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- Gold Operator
- Explore!
- Sailing
- Catch the wind and set sail for new horizons
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 7 - 16
- Ages 16+

Highlights
- Arrive in scenic Puembo, near Quito
- Fly to the unique Galapagos Islands
- Explore the diverse fauna at Cormorant Point
- Discover Espanola Island's wildlife
- Observe sea lions at San Cristobal
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Join trip in Puembo, Quito
- Day 2 Fly to the Galapagos; see giant tortoises at the Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre; board the Archipel I Catamaran
- Day 3 Observe the wildlife of Floreana Island and visit Post Office Bay
- Day 4 Snorkel in Gardner Bay and head onto Punta Suarez
- Day 5 Find sea lions at Pitt Point and snorkel at the atmospheric Witch Hill
- Day 6 Explore the rugged beach at Lobos Islet; fly back to Quito
- Day 7 Trip ends in Puembo, Quito
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Hotel Rincon de Puembo
HotelDays 1, 6Archipel I
Berth / CabinDays 2, 3, 4, 5

Operated by
Explore!
Number of tours
533
Age Range
16 to 85 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
96%
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Customer Reviews
- Hazel· January 29th, 2024The wildlife in all venues (esp humming birds, orcas, giant tortoises, iguanas); Quito old town; free time to explore on our own; Quechua family visit; atmosphere in Otavalo esp bumping into the Christmas carnival unexpectedly.Show moreReview collected by Explore!
- Louise· December 19th, 2023Almost too many to list! It felt like two holidays with machu Piccu followed by the Galapagos .. For Peru it was - The sacred valley and the trip to Machu Piccu itself - The food throughout was excellent - Cusco was a fabulous city - and the people lovely For The Galapagos - Snorkelling - the turtles, penguins and sea lions who joined you - The animals - tortoises, pelicans, iguanas and birds galore - Final highlight was seeing a pod of over 100 dolphins playing around our boat.Show moreReview collected by Explore!
- Christopher· December 7th, 2023Wildlife in both mainland and islandsShow moreReview collected by Explore!
Dates & Availability
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- From Wednesday20 Aug, 2025To Tuesday26 Aug, 2025EnglishFrom:NZ $8,360 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Wednesday3 Sep, 2025To Tuesday9 Sep, 2025EnglishFrom:NZ $8,360 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Wednesday17 Sep, 2025To Tuesday23 Sep, 2025EnglishFrom:NZ $8,360 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Wednesday1 Oct, 2025To Tuesday7 Oct, 2025EnglishFrom:NZ $8,360 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Wednesday15 Oct, 2025To Tuesday21 Oct, 2025EnglishFrom:NZ $8,360 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Wednesday29 Oct, 2025To Tuesday4 Nov, 2025EnglishFrom:NZ $8,360 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Wednesday12 Nov, 2025To Tuesday18 Nov, 2025EnglishFrom:NZ $8,360 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Wednesday26 Nov, 2025To Tuesday2 Dec, 2025EnglishFrom:NZ $8,360 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Wednesday10 Dec, 2025To Tuesday16 Dec, 2025EnglishFrom:NZ $8,360 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Wednesday24 Dec, 2025To Tuesday30 Dec, 2025EnglishFrom:NZ $8,360 per personMultiple Room Types
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