View allFantastic experience. Local tour guide Karen was knowledgeable and helpful.
Meir, traveled in October
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- Platinum Operator
- Contiki
- Explorer
- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Medium Intensity
- Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
- Guided in English
- Group Size 1 - 25
- Ages 18-35
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Snorkel and discover the colours of the Galapagos
- Kayak and uncover fascinating wildlife encounters
- Hike to pristine secluded beaches at Tortuga Bay
- Relax on a cruise for some off-shore bird spotting
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Quito to Isabela Island
- Day 2 Isabela Island
- Day 3 Isabela Island to Santa Cruz Island
- Day 4 Santa Cruz Island to San Cristobal Island
- Day 5 San Cristobal Island
- Day 6 San Cristobal Island to Quito
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Flights
- 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
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Hotel La Gran Tortuga (or similar)
Hotelday 1Isamar Hotel (or similar)
Hotelday 2Hotel Silberstein (or similar)
Hotelday 3Galapagos Planet (or similar)
HotelDays 4, 5
Operated by
Contiki
Number of tours
628
Age Range
18 to 35 years old
Response time
4 hours
Response rate
92%
Contiki has been running tours for over 50 years, all exclusively for...
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingAverage
- ItineraryGood
- GuideGood
- TransportGood
- AccommodationAverage
- FoodGood
- Klare· July 18th, 2025I recently returned from the Contiki tour and, unfortunately, I cannot recommend this experience—particularly for trans or LGBTQ+ travelers, or anyone with dietary or medical needs. From the outset, multiple accommodations on the trip fell below the standards promised in the itinerary. One hotel had tinted glass walls for both the toilet and shower, and no bathroom lock—a deeply unsafe setup, especially as a trans traveler. I had to pay out of pocket for alternate lodging just to feel safe. Contiki acknowledged this and reimbursed the hotel cost, but such a basic oversight should never have occurred on a vetted tour. The issues didn't stop there. Despite declaring a severe dairy intolerance, I was repeatedly served or nearly served food containing cheese or cross-contaminated utensils. I eventually suffered a painful lactose reaction. While the guide was seated beside me when I excused myself due to illness, no one checked on me—for the rest of the tour. This level of neglect, both medical and empathetic, was extremely upsetting. In addition, group dynamics were hostile and exclusionary. I was misgendered, mocked, and left to feel unwelcome for being trans. While Contiki markets itself as inclusive, the lack of response from staff or fellow travelers created an environment that was emotionally exhausting. Before I could initially submit a review, our guide held a group meeting where I was publicly called out for someone else submitting a complaint the tour guide had requested, creating even more pressure to stay quiet and avoid further conflict. To top it off, I injured my thumb on the final day due to poor hotel bathroom design—there was no seating when I became nauseous from motion sickness, and a curved toilet lid snapped back against my hand. I sought medical help back home and, despite it being over a month since my trip, I still have pain. When I informed Contiki (after confirming the injury was real and non-fractured), they refused to acknowledge any possibility of compensation in the future. Contiki ultimately offered me $300 USD as a gesture of goodwill for everything but the thumb, which I accepted—not as full compensation, but because at that point, I felt stonewalled. I also was supposed to receive a 5% travel credit, but they never sent instructions on how to apply or use this supposed credit. This experience left me feeling unseen, unsafe, and unsupported. I had hoped for adventure, but spent much of the tour managing problems that should never have arisen in the first place. If you're trans, have dietary restrictions, or value responsive, professional care on your travels, I would recommend thinking twice before booking with Contiki.Show more
Contiki commented on this reviewThank you for sharing your feedback with us. We truly appreciate it and want you to know that our Guest Relations Department has taken your concerns to heart. We understand how significant the 5% discount is to you. If you'd like to redeem it, please... Show moreTrip date: June 2025 - Meir· October 2nd, 2024Fantastic experience. Local tour guide Karen was knowledgeable and helpful.Show moreContiki commented on this reviewWe are committed to making every journey with us a memorable one. Thank you for choosing to travel with us.Trip date: September 2024
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Robert
Asked on June 11th, 2024Would it be possible to stay on the island at end of the tour instead of going back to Quito? Will we see all the natural life and animals available on the Galapagos Islands on this tour or are we skipping some?
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Robert
Traveler•Written June 2024Where can I see reviews specific to this tour. I only see reviews about the operator.
ContikiOperator•Written June 2024You have the option to stay on the island instead of going back to Quito on the last day of your trip. However, please note that if you choose to stay on the island, your flight back to Quito will be your own responsibility, as it is not included in your trip. Please be advised that it will depend on the animals you encounter during your stay, but I assure you that you'll see many aquatic animals.
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Robert
Traveler•Written June 2024Regarding the flights from Quito to the Galapagos Islands and back to Quito, I understand they are included in the trip price. Is it possible to delay the return flight by a day or two without incurring any additional charges if asked in advance?
- ContikiOperator•Written June 2024
The return flight is included as part of the trip itinerary. However, we cannot delay the return flight, as the flights are pre-arranged as part of the package. If you wish to stay in the Island, your flight back to Quito will be your own responsibility. Please note Contiki tours have an age restriction, and participants are required to be between 18 to 35 years old.
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Janet
Asked on April 23rd, 2015What is internal air price for?
- ContikiOperator•Written April 2015
The internal air price covers the cost of your internal flights on Galapagos Island Hopper and needs to be paid upfront before the tour departs.
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Shirley
Asked on April 23rd, 2015What is intra tour air tax?
- ContikiOperator•Written April 2015
The intra tour air tax covers the air taxes for the flights included on this tour. It's imposed by the airlines and therefore needs to be paid before the tour departs to secure your flight as a part of this tour.
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