Galapagos Experience: Adventure Travel and Volunteer

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10 days, 2 weeks & 3 weeks
Quito - Ecuador
Galapagos Islands
Max People : 8
Tour Details
Enjoy the best Galapagos Island Hop, Volunteer and Travel! All in One Experience!

Are you searching for more than the average cruise journey around the Galapagos Islands? Instead of spending your entire trip boat-bound, do you want an experience offering exploration, volunteer opportunitiesand travel time in this beautiful Islands in South America?

If you have answered yes to these questions then our True Galapagos Experience is perfect for you. Cultural enthusiasts, people interested in conservation, lovers of the outdoors and travel fans alike will find something for their needs here in this great and affordable trip.

This program incorporates an wide range of exhilarating activities on the islands including: swimming with sea lions, snorkeling with peaceful sharks, playing close to giant tortoises, volunteering at local reserves, strolling along crystalline and white sand beaches, island hopping and much more; this is not just a trip, this is The True Galapagos Experience.

So what are you waiting for? This is your chance to create lifelong memories and simultaneously make a lasting positive difference to the Galapagos Archipelago. Do something unique; a lot of people may travel to the islands, but not everyone leaves after enjoying a rewarding experience like this one.

Note: We run small groups with limited capacity, therefore due to high demand we recommend bookings are made as early as possible.

Departure & Return Location

Mariscal Sucre Airport in Quito (Google Map)

Departure Time

3 Hours Before Flight Time

Price Includes

  • An airport pickup and drop off upon arrival and departure.
  • Full Accommodation in Quito.
  • Logistic Orientation in Quito.
  • Full Accommodation in The Galapagos Islands.
  • Transportation between islands in Galapagos.
  • Excursions and activities in Galapagos.
  • Some meals in Galapagos (ask for description).
  • 24-hour emergency contact number and support.

Price Excludes

  • International flights.
  • Any activities beyond your planned itinerary.
  • Taxi back from the Conservation Station to The Town In Cristobal: $ 20-30 USD or $5 USD shared with other volunteers
  • Taxi $20 USD or Bus $3USD from port in Sta Cruz to airport
  • Extra volunteer work weeks.

Additional Costs

Contact us and one of our travel experts will help you with a full budget description for your Travel Experience
  • National Park Entrance Fee $100.00 USD
  • Ingala Card Fee $20.00 USD TAX
  • Isabela Island $5.00 USD
  • Round Trip Galapagos Flight $560.00 USD (includes 2 transfers to/from airport/hostel for the Domestic Flight)
  • Single Suplement 10 days, 2 Weeks, 3 Weeks TBC
Itinerary

Week 1Week 1 - Santa Cruz Island highlights include:

– Observe giant tortoises in their natural state at Primicias Range.
– Visit the famous Charles Darwin Station.
– Enjoy a nice day at the pristine white sandy beaches of Tortuga Bay.
– Tour Academy Bay by boat, including snorkeling at Loberia Island, hike to Las Grietas for a swim in the crystal-clear water beneath lava rock cliffs.
– Free time for independent exploration and activities around the island.

Week 2Week 2 - San Cristobal Island options include:

– Speedboat to San Cristobal Island.
– Volunteer project for five days on the San Cristobal volunteer station.
– In your free time, you can visit the Interpretation Center in town to learn about both the geological and human history of the islands, conservation issues, and natural history. After viewing the exhibits, take a walk along winding paths leading from the Interpretation Center to Playa Punta Carola (about 35 minutes), a favorite spot for surfing, or on to Cerro Tijeretas where you can snorkel with sea lions, and on to Frigate Bird Hill, a nesting place for frigate birds. Along the way are plants, lava lizards, and other animals endemic to this area. (optional)
– Relax at Playa Mann beach where you can soak up sun near the sea lions or rent kayaks to explore along the shoreline.
– Book a tour with a local operator for a day trip to the impressive Kicker Rock to snorkel or dive where you can see sea lions, turtles, hammerhead & galapagos.sharks, etc (extra cost)

Week 3Week 3 - Isabela Island includes the following tours:

– Tour to the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center.
– Boat trip to Las Tintorera Islet to snorkel and hike, observing penguins, iguanas, reef sharks, sea lions and blue footed boobies, pelicans and more.
– Hike to Volcano craters of Sierra Negra (the third biggest crater around the world) and Volcano Chico to see the lava formations, tunnels and a unique landscape.
– Snorkel in “Los Tuneles” to see different animals of the sea.

Accommodations
Accommodation in Santa Cruz

Hotel in Santa Cruz

Hotel: Este complejo recientemente renovado cuenta con 19 habitaciones completas con internet inalámbrico, agua caliente, aire acondicionado y televisores de pantalla plana en habitaciones seleccionadas. Disfrute de la nueva piscina, el comedor común y la espectacular  terraza con vista al Océano Pacífico  y al mercado de pescado de Santa Cruz. 

El dedicado personal se enorgullece de ofrecer un excelente servicio personalizado para cada huésped. Cada mañana se puede saborear un desayuno continental en el comedor cerca de la piscina. El servicio de calidad brindado y la variedad de comodidades que se ofrecen permiten una escapada verdaderamente relajante, en uno de los últimos paraísos naturales del mundo. 

Hostel in Santa Cruz

Albergue: Este albergue básico pero bien equipado te ofrece algunas comodidades que te harán sentir cómodo.

  • Wifi
  • Aire acondicionado
  • Agua caliente
  • Información Turística

Utilizamos 3 albergues diferentes dependiendo de la disponibilidad, pero todos están bien ubicados, limpios y cómodos.

Accommodation in San Cristobal

Housing at the project at San Cristobal Island

La estación del proyecto San Cristóbal está compuesta por casas construidas con bambú nativo y cemento. Cada casa contiene 11 habitaciones y áreas comunes para el descanso y la relajación. Las áreas de comedor y cocina están separadas de las casas principales. 

Las habitaciones son rústicas, con espacio para grupos de hasta 45 personas. Los investigadores pueden obtener los permisos necesarios con la ayuda de la fundación. La reserva tiene electricidad, pero no hay acceso a internet ni teléfono.

Accommodation in Isabela

Hostel in Isabela

En la Isla Isabela los participantes se alojarán en un bonito albergue, en habitaciones dobles y triples. Se encuentra a sólo un minuto de la hermosa playa de Puerto Villamil.

El albergue cuenta con agua caliente, electricidad, un amplio comedor y áreas comunes para relajarse y socializar con otros voluntarios. 

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