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Galápagos on a Shoestring
9 days, Quito to Quito
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This 9-day adventure is perfect for those who want to experience the incredible wildlife and scenery of the Galapagos Islands but prefer to sleep on shore—so your time on the water is limited to commuting between islands. Go ashore at the lesser-visited island of Isabela and spend your days with playful sea lions, giant manta rays and the Galapagos giant tortoise. With fewer inclusions but plenty of options, you can choose which activities are right for you and experience one of the natural wonders of the world on a budget.
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Trip Code: SEGS
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Service Level: Basic
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 10
Age requirement: 18-39
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What's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Visit to the Interpretation Centre (San Cristóbal)
- Hike to "Las Tijeretas" (San Cristóbal)
- Full-day hike of Sierra Negra Volcano
- Visit to Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz)
- Visit to the "Muro de las Lagrimas" and Tortoise Breeding Centre (Isabela Island)
- Isabela Municipal Tax
- Opportunities for snorkelling, swimming and Incredible wildlife encounters
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Simple hotels (7 nts, some multi-share), camping (1 nt).
Meals
1 lunch, 1 dinner
Allow USD205-270 for meals not included.
Transportation
Plane, public speedboat, van, pickup truck, Zodiac, public bus.
Staff & experts
Local naturalist guide for included activities in the Galapagos Islands (certified by the Galapagos National Park), Local G Adventures representative in Quito.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.