Galapagos Islands Hiking & Trekking Tours
Explore a wide diversity of tours through Galapagos Islands. We have 15 adventures that vary from 1 days to 14 days. With the greatest number of departures in November, this is also the most popular time of the year.
10 best Galapagos Islands hikes
Compiled by
MelissaGalapagos Islands travel expert at TourRadar
- Grand Majestic - 8 days itinerary A
- Grand Majestic - 5 days itinerary A
- Galapagos Walking Adventure
- Classic Galapagos: Central Eastern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)
- Hiking Day Trip to Sierra Negra Volcano Galapagos
- Galapagos Angel - 5 days itinerary A
- Galapagos Angel - 4 days itinerary A
- Galapagos Angel - 8 days itinerary B
- Grand Majestic - 8 days itinerary B
- Grand Majestic 4 days A
Grand Majestic - 8 days itinerary A
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Beautiful landscapes, tons of animals and the friendliest people! I highly recommend the Grand Majestic.”
Morgan, traveled in November
Hike across Española Island's volcanic terrain to Suarez Point, where waved albatrosses launch from cliff edges and blue-footed boobies nest along the coastline. Walk through the Twin Craters on Santa Cruz Island, where collapsed underground chambers create great viewpoints. The maroon sand beaches of Rabida Island offer access to scenic overlooks for wide views of the archipelago.
Duration 8 days Destinations San Cristóbal Island, Floreana Island, Española Island, Santa Cruz Island, Puerto Ayora, Genovesa Island, Santiago Island, Rabida Island, Lobos Island Age Range Ages 6+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 444 mi Operator Royal Galapagos From
- US$7,045+$220 upfront costs
Grand Majestic - 5 days itinerary A
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The amazing wildlife up close. Everyone made sure every activity was safe.”
Padma, traveled in August
Duration 5 days Destinations Baltra Island, Galapagos Islands, Santa Cruz Island, Puerto Ayora, Genovesa Island, Rabida Island, Santiago Island, Lobos Island Age Range Ages 6+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 298 mi Operator Royal Galapagos From
- US$3,545+$220 upfront costs
Galapagos Walking Adventure
19 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“A real 'trip of a lifetime'. It was a tremendously varied and active trip, and I enjoyed everything.”
Philippa, traveled in June
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, San Cristóbal Island, Floreana Island, Isabela Island, Santa Cruz Island, Bartolomé Island, Baltra Island, South Plaza Island, Guayaquil Age Range Ages 16+ Distance 1759 mi Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
- US$8,685
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
- US$8,165+$220 local payments
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
- US$68
Galapagos Angel - 5 days itinerary A
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The whole crew was amazing and so friendly. Everything was just wonderful!”
Mary, traveled in June
Trek across Santiago's volcanic terrain at Sullivan Bay where fresh lava flows have formed interesting elevations, then hike up Rabida's maroon-red sand beach to a Pacific lookout. On Genovesa, climb the steep Prince Phillip's Steps at El Barranco for cliff-top views and spot red-footed boobies.
Duration 5 days Destinations Galapagos Islands, Baltra Island, Santiago Island, Genovesa Island, Rabida Island, Santa Cruz Island, Puerto Ayora Age Range Ages 6+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 220 mi Operator Royal Galapagos From
- US$4,245+$220 upfront costs
Galapagos Angel - 4 days itinerary A
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“This was truly one of the best times I've had! I knew there would be animals up-close but never thought there would be so many of them.”
Remy, traveled in April
Trek through Santa Cruz's Scalesia forest and check out underground lava tunnels stretching over half a mile, then hike to Suarez Point on Española where waved albatrosses launch from ocean cliffs and there's a blowhole shooting sea water into the air.
Duration 4 days Destinations Baltra Island, Galapagos Islands, Española Island, Santa Fé Island, South Plaza Island, Santa Cruz Island, Puerto Ayora Age Range Ages 6+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 166 mi Operator Royal Galapagos From
- US$2,745+$220 upfront costs
Trek Sierra Negra to see the Galapagos' largest basaltic caldera at 6.2 miles across with remnants from its 2005 eruption, then climb Bartholomew's stairway trail for 30-40 minutes to reach views of Pinnacle Rock. Walk Dragon Hill's longer trails from beach to lagoon lookout.
Duration 8 days Destinations Santa Cruz Island, Baltra Island, Galapagos Islands, Fernandina Island, Isabela Island, Puerto Villamil, Floreana Island Age Range Ages 6+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 209 mi Operator Royal Galapagos From
- US$6,645+$220 upfront costs
Hike up Bartholomew's extinct volcano for panoramic views of Pinnacle Rock, then swim with Galapagos penguins in the clear waters below. Walk coastal trails at Espinoza Point on Fernandina past marine iguana colonies to reach flightless cormorant nesting sites.
Duration 8 days Destinations San Cristóbal Island, Santiago Island, Isabela Island, Fernandina Island, Santa Cruz Island, Puerto Ayora Age Range Ages 6+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 286 mi Operator Royal Galapagos From
- US$7,045+$220 upfront costs
Head 19km up to El Junco Lagoon sitting in an old volcanic caldera, then walk Floreana's trails to see Green Beach with its olivine-rich sand and nearby Flour Sand Beach. At Suarez Point on Española, watch waved albatrosses launch from the cliffs and see the blowhole shooting Pacific water skyward.
Duration 4 days Destinations San Cristóbal Island, Floreana Island, Española Island, Santa Cruz Island, Puerto Ayora Age Range Ages 6+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 207 mi Operator Royal Galapagos From
- US$3,145+$220 upfront costs
