Summary
How deep is your love of adventure? Is it deep enough to follow the course of Charles Darwin to discover your own love affair with the wildlife paradise of the Galápagos Islands? If so, this Globus Independent tour in Ecuador is pointing you in the right direction. Begin by exploring the historic heart of Quito and depart for parts unknown where blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, and diving iguanas of the Galápagos give new meaning to mind-blowing discoveries. You’ll stay at the award-winning Finch Bay Eco Hotel on Santa Cruz Island in the Galápagos, offering a private, seaside location to kayak, snorkel, bike, and take boat excursions to the various Galápagos Islands with expert Naturalists. Sail upon pristine waters to discover the perfectly evolved creatures who thrive on this volcanic archipelago. Stroll the sand where sea lions bask and albatross brace against the updrafts above the cliffs. Sail, snorkel, and simply stay in a state of astonishment through the sanctuaries of spectacular species on North Seymour, and South Plaza Island, and Santa Cruz Islands. Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station where conservationists work to protect the gentle giants for which the islands are named. You’ll also find the I-time you deserve to fall in love with adventure again!
Short Itinerary / Route
- Day 1
- Arrive In Quito, Ecuador
- Day 2
- Quito
- Day 3
- Quito–Baltra–North Seymour–Santa Cruz
- Day 4
- Santa Cruz. Excursion To The Highlands
- Day 5
- Santa Cruz. Excursion To Punta Carrion & South Pla...
- Day 6
- Santa Cruz. Excursion To Divine Bay
- Day 7
- Santa Cruz–Baltra–Guayaquil
- Day 8
- Guayaquil
Travel Cities (4): Galapagos Islands, Guayaquil, Quito, Santa Cruz Island