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TOUR
6 days / 5 nights
GROUP
Individual tour
TYPE
Galapagos cruise
TYPE OF TRAVELER
Naturalist and inspirational
WHAT WE OFFER IN THIS TOUR
(First class service, safety y flexibility guaranteed)
• Discover a unique destination in the world.
• Connecting life and nature.
• Enjoy a first class service on board our cruise.
• Recharge your energy in an exclusive paradise.
Best of Galapagos
GALAPAGOS, THE PLACE THAT CONNECTS YOU!
The Galapagos Islands, a world heritage site, surprise us with their great variety of unique species such as giant tortoises, flightless cormorants, blue-footed boobies and Galapagos penguins. This spectacular archipelago has a volcanic formation that gives each island a different type of landscape. Women, who make up 48% of the islands' population, mostly work in tourism, agriculture and fishing. Come to Galapagos and connect with nature and the strength of being a woman!
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ITINERARY
PRICE AND TERMS
TRAVEL TIPS
ITINERARY
Our guide will be waiting for you at the airport to welcome you. We will take you to the hotel on our comfortable bus with enough space for all your luggage.
ACCOMMODATION: Holiday Inn or similar (first class)
MEALS INCLUDED: By your own.
Flight to the Galapagos Islands, arrive at Baltra airport where our guide will be waiting for us. Our first visit is to Black Turtle Cove, which gets its name from the abundance of green sea turtles, known locally as "Black Turtle". Reef sharks, sea turtles, and several species of rays inhabit this beautiful area.
CRUISE: M/C Alya or similar (first class)
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Darwin Bay, on Genovesa Island, is a favorite site for seabird watchers. We will be amazed by the noise of hundreds of boobies, seagulls, and frigate birds flying over our heads. Located on the same island, we will visit El Barranco where we will observe cliffs made of very fragile fractured lava, the natural habitat of the Petrel and its colonies.
CRUISE: M/C Alya or similar (first class)
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
In Sullivan Bay, on Santiago Island, we can find penguins, pelicans, and oystercatchers. Its incredible lava formation is one of its main attractions. We will have an excellent view of Pinnacle Rock, a beautiful peach-colored sand beach located on one of the most iconic islands of the Galapagos: Bartolome Island.
CRUISE: M/C Alya or similar (first class)
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
The turquoise blue water and coral sand beaches surrounded by dark lava rocks give this islet a true tropical character in the shape of a Chinese hat. In Mosquera, we will walk along the beach and enjoy the playful sea lion pups surfing the waves and having fun in the sea pools.
CRUISE: M/C Alya or similar (first class)
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
We will learn about the projects that the Charles Darwin Station carries out in conjunction with the Galapagos National Park to protect native species and eradicate invasive species that threaten their environment. We will return to the mainland for the international flight home. In case you need an extra night, we are happy to help you with this at the time of booking.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast.
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PRICE AND TERMS
Price from USD 5 057,oo per person (in shared room)
Single supplement is USD 2 499,oo ★ BEST DEPARTURE DATE: APRIL 12 - APRIL 17 ★
INCLUDES
- Shared transfers airport - hotel - airport
- Bilingual tour guide
- 1 night accommodation in mainland Ecuador.
- First class cruise according to availability.
- Full board on the Galapagos, three daily meals.
- Bilingual naturalist guide for Galapagos excursions
- Snorkeling equipment
DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Local air tickets (will be issued according to the airline's fare at the time of purchase).
- Meals and services not specified.
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Tips and personal expenses.
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee: USD 100 per person.
- Galapagos Migratory Control Card: USD 20 per person.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
- The itinerary is subject to change due to weather, logistical and operational reasons.
- A 10% deposit is required at the time of confirmation to hold space.
- Payment in full 60 days prior to the tour departure.
- Cancellation without surcharge can be made up to 8 days of booking confirmation. The deposit will be refunded if cancellation occurs within this time (does not cover transfer or card refund charges).
- For any cancellation, full charges apply from day 9 after confirmation.
- Groups of maximum 16 passengers, minimum of 6. In case of not meeting the minimum on the selected date, an alternative date or the option of a private trip will be offered, re-quoting the service according to the number of people confirmed.
- Accommodation in shared rooms throughout the itinerary.
- COVID-19 vaccination certificate for entry into Ecuador (if required).
- We strongly recommend having travel insurance, as the tour price does not include it.
TRAVEL TIPS
WEATHER
- Ecuador has a tropical climate that varies with altitude and regions.
- The weather is very pleasant although it can vary on the same day.
- Wet season: December to May. The climate is warm and rainy.
- Dry season: June to November with temperatures between 25ºC to 30ºC.
WHAT TO BRING ON THIS TOUR
- Casual clothes and if you wish you can dress up a bit for dinners.
- Lightweight but warm jacket/sweatshirt for cool mornings and evenings or unusually cool days.
- A warmer jacket for mountain visits.
- Rain poncho or travel umbrella.
- Bathing suit.
- Necessary for a good sleep, such as ear plugs, sleeping pills, etc.
- Trekking shoes for both mainland Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.
- Sandals for the beach.
- Sunscreen minimum factor 50.
- Sunglasses and sun hat.
LUGGAGE:
- We recommend ONE suitcase with a maximum height of 63 cm and an approximate weight of 15 kg, and a small carry-on bag.
- Personal belongings are under the responsibility of each passenger.
PHYSICAL CONDITION:
- Our tours are characterized by visiting the tourist sites on foot, your physical condition is important for you to be able to keep up with the group.
- Remember that we will be at altitudes of 2,800 to 4,000 meters above sea level.
- While you are in Galapagos you have the option of snorkeling. Check your physical condition for this activity.
MONEY:
- In Ecuador the official currency is the US dollar. If you are going to bring cash, try to have low denomination bills, since most stores accept bills of up to USD 20.
- The most widely accepted credit cards in Ecuador are Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.
- There is a wide coverage of ATMs in the country if you need to withdraw money.
GRATUITIES:
- In the case of continental Ecuador we suggest an amount of USD 5 per day for the driver and USD 10 per day for the guide.
- In the case of Galapagos we suggest USD 15 per day for the guide and USD 10 per day for the crew.
- Please note that these are only suggestions.
OUR PEOPLE
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN CHARGE OF MÓNICA
On this Galapagos cruise we will learn about the small actions of social responsibility carried out by Monica Frias, Quality Manager of the M/C Alya, who has always believed that helping others allows us to strengthen our growth as people, so the M/C Alya works with local artists, contributes to the education of Galapagos children and also helps with better environmental management by reducing the carbon footprint that tourism produces.
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+593-99-831-1109 info@ecuadorandbeyondtours.com
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