Galápagos Land & Sea — Central & South Islands aboard the Yolita

7 days, Quito to Quito

A sea lion gracefully races underwater in the Galapagos islands, Ecuador

Please note that the Quito international airport (UIO, Mariscal Sucre) will be closed on the following dates for preventative maintenance on the runway: May 11, 18, June 1, July 6, 13, 20, September 7, 14, and 21, 2024 between the hours of 2am and 12pm. The airport will also be closed on June 8, 15, 22, and 29, 2024 between the hours of 2am and 2pm. For passengers flying in or out of Quito on these dates, please double-check flight schedules with your airline in case of changes. Internal flights within Ecuador and Galapagos will be adjusted accordingly and any changes to schedules will be communicated at the welcome briefing.

Spend five days exploring the Galápagos Islands aboard the Yolita and enjoy the beaches, history, and wildlife of the central and southern islands. When you want to spend some time underwater, make sure to check out the Devil’s Crown in Floreana, a snorkeller’s paradise and home to some of the most impressive marine life in the Galápagos. Bird lovers will have their hands full too, with stops at some pretty notable birdwatching spots on Cerro Dragón. When you’re done connecting with the wildlife, get over to Post Office Bay to learn about its history and, of course, to drop off a postcard.

7 days

Quito to Quito

From$21699HKD

was $30999

Valid on Jun 11 2024

Trip Code: SEVL07YB

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Travel Style: Marine

Small-ship adventures on the world’s great seas, rivers, and other places only accessible by boat.

Service Level: Upgraded

Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.

Physical Rating: 3 - Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12

Age requirement: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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7 days

Quito to Quito

From$21699HKD

was $30999

Valid on Jun 11 2024

Trip Code: SEVL07YB

Special Offers

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Trees planted for this trip: 7

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Map of the route for Galápagos Land & Sea — Central & South Islands aboard the Yolita

Places visited

Itinerary

Day 1Quito

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.

Day 2Quito/Santa Cruz Island

Fly to Baltra. Meet the CEO and transfer to Puerto Ayora. Check into the hotel followed by lunch. Enjoy an afternoon hike to Tortuga Bay along with a kayak ride.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 3Puerto Ayora/Santa Cruz Island

Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station in the morning before boarding the Yolita. Get to know the crew and settle in. This afternoon, visit a tortoise reserve in the Santa Cruz highlands.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 4Punta Cormorant/Floreana Island

This morning, snorkel at Devil's Crown, a coral reef surrounded by an eroded volcanic crater, the perfect home for marine life. Look out for small sharks, rays and schools of tropical fish. In the afternoon, make sure you have a postcard to leave behind on a visit to Post Office Bay.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 5Chinese Hat/Cerro Dragón

Visit the white sand beach at Chinese Hat in the morning, before an afternoon at Cerro Dragón for an opportunity to break out the binoculars and do some excellent birdwatching.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 6Black Turtle Cove/Quito

In the early morning, explore the mangrove lagoon at Black Turtle Cove before transferring to the airport for a flight back to Quito. Enjoy a final night out on the town.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 7Quito

Depart at any time.

Meals included:

Breakfast

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What's Included

Arrival transfer
Certified Galápagos National Park Service Guide
Cruise the Galápagos Islands aboard the Yolita (3 nts)
All meals aboard the Yolita
Overnight on Santa Cruz Island
Tortuga Bay hike and kayak (Santa Cruz Island)
Excursion to see giant tortoises in the wild (Santa Cruz Island)
Visit to Post Office Bay (Floreana Island)
Snorkelling at Corona del Diablo
Onboard snorkelling equipment and wetsuits while aboard the Yolita
Internal flights
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodations

Hotels (3 nts), aboard the Yolita in twin-share cabins (3 nts).

Meals

6 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
Allow USD155-205 for meals not included. Drinks and tips on board not included.

Transportation

Plane, motorized yacht (Yolita), van, panga, private bus.

Staff & experts

CEO (Chief Experience Officer)/Naturalist Guide while in the Galápagos Islands (certified by the Galápagos National Park Authority), local G Adventures Rep in Quito.

Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)

Quito City Tour and Equator - From $399.00

Enjoy a city tour of Quito. Visit the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with stops at the Basilica del Voto Nacional, La Compañia Church, San Francisco Square, Plaza Grande and the Panecillo, a towering statue of the virgin of Quito who looks out over a stunning view of the city. Drive 25km (16 mi) north of Quito to the Middle of the World, latitude 0º. Stand with one foot in each hemisphere. Please note that this tour starts at 8 a.m.