Galapagos — North & Central Islands aboard the Eden
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Galapagos — North & Central Islands aboard the Eden
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7 days
Small Group
Budget
Average
English
Experience Overview
See nature documentaries and animal biology textbooks come to life on this seven-day sailing trip around the Galápagos' north and central islands.
Includes
Activities
- Cruise the Galápagos Islands aboard the Eden (4 nts)
- All meals aboard the Eden
- Certified Galápagos National Park Service Guide
- Excursion to see red-footed boobies (Genovesa Island)
- Hike to the Bartolomé Island viewpoint overlooking the famous Pinnacle Rock
- Snorkelling at Darwin Bay and Sullivan Bay
- Onboard snorkelling equipment and wetsuits
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (2 nts), aboard the Eden in twin-share (bunks, upper deck), twin-share (lower berths), or double cabins (4 nts).
- 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
Transport
- Plane, motorized yacht (Eden), van, panga, private bus.
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
- Spot Sally Lightfoot crabs on Bachas beach
- Marvel at birds gathering along Darwin Bay
- Daily opportunities for snorkelling swimming and incredible wildlife encounters except for first and last day
- Visit El Barranco (one of two locations to see red-footed boobies)
- Walk along volcanic formations on Bartolomé Island
- See giant Galápagos tortoises at the Charles Darwin Research Station
Trip Details
7 days
Plane, motorized yacht (Eden), van, panga, private bus.
English
Quito, Ecuador
Quito, Ecuador
Budget
River Cruising, Budget
Average
Itinerary
Day 1: Quito
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 - Hotel Hilton Colon
Day 2: Quito/Baltra Island
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Flights from Quito to Baltra depart between 6:40am and 9:40am depending on the day of the week. These will arrive into the Galápagos between 9:30am and 12:30pm with a short refuelling stop in Guayaquil (you will not disembark the plane). You will generally arrive at the boat in time for lunch on Day 2 before the afternoon activity.Activity - Head to Bachas Beach where the sand is made of decomposed coral, making it soft and white, and a favourite site for nesting sea turtles. Spot abundant Sally Lightfoot crabs on the lava rocks along the water's edge -- these crabs will eat anything they can get their claws on! Trek to see a wide range of wildlife, including flamingos, hermit crabs, black necked stilts, and marine iguanas. You will also have the opportunity to snorkel here.Transport - When it comes to our fleet of Galápagos vessels, the Eden is made for both great value and great service. The luxury of local and international cuisine, daily excursions to explore the islands, and picturesque views of the Galápagos from the outdoor sundeck.
Day 3: Genovesa Island
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Visit this sunken caldera for a great snorkelling opportunity. See large schools of tropical fish swarming near the vertical walls, and, if lucky, see manta rays, white-spotted eagle rays, sea lions, and hammerhead sharks.Activity - Walk along the white coral sands of Darwin Bay surrounded by bustling sea birds. Follow the trail and see nesting frigatebirds, gulls, and boobies. Be sure to bring your camera to take some snaps of your new feathered friends.Activity - Visit "El Barranco" aka Prince Phillip's Steps located on the southern tip of the island for an amazing wildlife watching opportunity. Hike up the steps to see a sea bird colony that is full of life including the breeding grounds for red-footed boobies and masked boobies. Transport - When it comes to our fleet of Galápagos vessels, the Eden is made for both great value and great service. The luxury of local and international cuisine, daily excursions to explore the islands, and picturesque views of the Galápagos from the outdoor sundeck.
Day 4: Bartolomé Island/Sullivan Bay
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Hike to Bartolomé's summit for a stronger perspective of the islands' not-too-distant volcanic origins, and enjoy a panoramic view – it’s one of the best among the islands! See other Galápagos Islands in the distance as well as Pinnacle Rock, the island’s famous towering landmark.Activity - Take the opportunity to swim and snorkel along the shore, home to one of the most iconic volcanic rock formations on the islands. Home to Galápagos penguins, friendly sea lions, sea turtles, and a huge variety of fish, Bartolomé and its surrounding waters are a fantastic place to explore the natural wonders of the Galápagos.Activity - Visit Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island to see one of its star natural attractions – striking and fascinating giant lava formations. Very few plants have managed to survive on this island due to its harsh environment and relatively new lava flow. Enjoy a walk along the lava formations before coming to a white-coral sand beach, where abundant Sally Lightfoot crabs and sea lions gather on shore.Transport - When it comes to our fleet of Galápagos vessels, the Eden is made for both great value and great service. The luxury of local and international cuisine, daily excursions to explore the islands, and picturesque views of the Galápagos from the outdoor sundeck.
Day 5: Black Turtle Cove/Cerro Dragón
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Explore the mangroves by panga to find rich marine wildlife between the fresh and salt waters. Keep any eye out for sting rays and sea turtles in this tranquil ecosystem. Whitetip reef sharks can also be seen gliding by.Activity - Visit Cerro Dragón (Dragon Hill) for some prime birdwatching. Take a short walk from the beach to a hypersalinic (saltier than the ocean) lagoon frequented by pink flamingos, common stilts, pintail ducks, and other species of birds. Pass through a Palo Santo tree forest; endemic to the area, there are only 400 specimens of Scalesia trees left in the world.Transport - When it comes to our fleet of Galápagos vessels, the Eden is made for both great value and great service. The luxury of local and international cuisine, daily excursions to explore the islands, and picturesque views of the Galápagos from the outdoor sundeck.
Day 6: Santa Cruz Island/Quito
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: 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.Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Accommodation - Hotel Hilton Colon
Day 7: Quito
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
- 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.
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.
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.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
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.
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.
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From
AUD $6439
Duration: 7 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
See nature documentaries and animal biology textbooks come to life on this seven-day sailing trip around the Galápagos' north and central islands.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 26 Sep 2026
Customer Reviews
07/14/2024
Overall, it was a dream vacation. The Galapagos are a very special place and I feel so fortunate to have experienced some of it. I also enjoyed the optional city tour of Quito and especially the trip to the equator museum. The only unfortunate part was t...
06/03/2024
It was a trip of the lifetime to explore these remarkable islands with local experts who truly love them. Their knowledge and hospitality were way beyond expectation. In a way, I'm glad we chose the 7 day tour, now we have reason to go back and explo...
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.
In Business Since 1990
07/14/2024
Overall, it was a dream vacation. The Galapagos are a very special place and I feel so fortunate to have experienced some of it. I also enjoyed the optional city tour of Quito and especially the trip to the equator museum. The only unfortunate part was t...
06/03/2024
It was a trip of the lifetime to explore these remarkable islands with local experts who truly love them. Their knowledge and hospitality were way beyond expectation. In a way, I'm glad we chose the 7 day tour, now we have reason to go back and explo...
06/01/2024
I will be back
06/01/2024
Fantastic trip. An excellent team in an incredible environment.
06/01/2024
We would love to come back in the future and see the places that we did not see this time.
05/22/2024
Outstanding wildlife experience, bird and marine life so close and not bothered we were visiting their habitat.
05/19/2024
Fantastic experience all round with great people, accommodation and wildlife experience. Would recommend to others.
05/19/2024
Excellent experience, the Eden is comfortable with an exceptional crew however you do need to get WIFI for the boat.
04/17/2024
Being able to see such a large variety of wildlife, in some cases, up close, in a short time frame was amazing
03/08/2024
One highlight after another.. I'd say it was the best way of experiencing the Galapagos
02/13/2024
The CEO and crew of the Eden made our trip comfortable and fun, and the itinerary had a good variety of options for everyone's interests.
02/11/2024
My first G tour - Quito city tour and one week in the islands. The experience was packed with information, adventure, fun. The intro to Ecuador and the Galapagos was exceptional, lasting memories.
02/10/2024
GAdventures made the trip easy, interesting and fun. The accommodations, food, activities were all excellent. It was worry free travel
01/03/2024
Our trip to the Galapagos really did feel like the trip of a lifetime. I will be envisioning the sunsets and volcanic islands on the horizon from the decks of Yate Eden often. At different times the trip was both tranquil and inspiring. The Galapagos are...
12/07/2024
Great trip. Good accommodations for vegetarian meals.
12/04/2024
I had an excellent experience on my first G Adventures trip to the Galapagos Islands. The itinerary was jam packed with activities, yet provided ample down time for rest and relaxation.
11/16/2024
Activities created to reveal the marvel of the Galapagos and creating life-time friends with like-minded travelers.
10/24/2024
The Galapagos is beautiful on its own & that was enhanced by the knowledgeable G Adventures personnel!
10/24/2024
The Galapagos is beautiful on its own & that was enhanced by the knowledgeable G Adventures personnel!
10/21/2024
Great short trip around the Galápagos Islands very informative and a great group of people, crew and guides
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