Experience an unforgettable adventure in the Galápagos Islands on this 8 Day adventure: walk among giant tortoises on Santa Cruz, trek through trails teeming with marine iguanas and penguins. Snorkel alongside reef sharks in one of the planet’s most pristine ecosystems, as you explore a unique wildlife paradise unlike any other.
Welcome to Ecuador and the gateway to the Galapagos! On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
This afternoon, your local guide will take you on a walking tour of Guayaquil. You will visit Seminario Park, famously known as Iguana Park for its resident Green Iguanas. Next, explore The Integration Plaza at Guayaquil City Hall and Vulcano Forge, showcasing sculptures that unravel the Independent secret plan of the Patriots. Then, venture to the Malecon 2000 with its plazas, monuments, and gardens before delving into the historic Las Penias Neighborhood, marked by its ancient fort and wooden houses recounting tales of past pirate attacks.
This evening enjoy an evening at your leisure, or perhaps your group will want to go out for dinner together.
Overnight at Guayaquil.
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Special Information
This morning , after breakfast , you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to the Galapagos Islands
Note : Flight tickets and departure time will be advised locally on your arrival in Guayaquil.
Your guide will pick you up from the airport and continue on to visit the Highlands of the Island where you can observe the giant tortoise roaming in a natural habitat. Make the most of great picture opportunities with this endangered species, endemic to the Galapagos before continuing to your hotel in Puerto Ayora.
Later, head to the Charles Darwin Research Station, located in Puerto Ayora. The research station plays a crucial role in the conservation and preservation of the Galápagos Islands' delicate ecosystem. Here, you'll learn about ongoing research projects, breeding programs for endangered species, and the conservation efforts to protect the islands' biodiversity. One of the main highlights of the Charles Darwin Research Station is the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center. You'll have the opportunity to see these magnificent creatures up close and learn about the conservation efforts to protect and reintroduce them to their natural habitats.
In the afternoon you will arrive back at your hotel for an evening at leisure.
Overnight at hotel.
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Special Information
After breakfast, you will embark on a full day tour to one of the beautiful uninhabited islands of Santa Fe, South Plaza, North Seymour or Bartolomé (subject to scheduling). Your excursion will travel by speed boat - the trip takes approximately 2 hours each way.
Your expert naturalist guide will introduce you to the island's unique wildlife which may include endemic species such as Galapagos penguins, land iguanas, Darwin's finches, blue-footed Boobies and many more.
You will have the opportunity to snorkel in the crystal-clear waters, discover marine life and vibrant coral reefs.
You’ll then return to Puerto Ayora by late afternoon to spend the evening relaxing.
Special Information :
Your touring today may be shared with other non Inspiring Vacations guests.
After breakfast, visit Tortuga Bay. You will take a guided walk (45 minutes each way) to take in the scenery and wildlife. Visitors can often encounter marine iguanas, Galápagos crabs, sea lions, and a variety of bird species such as pelicans and finches.
Once you reach Playa Brava, please be aware that swimming is not allowed here due to the presence of hazardous currents. For those wishing to swim, continue walking along the beach until you discover a trail leading through the mangrove forest. This path will take you to Playa Mansa, a sheltered bay where you can safely swim and relish the cool shade provided by the mangroves.
This afternoon, transfer to the pier and board a public speed-boat to San Cristobal Island (approximately 2.5 hours ride). Upon arrival, you will enjoy a walking tour in the beautiful Puerto Baquerizo to enjoy the local life.
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Special Information
Your travel time today will be approximately 2.5 hours on a public speed-boat service. Passengers are generally allowed one medium-sized piece of luggage and a small personal item (such as a day-pack), both of which must be manageable and easily storable on the boat.
This morning after breakfast you will visit one of the most iconic sites in the Galapagos Islands: Kicker Rock or “Leon Dormido”, an amazing rock formation just 90 minutes from San Cristobal Island. This incredible landmark is a remnant of a vertical tuff cone formation with an altitude of 500 feet from the Pacific Ocean, it is considered as one of the best snorkelling sites in the Archipelago.
Erosion has given the formation its characteristic shape of a shoe (hence the name Kicker Rock) and others see a sleeping lion from above, the reason why in Spanish it is called “Leon Dormido”.
Snorkelling in the vicinity of the rock is truly an unforgettable experience! You will be able to spot marine iguanas, sea turtles, rays, Galapagos sharks, schools of colourful fish and, with some luck, hammerhead sharks. Also in the crevasses of the rock, you can encounter blue-footed boobies, masked-boobies and frigate birds.
Return to San Cristobal and your hotel for a well-deserved short resting time. In the afternoon, visit La Loberia beach, a scenic beach filled with large colonies of curious sea-lions, marine iguanas, frigate birds and more.
Spend the evening relaxing after a packed day.
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Special Information
This morning visit to the Interpretation Centre, which takes you through the history and settlement of the islands. Visitors can enjoy expositions on natural history, human history and conservation. The natural history explains the different natural facts, such as the volcanic origin of the islands, the distance between the mainland, its currents, the special climate, the arrival of different species, etc. The exposition room of Human History gives a chronological overview of the discovery and colonisation of the Galapagos.
The second section describes the reality of today's Galapagos: the problems and the struggle of several institutions and individuals to conserve Galapagos. The Center also has an outdoor theatre and a cinema.
At the appropriate time you will be picked up and transferred to the airport in time to board your flight to the capital of Ecuador, Quito. Upon arrival, your guide will welcome you and drive to your cosy centrally located hotel.
The rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore the surroundings.
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Special Information :
Today you are at leisure to enjoy the quaint city at your own pace. The Ecuadorian capital is constructed on the foundations of an ancient Incan city and is known for its well-preserved colonial centre, rich with 16th- and 17th-century churches and other structures blending European, Moorish and indigenous styles.
Alternatively, you may wish to join an optional full day tour of this fascinating city.
Optional Tour - Quito & Middle of the World Tour
Explore Quito's famous Old Town, considered as Human Heritage Patrimony and the largest Colonial district in all of South America. Along the way you'll visit “La Compañia de Jesus” Church, surely one of the most beautiful churches in South America, and also the charming “La Ronda” Street, the most popular colonial street for centuries in the centre of the City.
Afterwards, you will head to the north of the city for about 50 minutes to the also famous "Middle of the World" with its symbolic Monument and Compound with many open-air exhibits, cultural displays, shops and typical food Restaurants. The Monument was built during the XVII century when a French expedition travelled to Ecuador to define the precise location of the Equatorial Line.
Your guide will tell you all the important aspects of the Compound and its importance to researchers and scientists around the World; you will enter the Monument where you find many displays of the Ecuadorian rich and ancient culture and human history, also visit the on-site “Inti-Ñan” Museum where you can witness and participate in active experiments that prove that you are indeed at the Centre of the Earth.
Meeting Point: Hotel
Includes: Hotel transfers, English speaking guide & entrance fees
Start Time: 08:00am
Duration: 7 hours
Your tour comes to an end today after breakfast.
At the appropriate time, make your own way to the airport.
Thank you for travelling with Inspiring Vacations. We hope you had a memorable experience.
Special Information
Airport transfers are not included. Our transfer portal offers the option to book your airport transfers for an easier arrival experience (additional charges apply). Access to this portal will be available through your Traveller Hub once your booking is confirmed.
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Add Ons , Upgrades and room Configuration
Optional tours: To enhance your journey, we are offering guests a choice of the following optional activities (prices are per person):
1) Pre Tour Accommodation : INR8,702.00 per room, per night for double and twin share
INR8,702.00 per room, per night for solo travellers
2) Post Tour Accommodation : INR6,942.00 per room, per night for double and twin share
INR6,942.00 per room, per night for solo travellers
Note : Please select the number of extra nights required in the 'Additional Nights Accommodation' field when making your purchase. The additional cost for these arrangements will be added to your final payment invoice and are subject to availability.
Upgrades : Not available
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Bedding Configuration :
Single travellers:
When booking this tour, solo travellers will be presented with the below options:
1) Single Supplement:
2) Shared Room with a known friend :
3) Shared Room with a fellow traveller:
Note : Triple Share : Not available
Child Policy
Flight Information : This is a land only package.
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Airline:
All cancellation and date change of Air tickets is based on the airline policy and will be shared at the time of the requirement.
Land Part:
Clear 35 working days or more prior to the date of departure of the Tour &ndash No Cancellation for the Tour Price until or unless specified NON REFUNDABLE
Clear 35 to 31 working days prior to the date of departure of the Tour. - 25% OF THE TOUR PRICE
Clear 30 to 16 working days prior to the date of departure of the Tour. - 50% OF THE TOUR PRICE
Clear 15 to 08 working days prior to the date of departure of the Tour. - 75% OF THE TOUR PRICE
Less than 07 clear working days prior to the date of departure of the Tour. - 100% of Tour Cost
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