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Wildlife watching in the Galapagos

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Stroll with sea birds and snorkel with penguins, sea lions and marine iguanas on guided expeditions in the pristine natural wonderland of the Galápagos.

Imagine a natural sanctuary where giant tortoises plod beside marine iguanas, while penguins and sea lions dart through an ocean brimming with tropical marine life… Welcome to the Galápagos Islands, where wildlife enjoys a fearless existence free from predators and unthreatened by man.

No matter which islands you visit, you’ll see wildlife in huge numbers and from very close range – these exotic creatures are completely unfazed by your presence. You can walk among languid colonies of iguanas and sea birds, snorkel with playful sea lions and watch blue-footed boobies perform their delightful mating dance right before your eyes. Between June and October there’s even a chance of sighting humpback whales breaching beside your boat.

Each island is surprisingly different to the next, both geographically and ecologically, and we can help you choose an itinerary that visits particular habitats if you are keen to see a specific species. However the truth is that there isn’t a corner of the archipelago that won’t enchant wildlife lovers, and the simple privilege of sharing this unique environment with the creatures who call it home is enough to make any visit a richly rewarding experience.

Holidays Wildlife watching in the Galapagos

From expertly designed Private Journeys to trail-blazing Group Tours, browse our range of carefully crafted holidays.

Sea lions on a sandy beach in the Galapagos

Private Journeys

Ecuador & Galapagos Islands / Galapagos Islands

Signature Galapagos

7 days from £4,550pp

(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)

Bartolome Island in the Galapagos

Private Journeys

Ecuador & Galapagos Islands / Galapagos Islands

Signature Galapagos: Island hopping

10 days from £7,900pp

(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)

Sea lion sunbathing on rocks in the Galapagos

Private Journeys

Ecuador & Galapagos Islands / Galapagos Islands / Peru

Value Galapagos and Peru

13 days from £5,000pp

(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)

Snow covered peak of Cotopaxi volcano in the Galapagos

Private Journeys

Ecuador & Galapagos Islands

Walking in Ecuador and Galapagos

12 days from £5,600pp

(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)

Quasar Grace boat heading towards rocky islands

Private Journeys

Ecuador & Galapagos Islands / Galapagos Islands

Luxury Galapagos Islands cruise

10 days from £11,100pp

(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)

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