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Essential Galapagos

9 days
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Start and end in Quito
4.3
3 traveler reviews
Essential Galapagos - Intrepid Travel

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Tour Operator:
Intrepid Travel
Max group size:
15
Physical rating:
Active
Age range:
18 to 35
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
63933

Places You’ll See

  • Quito
    Quito
  • San Cristóbal Island
    San Cristóbal Island
  • Santa Cruz Island
    Santa Cruz Island
  • Isabela Island
    Isabela Island
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Highlights

  • Explore historic Quito and its churches
  • Learn at San Cristobal Interpretation Center
  • Meet giant tortoises at Charles Darwin Station
  • Hike to Sierra Negra Volcano's crater
  • Swim in the clear waters of Las Grietas

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Quito
  2. Day 2 Isla San Cristobal
  3. Day 3 Isla San Cristobal
  4. Day 4 Isla Santa Cruz
  5. Day 5 Isla Isabela
  6. Day 6 Isla Isabela
  7. Day 7 Isla Santa Cruz
  8. Day 8 Quito
  9. Day 9 Quito
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Intrepid Travel

4.6
(8,863 reviews)
This operator has the highest review ratings and fastest responses to enquiries

Number of tours

1,297

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

6 hours

Response rate

84%

Back in 1989, two guys from Melbourne, Australia by the names of Darrell and Manch set off on an adventure to the other side of the world. They travelled to Africa and without air conditioning on their modified truck, they filled it with supplies, some beer, a bunch of aviator sunglasses, and...

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Customer Reviews

  • Essential Galapagos reviewer 1
    · December 3rd, 2021
    Excellent trip! Cesar (“Cheche”) was a phenomenal guide, I do not think anyone could be a better guide or person. Only issue we had (and other people on the trip) was poor communication of the trip information for the start of the trip.
    Intrepid Travel commented on this review
    Hi Joel, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We rely on our travellers’ feedback as it’s a firsthand insight into what is happening on our trips. This allows us to review our trips and make improvements, as well as recognise all the good we... Show more
    Trip date: November 2021
  • Essential Galapagos reviewer 2
    · April 20th, 2017
    First the good things: Galapagos is an amazing! Everyone should visit to see what makes this a uniquely special place on the planet. Also, our guide (Juan Martin) was excellent! Bad things: It's expensive - but most people already understand this. Also, there was only THREE people total on this tour! Whilst they were nice - this does not amount to "group" travel. The whole point is mix with a bunch of people, and also the safety benefits this brings. If I had to do this again - I would have gone with G Adventures. I saw their group and it was like 10-15 people. Really disappointed with Geckos.
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    Trip date: April 2017
  • Essential Galapagos reviewer 3
    · May 12th, 2015
    Great and enlightening trip! Loved the islands and the culture there. This trip encompassed all of what I wanted to see. The weather did not cooperate for the first 2-3 days of the trip, however we made the most of it and still enjoyed what there was to see on the islands. Our tour leader Randy did a good job as well. He tried to accommodate all of those not wanting to do the main expeditions and gave them alternatives on what to do. Tour leaders do not have an easy job. This trip also showed how the locals lived. We participated in local transportation and local cuisine, and even had time to ourselves daily for shopping or just meandering through the towns. My only criticism is that more time should be added to the trip 10-13 days would be better, and I would have payed more as well. Also, more time should be spend on Santa Cruz Island, given this has the most going on for tourists. Also, a more vibrant town. :-) A very happy customer
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    Trip date: April 2015

What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • Why is this trip only for young people? Why not for anyone who wants to go?

      Unfortunately, this tour addresses only people between 18 and 29. If this trip isn't quite what you were looking for, we still have plenty of fantastic tours. Get in contact with us and our customer support team will work on pairing you with the perfect adventure.

      November 1, 2016 • Age Range
    • Can you tell me the difference between the galapagos evolution and a taste of the galapagos tour?

      The Galapagos Evolution tour has 6 nights included in a hotel instead of 4 offered in A Taste of Galapagos, as well there are 3 breakfasts included other than two.

      January 1, 2016 • Other
    • What time does your tour depart and what time does it return to Quito? Also, is the flight from Quito to Galapagos Island included?

      Day 1 is an arrival day, there will be a Welcome Meeting at 6pm at the starting hotel. The tour ends on Day 9 after breakfast.

      A flight (approx 2.5-3 hours) from Quito to Baltra Island is included. The departure time will be between 8.20am and 10.30am depending on flight schedule time.

      July 18, 2015 • Flights / Transfers
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