Galápagos Island Hopping Land-Only

What's Included

• Accommodation
  Hotels (4 nts), G Adventures-supported community guesthouse (2 nts).

• Meals
  6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners

• G for Good Moment: Floreana Community Restaurants

  Experience community dining at Floreana Island's local restaurants, supporting local tourism.

• G for Good Moment: Floreana Community Guesthouse

  Stay at a community guesthouse on Floreana Island, supporting local tourism initiatives.

• Welcome Moment

  Meet your CEO and group for an introductory session.

• Visit to Las Grietas

  Explore the stunning lagoon of Las Grietas on Santa Cruz Island.

• Snorkelling at Loberia

  Enjoy snorkelling at Loberia on Floreana Island.

• Flamingo Lagoon visit

  Visit the Flamingo Lagoon on Isabela Island.

• Sierra Negra volcano hike

  Hike up Sierra Negra Volcano and explore the lava fields on Isabela Island.

• Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre visit

  Visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre on Isabela Island.

• Tortuga Bay hike

  Hike to Tortuga Bay on Santa Cruz Island.

• Isabela Municipal Tax

  The Isabela Municipal Tax is included in the tour.

• Transport

  All transport between destinations and to/from included activities is provided.

What's Not Included

• Galápagos Island Park Entry Fee

  The Galápagos Islands Park entry fee of $200 USD per person is not included and must be paid in cash upon arrival.

• Transit Control Cards

  A fee of $20 USD per person for Transit Control Cards is not included and must be paid in cash at the Quito airport.

Transport

Private van, speedboat, walking.

Meals Included

6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners

Accommodation

Enjoy comfortable stays in hotels for 4 nights and experience the unique charm of a G Adventures-supported community guesthouse for 2 nights on Floreana Island.

Group Size

Max 16, avg 12

Solo Travellers

We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.

Meals

Eating is a big part of traveling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your leader will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.

Mode of Transport

Travel between destinations using a private van, speedboat, and on foot, ensuring a seamless and adventurous journey through the Galápagos Islands.

Minimum Age

You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.

Important Notes

ADD-ON

1) This trip can be booked on its own or as an add-on to many of our Galápagos Islands yacht based adventures. Please speak to your sales GCO about how you can mix and match with other programs.



2) ITINERARY

The itinerary is subject to further changes dependent upon new regulations made by the Galápagos National Park or seasonal points of interest.



3) PERSONAL DETAILS

G Adventures requires your passport number, full name and date of birth at the time of booking. Please make sure you give this information to your travel agent.



4) CONFIRM DETAILS WITH US

Once you have confirmed your booking please give us your international flight details and advise us if you have any important issues such as allergies, special diets, etc.



5) GALÁPAGOS ISLAND PARK ENTRY FEE

The Ecuadorian government currently levies a Galápagos Islands Park entry fee of $200 USD per person ($100 USD for children under 12 years old). This is payable at the airport upon arrival in the park. It is not included in the cost of the tour, and must be paid in CASH. This fee funds Park maintenance and supervision in Galápagos, as well as ecological study, conservation and infrastructure development in Ecuador's other National Parks. Entry fees and the funds they generate for the National Park System are among measures taken by the Ecuadorian government to protect its natural heritage.



6) TRANSIT CONTROL CARDS

The Consejo de Gobierno (local government council) have implemented a system of Transit Control Cards at a fee of $20 USD per person. This card is to be purchased in CASH at a counter in the Quito airport before boarding the flight to the Galapagos. Please retain this card along with your passport as you will be required to present this upon arrival to the Galapagos Islands. Please note that this applies to all tourists entering the Galapagos Islands and is a supplement to the existing entry fee to the National Park and is not controlled by tour operators or travel agencies. It is the first of a number of initiatives to track, control and maintain the sustainable tourism targets set out by the Galapagos National Park and the Ecuadorian government in an attempt to preserve the fragile environment of the archipelago.



COMBO TRIP

Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes.



7)ACCOMMODATION NOTE:

Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.

Group Leader

All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our group leaders, a G Adventures representative, or an expedition team. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds. For the Galápagos, our CEOs are naturalists certified by the Galapagos National Park.

About Accommodation

Please note that hot water shortages and power outages can be fairly common in Galapagos. We appreciate your patience and understanding that these occurrences are outside of our control.



Floreana Island

Please note that due to its remote location, we do stay at a simple guesthouse on Floreana Island and services and amenities may be a bit more simple than in other hotels on this trip. The experience of staying in a more remote and less-visited spot, more than makes up for a few less frills.

What to Take

We recommend the use of a duffel bag, soft bag on wheels or backpack (whichever you find easiest to carry). A good size daypack is also essential.



Please note that Galápagos is a protected national park so your luggage will be checked before arrival and departure to and from the islands. Don’t bring any food, seeds or other organic material that could affect the delicate ecosystem of the islands.

Spending Money

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Due to the remoteness of the Galapagos islands, onboard our vessels, there is no credit card machines therefore only cash is accepted. It is important that you withdraw enough cash for the duration of your trip. Once in the islands, ATM machines are extremely limited and unreliable. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip. We would also recommend to contact your local bank prior to your departure to see if international withdrawals can be done with no issues.

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