands hikes
Compiled by
MelissaGalapagos Islands travel expert at TourRadar
Active Galapagos: Trails & Marine Life
“The trip more than fulfilled hopes. Mostly related to wildlife but also scenery & geology.”
Richard, traveled in January
Trek across Sierra Negra's lava fields to Volcan Chico's fumaroles, then snorkel with whitetip reef sharks and penguins at Las Tintoreras. Walk among free-roaming giant tortoises in the highlands and swim with sea lion pups at La Lobería nursery, plus camp overnight on the crater rim at 1,490m.
Duration 14 days Destinations Quito, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Leon Dormido, Playa El Manglecito, San Cristóbal Island, Floreana Island, Isabela Island, Puerto Villamil, Las Tintoreras Islet, Santa Cruz IslandSee all destinations Age Range Ages 16+ Distance 1908 mi Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $9,220
9% off- US$8,395
A captivating trek through the Galapagos merges volcanic exploration with wildlife watching. Cover 15km of varied terrain in 5-6 hours, from muddy paths to fresh lava fields, perfect for nature photographers and geology enthusiasts.
Duration 1 day Destinations Isabela Island Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Nature Galapagos & Ecuador From
9% off- US$68
Duration 17 days Destinations Quito, Galápagos, Floreana Island, Isabela Island, Santa Cruz Island, Lima, Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Inca Trail Age Range Ages 15+ Distance 3097 mi Operator Intrepid Travel From $6,550
10% off- US$5,917+$220 local payments
Climb 360 wooden steps through Bartolome's volcanic terrain to reach Pinnacle Rock with panoramic views of Sullivan Bay, then walk Rabida's red sand beaches and scarlet cliffs while looking for flamingos in the lagoon. Hike the Path of the Gods trail at Cerro Dragon on Santa Cruz.
Duration 10 days Destinations Quito, San Cristóbal Island, Bartolomé Island, Santiago Island, Santa Cruz Island, Seymour Norte, Rabida Island, Sombrero Chino Island, Baltra Island Age Range Ages 12+ Distance 1781 mi Operator Intrepid Travel From
10% off- US$8,115+$220 local payments
Duration 12 days Destinations Quito, Baltra Island, Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island, Cotopaxi National Park, Banos Age Range Ages 16+ Distance 1844 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
10% off- US$4,141
Hike to Sierra Negra Volcano's massive 6-mile-wide crater on Isabela Island, then continue to the still-active Volcan Chico overlooking Elizabeth Bay's coastline. Snorkel alongside playful sea lions, green sea turtles, and white-tipped reef sharks at Concha Perla, one of the Galapagos' best wildlife swimming spots. The Charles Darwin Research Station lets you see giant tortoises from across the archipelago, then you'll visit one island—Bartolomé, Santa Fe, South Plazas, or North Seymour—for up-close wildlife encounters with marine iguanas and blue-footed boobies.
Duration 5 days Destinations Baltra Island, Santa Cruz Island, Santa Fé Island, Bartolomé Island, Seymour Norte, South Plaza Island, Isabela Island Age Range Ages 6+ Operated in English, Spanish Physical Rating Easy Distance 253 mi Operator Nature Galapagos & Ecuador From
10% off- US$790
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