Overview & Highlights
From the vibrant capital Quito, fly to the Galapagos for a cruise on a small, good value, popular and informal vessel.
It doesn’t have to break the bank to spend a whole week’s cruise observing the unique fauna of Ecuador’s Galápagos Islands. You’ll sail on a small motor cruiser offering the informal atmosphere favoured by those who prefer the laid-back approach of smaller craft to the larger luxury vessels. You will have ample opportunity to make new friends among people with shared interests. In addition to landings on the islands you will have the opportunity to snorkel or swim with sea-lions. Travel by night and awaken next day with a new island to discover.
Spend a day exploring the colonial capital, before heading across the ocean to embark on a cruise to see the greatest wildlife show on Earth. It was on a similar trip over 200 years ago that Darwin returned to the archipelago to write the seminal book ‘The Origin of the Species’. Step into his shoes and explore the diversity of land and marine life which inhabit these enchanting islands. You’ll have the opportunity to observe a wide range of bird, mammal, reptile and insect species in a hugely contrasting variety of natural habitats, not to mention a plethora of exotic flora. The twisted lava, dense forests and white sand beaches are a great attraction too, as are the snorkelling and swimming experiences.
- Half day guided tour of Quito
- 8 day cruise around the Galápagos Islands on a comfortable motor vessel
- All excursions whilst on your cruise including islands visits and snorkelling
- Spotting the fantastic bird and wildlife
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