fbpx

Peregrine Travel Centre

Galapagos Experience

Galapagos Experience

Was From $ 1,970 AUD
Now From $ 1,990 AUDSale!

Book Now Request a callback
Email Us Print
, ,

Description

Follow in the footsteps of Charles Darwin on this wildlife-filled adventure through nature’s playground. Snorkel with sea lions, get up close to giant tortoises, scale a volcanic crater and discover the incredible evolutionary history of the Galapagos Islands, all under the guidance of an expert naturalist guide. With accommodation on Isla San Cristobal, Isla Santa Cruz and Isla Isabela, this trip is perfect for people who don’t want to tour the islands on a cruise. Included activities are both educational and immersive, while still allowing you plenty of free time to relax or get active at your own pace.

Trip Name
Galapagos Experience
Last Updated
2024-08-07
Days
7
Capacity
16
Highlights
  • Snorkel in Tijeretas and keep an eye out for eagle rays, Galapagos sea turtles, sea lions and plenty of colourful fish.
  • Scale a volcano on Isla Isabela, a 17-kilometre hike that rewards you with epic views across the island plus the possibility of sighting the rare, red-feathered vermilion flycatcher.
  • Head to the highlands of Isla Santa Cruz to see giant tortoises munching grass, walking slowly and chilling in their natural habitat.
  • You have the option to tailor your experience with unforgettable optional excursions like nature hikes, boat trips and scuba diving.
  • Learn about Galapagos’ natural and exploratory history with a visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station and learn about conservation efforts to preserve their ecosystems.

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk.

Day 1 - Isla San Cristobal
Welcome to the Galapagos! Meet the other travellers in your group at 1pm, at the hotel listed in the ‘Joining point’ section of the Essential Trip Information. Check in to your hotel and then kick-start your adventure with an included visit to the Galapagos Interpretation Center to learn about the human and natural history of this island cluster. Afterwards, you’ll have your first snorkel at Tijeretas where you may be joined on your swim by sea turtles, rays, fish and sea lions.
Day 2 - Isla San Cristobal
Enjoy a free day on Isla San Cristobal, with plenty of optional activities on and off the island if you want a little structure. The optional boat ride to Isla Lobos is one of our favourite excursions and gives you the chance to snorkel with varied marine life, spot birdlife on shore and relax near sea lions on the beach.
Day 3 - Isla Santa Cruz
Early in the morning, take a 2.5-hour public speed boat ride to Isla Santa Cruz. On arrival, have breakfast and settle into the hotel before a mid-morning visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station. The station's visitor centre and museums contain information about the islands and the conservation efforts being made to preserve the unique ecosystem here. It's also a great place to have close encounters with giant tortoises. In the afternoon, head to the higher part of the islands to observe these giants roaming in their natural habitat.
Day 4 - Isla Isabela
Today you’ll travel to Isla Isabela where you’ll check-in to the hotel and enjoy breakfast. The island is the largest in the Galapagos and one of the most volcanically active places on earth – and you have a free day here to explore at your own pace. A worthwhile optional activity today is an excursion to Las Tintoreras, where white-tipped sharks rest during the day and marine iguanas nest.
Day 5 - Isla Isabela
Start the day with a visit to the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre for a close encounter with these placid giants. Here you can see tortoises in different stages of development as well learn about the preservation program for this unique species. Take a bus to the highest part of Isabela where Sierra Negra Volcano is located. Weather permitting, go for a hike up to the crater to enjoy spectacular views and the possibility of sighting the rare vermillion flycatcher. The challenging 17-kilometre hike takes between 5–6 hours, but at the top you'll be able to enjoy spectacular views. After the hike, make your way back to town in the late afternoon for some free time to curl up with a book or venture down to the water for a relaxing swim before dinner.
Day 6 - Isla Santa Cruz
Return to Isla Santa Cruz in the morning and enjoy breakfast on arrival at the island for some free time this morning. Maybe take part in an optional activity like the excursion to Tortuga Bay – an immaculate natural paradise where you can go kayaking, observe marine iguanas or swim with harmless sharks. After lunch (own expense), jump on a boat to La Loberia where you can swim in the waters that the area’s sea lions call home. Then, it’s off to Punta Estrada to observe birds like blue-footed boobies and pelicans. Finally, visit Playa de Los Dogs to see a large number of iguanas, the only sea-going lizard in the world that lives in these volcanic landscapes.
Day 7 - Isla Santa Cruz
With no activities planned for today your Galapagos adventure comes to an end after breakfast. Bid any travellers continuing on to Quito goodbye. You are free to leave the accommodation at any time, provided you comply with the hotel’s internal check-out policy. If you wish to leave the Galapagos Islands today, you are responsible for organising your own flights, as well as travel arrangements to the airport.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
03-01-202509-01-2025AUD $ 2,219-
24-01-202530-01-2025AUD $ 2,338-
07-02-202513-02-2025AUD $ 2,418-
28-02-202506-03-2025AUD $ 2,398-
21-03-202527-03-2025AUD $ 2,408-
04-04-202510-04-2025AUD $ 2,393-
11-04-202517-04-2025AUD $ 2,393-
25-04-202501-05-2025AUD $ 2,393-
02-05-202508-05-2025AUD $ 2,438-
16-05-202522-05-2025AUD $ 2,393-
30-05-202505-06-2025AUD $ 2,318-
13-06-202519-06-2025AUD $ 2,318-
27-06-202503-07-2025AUD $ 2,243-
04-07-202510-07-2025AUD $ 2,243-
18-07-202524-07-2025AUD $ 2,243-
25-07-202531-07-2025AUD $ 2,243-
01-08-202507-08-2025AUD $ 2,243-
15-08-202521-08-2025AUD $ 2,268-
22-08-202528-08-2025AUD $ 2,243-
05-09-202511-09-2025AUD $ 2,243-
19-09-202525-09-2025AUD $ 2,268-
03-10-202509-10-2025AUD $ 2,243-
17-10-202523-10-2025AUD $ 2,243-
07-11-202513-11-2025AUD $ 2,318-
14-11-202520-11-2025AUD $ 2,318-
28-11-202504-12-2025AUD $ 2,318-
05-12-202511-12-2025AUD $ 2,393-
19-12-202525-12-2025AUD $ 2,393-
26-12-202501-01-2026AUD $ 2,393-
02-01-202608-01-2026AUD $ 1,990-
23-01-202629-01-2026AUD $ 1,990-
06-02-202612-02-2026AUD $ 1,990-
13-02-202619-02-2026AUD $ 1,990-
27-02-202605-03-2026AUD $ 2,070-
06-03-202612-03-2026AUD $ 2,070-
20-03-202626-03-2026AUD $ 2,145-
03-04-202609-04-2026AUD $ 2,145-
10-04-202616-04-2026AUD $ 2,145-
24-04-202630-04-2026AUD $ 2,145-
01-05-202607-05-2026AUD $ 2,145-
15-05-202621-05-2026AUD $ 2,145-
29-05-202604-06-2026AUD $ 2,145-
12-06-202618-06-2026AUD $ 1,990-
26-06-202602-07-2026AUD $ 1,990-
03-07-202609-07-2026AUD $ 2,070-
17-07-202623-07-2026AUD $ 2,070-
31-07-202606-08-2026AUD $ 2,070-
14-08-202620-08-2026AUD $ 2,070-
21-08-202627-08-2026AUD $ 1,990-
04-09-202610-09-2026AUD $ 1,990-
18-09-202624-09-2026AUD $ 1,990-
02-10-202608-10-2026AUD $ 1,990-
16-10-202622-10-2026AUD $ 1,990-
06-11-202612-11-2026AUD $ 2,070-
13-11-202619-11-2026AUD $ 2,070-
27-11-202603-12-2026AUD $ 2,070-
04-12-202610-12-2026AUD $ 2,145-
18-12-202624-12-2026AUD $ 2,145-
01-01-202707-01-2027AUD $ 2,145-

Accommodation

Hotel (6 nights)

Transport

Speed boat,Private Vehicle,Public bus

Map

Related products

Recent Blog Posts

Browse Trips in

Ecuador Intrepid On Sale
More of activity:
Wildlife