Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 10 Day Galápagos Multisport with Quito. This adventure is perfect for those who want to experience the incredible wildlife and scenery of the Galápagos Islands but prefer to sleep on shore. Go ashore at the lesser-visited island of Isabela and spend your days with playful sea lions, giant manta rays, and the Galápagos giant tortoise. This adventure offers a great balance of guided excursions and free time, with optional activities abound.
Itinerary
Located 2850m (9348ft) above sea level, the Ecuadorian capital of Quito enjoys a wonderful spring-like climate, despite the fact that it is only 22km (14 mi) south of the Equator. On a clear day, several snow-capped volcanoes, including nearby Pichincha, are visible from the centre of this city nestled in a mountain-flanked valley. Add a rich history and a well-preserved colonial district to its beautiful location, and you can begin to understand why Quito appeals to thousands of tourists every year. Stay: NH Collection Royal Quito
Fly to Santa Cruz. Visit the highlands of Santa Cruz to observe the Galápagos giant tortoise in its natural surroundings. From this elevation, the panoramic views of the other islands are stunning. Stay: Hotel Coloma (B)
Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. Inaugurated in 1964 and based in Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island, the Charles Darwin Research Station is the one place where visitors can easily see the famous Galapagos tortoises, which can live up to two hundred years. This is a great opportunity to observe many species of tortoises and land iguanas in captivity, brought back from the brink of extinction. Stay: Hotel Coloma (B)
After a free morning, depart Santa Cruz and head to Floreana Island. Keep an eye out for dolphins and the magnificent albatross along the way. Opt for an introduction to snorkelling directly off Black Beach on the island. Stay: G-Supported Floreana Community Guesthouse (B/D)
Walk along the black sand beach to Loberia to enjoy beach snorkelling or swimming. Please be sure you are a comfortable swimmer. The water here can be rough and the currents are strong. Stay: G-Supported Floreana Community Guesthouse (B/L/D)
Take a morning speedboat journey to Isabela Island. Enjoy a full day on Isabela Island that includes a trek up the Sierra Negra Volcano—one of the most active volcanoes in Galápagos—boasting the second largest crater in the world. Hike to the summit to experience a birds-eye view of the magical landscape. Stay: Hotel Iguana (B)
Visit Tintoreras to kayak and observe the whitetip reef sharks found swimming in the channels between the rocks. Get a close-up view of pelicans, frigatebirds, and diving blue-footed boobies. Watch for manta rays and rare Galápagos penguins, of which only 800 pairs exist Stay: Hotel Iguana (B)
Around midday, set sail for Santa Cruz Island and dock at the town of Puerto Ayora. After a late hotel check-in, enjoy free time to explore this bustling little town and sample some of the local restaurants and bars, or maybe do some souvenir shopping in one of the many shops. Stay: Hotel Coloma (B)
After a transfer over the island of Santa Cruz, arrive at Baltra Island for the return flight to Quito. Upon arrival in Quito, transfer to the hotel for one last night on the town. Our representative in Quito will be able to advise on and help with some of the many day tours available in and around Quito. Stay: NH Collection Royal Quito (B)
Depart at any time. (B)
Trip Inclusions
Encounter incredible wildlife.
Snorkel and swim with sea turtles and manta rays.
Cycle around Isabela Island.
Hike the Sierra Negra volcano.
Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station.
Your G for Good Moment: Floreana Community Restaurants, Floreana Island
Your G for Good Moment: Floreana Community Guesthouse, Floreana Island
Visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island)
Highlands and wild tortoise excursion
Kayak and snorkel excursion
Snorkelling at Black Beach and Loberia (Floreana Island)
Biking excursion (Isabela Island)
Sierra Negra Volcano hike
Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre visit
Isabela Municipal Tax
Internal flights
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Hotels (7 Nights), G Adventures-supported community guesthouses (2 Nights)
CEO (Chief Experience Officer)/Naturalist Guide while in the Galápagos Islands (certified by the Galápagos National Park Authority), local G Adventures Rep in Quito
9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Plane, speed boat, van, pickup truck, local bus, panga
Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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