Galápagos

This trip is open to the public and Space is Available. For a more detailed itinerary and/or a copy of the initial trip information packet (which contains trip information such as costing, inclusions/exclusions, airline ticketing, etc.) please contact EcoQuest Travel by email at: info@ecoquesttravel.net.

GALAPAGOS 2024

The Islands of Enchantment

There is no place on earth quite like the Galapagos. Lying 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, and straddling the equator, the Galapagos are an archipelago rich in history and even richer in natural wonders. From the time that Charles Darwin first arrived on the islands they have held a special fascination for adventurous travelers. These barren volcanic landscapes set against the blue of the Pacific are home to one of the greatest assemblages of wildlife oddities in the world. We will witness giant tortoises, flightless cormorants, marine iguanas, flamingos, countless seabirds, huge sea lions and even penguins on the Equator. The years of protection mean close encounters with all these creatures and some of the best wildlife photography opportunities anywhere. The islands are surrounded by an incredibly rich marine environment and snorkeling among the great diversity of marine life is often an unexpected highlight of the trip. We will experience the Galapagos from the comfort of our private yacht and, unlike most companies, we will visit 11 islands during our trip in order to maximize our chances of seeing the greatest diversity of wildlife the Galapagos is famous for. We will also visit mainland Ecuador and have a chance to experience the rich tapestry that is Andean culture and the diversity of birds, especially hummingbirds, which inhabit the high Andean forests. EcoQuest Travel is proud to invite you to join us as we explore the Galapagos – Ecuador’s Islands of Enchantment.

15-DAY ITINERARY

 

Day 1- Sunday, July 7:Our Gateway City to Quito, Ecuador
Day 2 – Monday, July 8: Quito
Day 3 – Tuesday, July 9: Arrival in Galapagos and Our Journey Begins on San Cristobal Island
Day 4 – Wednesday, July 10: Espanola (Hood Island)
Day 5 – Thursday, July 11: Floreana
Day 6 – Friday, July 12: Santa Cruz
Day 7 – Saturday, July 13: Isabela – Tortoise Breeding Center and Sierra Negra Volcano
Day 8 – Sunday, July 14: Isabela – Punta Moreno and Elizabeth Bay
Day 9 – Monday, July 15: Isabela – Urbina Bay and Tagus Cove
Day 10 – Tuesday, July 16: Isabela and Fernandina
Day 11 – Wednesday, July 17: Santiago (James) and Rabida
Day 12 – Thursday, July 18: Chinese Hat and Bartolome
Day 13 – Friday, July 19: North Seymour and Depart the Galapagos for Quito
Day 14 – Saturday, July 20: Yanacocha Reserve & Departure
Day 15 – Sunday, July 21: Arrival in the US and Home

* Please note that EcoQuest Travel, Inc. will make every effort to adhere to this itinerary, but dates, times, activities and prices are subject to change depending on scheduling and availability.