Galapagos Islands Tours
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS - Cruise Tour
Discover the fascinating charm of the Galapagos Islands on our exciting and breathtaking excursions. Our excursions offer you the opportunity to explore the most fascinating corners of this archipelago, known for its endemic species and extraordinary volcanic vistas.
Accompanied by our expert guides, you will experience unforgettable adventures ranging from leisurely strolls among magnificent turtles to exciting diving expeditions among the vibrant tropical marine life and curious marine iguanas. Every moment in the Galapagos Islands promises a unique and unforgettable encounter. Embark on an extraordinary journey with our Galapagos tours and discover the reasons why this destination is a nature lover’s paradise. Contact us today to book your experience and be enchanted by the magical wonders of the Galapagos Islands – your extraordinary adventure starts now!
information about the Islands
Discover the captivating Galapagos Islands with us! Explore beyond the ordinary as we unveil the unique charm of each island. Our overview focuses on islands boasting over one square kilometer of area, ensuring you experience the best of island hopping, cruising, or diving adventures. Embark on a journey to these extraordinary destinations, each offering distinctive visitor attractions waiting to be explored.
Inhabited islands
The island of Santa Cruz is one of the main islands of the Galapagos. Here, you can observe giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Dreamy white beaches invite you to swim, snorkel, and stroll. Additionally, you can learn about the conservation of these unique islands here.
Located in the eastern part of the Galapagos Archipelago, San Cristobal Island boasts a relaxed atmosphere and offers diverse opportunities for tours to hidden beaches, spectacular rock formations, and magnificent viewpoints. The intriguing Interpretation Center is also definitely worth a visit.
Few of the Galapagos Islands have experienced such a tumultuous history of settlement as Floreana. Evidence of this history remains today, such as a historic mailbox. From the Baroness’s Lookout, you can oversee vast stretches of the island, and at Cormorant Point, you can stroll across both flour-like sand and green olivine sand.
Uninhabited islands
The western Galapagos island of Fernandina remains almost entirely untouched. Regular volcanic eruptions continue to shape its landscape to this day. At the sole visitor site, Espinoza Point, you’ll be greeted by a colony of marine iguanas. On this promontory, you’ll also encounter the endangered flightless cormorants along with a plethora of other seabirds.
The fourth-largest Galapagos island, Santiago, was a favored stopover for pirates and whalers. Later, it also became a site for salt mining. Unfortunately, introduced animals such as pigs and donkeys severely disrupted the island’s ecosystem. Through targeted conservation efforts, including the reintroduction of land iguanas, the ecological balance of the island has been gradually restored.
Española is situated in the far southeastern corner of the Galapagos Archipelago. There are two fascinating visitor sites on the island: at Gardner Bay, you can stroll on the white sand amidst sea lions. Suarez Point is the world’s only nesting site for Galapagos Albatrosses. You’ll also likely encounter nesting Nazca boobies here. Additionally, there is a blowhole where the spray shoots up into the air.
Santa Fe is considered one of the oldest Galapagos islands from a geological perspective. It is home to two endemic species: the Santa Fe land iguana and the Galapagos rice rat. Characteristic of the island are the forests of prickly pear cacti. These cacti are larger here than on other islands, and their fruits and flowers serve as the primary food source for the land iguanas.
The small island of Rábida, located south of Santiago, is particularly fascinating geologically, as it showcases a variety of rock types formed through the crystallization and cooling of magma. High concentrations of iron oxide in volcanic slag give sand and rock their distinctive red color. The island is a significant breeding ground for brown pelicans.
The crescent-shaped island of South Plaza was formed by uplifted seabed. Despite its small size, it boasts high biodiversity. A defining feature is its carpet of sesuvium, which blankets large portions of the island and varies in color from bright green to red depending on the season. Amidst this, the towering opuntias prominently dot the landscape
Bartolomé is less renowned for its vegetation and more for its astonishing landscape dominated by volcanic formations. The iconic Pinnacle Rock stands out as a popular photography subject. Additionally, the coast and surrounding rocks host a significant colony of Galapagos penguins.
North Seymour Island, located north of Baltra, is among the smallest of the Galapagos Islands. However, it boasts the largest colony of frigatebirds and a significant population of blue-footed boobies. The island serves as a crucial breeding ground for both species. Additionally, there is a substantial presence of swallow-tailed gulls.
Genovesa Island, also known as Bird Island, lies 115 km away from the other islands. The Darwin Bay in the southern part of the horseshoe-shaped island is the result of the collapse of the caldera and is home to numerous seabirds and sea lions. From Prince Philip’s Steps, visitors can enjoy a magnificent view of the entire island.
Galapagos is one of the most popular diving destinations in the world and is even one of the seven underwater wonders of the world. For divers with some experience, there is an incredible amount to discover. Particularly significant are the islands of Pinzon, Wolf, Darwin and Marchena, whose waters can be explored on diving cruises.
Galapagos cruises
We organize cruise packages to satisfy the travel styles of every modern explorer. All Cruises offer great itineraries, but there might be just one that is the perfect one for you! There will be twice daily excursions with expert Galapagos Island National Park guides that consist of either trail walks, kayaking or snorkeling adventures. They will explain the wildlife, ecosystem, and history of the Galapagos Islands and answer all your questions. Accommodation is usually in double cabins, size depending on the ship. Meals are all served on board the boat and can be buffet style, à la carte or barbeque.
If you are traveling alone and want to save the single supplement, you can buy a space in a shared double cabin on some of the cruises. Contact us for your tailor-made Galapagos vacation!
Not sure how to get started? Check out our personal recommendations:
Constructed in 2009 and meticulously cared for, this contemporary First Class vessel offers a remarkable cabin that mirrors the comfort of a luxurious hotel room. Your cabin boasts a spacious bathroom, a private balcony, a cozy seating area, generous storage options, plush carpeting, and standard-sized beds. The Treasure of Galapagos strikes the perfect balance, ensuring that you never feel lost in a vast space or confined without the comforts of home.
Experience the Marvels of the Galapagos Archipelago aboard the Motor Catamarans Archipel I & II. Each day, you’ll find yourself anchored at two carefully chosen visitor sites, with a minimum of two expertly guided excursions to make the most of your adventure. Whether you’re following the structured excursion schedule or exploring at your leisure, you’ll have the opportunity to witness the wonders of nature from various vantage points. Prepare to be continually amazed as you uncover the ever-surprising beauty of this remarkable destination!
The Galapagos Aqua presents the perfect vessel for adventurers and diving enthusiasts of all generations. It seamlessly blends the thrill of liveaboard diving excursions, granting access to the Galapagos Archipelago’s most coveted dive sites, with naturalist cruises that unveil the islands’ exceptional and unmissable features. Immerse yourself in the unparalleled diversity both above and beneath the waves, a dual experience that defines the essence of these remarkable Galapagos Islands.
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Galapagos Island Hopping
Whilst we do often recommend a cruise, an increasing number of visitors never set foot on a live-aboard boat as the choice of lodges and hotels in the Galapagos is growing and with a so-called island hopping tour you can explore some of the uninhabited island with daily boat tours. Galapagos offers everything from backpacker hostels to luxurious resorts.
One of the advantages is that you can create your own itinerary. Usually you pick one or more of the inhabited islands as your base and take day tours to visitors’ sites or other, smaller islands from there.
Our most popular island hopping tour combines Santa Cruz with San Cristobal. It also includes a visit to one of the small uninhabited islands. If beautiful beaches should be a part of your tour, be sure to include Isabela, for example in our 6-days tour. During an extensive 8-day island hopping tour you will stay on the three largest islands (Santa Cruz, San Cristobal, Isabela) and participate in many tours, maximizing your chances to observe the amazing wildlife.
Of course we are also happy to build your tailor-made Galapagos tour, according to your interests and budget!
Enjoy 5 days of adventure on Santa Cruz Island in the Galapagos. Discover the amazing biodiversity, giant tortoises and underwater wonders. We will visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and enjoy pristine beaches and volcanic landscapes. Expert guides will accompany you on this unique experience, explore the Galapagos like never before!
Explore San Cristobal Island in Galapagos during an exciting 5-day tour. Explore white sandy beaches, unique marine life, breathtaking landscapes and visit the largest colony of sea lions in the world. Our expert guides will accompany you on this unforgettable adventure and discover the magic of San Cristobal!
Explore the Galapagos Islands on an 8 day tour. Visit Santa Cruz, Isabela and San Cristobal Islands. Marvel at the amazing biodiversity and natural beauty of this unique paradise. Walk with giant tortoises, snorkel and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station.
Discover the wonders of the Galapagos in 8 exciting days!
Galapagos Islands with kids
The Galapagos Islands provide the ideal setting for a family adventure vacation. Because young people can observe wildlife close-up and can explore the marine life by snorkel. And also learn about the basics of evolution. Therefore it is an absolute highlight to enjoy Galapagos with kids!
If you are traveling with the whole family including your kids, the Galapagos Islands are also an amazing option for your holidays. You can find more information about a trip to the Galapagos with your kids on our page Galapagos and Ecuador with kids. In case you are looking for more general travel tips to the Galapagos visit the Galapagos travel tips page.
Discover the charm of the Galapagos Blue-footed Boobies! Learn about the fascinating world of these unique birds and their amazing habits in our latest blog post. Join us on a virtual trip to the Galapagos Islands and learn more about these iconic creatures. We invite you to read the article and explore the beauty of wildlife in one of the most amazing destinations on the planet – don’t miss it!
Join us on a marine adventure and meet the playful Galapagos Sea Lions! In our latest blog post, we invite you to explore the lives of these charismatic inhabitants of the Galapagos Islands. Discover their unique behaviors, their social interactions and how they have thrived in this exceptional ecosystem – don’t miss our article on the Galapagos Sea Lions!
Explore the fascinating world of the Galapagos Marine Iguanas Learn about the life of these amazing creatures and discover their unique adaptations to inhabit the Galapagos Islands. This article is full of curiosities about their behavior, their characteristics and their importance to the ecological balance of this impressive archipelago.
Immerse yourself in the amazing world of the majestic Galapagos Giant Tortoises. We invite you to explore the fascinating history and incredible biodiversity that surrounds these iconic creatures. Discover how these tortoises contribute to the balance of this unique ecosystem in the world. Don’t miss the opportunity to meet the Galapagos Giant Tortoises.
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