Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities

G Adventures · 8 days

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Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities
Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities
Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities
Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities
Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities
Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities
Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities
Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities
Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities
Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities
Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities
Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities
Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities
Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities
Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities
8 Days
From AUD $3909 Was AUD $4599
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Average

Rating


(20 reviews)

Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities

Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities

G Adventures · 8 days

Use code BONUS10 to get an extra 10% off all tours — for a limited time only. T&Cs apply

Duration

8 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Moderate

Physical Rating

Average

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Looking to give your kids a crash course in exotic wildlife? What better place to visit than “Darwin’s test kitchen,” the Galápagos? On this multi-activity trip, you’ll have the chance to snorkel, hike, kayak, and swim the islands, as well as visit a giant tortoise breeding centre and the Charles Darwin Research Station. Who says learning about nature has to be boring?

Includes

Activities

  • Visit to a wildlife interpretation centre (San Cristóbal Island)
  • Snorkelling trip to Isla Lobos (San Cristóbal Island)
  • Visit to Las Grietas
  • Excursion to see giant tortoises in the wild (Santa Cruz Island)
  • Tortuga Bay walk and kayaking excursion (Santa Cruz Island)
  • Charles Darwin Research Station visit (Santa Cruz Island)
  • Internal flights
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

  • Hotels (7 nights).
  • 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch

Transport

  • Plane, speedboat, van, pickup truck, local bus, panga.

Group Leader

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer)/Naturalist Guide while in the Galápagos Islands (certified by the Galápagos National Park Authority), local G Adventures Rep in Quito.

Highlights

  • Encounter incredible wildlife
  • Snorkel and swim with sea turtles and manta rays
  • Kayak at Tortuga Bay
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station
  • See giant tortoises in their natural habitat.
Family Land Galapagos — Multi-Activities

Trip Details

Duration

8 days

Transportation

Plane, speedboat, van, pickup truck, local bus, panga.

Guide Language

English

Starts

Quito, Ecuador

Finishes

Quito, Ecuador

Accommodations

Moderate

Travel Style

Family, Budget

Physical Rating

Average

Itinerary

1

Day 1: Quito

Arrive at any time.


Exclusive inclusions: Activity - The adventure begins today. Feel free to explore, but make sure you're back in time to meet the group. Your G Representative will review the details of your tour.Accommodation - NH Collection Royal Quito
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Day 2: Quito/San Cristóbal Island

Fly to San Cristóbal, the easternmost island of Galápagos and one of the oldest. The principal town is Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, the capital of the Galápagos. Visit the beach and keep your eyes open for marine life while you chill out in the sand.
Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing on Mann Beach or swimming with playful sea lions as the frigate birds glide on the thermals.

In the evening, opt for a dinner and sample some of the island's fresh fish and produce.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Free_time - Free time on San Cristóbal gives an opportunity to make the most of the variety of activities available here. Hire a bike for a ride around the island or rent snorkelling equipment and search for marine life. Choose to take a walk around the area and enjoy island life.Accommodation - Blue Marlin Hotel
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Day 3: San Cristóbal Island

Snorkelling trip to Isla Lobos to search for marine life like sea turtles and manta rays and swim with sea lions. In the afternoon
visit the Interpretation Centre and learn more about the history of the Galápagos, sometimes referred to as “the Enchanted Islands.” Spend the rest of the remainder of the day relaxing on Mann Beach or swimming with playful sea lions as the frigate birds glide on the thermals.
The day begins with a short boat ride to Isla Lobos, an islet populated by numerous sea lions, which give the island its name. Spend the day snorkelling – a fantastic opportunity to observe the abundant marine life that Galápagos is renowned for. Back aboard the boat, sail to San Cristóbal, visit the Interpretation Center and then have free time to enjoy the beaches and surrounding areas.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard and get your float on.Activity - Snorkel the waters of peaceful Isla Lobos, amid the families of sea lions and their inquisitive pups looking to play. Spot nesting frigatebirds and the famous blue-footed boobies resting on the shore. Be sure to bring your camera to catch some snaps at this prime wildlife watching haven.Transport - Climb aboard and get your float on.Activity - Learn about the history of the Galápagos Islands from the very beginning of their volcanic origins through to today’s conservation efforts. Tour the Human History exhibit to learn about the islands’ discovery and colonization, and discover the natural history and variety of flora and fauna that make the Galápagos so fascinating.Free_time - Free time on San Cristóbal gives an opportunity to make the most of the variety of activities available here. Hire a bike for a ride around the island or rent snorkelling equipment and search for marine life. Choose to take a walk around the area and enjoy island life.Accommodation - Blue Marlin Hotel
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Day 4: San Cristóbal Island/Santa Cruz Island

Travel by boat to Santa Cruz Island. On arrival, visit the highlands of the island to see Galápagos giant tortoises in the wild.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Cut swiftly through the water en route to the next stop (and hang on to your hat).Activity - Visit the highlands of Santa Cruz and see the Galápagos giant tortoise in its natural surroundings. Explore the area and its incredible wildlife.Accommodation - Hotel Dejavu
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Day 5: Santa Cruz Island

Take a sea kayaking adventure at Tortuga Bay to explore the mangroves. Opt for a surf lesson in the afternoon.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Grab a life jacket and go for a kayak adventure in the mangroves of Tortuga Bay. Keep an eye out for a wide variety of marine life, including colorful reef fish, rays, and sea turtles, as you paddle the blue waters. Relax after on a beautiful fine white sand beach, and soak up some sun – you may spot some iguanas also trying to catch some rays on the shore.Accommodation - Hotel Dejavu
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Day 6: Santa Cruz Island

In the morning, walk to "Las Grietas" located across Academy Bay. Pass through a rugged cactus forest on the way to this stunning lagoon. Afterwards, enjoy time to relax at the Playa de los Alemanes. In the afternoon, visit the Charles Darwin Research Station, one of the places where you can easily spot the famous Galápagos tortoises.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Cross a cactus forest looking for Darwin finches and lava lizards on the way to Las Grietas, a local swimming hole. The cool, bright turquoise water separates two volcanic cliffs. Fed by the ocean from one end and a river from the other this unique brackish pool is perfect for swimming. Activity - Visit Fausto Llerena Breeding Center a great place to observe many species of tortoises. Brought back from the brink of extinction, see the famous Galápagos tortoise up close – a corral houses adult tortoises, and a nursery cares for the young until around age three when their shells have hardened. This area also houses the Charles Darwin Research Station, a scientific organization initiated in 1964, which works to preserve the Galápagos' ecosystem through the conservation efforts of scientists, researchers, and volunteers. While the offices themselves are not open to visitors, the research station provides a study location for international scientists and environmental education for the local community.Accommodation - Hotel Dejavu
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Day 7: Santa Cruz Island/Quito

Fly back to Quito, where the rest of the day is free to explore the city.
After a transfer over the island of Santa Cruz, arrive at Baltra Island for our return flight to Quito. Upon arrival in Quito, transfer to the hotel for free time and one last night with newfound friends.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Transfer over the island of Santa Cruz to Baltra Island to catch our flight back to Quito. Free_time - Explore the city of Quito at leisure and enjoy the best of this cosmopolitan city. Accommodation - NH Collection Royal Quito
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Day 8: Quito

Depart at any time.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
  • Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
  • Recommended gratuities/tipping
  • Optional activities/tours
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
Important Information
Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
  • Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
  • Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.

From
AUD $4599

AUD $3,909
(Tour only)
Offer ends 01 Apr, 2026 Per Person Standard
15% Off

Duration: 8 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Average

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 28 Mar 2026

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.5
Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
5.0
Michael H.
Traveled, July 2024

07/16/2024

Perfect family introduction to the Galapagos. Now need to return for a small ship based tour that includes all the other islands

4.0
Daniel S.
Traveled, July 2024

07/14/2024

This vacation was a magical trip that we will remember for the rest of our lives. Our guide was absolutely amazing and kept us engaged the entire time we were with her. If you have ever wanted to see the Galápagos Islands with your family, I would highly...

Tour Operator

G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.

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