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7-Day The Best of Galapagos Adventure
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7-Day The Best of Galapagos Adventure

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Ages 12-99, max of 15 per group
Duration: 7 days
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: English, Spanish
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  • Lunch
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast
  • Airport shuttles (Domestic flights)
  • Accommodation based in double occupancy
  • Activities
  • Gear: snorkeling mask and fins, life vest
  • Certified expert English-speaking Adventure Naturalist local guides
  • Entry/Admission - Isabela Island
  • Entry/Admission - Los Tuneles
  • Entry/Admission - Sierra Negra
  • Entry/Admission - Las Tintoreras
  • Entry/Admission - Reserva El Chato
What's not included
  • Airfare Quito - Galapagos - Quito round trip
  • Single Supplement
  • International flights
  • Airport transfer (international flights)
  • Travel insurance (mandatory)
  • Meals not described in the itinerary
  • INGALA transit card Fee
  • Galapagos National Park Fee
  • USD$10 pier-use fee at Puerto Villamil
  • Wetsuit for rent: USD $10
  • Tips

Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
  • Sheraton Quito Hotel, No. 36 - 212 y, Av. RepĂşblica de El Salvador, Quito 170135, Ecuador
    You will be picked up by your AJ Guide at Swissotel's Lobby
Hotel pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
    Airport pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.
    • Mariscal Sucre Airport, Quito Ecuador
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Infant seats available
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 59685P5

      • It is our intention to adhere to the itinerary described; however, due to our travel style, on occasions it may be necessary or desirable to make small changes. Weather conditions and unpredictable local circumstances may lead us to make alterations to the route and/or travel times. Hotels and flight schedules might change according to availability. Any mention to specific wildlife in the itinerary or trip details is not a guarantee that it will be seen during the trip.
      • Flight time: 2h 45 min each way from Quito to Galapagos. Regular size aircraft. About 140 passengers
      • Speed Boat time: 2 hours each way from Isabela to Santa Cruz
      • 45 minutes each way - Lava Tunnels
      • 15 minutes each way - Tintoreras
      • Driving time: 45 minutes Airport transfers in Quito
      • 45 minutes Airport transfers in Galapagos
      • 45 minutes each way in Sierra Negra
      • Snorkeling time: Tintoreras: 1 hour.
      • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
      • Lava Tunnels: 2 times of 1 hour each.
      • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
      • Hiking Time: Sierra Negra: 30 minutes easy uphill; 1 and a half hours on flat terrain; 30 minutes downhill; 2 hours same way back
      • Temperature: December to May: 80ÂşF to 90ÂşF / 25ÂşC to 30ÂşC. June to September: 60ÂşF to 70ÂşF / 15ÂşC to 20ÂşC. October to December: 70ÂşF to 80ÂşF/ 15ÂşC to 25ÂşC
      • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
      • The water Temperature of the Galapagos Islands are a unique mixture of warm and cold water, ranging between 65ÂşF and 85ÂşF
      • Altitude in Galapagos: From sea level to 600m (1900ft)
      • Level of Activity: Moderate to Challenging the hiking in Sierra Negra is moderate but long and muddy during the wet season (from July to November); snorkeling is easy.
      • Food: Travelling with Adventure Journeys you will have the possibility to experience and taste local food and snacks. Your guide will help you identify typical food and suggest the best places to enjoy it. Some meals are not included in order to give you some flexibility about where what and with whom to eat. You have the option to share these meals with the group, however, there is no obligation to do this. If you have any allergies or food restrictions, please inform AJ prior to your departure.
      • Hotels: All prices are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling solo, you will be matched with another participant of your same sex. If you prefer to have a single room, please contact AJ prior to your departure to arrange your accommodation at an extra cost.
      • Guides: All AJ guides and trip leaders are highly experienced, licensed to operate in Ecuador and certified as Wilderness Adventure First Aid responders. We always carry a complete first aid kit in our trips. In some location and for some activities, local guides join the trip leaders to provide an added service. In the Galapagos Islands, minimum 4 participants for the AJ trip leader service are required.
      • Clients receive a conservationist interpretation of the ecology of the Andes, Amazon Rainforest and Galapagos Islands with the factors that threaten it. We aim to promote long-term conservation of both Local People cultural identity and their environment. Your visit will encourage them to support responsible ecotourism. We transport out and recycle all non-organic garbage.
      • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
      • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

      • All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 59685P5

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      Itinerary
      Overview
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      8 stops
      Day 1
      Arrival Day - Quito
      Day 2
      Galapagos - Isabela Island
      Day 3
      Galapagos - Isabela Island/...
      Day 4
      Galapagos - Isabela Island/ Hike...
      Day 5
      Galapagos - Santa Cruz Island/...
      Day 6
      Flight back to Quito
      Day 7
      Quito - Departure
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      • Adventure Journeys
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        Quito, Ecuador
        Joined in March 2018
      • Stay56048491307
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Amazing Adventure & Great Guide
        Wonderful adventure and even more beautiful than we imagined! The volcano, mountain, and lake views were absolutely spectacular!!! Accomodations were very comfortable and always private. Our guide, Jorge, was fantastic and really added to our experience with his great personal stories, humor, and local knowledge of the culture. He made us feel a part of his family and was very encouraging on the steep parts of the hikes. Can't wait to come back!!! Would strongly suggest this trip to anyone looking for a unique adventure.
        Written September 28, 2024
      • L476RRlus
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        Memories
        Sitting down back home and looking at the photos I would like to say thank you for the wonderful 7 days I spent travelling with you round Ecuador. I saw beautiful cities and stunning landmarks and breathtaking landscapes and a wild jungle. I tasted the best chocolate in the world and drank some strange but very tasty local drinks. All that carefully assisted by David and with an excellent driver, Alejandro. Thank you for everything.
        Written September 10, 2024
      • 821micha_e
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Ecuador - a small country with a lot to offer
        Hello there Dear Adventure Journeys, I would like to thsank you very much for the wonderful trip that I had a pleasure to join. The organisation was great and I was able to see everything I wanted and even more. I was looked after by a wonderful team of Alejandro and David (thank you guys) and I couldn't wish for more. I will keep fond memories of my stay with you
        Written September 10, 2024
      • 753doctorp
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Wow, just wow
        I didn't really want to go on this trip because I had some personal problems but I'm glad I didn't cancel because it was one of the best trips of my life. Ecuador is a wonderful place, I guess I visited the best places, if there are any more I will definitely return to see them. And if I do I will definitely go with your company. I had David as a guide and Alejandro as my driver and I couldn't wish for a better team. I had travelled a lot but, believe me, I had never had a better care. Thank you guys for an adventure of a lifetime.
        Written September 8, 2024
      • 846ewaz
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Una maravilla
        Well, what can I say? It was a beautiful experience, I have lots of photos, lots of good memories and, even though I have a lot of places on my list, I would really like to come back here to revisit all the places again. The company was great, we had the best team which was David and Alejandro. Every day was different and exciting. I had no idea that such a small country had so much to offer. I would like to recommend the team David to everyone. I couldn't wish for anything better that had happening to me. All the best, guys:-)
        Written September 4, 2024
      • monikawD517PD
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        Gracias Ecuador
        What a lovely time I had here with our guide David and the driver Ale-ale-jandro. What an excellence! We felt as safe as with our mum. I hope to come back one day to meet them again and see my wonderful Ecuador. Thanks for everything. Highly recommended.
        Written September 4, 2024
      • wiesiek777
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        Thank you guys!!!
        I would like to recommend the duo with whom I travelled round Ecuador, which were David and Alejandro. Words cannot simplu express how safe and welcome I felt here with them. An excellent, attentive guide and a safe driver, with great sense of humour and warm approach. Thank you guys!
        Written September 4, 2024
      • 395dorotar
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great fun!
        I had a bery good time travelling with David and Alejandro. They were both very helpful and full of ideas and recommendations. David took numerous photos of me and my husband was very attentive. Without them my experience would have been completely different. Thank you guys!!!
        Written September 4, 2024
      • mariuszkW7799AA
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        A great experience
        It was great! Tank you cery much for The excellent experience. David was an excellent guide and Alejandro, A great driver. I felt well looked after had A fantastic Time. Recommended!
        Written September 4, 2024
      • Melissa B
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        An unforgettable journey to the Amazon with my 16 year old daughter.
        This adventure exceeded my expectations on all fronts. First, I am thoroughly impressed with Adventure Journey’s staff. They did everything to make sure that this was the trip of a lifetime. Diego was our guide and did a fantastic job making sure that all of the logistics were in order. It was very helpful that he speaks English fluently since I only know basic Spanish. Wilson was our native guide. He also spoke enough English to communicate with us. He know the jungle very well and was able to spot and identify a variety of wildlife for us to observe, learn about, and enjoy. Ma Ma is a support chef. He prepared a variety of tasty meals make with mostly local organic ingredients. We enjoyed every meal. All these guys we passionate about the jungle and were excited to share I with us. Our accommodations were comfortable including comfortable mattresses and a large tent, and yes, even a real American style toilet and shower! I know that they must have put a lot of effort into creating this camp. All of our travel logistics including transfers were handled professionally and flawlessly. Veronica at the office was very responsive to our questions. The Ecuadorian people were very friendly. Safety was a concern of mine traveling with my 16 year old daughter. We felt very safe not only in the Amazon but during our stay in Quito.
        Written August 30, 2024
      • Rodney S
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Fantastic Tour
        Excellent tour with tour guide Milton and driver Danny. Great communication, very helpful with anything we needed. Milton has excellent English, great sense of humour and very informative and enjoyable tour. Highly recommend.
        Written August 24, 2024
      • V3625POlisap
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        Action packed Ecuador
        I had a fantastic time. Our tour guide Milton was exceptional and went out of his way to make sure everything went well. He was very knowledgeable and friendly, always smiling and tried to accomodate our every wish/need. We were well taken care of and felt safe at all times. Our driver Danny was exceptional. His driving was great and we felt safe driving in all conditions. He always greeted us with a smile and helped us when needed
        Written August 24, 2024
      • janetteo894
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        Visit Ecuador for the rich history and spectacular scenery!
        Wow, what a brilliant trip! We couldn’t have asked for a better guide than Milton. His knowledge and experience made the trip a wonderful adventure for us. Ecuador is a country well worth the visit and we found the people to be friendly and welcoming. Our driver Dani did a great job on the sometimes chaotic roads and we always felt safe and well looked after by both Milton and Dani. The trip was well organised with an excellent selection of accommodation and we were always given great tips on where to eat or shop. We have learned a lot about how the people live here and the challenges faced by communities in their everyday lives. There are so many fabulous tourist attractions here yet not many tourists and if you love hiking then this is the place to come with spectacular scenery. We loved every part of this trip!
        Written August 24, 2024
      • 159mitzig
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        Ecosystems of Ecuador
        Our group had a wonderful week with our guide Milton and driver Dani. They showed us the delights of Quito, the magic of the cloud forest and Mindo and the majestic Cotopaxi volcano. We loved our visit to a local community and rose farm for a tour and lunch. Dani navigated some challenging roads and traffic with great skill and good humour. Milton shares his extensive knowledge about the landscapes and history of this beautiful country with intelligence and wit. We saw hummingbirds and butterflies, even some toucans in the cloud forest. We did a ten stage zip lining trek, hiked to waterfalls and around a crater lake. We ate delicious seafood and bathed in thermal springs. Milton and Dani were there caring for us and attending to all the administrative details every step of the way. A brilliant tour.
        Written August 24, 2024
      • LizzyBM
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        Put Equador on your bucket list.
        The tour of Equador was guided by Milton and his driver Dani. We were in very competent hands. Milton had a depth of knowledge of the country’s history and current affairs as well as the ecology of the landscapes. He had an exceptional knowledge of Equador. Dani was a great driver. He also contributed to assisting us. I am 71 with some respiratory issues and without the kind patience and assistance of Milton and Dani I would not have been able to take part I. Many of the activities. I thank them deeply for tat and highly recommend them and this trip to be on the top of your bucket list.
        Written August 24, 2024
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      Marie G
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Feb 2020
      I went on this trip in February 2020 with my partner and 3 friends. With the other folks who also came on the trip, the group total was 15. This was the first time I had ever been on a group tour, and I had a blast. Adventure Journeys had everything planned out and was great with answering our questions before the trip. The islands are beautiful, and our tour leader, Maritza, was amazing. She engaged with us and gave us a local's perspective. The highlights for me were the two snorkeling activities, though walking by giant tortoises was right up there too!
      Written May 2, 2020
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      Thanks for your comment! We always try to give our best to have the best experience you could have. We are also glad that you enjoyed your time in Ecuador & Galapagos Islands even though COVID is present. It will be our pleasure to welcome you anytime you come back!!!
      Written August 24, 2021
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Baiba G
      4 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2023 • Couples
      Royal Galapagos cruise on Horizon. 8 day trip the central and south islands. Fabulous guide, Carolina Larea. Fabulous cruise director Michelle, captain Xaviar, and staff. Food excellent. We hiked, snorkeled, took pangs rides and kayaked. Highly recommend.
      Written December 20, 2023
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      Hello there! It is great you enjoyed the trip! Be sure your next time coming to Ecuador will be even better. Thanks for your feedback and be sure we will let know all of our team about your kind words. Take care.
      Written January 8, 2024
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      Robyn S
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jun 2024 • Family
      I had a lovely time in Quito and The Galápagos Islands. Both our guides were very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. I also felt safe at all times. A great place to visit and a great company to go with.
      Written July 4, 2024
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      Hey There! Thanks for your kind words and valuable comments. We have many adventures ready and we hope you're ready for your next big adventure. Take care!
      Written July 10, 2024
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      Sheryl W
      Winston Salem, NC3 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Mar 2019 • Couples
      We traveled with Adventure Journeys on a 5 day trip to the Galapagos. We were a group of four with a dislike of tour group travel based upon previous experiences. Adventure Journeys made us love tour travel! Everyone we met with was extremely personable, knowledgeable, professional, and KIND. They went out of their way to make us feel safe, comfortable and informed at all times. But mostly they went out of their way to make sure we were enjoying ourselves and the small group we traveled with. The guides encouraged us to get to know one another and meal times together were always a treat. We always had an expert guide for whatever activity we were scheduled to experience, as well as highly intuitive and thoughtful guides who stayed with us for the duration of our tour. We always had everything we needed for whatever activity we were doing, and time on our own as well. It was one of the best trips I have ever experienced, and I thank the team at Adventure Journeys for that, with a special shout out to Jorje and to Giovanny, the legend! We hope to travel with you again.
      Written May 14, 2019
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      Zach Lord
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Mar 2019 • Couples
      I went to the Galapagos on a family (all adults) trip in March of 2019. It was such a phenomenal trip. We all had the time of our lives and our guide Giovanni made everything go smoothly. The wildlife is unbelievable. It's a must!!
      Written March 26, 2019
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      Cindy M
      Winnipeg, Canada36 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Aug 2018
      This tour to the North, Central and South islands was life changing. We saw half of the islands and all the wild life!! The crew lead by captain Freddy and CEO guide Edwin definitely ensured a memorable and amazing experience. Swimming with the sea turtles and snorkeling with a multitude of fish were my highlights. I highly recommend this company and definitely recommend this tour for water lovers.

      With only 16 passengers, the Yolita II was the perfect accommodations while traveling through the Galápagos Islands. It was comfortable and spacious. The crew was outstanding: Captain - Freddy & Naldo, Carlos , Nixon, Jordan & Lucas, Waiter - Patricio, Cooks - Daniel & Dalton. The food was healthy and savoury!

      The panga drivers were amazing!! Very knowlagembe and always safe. The whole crew worked together to ensure prompt use of time. Ease and comfort was always noticed.

      If you LOVE wildlife, nature and being on and in the water ... this tour is for you!!
      Written August 19, 2018
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      Chrissy W
      New York City, NY4 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Feb 2022
      Amazing trip! Adventure Journeys took care of everything, and our guide was incredible. It was the perfect way to see the Galapagos.
      Written February 13, 2022
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      Dear Chris Thanks so much for sharing the beautiful experiences you lived in the Galapagos Islands. We are very happy to keep creating incredible memories that will last a lifetime! Come back soon to our beloved Ecuador!
      Written February 14, 2022
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Rachel J
      Spokane, WA4 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jan 2022
      My spouse and I had an amazing time on this trip this 7-day trip! Nicole (our adventure specialist) was organized and very responsive to our needs/questions from the time we booked, until the time we flew back home. Nicole assisted us the entire way and we never felt abandoned, which made us feel comfortable and safe to really enjoy our vacation. She even assisted in scheduling our COVID tests and arranged for the doctor to come right to our hotel lobby to obtain our samples, once back in Quito. Our concierges were on friendly and on time. Our guide (Maritza) was personable, professional, helpful, and knowledgeable. Even better, our hotel room was right off the beach, with an exquisite ocean view!! Galapagos was an incredible experience, and we would definitely like to return in the future. Highly recommend!
      Written February 9, 2022
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      Dear Rachel Thank you very much for your feedback, it motivates us to continue offering wonderful experiences, it was our pleasure to welcome you to our beloved country! Let's hope to see you back soon! We will keep creating wonderful and different adventures for you!
      Written February 11, 2022
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Rebekah Staples
      9 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jan 2021 • Friends
      We had an amazing time on this trip! Paul was our guide in Quito and he was AWESOME. Paul’s service was unmatched. Galapagos was amazing and I would highly recommend!
      Written January 5, 2021
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      Thanks for your comment! We always try to give our best to have the best experience you could have. We are also glad that you enjoyed your time in Ecuador & Galapagos Islands even though COVID is present. It will be our pleasure to welcome you anytime you come back!!!
      Written August 24, 2021
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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