Galapagos — West & Central Islands aboard the Eden
Experience Overview
Get up close and personal with an incredible array of animal species on this 8-day tour that hits the central, and west islands of the Galápagos. Along the way, you'll have plenty of time to spot and snap photos of giant land tortoises on Santa Cruz, Darwin's famed finches in Punta Moreno, and flightless cormorants on Fernandina. Do it all aboard the Eden, the latest addition to G Adventures' Galápagos fleet, outfitted with your comfort in mind.
Highlights
- Spot colonies of blue-footed boobies
- Watch manta rays and whitetip reef sharks swim in Tintoreras
- Take in views over saltwater craters and volcanoes on Isabela Island
Trip Details
Product Code: 2806
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Plane, motorized yacht (Eden), van, panga, private bus.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: SEV08DB
Starts: Quito, Ecuador
Finishes: Quito, Ecuador
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Average
Includes
Activities
- Cruise the Galápagos Islands aboard the Eden (5 nts)
- All meals aboard the Eden
- Certified Galápagos National Park Service Guide
- Excursion to see giant tortoises in the wild (Santa Cruz Island)
- Chance to see flightless cormorants and penguins (Isabela Island)
- Visit to the largest marine iguana colony in the Galápagos (Fernandina Island)
- Snorkelling at Puerto Egas and North Seymour
- Onboard snorkelling equipment and wetsuits
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (2 nts), aboard the Eden in twin-share (bunks, upper deck), twin-share (lower berths), or double cabins (5 nts).
- 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
Transport
- Plane, motorized yacht (Eden), van, panga, private bus.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer)/Naturalist Guide while in the Galápagos Islands (certified by the Galápagos National Park Authority), local G Adventures Rep in Quito.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $5,201 ($650 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Quito
Arrive at any time.
Day 2: Quito/Santa Cruz Island
Take an early flight to the Galápagos Islands and transfer to Puerto Ayora and board the Eden. Spend the afternoon in the highlands seeing giant tortoises in the wild.
Day 3: Isabela Island
Stop off in the small town of Puerto Villamil before hiking to the rim of the Sierra Negra volcano. In the afternoon, visit the wetlands and the tortoise breeding centre in the Puerto Villamil area.
Day 4: Isabela Island
Pay a morning visit to Punta Moreno on the southwest coast of Isabela to see lava formations, flamingos, and amazing views of the three most active volcanoes in the Galápagos Islands. In the afternoon, visit Elizabeth Bay which offers amazing bird and marine life viewing opportunities. Head out on the pangas and explore the shallows and mangroves to look for sea turtles and penguins.
Day 5: Tagus Cove/Fernandina Island
Stop for a visit at Tagus Cove and hike to a lookout to get a stunning view of the bay. Spot old graffiti on the cliffs from whalers and pirates who once visited the the cove. Continue to Punta Espinoza on Fernandina, the youngest of the Galápagos Islands. Witness the large colony of marine iguanas and a variety of bird life.
Day 6: Puerto Egas/Rábida Island
On a morning excursion to Puerto Egas, walk on a dark sand beach studded with rock formations and tidal pools. Take a refreshing dip in turquoise waters and search for fish and sea turtles in the protected bay. Later, visit Rábida Island for a visit to a saltwater lagoon and sea lion colony.
Day 7: Santa Cruz Island/Quito
Visit North Seymour for guided walks to observe birds and wildlife, including vast sea lion colonies. Disembark at Baltra and fly back to Quito.
Day 8: Quito
Depart at any time.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Jeffrey S. - Traveled, January 2024
Th9is was an excellent, well organized trip with a very knowledgeable guide!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/11/2024
Lisa S. - Traveled, January 2024
Nice way to experience the Galápagos Islands with like minded people
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/09/2024
Maura K. - Traveled, December 2023
It is a once in a lifetime experience
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/28/2023
Linda P. - Traveled, December 2023
The to/from Galapagos part (Day 1-2 and 7-8) is cumbersome. Lots of hoops. The Galapagos experience itself exceeded expectations. The sleeping quarters were fitting. The food was out of sight: fresh fruits and veggies. Very healthy eating. Such variety. ...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/27/2023
Stuart T. - Traveled, December 2023
Iconic, once in a lifetime experience. Well organised and packed with activities. We are so glad we included this trip in our itinerary.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/27/2023
Martin S. - Traveled, June 2024
the staff of eden were all amazing and such an organised and happy group
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/24/2024
Boris P. - Traveled, June 2024
It was a good trip altogether. This time I brought my wife with me and she was happy. :)
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/17/2024
Gary W. - Traveled, May 2024
The experience was excellent overall, although we did not see all of the wildlife that we were hoping to.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/07/2024
Glynis W. - Traveled, May 2024
An amazing experience on a unique archipelago
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/01/2024
Laura B. - Traveled, May 2024
Brilliant experience - loads of help from g adventures to facilitate the travel we did, loads of different opportunities to see flora and fauna and a brilliant staff team
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/29/2024
Stefanie T. - Traveled, April 2024
Unforgettable, everlasting
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/30/2024
Karl H. - Traveled, April 2024
Amazing tour on a boat with great nature, animals, birds, snorkeling, food.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/30/2024
Stefanie T. - Traveled, April 2024
Unforgettable, everlasting
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/30/2024
Jane P. - Traveled, April 2024
Amazing life experience with memories that will last a lifetime.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/30/2024
Wayne P. - Traveled, April 2024
Everything on my Galapagos list got checked off and then some !!! Food on the Eden was excellent, I don't know how one chef in such a small kitchen could make so many great meals. Crew and other guests made for a great experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/18/2024
Brenda O. - Traveled, April 2024
After not knowing a lot about the Galapagos Islands before I left, I feel very confident to tell family and friends all about it. Everything went very smoothly. I couldn't get over how well we ate. The meals were like from a gourmet restaurant. We h...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/18/2024
Susan P. - Traveled, March 2024
Great way to see the Galápagos. Traveling with our friends made the holiday very special
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/03/2024
Catherine H. - Traveled, March 2024
Visiting the Galapagos Island was like swimming in an aquarium and being in a different National Geographic magazine everyday.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/20/2024
Steven H. - Traveled, March 2024
If you love nature in all aspects, a visit to the Galapagos will give you everything and more.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/19/2024
Daniel V. - Traveled, February 2024
Outstanding experience
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/23/2024
John G. - Traveled, January 2024
A very nice trip but as a said, it would be better if you have a possibility to swim from the boat time to time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/01/2024
Simone J. - Traveled, January 2024
If you want to really get to know the country and its people, G-Adventure is a great option.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/29/2024
Michael D. - Traveled, January 2024
An amazing, life-changing experience that exceeded all of my expectations!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/14/2024
Beth R. - Traveled, January 2024
Amazing
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/13/2024
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