Independent Galapagos cruise aboard the Galápagos Legend with Ecuador's Amazon
Independent Galapagos cruise aboard the Galápagos Legend with Ecuador's Amazon
Independent Galapagos cruise aboard the Galápagos Legend with Ecuador's Amazon
11 Days Starting in Quito, Ecuador and ending in Guayaquil, Ecuador
Visiting: Quito, Amazon Lodge, Amazon Rainforest, North Seymour Island, Bartolomé Island, San Cristobal Island, San Cristobal, Guayaquil
Tour operator:
Tour code:
ISK2-2024
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
How deep is your love of adventure? Is it deep enough to follow the course of Charles Darwin to discover your own love affair with the wildlife paradise of the Galápagos Islands and the Amazon Rainforest? If so, this Globus Independent tour in South America is pointing you in the right direction. Ignite your independent spirit on a canoe trip downriver from Coca to the comfort of your lodge the Amazon Rainforest, where you’re in good hands with a Naturalist guide to explore the jungle from its rainforest canopy to the forest floor. Be awestruck by the wealth of wildlife that thrives in this tropical wilderness. Next, explore the historic heart of Quito and depart for parts unknown where blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, and diving iguanas of the Galápagos give new meaning to mind-blowing discoveries. Cruise in luxury on the Galápagos Legend and explore the archipelago in the company of a Naturalist guide. Sail upon pristine waters to discover the perfectly evolved creatures who thrive on this volcanic archipelago. Stroll the sand where sea lions bask and albatross brace against the updrafts above the cliffs. Sail, snorkel, and simply stay in a state of astonishment through the sanctuaries of spectacular species on Bartolomé, Santiago, North Seymour, and San Cristobal Islands. Visit the Giant Tortoise Reserve where conservationists work to protect the gentle giants for which the islands are named. You’ll also find the I-time you deserve to fall in love with adventure again!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Quito,Ecuador
Location: Quito
Accommodation Name: Hilton Colon Quito
Welcome to Quito, where your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.
Day 2: Quito,Coca,Amazon Lodge
Location: Quito
Accommodation Name: Napo Wildlife Center
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Amazon Lodge
Location: Amazon Lodge
Accommodation Name: Napo Wildlife Center
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Amazon Lodge
Location: Amazon Rainforest
Accommodation Name: Napo Wildlife Center
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Amazon Lodge,Coca,Quito
Location: Quito
Accommodation Name: Hilton Colon Quito
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 6: Quito
Location: Quito
Accommodation Name: Hilton Colon Quito
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 7: Quito,Baltra (Embarkation),Galápagos Cruising: North Seymour Island
Location: North Seymour Island
Accommodation Name: Galápagos Legend
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Cruising: Bartolomé Island & Santiago Island
Location: Bartolomé Island
Accommodation Name: Galápagos Legend
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Cruising: San Cristobal Island
Location: San Cristobal Island
Accommodation Name: Galápagos Legend
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Cruising: San Cristobal (Disembarkation),Guayaquil
Location: San Cristobal
Accommodation Name: Hilton Colon Guayaquil
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 11: Guayaquil
Location: Guayaquil
Accommodation Name: Hilton Colon Guayaquil
Meals Included: Breakfast
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation in Quito at Hilton Colon Quito, in Coca at Napo Wildlife Center, and in Guayaquil at Hilton Colon Guayaquil.
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Meals
Buffet breakfast daily; 6 lunches; 6 three-course dinners.
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Transportation
Transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary, including private airport transfers to/from intra-vacation flights. Internal flights to/from the Galápagos and the Ecuadorian Amazon are included.
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Guided Tours
Local guide service in Quito. A Naturalist in the Galápagos and Amazon are also provided.
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Nature Excursions
Nature excursions with a Naturalist in the Amazon, including jungle walks, canopy walks, and night walks or canoe rides.
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Galápagos Cruise
3-night cruise aboard the Galápagos Legend with visits to North Seymour Island, Bartolomé Island, Santiago Island, and San Cristobal Island.
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UNESCO Sites
Visits to the City of Quito and the Galápagos Islands, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, laundry, and phone calls are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
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International Flights
International flights to and from Ecuador are not included.
UNESCO Sites
City of Quito|Galapagos Islands
Meals
Buffet breakfast daily; 6 lunches; 6 three-course dinners
Notes
Transportation is as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary and include private airport transfers to/from intra-vacation flights. Internal flights to/from the Galápagos and the Ecuadorian Amazon are included. Local guide service is provied in Quito. A Naturalist in the Galápagos & Amazon are also provided. In the Galápagos, there will be “wet landings” meaning guests will need to be able to jump in the water, out of the boats/zodiacs and walk a couple of meters to the beaches. Terrain is rocky and uneven. Itinerary in the Galápagos are subject to change. For the Amazon adventure, guests should be prepared for eco-lodging due to their remote nature in the rainforest. Further, guests should be prepared for sustained walking, possibly muddy conditions, and have the ability to jump in/out of small water crafts such as canoes and small fishing boats. Itinerary is subject to change in low or high water situations. Maximum elevation is 9,350 ft.
Accommodation
Quito: Hilton Colon Quito (SAT), Coca: Napo Wildlife Center (SAT), Guayaquil: Hilton Colon Guayaquil - SAT
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of wildlife can I expect to see during the Amazon Lodge stay?
During your stay at the Amazon Lodge, you can expect to see a variety of wildlife including vibrantly feathered birds, troops of squirrel, capuchin, and howler monkeys, and possibly the well-camouflaged 3-toed sloth. You may also encounter creatures that are rarely seen during the day on night walks or canoe rides.
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What activities are included during the Amazon Lodge stay?
Activities at the Amazon Lodge include nature excursions with a Naturalist, a suspended rainforest canopy walk, jungle walks showcasing biodiversity and medicinal plants, night walks or canoe rides, visiting the lodge’s butterfly house, cruising through the flooded forest, fishing for piranhas, and visiting the Kapok Tree tower for bird watching and sunset views.
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What can I expect during the Galápagos cruise on North Seymour Island?
On North Seymour Island, you will take a walk amidst large nesting colonies of blue-footed boobies, magnificent and great frigate birds, and swallow-tailed gulls. You will also encounter sea lions, land iguanas, and possibly the endemic Galápagos snake.
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What activities are available on Bartolomé Island and Santiago Island?
On Bartolomé Island, you can hike to the summit for impressive views, encounter marine iguanas, lava lizards, and blue-footed boobies, and snorkel in clear waters with abundant sea life including sea turtles, white-tipped reef sharks, and possibly Galápagos penguins. On Santiago Island, you can walk on young Pahoehoe lava flows, see various flora, and snorkel from the white sand beach where you may see penguins, sea lions, sharks, and rays.
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What can I see and do on San Cristobal Island?
On San Cristobal Island, you can walk to the top of a volcanic tuff for magnificent viewpoints and see the Galápagos’ three booby species, two species of frigate birds, and a sea lion colony. You can also take dinghy rides to see seabirds and snorkel. At Cerro Brujo, you can visit a lagoon to see migratory bird species and swim with sea lions and other marine life.
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What is included in the private city tour of Quito?
The private city tour of Quito includes visits to Independence Square, San Francisco Plaza Church, and the Basilica with its marvelous stained-glass windows, showcasing the rich legacy left by the Incas and the Spaniards.
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What should I be prepared for during the Amazon adventure?
For the Amazon adventure, be prepared for eco-lodging due to the remote nature of the rainforest, sustained walking, possibly muddy conditions, and the ability to jump in and out of small water crafts such as canoes and small fishing boats.
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What are 'wet landings' in the Galápagos?
'Wet landings' in the Galápagos mean guests will need to be able to jump in the water, out of the boats/zodiacs, and walk a couple of meters to the beaches. The terrain is rocky and uneven.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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