Pikaia Lodge

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The most luxurious, super-chic hotel on the Galápagos offers exclusive accommodation, top quality guided activities and its own yacht to take you on trips to other islands.

Proud member of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux portfolio, gleaming Pikaia Lodge is a luxurious, yet totally eco-friendly property sitting on top of an extinct volcano on Santa Cruz Island in the Galapagos. Everything here is very smart, and top quality: perhaps surprisingly super-cool contemporary, the spacious guestrooms and public areas are flooded with light, floor to ceiling windows open out onto the volcanic plateau and the Pacific Ocean beyond. You'll really feel enveloped by the island's wilderness.

There's a wellness spa, and if you want to be more active pop into the comprehensive fitness centre or take a dip in the gorgeous infinity pool. There are of paths and private trails for walking, jogging or biking, passing through woodland where you may encounter wild giant tortoises.

You will have the opportunity to explore other islands on the hotel's own motor yacht, returning to the hotel for dinner and the night: so you get the best of both worlds.

What our clients say

97% of our clients rated their experience with us as Excellent or Good.

The Galapagos tour was our highlight because of the proximity and abundance of the wildlife.
AB, St Neots
A truly wonderful and privileged experience!
RD, Ashford
A holiday in the Ecuador and the Galápagos is a once in a lifetime experience. A four day cruise whilst being an excellent 'overview' is just not long enough. Encourage all your customers to take the longest possible cruise.
LF
Being able to visit the Galápagos with a reputable company was a highlight - the boat was fantastic and everything about the holiday was first rate.
KF, Norfolk
Most Memorable Moment: Swimming with sea lions, following hundreds of dolphins on the boat, diving with penguins
KH, London
Impossible to choose between the Galápagos and Easter Island - both are magical, special places.
SM, Wandsworth
Highlight of your trip?: Snorkeling in the Galapagos
No-one should consider a Galápagos cruise of less then 8 days. We both had a holiday of a lifetime.
LF
The range of wildlife to be seen in the Galapagos stood out but there were so many highlights.
TH, Colchester
The Galápagos was so amazing - we were not at all disappointed even though we had looked forward to it so much. Every part of our cruise was special, and we loved the Athala and her itinerary.
RJ, Kenilworth
Galapagos Islands wildlife, guide and boat. To be so close to birds and animals is a privilege and to see such pristine beaches and scenery is lovely.
SJ, Winchelsea
A truly unique place on earth.
KS, Southampton
So many (highlights) it's hard to single some out. The Galapagos are a joy from start to finish.
JC, Littlehampton
The wildlife on the islands (obviously the major reason for the trip) was spectacular and wonderful to experience. I’m please to have made the trip and would certainly recommend the Galápagos to anyone with similar interests and sufficient money.
PM, Chesterfield
The wildlife on the islands (obviously the major reason for the trip) was spectacular and wonderful to experience. I’m please to have made the trip and would certainly recommend the Galápagos to anyone with similar interests and sufficient money.
PM, Chesterfield
The Galapagos Islands are spectacular and we are so glad we had the time to visit. After a busy four days onboard La Pinta it was good to have a days break at Finch Bay. It was certainly a well needed rest for us both.
EK, Saltash
The trip around the Galápagos was spectacular and I have never experienced anything like it before.
LB, Enfield
Our time on the Galápagos Islands was unique to us, the wildlife was fabulous, we enjoyed every minute of it.
BT, Ware
The attention to environmental concerns on the Galápagos was first rate. The national park is a pristine environment and every effort is being made to keep it that way.
PT, Peterborough
I had wanted to travel to the Galápagos for many years. My husband did not want to go, so I arranged the trip by myself and had a memorable time, whilst feeling very well looked after by JLA.
JG
The Galapagos animals, scenery and sea were out of this world, just fabulous
CH, Epsom
Unique experience
A holiday in Ecuador/the Galapagos is a once in a life time experience. A four day cruise whilst being an excellent 'overview' is just not long enough. Encourage all your customers to take the longest possible cruise.
DW, Lingfield
We loved snorkelling with marine iguanas, turtles, and the lovely playful sealions.
FM, Manchester
The trip to to the Galapagos was the highlight undoubtedly - and the memories will remain with us for a long time -along with the huge photographic archive taken!
CG, Stratchcarron
Snorkelling with penguins, turtles, sea lions and marine iguanas. Unbeatable.
DJ, Saltash
The Galápagos trip was very sympathetic to the environment and local habitat.
AD, Dublin
Galapagos was incredible. We loved it. The guides were all excellent and we especially enjoyed having guides with a naturalist qualification.
LE, Poole
The close proximity of the wildlife in the Galapagos is amazing.
DW, Stevenage
The Galápagos Islands were out of this world.
DJ, Chesterfield
How close we could get to the wildlife in the Galápagos.
DG, Neston

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Our specialists have been expertly crafting award-winning tailor-made holidays to Latin America for 40 years. We would be delighted to create a truly personalised trip which perfectly matches your wishes and requirements.

Kathryn Rhodes - Travel Expert

Kathryn backpacked across Argentina, Chile, Bolivia and Peru before joining us. She has a degree in Philosophy and French and is a keen netball player.

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