Upgraded Land Galapagos

G Adventures · 10 days

4.7

21 Reviews

Duration

10 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Moderate

Physical Rating

Average

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Strike a balance between genuine encounters with Mother Nature and the comfort of land accommodations on this 10-day Galápagos tour.

Includes

Activities

Your G for Good Moment: Floreana Community Restaurants, Floreana Island Your Wellness Moment: Papallacta Hot Springs Visit, Papallacta
Snorkelling excursion to Kicker Rock
Visit a sea lion colony and go snorkelling at La Lobería (Floreana Island)
Highlands excursion (Floreana Island)
Tintoreras excursion (Isabela Island)
Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre visit
Isabela Municipal Tax
Opportunities for snorkelling, swimming, and incredible wildlife encounters
Papallacta hot spring visit
Internal flights
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

Hotels (9 nts).

9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

Transport

Private speedboat, private vehicle, plane.

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer)/Naturalist Guide while in the Galápagos Islands (certified by the Galápagos National Park Authority).

Highlights

Encounter marine iguanas and blue-footed boobies
Snorkel among volcanic formations
Walk on the black-sand beaches of Floreana Island
Dine at G Adventures-supported community restaurants
Visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre
Dip into the Papallacta hot springs

Trip Details

Duration

10 days

Transportation

Private speedboat, private vehicle, plane.

Guide Language

English

Starts

Quito, Ecuador

Finishes

Papallacta, Ecuador

Accommodations

Moderate

Travel Style

Classic, Budget

Physical Rating

Average

Itinerary

Day 1: Quito

Arrive at any time.
If you are not able to attend the welcome meeting, our representative will leave all important information at your hotel's reception indicating what time to be ready the next day.

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

Day 2: Quito/San Cristóbal Island

Fly to the Galápagos Islands. Visit the Interpretation Centre in the afternoon to learn about the natural history of the area. Explore the trails around the centre and opt to snorkel at nearby Las Tijeretas.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.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.Accommodation - Blue Marlin Hotel

Day 3: San Cristóbal Island

Snorkel at Kicker Rock, an impressive volcanic rock formation, rich in wildlife diversity both under the surface and above.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Embark on a snorkelling adventure at Kicker Rock, one of the most stunning landmarks in the Galápagos Islands that’s home to an incredibly diverse range of marine life that inhabits the nutrient-rich water. Explore the rock which rises 150m (492 ft) above the ocean's surface, and is divided into two parts by a narrow channel. See an array of sharks and fish that are drawn to the rock and provide for an exhilarating unique snorkelling experience.Accommodation - Blue Marlin Hotel

Day 4: San Cristóbal Island/Floreana Island

Travel by speedboat to Floreana Island. Walk along the black sand beach until La Lobería with its resident sea lion colony, and enjoy meals at the G Adventures-supported community restaurants that help to support community tourism on the island.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Cut swiftly through the water en route to the next stop (and hang on to your hat).Activity - Follow the black sand beach to La Lobería a sea lion nursery. The white-sand beach, protected bay, and turquoise waters are perfect for a swim or snorkel.Activity - To further benefit the community on Floreana island G has provided training to residents for all aspects of tourism, including food preparation and service. The community will provide your meals while staying on this small island. The meals are rotated amongst different community members in order to spread out the benefits of tourism. While eating at the community restaurants you will be contributing to the self-sufficiency of the first community tourism operator in the Galápagos.Accommodation - Floreana Lava Lodge

Day 5: Floreana Island/Isabela Island

Head up to the seldom-visited highlands of Floreana in the early morning. Enjoy guided walks to observe birds and other wildlife and learn about the area's natural history. Then, transfer by speedboat to Isabela Island. In the afternoon, take a wildlife boat excursion to 'Islote Tintoreras' to view breeding white-tip reef sharks, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, rays, and penguins.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Head up to the seldom-visited highlands of Floreana. Hear the tales about the pirates, whalers, seal hunters and buccaneers who once lived in this isolated and unique landscape.Transport - Cut swiftly through the water en route to the next stop (and hang on to your hat).Activity - Go snorkelling at the islet Las Tintoreras, located south of Puerto Villamil – it's the perfect place to glide along watching the magic unfold under the water’s surface. Enjoy a small calm turquoise bay to look for the whitetip reef shark, which are fairly common in the archipelago. (The sharks are called Tintorera in Spanish, which is where the site gets its name.) Keep an eye out for sea lions, sea turtles, marine iguanas, and rays as well as the sharks.Accommodation - Hotel Cally

Day 6: Isabela Island

Enjoy free time to explore Isabela Island. Opt to hike Sierra Negra, go snorkelling at Los Tuneles, or take it easy. In the afternoon, visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Enjoy a free morning on the island to explore on your own. Optional activities like snorkelling and hiking can be arranged in destination.Activity - Walk through the town’s wetlands to visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre. With the giant tortoise on its way to extinction in the late 1950s, this program was established to protect these noble creatures.Accommodation - Hotel Cally

Day 7: Isabela Island/Santa Cruz Island

In the morning, transfer by speedboat to Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island. Enjoy time for optional activities in Puerto Ayora before an evening out in town.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Cut swiftly through the water en route to the next stop (and hang on to your hat).Free_time - Enjoy free time to explore the island on your own and at your own pace.Accommodation - Villa Laguna

Day 8: Santa Cruz Island/Papallacta

Say goodbye to the Islands and take a flight back to the mainland. Upon arrival, transfer to Papallacta.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hotel Termas Papallacta

Day 9: Papallacta

Relax in the hot springs of Papallacta while taking in the volcanic views. Opt to go for a hike nearby for prime birdwatching.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Soak in the natural hot springs the area is known for and let the mineral waters, which vary in temperature, soothe your body. Make your way through the circuit with views of the Antisana volcano in the distance. After an hour in the mineral springs, the group will have lunch together at the nearby restaurant featuring regional cuisine specialities.Accommodation - Hotel Termas Papallacta

Day 10: Papallacta

Depart at any time.
Papallacta is located roughly 35 minutes from the Mariscal Sucre International airport in Quito. The lodge can assist in booking a taxi for you.

Meals included: Breakfast

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.

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AUD $6819

AUD $5,114

(Tour only)

Offer ends 23 Mar, 2026 Per Person Standard

Duration: 10 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Average

Strike a balance between genuine encounters with Mother Nature and the comfort of land accommodations on this 10-day Galápagos tour.

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Customer Reviews

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Guide

Excellent

4.5

Itinerary

Excellent

4.5

Accommodations

Excellent

4.5

Transportation

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4.5

Tour Operator

Excellent

4.5

Food

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4.5

5.0

Holly C.

Traveled, April 2024

06/28/2024

This was an unforgettable trip, made perfect by a well organised tour, an exceptional guide, and a totally stress free holiday. The Galapagos Islands are truly the most special place in the world.

5.0

Carol L.

Traveled, April 2024

06/26/2024

Very happy with the range of locations included and variety of accommodation.

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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