Ecuador · 9 days
Galápagos Within Reach
Day 1: Airport - Quito (Sunday)
Transfer from the airport to the hotel. Accommodation.
Day 2: Quito + Middle of the World with Attractions
08:30 Departure for the Historic Center, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Basilica (including access to the towers), Plaza Grande, the Government Palace, and La Compañía de Jesús (guided visit included). Continue to San Francisco Church and the Panecillo viewpoint. Transfer to the Middle of the World for lunch and a visit to the Equatorial Monument and the Intiñan Museum (included). Optional stop at the Teleférico (at your own expense) or return to the hotel. Accommodation.
Day 3: Quito
Hotel-airport transfer for the flight from Quito to Baltra (not included). A valid passport is required for Galapagos.
GALAPAGOS - BALTRA - HIGHLANDS - LOS GEMELOS
Reception at Baltra Airport and transfer to Isla Santa Cruz via Itabaca Channel.
15:00 Transfer to a local ranch to observe giant tortoises in their natural habitat and explore lava tunnels. Visit the "Los Gemelos" sinkholes to appreciate the flora and landscape. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.
GALAPAGOS - BALTRA - HIGHLANDS - LOS GEMELOS
Reception at Baltra Airport and transfer to Isla Santa Cruz via Itabaca Channel.
15:00 Transfer to a local ranch to observe giant tortoises in their natural habitat and explore lava tunnels. Visit the "Los Gemelos" sinkholes to appreciate the flora and landscape. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.
Day 4: Isla Santa Cruz - Tortuga Bay Beach (Hike and Boat)
07:30 Walk from your hotel to the Tortuga Bay trail. After a 40-minute walk, enjoy "Playa Mansa" for snorkeling with marine iguanas and sea lions. Return to Puerto Ayora via boat (included). Time for lunch.
ISLA SANTA CRUZ BAY TOUR
13:45 Navigation to Shark Channel, Love Channel, Playa de los Perros, and the Salt Mines. Visit Las Grietas and enjoy the afternoon at Punta Estrada beach. Return.
ISLA SANTA CRUZ BAY TOUR
13:45 Navigation to Shark Channel, Love Channel, Playa de los Perros, and the Salt Mines. Visit Las Grietas and enjoy the afternoon at Punta Estrada beach. Return.
Day 5: Santa Cruz Island + Isabela Island - Wetlands
Departure at 06:30 from the pier for a speedboat transfer to Puerto Villamil on Isabela Island. Upon arrival, transfer to the selected hotel followed by a hike to Los Humedales (The Wetlands). Here, we will observe the Flamingo Lagoon and diverse flora; depending on the season, migratory bird species may also be spotted. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 6: Isabela Island - Tintoreras
At 08:30, walk to the pier to board a boat for a bay tour. We will reach the "Tintoreras" islet and channel to observe penguins, pelicans, white-tip sharks, sea turtles, and sea lions. The afternoon is free for snorkeling at Concha Perla beach or a self-guided visit to the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 7: Isabela - Santa Cruz - San Cristóbal (Ferries Included)
Departure at 05:30 to the pier for a 06:00 speedboat transfer to Santa Cruz Island (approximately 2 hours). Enjoy free time until the 15:00 departure to San Cristóbal Island from the same pier. Guests can relax at Playa de los Alemanes near the pier or visit the Charles Darwin Research Station independently. Assistance from PAMTOURS staff is provided.
*Optional: Internal flight from Isabela to San Cristóbal at $200 per person.
Reception at San Cristóbal at 17:00 and transfer to the selected hotel. Overnight stay.
*Optional: Internal flight from Isabela to San Cristóbal at $200 per person.
Reception at San Cristóbal at 17:00 and transfer to the selected hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 8: San Cristóbal - Cerro Tijeretas - La Lobería
08:00 Departure to the National Park Interpretation Center to learn about the islands' origins and endemic species, followed by a swim at Playa Mann.
14:30 Guided hike through the dry forest of Cerro Tijeretas for sightings of blue-footed boobies, masked boobies, frigates, and other bird species. Continue to La Lobería for swimming and snorkeling among sea lions, followed by a relaxing afternoon at the beach. Overnight stay.
14:30 Guided hike through the dry forest of Cerro Tijeretas for sightings of blue-footed boobies, masked boobies, frigates, and other bird species. Continue to La Lobería for swimming and snorkeling among sea lions, followed by a relaxing afternoon at the beach. Overnight stay.
Day 9: San Cristóbal - Quito
Transfer to the Puerto Baquerizo airport.
A passport is required for entry into Galapagos.
Prices per person
Tourist Category Hotels: Ibis · Dejavu · Wooden · Blue
SGLUSD 2290
DBLUSD 1880
TPLUSD 1780
Package details
Included
- Airport / hotel / airport transfers in Quito or Guayaquil with professional transfer staff.
- Excursions and tours as specified in the itinerary with licensed tour guides.
- 1 night of accommodation in Quito or Guayaquil including breakfast, subject to flight schedules.
- 4 nights in Galápagos at hotels in Puerto Ayora (2) and Puerto Baquerizo (2) including breakfast.
- Land and maritime transportation in Galápagos for the visits included in the itinerary.
- Excursions and tours as specified in the itinerary with licensed tour guides.
- 1 night of accommodation in Quito or Guayaquil including breakfast, subject to flight schedules.
- 4 nights in Galápagos at hotels in Puerto Ayora (2) and Puerto Baquerizo (2) including breakfast.
- Land and maritime transportation in Galápagos for the visits included in the itinerary.
Not Included
- Internal airfare for UIO/GYE-GPS // SCY-GYE/UIO; please add USD 680 per person.
- Galápagos National Park entry fee, payable in cash upon arrival: USD 120 for South Americans or USD 220 for International travelers.
- Meals, visits, or attraction tickets not mentioned in the itinerary description.
- Galápagos National Park entry fee, payable in cash upon arrival: USD 120 for South Americans or USD 220 for International travelers.
- Meals, visits, or attraction tickets not mentioned in the itinerary description.
Package Conditions
- Single traveler supplement: USD 260.
- Rates apply for arrivals at Isla Baltra (GPS) and departures from San Cristóbal (SCY).
- Additional nights on each island and navigation tours can be added upon request.
- Rates valid from January 1 to December 31, 2026. Not valid during Holy Week, Christmas, or New Year’s Eve.
- Rates apply for arrivals at Isla Baltra (GPS) and departures from San Cristóbal (SCY).
- Additional nights on each island and navigation tours can be added upon request.
- Rates valid from January 1 to December 31, 2026. Not valid during Holy Week, Christmas, or New Year’s Eve.
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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