Ecuador · 6 days
Galapagos Within Reach
Day 1: Ecuador Airport - Quito
Reception and transfer from the airport to the hotel. Accommodation.
Day 2: Baltra - Highlands - Los Gemelos Sinkholes
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Galapagos (GPS, not included). A valid passport is required for entry.
Reception at Baltra Airport and transfer via "Lobito" bus to the Itabaca Channel. Cross by ferry to Isla Santa Cruz and continue to Puerto Ayora.
Transfer from your hotel to a local ranch to observe giant tortoises in their natural habitat and explore lava tunnels in the Highlands. Afterward, visit "Los Gemelos" (Twin Craters), unique natural sinkhole formations, to appreciate the local flora and landscape. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.
Reception at Baltra Airport and transfer via "Lobito" bus to the Itabaca Channel. Cross by ferry to Isla Santa Cruz and continue to Puerto Ayora.
Transfer from your hotel to a local ranch to observe giant tortoises in their natural habitat and explore lava tunnels in the Highlands. Afterward, visit "Los Gemelos" (Twin Craters), unique natural sinkhole formations, to appreciate the local flora and landscape. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.
Day 3: Isla Santa Cruz - Tortuga Bay Beach (Hike and Boat)
Walk from your hotel to the ecological trail entrance. A 40-minute hike through island vegetation leads to Tortuga Bay, a white sand beach with mangroves. Enjoy snorkeling at "Playa Mansa" to see fish, marine iguanas, and sea lions. Return to Puerto Ayora by small boat (included). Please bring towels and equipment from your hotel. Time for lunch.
ISLA SANTA CRUZ BAY TOUR
13:45 Walk to the pier for a short navigation through the bay. Visit Shark Channel, Love Channel, Playa de los Perros, and the Salt Mines. Reach Las Grietas, a natural formation between cliffs, and conclude the day at Punta Estrada beach. Return and accommodation.
ISLA SANTA CRUZ BAY TOUR
13:45 Walk to the pier for a short navigation through the bay. Visit Shark Channel, Love Channel, Playa de los Perros, and the Salt Mines. Reach Las Grietas, a natural formation between cliffs, and conclude the day at Punta Estrada beach. Return and accommodation.
Day 4: Isla Santa Cruz - Puerto Ayora + Isla San Cristobal
Transfer to the Puerto Ayora pier for the ferry (included) to Puerto Baquerizo.
ISLA SAN CRISTOBAL: Interpretation Center, Cerro Tijeretas, Lobería, and Playa Carola
Reception at the pier and transfer to the hotel. Visit the National Park Interpretation Center to learn about the archipelago's history and endemic species. Hike to Cerro Tijeretas to observe frigatebirds and boobies. Visit La Lobería for snorkeling with sea lions. Finally, visit Playa Carola to enjoy the sunset among the local sea lion colony. Accommodation.
ISLA SAN CRISTOBAL: Interpretation Center, Cerro Tijeretas, Lobería, and Playa Carola
Reception at the pier and transfer to the hotel. Visit the National Park Interpretation Center to learn about the archipelago's history and endemic species. Hike to Cerro Tijeretas to observe frigatebirds and boobies. Visit La Lobería for snorkeling with sea lions. Finally, visit Playa Carola to enjoy the sunset among the local sea lion colony. Accommodation.
Day 5: Isla San Cristobal - El Junco + Galapaguera Puerto Chino
Travel to the El Junco freshwater lagoon to observe seabirds. Continue to the giant tortoise breeding center to see tortoises in a semi-natural environment and learn about conservation programs. Spend the rest of the morning at Puerto Chino beach. The afternoon is free to explore Playa Mann or the Puerto Baquerizo waterfront. Accommodation.
*Note: This tour can be upgraded to a "360 Navigation Tour" for an additional fee of $130.
*Note: This tour can be upgraded to a "360 Navigation Tour" for an additional fee of $130.
Day 6: Isla San Cristobal - Ecuador Airport
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Quito or Guayaquil (not included).
Departure: Minimum 2 passengers.
A passport is required for entry into Galapagos.
A passport is required for entry into Galapagos.
Prices per person
Tourist Category Hotels: San Jose · Dejavu · Blue Marlin
SGLUSD 1250
DBLUSD 1090
TPLUSD 1030
Superior Category Hotels: Holiday · Ikala · Sea Side
SGLUSD 1920
DBLUSD 1500
TPLUSD 1390
First Class Hotels: Wyndham · Finch Bay · Indigo
SGLUSD 3550
DBLUSD 2160
TPLUSD 0
Package details
Included
- Airport/hotel/airport transfers in Quito and Galapagos with professional transfer assistants.
- Excursions and tours as specified in the itinerary with professional tour guides.
- 02 nights of accommodation in Quito including breakfast.
- 06 nights of accommodation in Galapagos (02 in Puerto Ayora, 02 in Puerto Villamil, and 02 in Puerto Baquerizo) including breakfast.
- Land and maritime transportation between Santa Cruz, Isabela, and San Cristóbal islands in Galapagos.
- Scheduled visits on each island according to the itinerary.
- Mentioned visits accompanied by a Galapagos National Park certified guide.
- Excursions and tours as specified in the itinerary with professional tour guides.
- 02 nights of accommodation in Quito including breakfast.
- 06 nights of accommodation in Galapagos (02 in Puerto Ayora, 02 in Puerto Villamil, and 02 in Puerto Baquerizo) including breakfast.
- Land and maritime transportation between Santa Cruz, Isabela, and San Cristóbal islands in Galapagos.
- Scheduled visits on each island according to the itinerary.
- Mentioned visits accompanied by a Galapagos National Park certified guide.
Not Included
- Single passenger supplement: USD 160.
- Domestic flight supplement (UIO-GPS // SCY-UIO): USD 680 per passenger.
- Galapagos National Park entry fee (USD 120) and Isabela Island entry fee (USD 10), payable in cash at the destination.
- International airfare.
- Domestic flight supplement (UIO-GPS // SCY-UIO): USD 680 per passenger.
- Galapagos National Park entry fee (USD 120) and Isabela Island entry fee (USD 10), payable in cash at the destination.
- International airfare.
Package Conditions
Rates valid until March 28, 2026.
Blackout dates: Christmas and New Year periods.
Blackout dates: Christmas and New Year periods.
Travel requirements for Ecuador
Requirements and consular contacts
- Current ID (DNI) or passport
Consulate:
Av. Amazonas Nº 477 y Roca, piso 8, edificio Río Amazonas, Quito
[email protected]
+593 (2) 256-2292 Fax: +593 (2) 256-8177 - Guard: +593 (9) 973-8957 - 9:00 to 16:00.
Embassy:
Av. Presidente Quintana 585, piso 9
+54 (11) 4804-0073 / 4806-3464 / 4804-3051 - Fax: +54 (11) 4804-0074
[email protected] - 9:00 to 14:00 and 16:00 to 19:00.
Consulate:
Av. Amazonas Nº 477 y Roca, piso 8, edificio Río Amazonas, Quito
[email protected]
+593 (2) 256-2292 Fax: +593 (2) 256-8177 - Guard: +593 (9) 973-8957 - 9:00 to 16:00.
Embassy:
Av. Presidente Quintana 585, piso 9
+54 (11) 4804-0073 / 4806-3464 / 4804-3051 - Fax: +54 (11) 4804-0074
[email protected] - 9:00 to 14:00 and 16:00 to 19:00.
Important
It is the traveler’s responsibility to reconfirm the documentation required by the destination country with the corresponding consulate and to have all required documents at the time of travel.
General conditions
Paamul Travel Service S.R.L. is not responsible for the documentation or vaccinations required for entry into different countries. Travelers must consult the consulate or embassy of each destination.
Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
Prices do not include booking fees, VAT, banking charges, or RG 4815.
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