Galápagos – Central and East Islands aboard the Integrity
10 days, Quito to Quito
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Once you visit these isolated Galápagos Islands that teem with an incredible diversity of marine and animal life, you'll understand what makes them so special. Embark on this eight-day sailing tour onboard the Integrity, our luxury yacht, which offers comfortable accommodations always close by. While exploring the central and eastern Galápagos Islands, you'll witness the giant tortoises of Santa Cruz, spot marine life (including three types of boobies) on the volcanic landscapes of Punta Pitt, and hike along a saltwater lagoon on Rábida.
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Travel Style: Marine
Small-ship adventures on the world’s great seas, rivers, and other places only accessible by boat.
Service Level: Upgraded
Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 12
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Visa Requirements
10 days
Quito to Quito
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Itinerary
Day 1Quito
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Day 2Quito / Puerto Ayora
Transfer early to the airport for the flight to the Galápagos Islands. Upon arrival, meet the Naturalist Guide and cross to Santa Cruz islands to visit the highlands and the Charles Darwin Research Station before boarding the boat in the late afternoon from Puerto Ayora.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 3Española: Gardner Bay / Punta Suárez
Enjoy the day on Española Island, one of the oldest in the archipelago. Visit the white sandy beach of Gardner Bay and the bird colonies of Punta Suárez. Take guided walks to observe wildlife and have free time for swimming or snorkelling.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 4San Cristobal: Isla Lobos / Punta Pitt
Travel to the dramatic Kicker Rock in the morning to witness the steep vertical stone walls rising from the ocean and enjoy some of the best snorkelling in the Galápagos. Continue to Isla Lobos on San Cristóbal to observe sea lions before landing at Punta Pitt in the afternoon for a walk to observe wildlife, birds and spectacular scenery.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 5Santa Fe / South Plaza
Visit Santa Fé island for a chance to mingle with the iguanas. Continue to South Plaza for some great bird watching opportunities and views from the oceanside cliffs.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 6Genovesa: Darwin Bay / El Barranco
Visit Darwin Bay and marvel at the sheer number of birds along the many trails. Head to El Barranco in the afternoon to see the many types of boobies, including red-footed boobies.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 7Santiago / Bartolomé
Visit Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island to witness the giant lava formations contrasting the white-coral-sand beach. Continue to Bartolomé for a guided walk to see the island's dramatic volcanic features and the iconic Pinnacle Rock.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 8Rábida / Chinese Hat
Spend the morning exploring the red sand beaches and salt water lagoons of this tiny island. Look for wading flamingos and nesting pelicans before heading out to do some snorkelling. In the afternoon, discover the lava flows and lava tunnels on the small island of Chinese Hat. After, enjoy a refreshing dip in turquoise waters. Search for fish and sea turtles in the protected bay.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 9Baltra / Quito
Disembark in the morning at Baltra to catch the flight back to Quito for one final night on the town.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 10Quito
Depart at any time.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Cruise the Galápagos Islands aboard the Integrity (7 nts)
- All meals aboard the Integrity
- Certified Galápagos National Park Service Guide
- Snorkelling at Gardner Bay, Isla Lobos, Sullivan Bay and Bartolomé
- Possibility to snorkel or kayak at Santa Fé, Darwin Bay, Rábida and Chinese Hat
- Hike to the Bartolomé Island viewpoint overlooking the famous Pinnacle Rock
- Incredible wildlife encounters throughout
- Highlands and wild tortoise excursion (Santa Cruz Island)
- Visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island)
- All landings and excursions
- Onboard snorkelling equipment and wetsuits
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Deluxe Hotel Rooms in Quito (2 nts), aboard the Integrity in twin-share, king share, queen share or single staterooms (7 nts).
Meals
9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners
Allow USD120-160 for meals not included. Allow USD120-160 for meals not included.
Transportation
Motorized yacht (Integrity), plane, private vehicle, zodiac.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer)/Naturalist Guide while in the Galápagos Islands (certified by the Galápagos National Park Authority), local G Adventures Rep in Quito.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.