Overview
Looking to give your kids a crash course in exotic wildlife? What better place to visit than “Darwin’s test kitchen,” the Galápagos? On this multi-activity trip, you’ll have the chance to snorkel, hike, kayak, and swim the islands, as well as visit a giant tortoise breeding centre and the Charles Darwin Research Station. Who says learning about nature has to be boring?
Trip Highlights
- La Lobería
- Galápagos giant tortoises
- Opt for a surf
- visit the Charles Darwin
Itinerary
Arrive at any time.
Fly to San Cristóbal, the easternmost island of Galápagos and one of the oldest. The principal town is Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, the capital of the Galápagos. Visit La Lobería beach and keep your eyes open for marine life while you snorkel.
Snorkelling trip to Isla Lobos to search for marine life like sea turtles and manta rays and swim with sea lions. In the afternoon
visit the Interpretation Centre and learn more about the history of the Galápagos, sometimes referred to as “the Enchanted Islands.” Spend the rest of the remainder of the day relaxing on Mann Beach or swimming with playful sea lions as the frigate birds glide on the thermals.
Travel by boat to Santa Cruz Island. On arrival, visit the highlands of the island to see Galápagos giant tortoises in the wild.
Take a sea kayaking adventure at Tortuga Bay to explore the mangroves. Opt for a surf lesson in the afternoon.
Head out on a bay boat tour to Playa de los Perros, Canal del Amor, and Las Grietas where there’s time for some swimming or snorkelling. In the afternoon, visit the Charles Darwin Research Station.
Fly back to Quito, where the rest of the day is free to explore the city.
Depart at any time.
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Visit to a wildlife interpretation centre (San Cristóbal Island)
- Snorkelling trip to Isla Lobos (San Cristóbal Island)
- Swimming and snorkelling in Lobería (Santa Cruz Island)
- Excursion to see giant tortoises in the wild (Santa Cruz Island)
- Tortuga Bay walk and kayaking excursion (Santa Cruz Island)
- Charles Darwin Research Station visit (Santa Cruz Island)
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Cost Excludes
- Drinks and snacks
- Visa fees, border fees, and assistance. If crossing into Egypt at the Taba Border, please ensure that your passport is valid and you have the proper visa arrangements.
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities
