10D9N Upgraded Land Galapagos (SEQU)
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Strike a balance between genuine encounters with Mother Nature and the comfort of land accommodations on this 10-day Galápagos tour. Explore Ecuador's capital, Quito, on your own before hopping on a flight to the Galápagos Islands where an incredible diversity in wildlife awaits. Go snorkelling at the dramatic Kicker Rock, visit a sea lion nursery, and go birdwatching in the highlands of Floreana.
Tour Highlights
- Snorkelling excursion to Kicker Rock
- Visit a sea lion colony and go snorkelling at La Lobería (Floreana Island)
- Highlands excursion (Floreana Island)
- Tintoreras excursion (Isabela Island)
- Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre visit
- Isabela Municipal Tax
- Opportunities for snorkelling, swimming, and incredible wildlife encounters
- Papallacta hot spring visit
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 Quito
Arrive at any time.
If you are not able to attend the welcome meeting, our representative will leave all important information at your hotel’s reception indicating what time to be ready the next day.
Day 2 Quito - San Cristóbal Island
Fly to the Galápagos Islands. Visit the Interpretation Centre in the afternoon to learn about the natural history of the area. Explore the trails around the centre and opt to snorkel at nearby Las Tijeretas.
breakfast
Day 3 San Cristóbal Island
Snorkel at Kicker Rock, an impressive volcanic rock formation, rich in wildlife diversity both under the surface and above.
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Day 4 San Cristóbal Island - Floreana Island
Travel by speedboat to Floreana Island. Walk along the black sand beach until La Lobería with its resident sea lion colony, and enjoy meals at the G Adventures-supported community restaurants and help to support community tourism on the island.
breakfast · lunch · dinner
Day 5 Floreana Island - Isabela Island
Head up to the seldom-visited highlands of Floreana in the early morning. Enjoy guided walks to observe birds and other wildlife and learn about the area’s natural history. Then, transfer by speedboat to Isabela Island. In the afternoon, take a wildlife boat excursion to ‘Islote Tintoreras’ to view breeding white-tip reef sharks, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, rays, and penguins.
breakfast · lunch · dinner
Day 6 Isabela Island
Enjoy free time to explore Isabela Island. Opt to hike Sierra Negra, go snorkelling at Los Tuneles, or take it easy. In the afternoon, visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre.
breakfast
Day 7 Isabela Island - Santa Cruz Island
In the morning, transfer by speedboat to Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island. Enjoy time for optional activities in Puerto Ayora before an evening out in town.
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Day 8 Santa Cruz Island - Papallacta
Say goodbye to the Islands and take a flight back to the mainland. Upon arrival, transfer to Papallacta.
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Day 9 Papallacta
Relax in the hot springs of Papallacta while taking in the volcanic views. Opt to go for a hike nearby for prime birdwatching.
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Day 10 Papallacta
Depart at any time.
Papallacta is located roughly 35 minutes from the Mariscal Sucre International airport in Quito. The lodge can assist in booking a taxi for you.
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What's included
Included
- 9 nights accommodation
- Meals as per itinerary
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
- Internal flights
Not included
- International air ticket
- Travel insurance
- Others not mentioned
Prices & dates
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Your hotels
NH Collection Royal Quito
★★★★★
Quito Luis Cordero 444 Y Av. 12 De Octubre, La Floresta, 170150 Quito, Ecuador
Blue Marlin Hotel
★★★★
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno Av. Alsacio Northia y Española, 200150 Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Ecuador
Floreana Lava Lodge
★★★★
Floreana Island Via a la Loberia Ecuador
Hotel Cally
★★★★
Puerto Villamil Av. Conocarpus S/N vía al embarcadero, Puerto Villamil, Isabela Island, Galápagos, Ecuador.
Villa Laguna
★★★★
Puerto Ayora. Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos, Ecuador.
Hotel Termas Papallacta
★★★★★
Papallacta Km. 65 via Quito , EC150753 Papallacta, Ecuador
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