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Abundant wildlife above and below the waves draws eco-tourists to Ecuador's Galapagos. Get up close on a stroll or in a Zodiac boat. Snorkel and dive with denizens of the deep, from sea lions to sea turtles at Santiago's Cousin's Rock. Hike by finches, flamingos and iguanas along the Darwin Trail. Admire Sierra Negra Volcano on Isabela. As visitor numbers are limited within the islands' National Park, book your boat tour through a tour operator. Visit January through April for the best snorkeling.
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1. 8-Day Tour of Galapagos and Quito Including Hotels and Transfers
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Take an 8 day trip to Ecuador including Galapagos Islands and a day trip in Quito City. Start your journey with a visit the Old town Quito, step into the beautiful colonial churches and submerge into its history and classic art. Enjoy an amazing 360- degree view for Panecillo Hill. Get ready for a 5-day land tour visiting Galapagos Islands in Santa Cruz and Isabela. Visit the Giant Tortoise, see wild sea lions, and get enchanted with Galapagos most iconic wildlife and landscapes.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, 3 nights accommodations in double room sin hotel in Quito, 4 nights accommodation in selected class hotels in Galápagos, 4 breakfasts, 4 lunchs, 4 dinners in Galapagos, 2 breakfasts on Quito, Trasfers from Quito Airpot – Hotel – Quito Airport (Days 1, 3, 7 and 8), All land and sea transportation within the Galapagos during the program, Bilingual naturalist guides for Galapagos, Excursions and visits during the program as shown in the itinerary, Snorkel equipment for Galapagos as specified by the itinerary, Transfer-in and out from Baltra Airport (by truck or by bus depending on group size), Transfer Puerto Ayora – Isabela – Puerto Ayora by public speedboat
Exclusions: Air Tickets to/from Ecuador and Galapagos, Lunch nor Dinner in Quito, Entrance to Inti Ñan Museum and Mitad del Mundo Monument in Quito, Galapagos National Park Entry Fee – USD$100, Isabela Dock Fee – USD$5, Migratory Control Card for Galapagos– USD$20, Water taxi from dock – speedboat – USD$1 per person/per ride, Soft-drinks and alcoholic beverages, Gratuities
Reviewed By C3923YMchristinaf
I cannot stress enough how flawless this experience was. The communication before, during and after the trip was amazing. I traveled during the pandemic as a solo female traveler and had zero concerns. From the airlines to guides, to transfers, to the food and excursions. Snorkeling, hiking, biking, kayaking, and wildlife galore! Every step of the way everything was handled safely and responsibly. Animals everywhere and minimal people. Just what I needed! There literally could not be a better time to travel to the Galapagos. Nothing was ruined, canceled or impacted. I am so glad I moved forward with my trip and I highly encourage others to do the same. Do not hesitate. Book the trip!!! I will use this company again to plan an Amazon vacation.
2. Bicycle rental
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
We are the first and only company to offer bike rental service on Floreana Island.
Inclusions: Use of bicycle
Exclusions: Private transportation
3. 8 Day Machu Picchu & Galapagos Classic
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
The Peru & Galapagos combination is the perfect option for travelers with not a lot of time. You will see the absolute highlights of South America with the Galapagos Islands and the Machu Picchu in Peru. The trip is full of adventure but combined with comfortable family owned hotels. The hotels are tourist superior class. HIGHLIGHTS -Machu Picchu: enjoy the famous ancient Inca ruins -Santa Cruz highlands: walk around giant tortoises in their natural habitat. -Charles Darwin Research Station: known for its turtles, born from 3 inches to 4 feet long. -Bartolome / Floreana / North Seymour: on these uninhabited islands you will find lots of endemic species -Playa Mann: snorkel and enjoy beach time watching the sea lions around you.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Accommodation in a single, double or triple room., Airport pickup and drop off at Baltra airport at your arrival/departure time., Transportation on and between the Islands as described in the itinerary., Local naturalist guide (English & Spanish speaking)., Return train tickets Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu), Entrance fee Machu Picchu (including guided tour), Snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel, fins and life vest., Transportation between Baltra Airport – Itabaca Channel., 24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish.
Exclusions: Flights, Entrance fee for the Galapagos National Park., Migratory Control Card / Ingala Transit Card: $ 20 p.p. (cash only)., Water Taxi around $ 1 p.p. (small boat that takes you from the speedboat to the harbor and back)., For rent: wetsuit (recommended between May – November): $ 5 p.p. per day (cash only)., Personal travel & health insurance., Optional tips for the guide.
Reviewed By mbennaton
We (my husband and I ) had an amazing time in the Galapagos Islands! We did this trip at the end of October 2020 after the stressful lockdown covid months, so we were looking forward to unwind and visit for the first time the enchanted islands as our vacation. The tours designed by Rebecca Adventure were perfect and customized to our taste and needs. We visited Santa Cruz and Isabela and it was perfect because there weren't many tourists at the time due to the pandemic. We were truly impressed with all the activities, the wildlife and the services provided by our tour guides. We got to see most of the land and marine fauna that we expected, including hammerhead sharks. It was without a doubt one of the most memorable trips of our lives. We highly recommend Rebecca Adventure as your tour agency for the Galapagos and Ecuador. Biosecurity measures were very well respected on the islands, so its safe to travel! If you're looking to come to Ecuador and the Galapagos this is the time, still less tourists, the wildlife is truly impressive and besides life is short, take risks and ENJOY IT!
4. Charles Darwin Station & Tortuga Bay Beach Day Tour with Lunch
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
- Private service - Certified Naturalist English/ Spanish speaking Guide - Menu lunch - Hotel pick up - Guided activities
Inclusions: Lunch, Certified Naturalist English/Spanish speaking guide, Hotel pick up, Activities, Entrance fee Charles Darwin Station, Bikes to visit Charles Darwin Station (optional)
Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips
Reviewed By jersey272
This tour was everything we had hoped it would be. Even before we got there Dante, the owner, guided us in our decision process. He was flexible and patient. The adventure started right after we got off the plane and didn't stop until we left the last day. Each place we met courteous people that were so helpful and kind. The places we visited were educational and so enjoyable. Dante was great to work with and available for us the whole way. He and the people he had working with him took care of us throughout the journey. My 50th celebration to the Galapagos was truly a trip of a lifetime...thank you Dante and everyone we met!!!
5. The Best of Ecuador & Galapagos 12 Days / 11 Nights (PRIVATE Trip)
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Discover the Avenue of the Volcanoes at the Ecuadorian Andes very well known for its striking volcanic peaks and rugged Andean scenery. Some of Ecuador’s most visited sites lie in this area, including the view Cotopaxi volcano, the Quilotoa Lake a huge crater lake, the lively little holiday town of Baños and of course, Ecuador’s highest peak, Chimborazo. Keeping going to the south visit the famous Devil´s nose train that follows a zigzag path carved into the rock to continue to Cuenca with its cozy old town with colonial plazas, squares and much more. The land tour end in the Guayaquil city based at the pacific coast in order to departure to the Enchanted Islands of Galapagos that will captivate to every traveler with its unique flora and fauna.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Private transportation, English speaking guide, Accommodation based in double room, Excursions as mentioned in the program, Public boat ticket to travel from Santa Cruz to Isabela Island and vice versa, Shared excursion to Tintoreras Islet with Snorkel gear, Shared excursion to Sierra Volcano, Devil´s Nose Train Ticket
Exclusions: Meals not mentioned in the program, Personal expenses, Flight ticket to Galapagos 480-500 usd pp aprox. pp, Entrance fees to the places mentioned in the program, Galapagos entrance fee 100 usd pp, Galapagos transit card 20 usd pp, Isabela dock fee at Galapagos 10 usd pp, Local bus at Baltra airport to get to the channel 5 usd pp per way, Local water taxis 5 usd pp for the whole program , Gratuities
Reviewed By Tina S
We needed a rapid Covid test within 72 hours of our flight back to the US. Guanguiltagua Expeditions to the rescue!! Dennis and team helped Us get the test from a private lab that came to our condo in Cuenca and we Received results the very next day! Great experience and great service!
6. Galapagos Surprising 4 Days
Join our 4 days and 3 Nights (2 Islands) tour on Island. Enjoy all activities on the island with Round trip shared transfer and breakfast and lunch included. Our Bilingual naturalist guides will be joining you during the tour.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, 3 nights accommodation in Santa Cruz Island (Puerto Ayora), All activities, Bilingual naturalist guides, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Excursions and visits during the program., Round-trip shared transfer
Exclusions: Entrance fees Galapagos National Park 100.00 USD, TRANSIT CARD 20.00 USD, ISABELA Entrance fee 10.00 USD, Transportation Baltra Airport – Itabaca Channel – USD 5.00 p.p. (subject to change), Transportation Itabaca Channel – Baltra Airport – USD 5.00 p.p. (subject to change), Air Ticket Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra Galapagos, Water taxi from dock to speedboat (depending on the tide) – $ 1.00 US per person per ride., Dinner, Drinks, Personal Expenses, Tips, Gratuities
Reviewed By Bai F
We join the 6 days Discover Galapagos trip which was very nice, thank Wilson to make the trip very smooth and tour guild Inrry did excellent job, we are very strong to recommend this trip.
7. 8 Day Galápagos Island Hopping with Quito
This 8-day program you will experience the highlights of Quito, Capital of Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. you can choose from Standard to Luxury class hotels. Semi-Private Tour, Transportation, accommodation in double or single rooms, meals (Ecuadorian menu), and a bilingual naturalist guide, who will accompany you during the tours. If you are a single traveler it is possible to join the group tour and to stay in a private room upon a single charge. The highlights of this program are: Quito City Colonial District, Mitad del Mundo and Teleférico, Santa Cruz, (El Chato, Charles Darwin) San Cristobal ( Isla Lobos) Española and uninhabited island
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, 7 nights accommodation in selected hotels, All activities, Certified English/Spanish speaking guide, Snorkeling gear including fins and Wetsuit (shorty 2.5mm) when the excursions include water activities, Small-group tour or private as described in the program, Airport transfers in the Galapagos islands and Quito, All transportation on the islands (boat, car) (except transportation during the free time), 24 hours asisstance in English / Spanish
Exclusions: Entrance fee $100,00 (American dollars) in Galapagos National Park (to be paid upon arrival at the airport – CASH ONLY – There is no ATM at the airport. Please bring enough cash), Flight from/to Galápagos Islands ( we will help to organize it according to the itinerary, contact us), INGALA $20,00 (American dollars) in the mainland airport, Travel insurance: mandatory for all tourists entering Ecuador, Tips
Reviewed By Bretekiel
We had a great day trip from Quito to Cotopaxi with our guide Daniel. He picked us up from our hotel on time at 8am and drove expertly to Cotopaxi taking a scenery road which allowed us to appreciate the geography of the inter-valley region. The drive took about 1.5 hours. His approach takes you around the volcanoes from all angles. Daniel was truly passionate about Ecuador and very knowledgeable about wildlife and vegetation of the region. He stopped plenty of times for awesome picture opportunities. We hiked from the parking lot (15K ft) to the refuge (16K ft) doing the zig-zag approach and experienced no issues with altitude sickness whatsoever (he stopped by a kiosko where we could buy coca candy and leaves if needed before entering the park). The weather was awful as we ascended, with small hail and dust from the strong winds, but he was patient and set the pace perfectly for us to successfully reach the refuge. We grabbed hot chocolate up in the refuge (2.5 per cup, bring change) and warmed up before going back down. On our way back to Quito, we stopped by an authentic local restaurant around 3pm where we had a soup, a pork dish, and an ice cream. Back to the hotel by 5pm promptly. This is a great experience for a Quito escapade which you should consider if you're looking to do something based off the city.
8. 6-Days Quito & Galapagos Basic
Visit the largest and best preserved Historic Center of South America, live the traditional trades and experience the culture of the most touristic city of Ecuador. Admire one of the best places of interest and wildlife in the Galapagos Islands with this yacht tour. Visit Tortuga Bay Beach, La Lobería, Canal del Amor and Playa de los Perros. See sea lions, marine iguanas, reef sharks and many more exotic marine animals.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 2 nights’ accommodation in Quito, 3 nights’ accommodation in Galápagos (Puerto Ayora) , The Original Quito City Tour in Trolley + Authentic Middle of the World Tour, Transfer Baltra / hotel in Puerto Ayora, visiting the highland part of Santa Cruz Island (Includes lava Tunnels and a turtle reserve) + Visit to the Scientific Charles Darwin Station. (Transfer operates daily at 13h00). **It will be possible to operate transfers without visits at the following times: 10h00 and 15h00*, Transfer hotel / airport with a stop at Los Gemelos craters. (Transfer operates daily at 07h00, 09h00 and 12h00), Transfer airport / hotel in Quito, Excursion to Tortuga Beach & Bay Tour
Exclusions: Airfare to Galapagos, Galapagos National Park Tax (USD 100), Galapagos Transit Tourist Card (USD 20), In Quito, Municipal tax of US$ 2,75 per room per night is not included. Passengers must pay directly., Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By F5878SXjamieg
This trip was amazing! The day was packed full of adventuring, learning, and driving through the country...there was never a dull moment! The guide was very knowledgeable about everything from the flora and fauna to the history of the areas visited AND was able to explain in English as well! I’d recommend this trip to anyone looking for a tour of Cotopaxi and/or Quilatoa.
9. 7-Day Quito, Galápagos & Guayaquil
Enjoy this 7-day tour including 2 nights in Quito, 3 nights in Galapagos Islands and 1 night in Guayaquil.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 2 nights’ accommodation in Quito, 3 nights’ accommodation in Galápagos (Puerto Ayora) , The Original Quito City Tour in Trolley + Authentic Middle of the World Tour, Transfer Baltra / hotel in Puerto Ayora, visiting the highland part of Santa Cruz Island (Includes lava Tunnels and a turtle reserve) + Visit to the Scientific Charles Darwin Station. (Transfer operates daily at 13h00). **It will be possible to operate transfers without visits at the following times: 10h00 and 15h00*, Transfer hotel / airport with a stop at Los Gemelos craters. (Transfer operates daily at 07h00, 09h00 and 12h00), Transfer airport / hotel / airport in Quito, Excursion to Tortuga Beach & Bay Tour, 1 night accommodation in Guayaquil, Full day Excursion in yacht, Transfer airport / hotel / airport in Guayaquil
Exclusions: Airfare to Galapagos, Galapagos National Park Tax (USD 100), Galapagos Transit Tourist Card (USD 20), In Quito, Municipal tax of US$ 2,75 per room per night is not included. Passengers must pay directly., Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Airfare to Guayaquil, In Guayaquil, Municipal tax of US$ 2,50 per room per night is not included....
Reviewed By F5878SXjamieg
This trip was amazing! The day was packed full of adventuring, learning, and driving through the country...there was never a dull moment! The guide was very knowledgeable about everything from the flora and fauna to the history of the areas visited AND was able to explain in English as well! I’d recommend this trip to anyone looking for a tour of Cotopaxi and/or Quilatoa.
10. 12-Days Andes, Coast & Galápagos from Quito
Enjoy Quito and its environs, Equatorial Monument, Otavalo market and meet Cuenca, Guayaquil and the wonderfulll Galapagos Islands.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 3 night's accommodation in Quito, The Original Quito City Tour in Trolley + Authentic Middle of the World Tour , Otavalo Indigenous Market, Cotacachi & Cuicocha Tour, Cotopaxi + Quilotoa Ful Day Tour with 1 night of lodging at Riobamba, Traslado Riobamba / Cuenca, visiting the Ingapirca Ruins, 2 night's accommodation in Cuenca, City tour Cuenca, Transfer Cuenca / Guayaquil , 2 night's accommodation in Guayaquil, City tour Guayaquil, Transfer Hotel – Guayaquil Airport, Visit to the Scientific Charles Darwin Station, 3 night's accommodation in Galápagos (Santa Cruz Island) , Tortuga Bay and Tour de Bahia, Full-day yacht tours with lunch (Bartolome, Plazas, Seymour or Santa Fe), Hotel Taxes
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Airfare to Galapagos, Galapagos National Park Tax (USD 100), Galapagos Transit Tourist Card (USD 20)
Reviewed By F5878SXjamieg
This trip was amazing! The day was packed full of adventuring, learning, and driving through the country...there was never a dull moment! The guide was very knowledgeable about everything from the flora and fauna to the history of the areas visited AND was able to explain in English as well! I’d recommend this trip to anyone looking for a tour of Cotopaxi and/or Quilatoa.
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