Ecuador's mainland climate varies according to altitude. The highlands are drier from June to September and are at their best from July to August with clearer skies caused by higher winds.The jungle has rain all year round but the wettest months are from April to June. The coast is especially hot, humid and wet from January to April.
The Galapagos climate is influenced by ocean currents. It is most popular to visit from December to May as the seas tend to be calmer, warmer for snorkelling, the sun shines and it is generally very hot with sudden showers. The temperature drops from June to November as the Humboldt current reaches up from the south bringing much richer seas and an increase in wildlife activity. However in August and September the sea and land temperatures drop, it is often cloudy and the sea is especially choppy (when many boats put in to dry dock).
Tour Overview
Just you, the wildlife and your snorkel... We've proud to offer a classic collection of great value Galapagos adventures - with no single room supplements and all snorkelling equipment included (so you can really get to know seal lions, tropical fish and other acquatic friends)... Explore less-visited sites with an expert naturalist guide on your choice of vessel and islands on a three, four or seven night cruise to fit your budget.
Enriching tailormade journeys – for you This bespoke journey features some of our favourite spots in the Galapagos. You can choose to take our destination experts’ recommendations and travel just as you see the itinerary here, or contact us to add your own special touches; maybe some extra nights to explore Quito or the Ecuadorian Andes. We’re here to design your perfect holiday. Call us on 0844 875 1890.
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Your flight arrives from Quito into San Cristobal Island where you are met and escorted to your boat. Each lunchtime, evening or night you sail from one island to another.
Overnight Comfort Level Cruise Boat
in Javier and San Jose (G4 and G5) Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Javier and San Jose (G4 and G5)
The Javier and San Jose (G4 and 5) are comfortable boats for your Galapagos explorations. All cabins are en suite, air-conditioned and outside facing, for great views. There’s also ample indoor and outdoor space for sun bathing and briefings.
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North Seymour Island
Set sail for North Seymour, home to sea lions, marine iguanas, swallow-tailed gulls, magnificent frigate birds and blue-footed boobies, a paradise for photographers - you may be lucky enough to see nesting chicks. During your walks on the island, you can also observe a colony of sea lions.
Overnight Comfort Level Cruise Boat
in Javier and San Jose (G4 and G5) Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Santiago and Bartholomew Islands
Visit Santiago Island to see the giant lava formations; enjoy a walk before reaching a white coral sand beach, to see sally lightfoot crabs and sea lions. Hike to the summit of Bartholomew Island before stopping at the beach to snorkel among submerged volcanic rock. Sharks and marine turtles also live here.
Overnight Comfort Level Cruise Boat
in Javier and San Jose (G4 and G5) Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Santa Cruz Island
Arrive on Santa Cruz Island and visit The Charles Darwin Research Station, where you can see adult Galapagos tortoises and young tortoises being raised; they stay here until they are old enough to be released into the wild.
Overnight Comfort Level Cruise Boat
in Javier and San Jose (G4 and G5) Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Rabida Island and Bachas Beach
Morning excursion to the red sand beach and salt water lagoon of Rabida Island, home to wading flamingos and pelicans. You can see the pelicans nesting - watch as the parents return with gullets full of fish for the squawking youngsters. In the afternoon, travel to Bachas Beach to see sea lions and plentiful bird life.
Overnight Comfort Level Cruise Boat
in Javier and San Jose (G4 and G5) Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Floreana Island
Visit northern Floreana Island and take a trail to a lake, which is home to flamingos and other shore birds, and then continue to a white-sand beach, which is an important nesting site for turtles. There's also the opportunity for snorkelling today; the waters are home to a multitude of colourful fish and sea lions.
Overnight Comfort Level Cruise Boat
in Javier and San Jose (G4 and G5) Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Espanola Island
Española, the southernmost island in the Galapagos archipelago, is home to several wildlife species, including masked and blue-footed boobies, sea lions and marine iguanas. The island is also home to large bird colonies, including waved albatrosses; nearly all of the world's population resides here. There's time for walks with a naturalist, swimming and snorkelling today.
Overnight Comfort Level Cruise Boat
in Javier and San Jose (G4 and G5) Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Quito
After a visit to the interpretation centre, fly to Quito for an overnight stay.
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