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Galápagos – Central and East Islands aboard the Reina Silvia Voyager

10 days, Quito to Quito

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Please note that the Quito international airport (UIO, Mariscal Sucre) will be closed on the following dates for preventative maintenance on the runway: May 11, 18, June 1, July 6, 13, 20, September 7, 14, and 21, 2024 between the hours of 2am and 12pm. The airport will also be closed on June 8, 15, 22, and 29, 2024 between the hours of 2am and 2pm. For passengers flying in or out of Quito on these dates, please double-check flight schedules with your airline in case of changes. Internal flights within Ecuador and Galapagos will be adjusted accordingly and any changes to schedules will be communicated at the welcome briefing.

10 days

Quito to Quito

From$35795HKD
was $59659
Valid on Sep 6 2024
Trip Code: SEV10RA

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: Marine

Small-ship adventures on the world’s great seas, rivers, and other places only accessible by boat.

Service Level: Upgraded

Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.

Physical Rating: 3 - Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience

Age requirement: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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10 days

Quito to Quito

From$35795HKD
was $59659
Valid on Sep 6 2024
Trip Code: SEV10RA

See how your trip uplifts communities

In a number of impactful ways, your adventure directly benefits the local people and places we visit.

Trees for Days

Help us spread love around the world with Trees for Days. Together with Planeterra, we'll plant one tree in your name for every travel day.

Trees planted for this trip: 10

Ripple Score

Create ripples that change lives. The higher the Ripple Score percentage, the more money stays in the local communities you visit.

Ripple Score for this trip: 88

Itinerary

Day 1Quito

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.

Day 2Quito / Puerto Ayora

Transfer early to the airport for the flight to the Galápagos Islands. Upon arrival, meet the Naturalist Guide and cross to Santa Cruz islands to visit the highlands and the Charles Darwin Research Station before boarding the boat in the late afternoon from Puerto Ayora.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 3Española: Gardner Bay / Punta Suárez

Enjoy the day on Española Island, one of the oldest in the archipelago. Visit the white sandy beach of Gardner Bay and the bird colonies of Punta Suárez. Take guided walks to observe wildlife and have free time for swimming or snorkelling.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 4San Cristobal: Cerro Dragon / Punta Pitt

Land at Punta Pitt in the morning for a walk to observe the wildlife and spectacular scenery here. In the afternoon continue on to Cerro Dragon on San Cristóbal to observe sea lions and enjoy the beach before travelling to the dramatic Kicker Rock to see the steep vertical stone walls rising from the ocean. The beauty makes for memorable sunset views.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 5Santa Fe / South Plaza

Visit Santa Fé island for a chance to mingle with the iguanas. Continue to South Plaza for some great bird watching opportunities and views from the oceanside cliffs.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 6Genovesa: Darwin Bay / El Barranco

Visit Darwin Bay and marvel at the sheer number of birds along the many trails. Head to El Barranco in the afternoon to see the many types of boobies, including red-footed boobies.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 7Santiago / Bartolomé

Visit Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island to witness the giant lava formations contrasting the white-coral-sand beach. Continue to Bartolomé for a guided walk to see the island's dramatic volcanic features and the iconic Pinnacle Rock.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 8Rábida / Chinese Hat

Spend the morning exploring the red sand beaches and salt water lagoons of this tiny island. Look for wading flamingos and nesting pelicans before heading out to do some snorkelling. In the afternoon, discover the lava flows and lava tunnels on the small island of Chinese Hat. After, enjoy a refreshing dip in turquoise waters. Search for fish and sea turtles in the protected bay.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 9Baltra / Quito

Disembark the boat at Baltra to transfer to the airport and catch the flight back to Quito. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and joy one final night on the town.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 10Quito

Depart at any time.

Meals included:

Breakfast
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What's Included

  • Cruise the Galápagos Islands aboard the Reina Silvia Voyager (7 nts)
  • All meals aboard the Reina Silvia Voyager
  • Certified Galápagos National Park Service Guide
  • Snorkelling at Gardner Bay, Sullivan Bay and Bartolomé
  • Possibility to snorkel or kayak at Santa Fé, Darwin Bay, Rábida and Chinese Hat
  • Hike to the Bartolomé Island viewpoint overlooking the famous Pinnacle Rock
  • Incredible wildlife encounters throughout
  • Highlands and wild tortoise excursion (Santa Cruz Island)
  • Visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island)
  • All landings and excursions
  • Onboard snorkelling equipment and wetsuits
  • Internal flights
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Meals

9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners
Allow USD120-160 for meals not included.

Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)

Quito City Tour and Equator - From $399.00

Enjoy a city tour of Quito. Visit the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with stops at the Basilica del Voto Nacional, La Compañia Church, San Francisco Square, Plaza Grande and the Panecillo, a towering statue of the virgin of Quito who looks out over a stunning view of the city. Drive 25km (16 mi) north of Quito to the Middle of the World, latitude 0º. Stand with one foot in each hemisphere. Please note that this tour starts at 8 a.m. and ends around 5 p.m.

Make it a private tour

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Galápagos – Central and East Islands aboard the Reina Silvia Voyager

| 10 days - Quito to Quito - from $35795 HKD