About this trip
The Galápagos didn't get its reputation by accident — centuries cut off from the mainland have left it with wildlife you won't find anywhere else. This trip covers the central and western islands aboard the Reina Silvia Voyager, a newly built catamaran with proper comforts on board.
Days are spent moving between islands by boat, with time ashore and in the water to see what's there — iguanas and flamingoes on the beaches, sea life below the surface, tortoises going about their business on land.
It's an easy-paced, fully guided way to see a lot of the archipelago without having to plan the logistics yourself.
What you'll do
- Spot iguanas and flamingoes on the beaches of Punta Cormorant
- Snorkel among abundant marine life at Punta Vicente Roca
- Meet giant tortoises at the Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz
- Sail between the central and western islands aboard the catamaran Reina Silvia Voyager
- Easy pace, fully guided throughout
- Can run over the Christmas and New Year period
Worth it if you crave unfiltered wildlife encounters and attentive service. Think twice if you're budget-conscious or dislike early starts and sea time.
- Wildlife proximity and snorkeling are genuinely exceptional; animals behave naturally within arm's reach.
- Naturalist guides (Indira Torres, Omar) are knowledgeable, personable locals who elevate the entire experience significantly.
- Snorkeling in May is cold; wetsuits essential. Expect substantial time onboard between island stops.
- Meals and cabin comfort exceeded expectations; crew anticipates needs without fuss throughout the journey.
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Departing in Aug is cheapest — from £4,685, about 39% below the priciest month (May).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Quito · 13 Aug – 14 Aug
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