TOUR SUMMARY

• Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights. Start and end in Quito, Ecuador.
• Trip focus: A moderately active trip. Stunning wildlife viewing and close encounters.
• Accommodation: 2nts hotel with private facilities in Quito, 7nts simple hotels with private facilites out on the islands
• Group Size: Max 14. SET representative in Quito, tour leader and naturalist guides throughout.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Diving or snorkeling with harmless Sharks and playful Sea lions
• Kayaking
• Hiking
• Mountain biking
• Surfing/Body Boarding (optional)

From the heights of the second largest volcanic crater in the world, to the depths of the enriched and unexplored waters of Galapagos, our carefully planned Multi Activity tour is a must for all lovers of outdoor adventure.
Whether you are diving with harmless sharks, playful sea lions, giant manta rays, or just enjoying the company of the Giant Galapagos Tortoise. Our 10-day Adventure tour is guaranteed to leave you with memories that will last a lifetime.

ITINERARY

DAY 1
ARRIVAL DAY QUITO - Welcome to one of the highest capital cities in the world, Quito .You are free arrive anytime you wish and take in some of the many sites of Quito. There will be a welcome letter waiting for you at the hotel plus an information pack with a list of things to do and see, in and around Quito. That evening there will be a full briefing on the week ahead and logistics of your Adventure tour in Galapagos. Evening welcome dinner. (D)

DAY 2
SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND - The trip begins with an early morning transfer to the airport and a flight to San Cristobal Island, Galapagos. Here you will be meet by our friendly staff and transferred to your hotel. After lunch will we make our way to the top of San Cristobal through the settlement of El Progresso, to La Soledad from where we will have panoramic views out over the Pacific towards Santa Cruz, Floreana and Santa Fe. After we jump on the bikes for an exhilarating down hill through the lush highlands of the island, through El Progresso down to the township of Puerto Barequizo. We also pay a visit to the Loberia then head back into town.. That evening we will have a welcome dinner of some of the islands fresh fish and produce. (B, L, D)

DAY 3
SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND - The day begins with a short boat ride in the Christine to Kicker Rock, observing along the way, the abundant marine life that Galapagos is renowned for. On the way we stop off at Isla de Lobos to observe nesting Frigate birds and Blue Footed Boobies, and swim/snorkel with playful young Sea lions. A real highlight of the trip! We then continue onto Kicker Rock, the remains of an underwater volcano rising vertically 150m out of the sea. A truly impressive sight! Here we can dive and snorkel keeping an eye out below for Sea Turtles, Manta Rays and maybe the odd harmless Galapagos shark, just to name a few. After we head to Puerto Grande, one of the most beautiful beaches in the islands and return to port late in the afternoon and visit the interpretation centre and then if you feeling up to it, a hike around Frigate Bird hill. (B, L) OPTIONAL DIVING, PLEASE ENQUIRE

DAY 4
FLOREANA AND ISABELA ISLANDS - This morning we depart San Cristobal Island to Floreana Island. Keep an eye out for dolphins and the magnificent albatross along the way. Here will be experience some of the best snorkeling in the islands. After a snorkel we head around to the town of Floreana and have a look a round town and a little beach time. We depart Floreana to Isabela and after hotel check in, a short walk to see some pink flamingos and a beer on the beach. (B, L, D)

DAY 5
ISABELA - A full day hike, takes us up Sierra Negra Volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in Galapagos, and with the second largest crater in the world. Here you can experience a bird’s eye view of this magical landscape. That evening we can kick back at the bar on the beach and enjoy a nice cold beer or cocktail (B, L, D)

DAY 6
ISABELA - Today we visit the Breeding Center of the Giant Tortoise, the largest in Galapagos and later, make our way the wall of tears, built by convicts many years ago. Along the way we’ll pop in and visit Pink flamingos, also stopping at the lookout and one of the many natural pools, short walking trails, beaches and mangrove swamps along the way. After lunch we have a tour of the bay in zodiac where you can observe up close, the only penguins found close to the equator, marine iguanas and hopefully snorkel with marine turtles and an array of other marine life. (B, L,) 

DAY 7
SANTA CRUZ - Today is an early morning departure to the Island of Santa Cruz. We will visit the highlands of Santa Cruz, observing The Galapagos Giant tortoise in natural surroundings, and the amazing lava tunnels, some over 1km long while taking in panoramic views of the islands. Later in the day we head to Tortuga Bay, a stunning beach with fine white sand to see marine iguanas or try you hand at some body boarding, surfing or kayaking in this beautiful part of the national park. (B, L, D)

DAY 8
SANTA CRUZ, SANTA FE, SAN CRISTOBAL - Today we pay a visit to Lonesome George at the Charles Darwin Research Station. Here we can observe many species of tortoises and Land Iguanas in captivity, brought back form the brink of extinction. After some last minute shopping we depart Santa Cruz and pass by  Santa Fe Island for a boat tour,  then  continue to San Cristobal, where Charles Darwin first arrived to Galapagos for our last snorkel with sea lions and a wide array of fish in the beautiful bay of Las Tijeretas. Evening group dinner to celebrate a great trip. (B, L, D)

DAY 9
SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND-QUITO - We bid farewell to the Enchanted Islands today. You’ll have a free morning with a variety of optional activities on offer or just kick back and enjoy some last minute souvenir shopping! We depart San Cristobal Island and return to Quito and get transferred to the hotel. Our representative in Quito will be able to advise you and help with some of the many day tours available in and around Quito (B, L, D)

DAY 10
QUITO, DEPARTURE DAY (B)

SPECIAL NOTE. S.E.T. RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE ITINERAY DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS AND OR GALAPAGOS NATIONAL PARK REGULATION CHANGES
 
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE TOUR PRICE
All tours Include:

• 9 nights accommodation in single, double or triple rooms
• Private bathroom, clean and comfortable.
• Meals daily as specified in tour (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
• Airport transfers to and from accommodation in Galapagos and Quito
• Airfare Quito-Galapagos-Quito
• International transfers in and out
• Full pre departure briefings and logistical support in Quito
• All land and sea transport
• Sea kayaks
• Mountain bikes
• Snorkelling equipment
• Naturalist guides authorized by national park of Galapagos.

Not Included

• National Park entrance fee $110USD, only payable in cash, upon arrival
• Alcoholic / Soft drinks /Gratuities
• 2 evening meals
• Anything not specified in the package
• Optional diving (please enquire for diving package)

PAYING LOCALLY

Most of our adventure tours involve a local payment. Paying locally allows us to keep the overall cost of our tours competitive and pass the savings on to you. These funds are put towards local expenses. In some developing countries the transferring of funds is at times problematic so this is a way to help us serve you, whilst saving you money. Payment is to be made to your leader upon arrival in cash.
All prices are approximates and subject to currency fluctuations until final payment has been made.

SURFING & DIVING

Ask about your opportunity to surf what are considered to be some of the best waves to be found in Latin America. San Cristóbal Island especially and Isabela Island offer world-class surf throughout the year.

WHERE WE DIVE

Leon Dormido - Kicker Rock. (Intermediate)
Tropical fish, Galapagos Shark, Batfish, Occasional Scalloped Hammerhead Shark, Eagle and Golden Rays, Moray eels, Green sea turtles, stingrays, barracuda, triggerfish, boxfish, frogfish, and plenty more!