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10 best Pacific solo travel packages
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- 6 Days: Exploring Santa Cruz (Budget-Friendly Solo Adventure)
- Solo-ish Galápagos
- Ecuador & Galápagos: 8 Days of Nature’s Magic
- 6-Day Galapagos Land Tour & Cabo Rosa - Los Tuneles Program
- 7 Days Enchanting Galapagos
- Galapagos Discovery
- Galapagos Experience
- 9 Days Galapagos Active Escape
- Galapagos Adventure: Northern Islands (Grand Daphne)
- Pure Galapagos (Grand Daphne)
Duration 6 days Destinations Baltra Island, Puerto Ayora Age Range Ages 18+ Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 1 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- NZ$2,759
Duration 9 days Destinations Quito, Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island, Floreana Island, San Cristóbal Island Age Range Ages 14+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator G Adventures From
- NZ$5,699
Duration 8 days Destinations Quito, Baltra Island Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $7,365
6% Off- NZ$6,923You save $442
6-Day Galapagos Land Tour & Cabo Rosa - Los Tuneles Program
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Absolutely wonderful!!!”
Amanda, traveled in September
The Pacific Ocean's unique ecosystem attracts solo travelers (40% of bookings). Visitors bond with like-minded adventurers while snorkeling with sea turtles at Los Tuneles and observing blue-footed boobies at Tintoreras Islet. Various accommodation levels available.
Duration 6 days Destinations Baltra Island, Isabela Island, Santa Cruz Island Age Range Ages 12+ Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Nature Galapagos & Ecuador From $2,690
10% Off- NZ$2,421You save $269
Shared snorkeling excursions at Kicker Rock and Las Tintoreras highlight this Pacific adventure. Wildlife encounters at Charles Darwin Station and La Lobería beach unite travelers, with comfortable stays in Puerto Ayora and Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.
Duration 7 days Destinations San Cristóbal Island, Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island, Baltra Island Age Range Ages 6+ Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Responsible Travel South America From
10% Off- NZ$4,586
Galapagos Discovery
19 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Her knowledge, personality, patience, organization, fun demeanor was outstanding.”
Cindy, traveled in December
Duration 9 days Destinations Quito, San Cristóbal Island, Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island Age Range Ages 15+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Intrepid Travel From $3,915
30% Off- NZ$2,741+$394 local paymentsYou save $1,175
Galapagos Experience
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Seeing giant iguanas and enormous tortoises is something I shall never forget!”
Travis, traveled in October
Duration 7 days Destinations San Cristóbal Island, Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island Age Range Ages 15+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Intrepid Travel From $2,175
30% Off- NZ$1,523+$394 local paymentsYou save $653
Duration 9 days Destinations Quito, San Cristóbal Island, Isabela Island, Santa Cruz Island Age Range Ages 7+ Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Responsible Travel South America From
30% Off- NZ$6,341
Galapagos Adventure: Northern Islands (Grand Daphne)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was exhilarating.”
Randall, traveled in January
Duration 7 days Destinations Quito, San Cristóbal Island, Santa Fé Island, South Plaza Island, Genovesa Island, Santiago Island, Santa Cruz Island Age Range Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Intrepid Travel From
30% Off- NZ$7,600+$377 local payments
Pure Galapagos (Grand Daphne)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Great destinations and friendly crew, very good food especially vegetables.”
emerald, traveled in April
Duration 8 days Destinations Baltra Island, Santa Cruz Island, Rabida Island, Isabela Island, Fernandina Island, Santiago Island, Bartolomé Island, Sombrero Chino Island, Seymour Norte Age Range Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Intrepid Travel From
30% Off- NZ$10,545+$394 local payments
What people love about touring Pacific solo
- 10 Days Galapagos Highlights Small Group Tour
Really enjoyed it. Our guide was Pedro, and he really knew his stuff. The canoe rides and sightseeing were unforgettable. The food and restaurant service was great. The only suggestion I have is to give warning when the power and water are to go off, so we could plan around it.
My friend and I made a last minute decision to head to the Galapagos and found Tour Radar to coordinate our trip. It was fantastic! It was certainly helpful to have insider knowledge since we had little time to do our own research. When we did have questions (and we did pretty much every day!) I have to give tremendous credit to Tour Radar’s local contact, Jeferson Paucar at Responsible Travel. I don’t think he is ever away from his work because he always immediately answered my DM’s no matter what time of day or night. He was outstanding. As for the trip itself, Galapagos is just magical. Isabela was our favorite island due to its smaller town size, beautiful beaches and friendly vibe. Snorkeling was incredibly amazing with the clearest water. We did the 6 hour Sierra Negra volcano hike. The hike up and back is a bit of a grind, but the enormity of the caldera and the hike down the other side into the lava flow area is amazing. Please bring LOTS of water and some bars. It is described as a 6 hour hike and it is just that. As an avid trail runner and hiker, I was expecting a lot of stopping along the way and thought I might feel slowed down. That was definitely not the case!
5 Days Galapagos Expedition Tour
This was such an amazing and affordable option for traveling to the mainland of Ecuador. Ecaudor has so much to offer and we feel that this tour showed us so much of it. The logistics of the itinerary were thoughtfully put together and made for such an easy time. We were given our pickup times and locations (mainly at our hotels) and someone was always there asking for us by name to take us either on a tour or a private drive to the next city. Isabel stayed on top of the tour companies that the sport activities were booked with to make sure we were taken care of at all times. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
7 Days Galapagos Multisport Adventure Tour
What our customers ask about Pacific Tours for Solo Travelers
Which Pacific Ocean destinations are most recommended for first-time solo travelers?
Hawaii stands out as an easy entry point for first-time solo travelers. Its familiar setup English-speaking locals and reliable public transportation make navigation simple. The Galapagos Islands provide a different but equally accessible experience through organized small group tours that handle logistics. A TourRadar review notes: "Even as someone traveling alone for the first time the Galapagos tour was perfectly organized with amazing guides making everyone feel comfortable and included."
What is the typical accommodation arrangement for solo travelers on Pacific Ocean tours?
Most Pacific tours set up shared twin rooms for solo travelers with the choice to upgrade to private rooms for an extra fee. The Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa pairs solo travelers in double rooms or offers single rooms with ocean views for an additional cost. On Galapagos vessels like the Yolita travelers share twin cabins with another guest of the same gender unless they choose the single supplement option. One TourRadar reviewer noted: "The cabins were comfortable and clean all with private bathrooms."
When is the ideal time to visit Pacific Ocean destinations for solo travelers?
Each destination has its sweet spot for visitors. Hawaii sees fewer tourists and better rates during April-May and September-October making spots like Pearl Harbor less crowded. The Galapagos welcomes visitors year-round but December-May brings warmer waters that work well for snorkeling at Corona del Diablo and similar sites. A past traveler shares: "Visiting Hawaii in September meant perfect weather for activities and the ability to actually meet other travelers without overwhelming crowds at places like Haleakala National Park."
What opportunities are there to meet other travelers on Pacific Ocean tours?
Group activities create natural settings for making connections. In the Galapagos shared experiences like snorkeling off Tortuga Bay or hiking on Floreana Island's Black Beach bring people together. The casual atmosphere of guided excursions makes it easy to start conversations. According to a TourRadar participant: "We had a great group dynamic and Mauricio was a big part of that. He was more than just our guide he was part of our group!"
What's the typical group size on Pacific Ocean tours?
Tours keep numbers modest to maintain quality experiences. Galapagos excursions usually cap at 8-16 people while Hawaii tours accommodate up to 40 travelers with most groups averaging 33. A TourRadar guest observed: "Fortunately the group size wasn't too large which made the experience more personal and enjoyable."
How do guided tours accommodate dining experiences for solo travelers?
Tours balance group meals with independent dining options. Hawaii includes social events like welcome dinners near Waikiki Beach and traditional luaus. Galapagos cruise packages feature all meals in shared dining spaces that encourage conversation. A TourRadar review confirms: "The food provided by the cook was so healthy and delicious and plentiful. Dining together created great opportunities to socialize with other travelers."