Family Land Galapagos 8 Days
Family Land Galapagos 8 Days
PLEASE NOTE: This itinerary has been designed as a family adventure for groups travelling with children between the ages of 6 and 17. As such, there must be at least 1 child in your group who fits in to this age category. Should there be no children in your party we will be happy to suggest a similar trip more suited to adult groups.
The ideal introduction to Galapagos for all the family, this thrilling itinerary offers up multiple adventures based in and around the enchanting wildlife-rich islands of San Cristóbal and Santa Cruz. Experience unforgettable encounters with the Galapagos Islands’ famous wildlife whilst enjoying snorkelling and kayaking excursions, adventurous hikes and walks, swimming in the sparkling Galapagos seas, a visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station and an unforgettable excursion to see giant tortoises in the wild. With good standard accommodation throughout, a brief stay in Quito before and after your trip, and a program designed for children and adults alike, this is the perfect itinerary for the whole family to enjoy the wonders of Ecuador and its remarkable Galapagos Islands.

Toni Hart
Namibia Birding and Photography Guide
An accomplished and experienced Namibia birding and photographic guide, Toni holds a Namibia Academy for Tourism and Hospitality Level 3 qualification (the highest level attainable in Namibia) and is widely renowned for her extensive knowledge of the cultures, ornithology, flora, astronomy and wildlife of the country. Read more >
Andy Pollard
Wildlife Guide & Photographer
Andy is a 6th generation Falkland Islander, with a passion for wildlife, plants and photography. Raised in the Falkland Islands, Andy developed a close affinity with the Islands natural environment at a young age. School holidays where spent in the ‘camp’ or countryside with friends and family. For more than 10 years, Andy had the privilege of spending a time on Sea Lion Island, visiting his mother who managed one of the Islands premier tourist destinations. Read more >
Chris Coe
Photographer and founder of the Travel Photographer Of The Year awards
A fascination with natural light and a passion with nature, landscape and travel underpin Chris Coe's photography. His images often have a striking simplicity and graphic quality. More recent work has introduced a subtlety with experimentation with both movement and light.Read more >
Jenny Luxton
Falklands Expert & Guide
Born in Chartres in the West Falklands, Jenny grew up on the family farm where her love for animals was nurtured by the25,000 sheep, horses and cows that lived alongside her. Forever a nature, conservation and wildlife enthusiast Jenny has travelled extensively throughout the Falkland Islands, visiting each and every wildlife island at least once, and even travelling around some by yacht. Read more >
Doug Allan
Special Guest Lecturer
Exclusive to this voyage, Doug Allan, a multi award winning polar photographer and cameraman, will be your special guest lecturer. Doug has been on over 20 expeditions to Svalbard to film its wildlife, and knows the wonders of this area more than most. Read more >Highlights
- The perfect Galapagos itinerary for the whole family
- Experience the islands’ famous wildlife in abundance, including giant tortoises in the wild
- Enjoy adventures including snorkelling, kayaking, swimming and hiking
- Take a visit to the Charles Darwin Research Centre
- Learn all about the islands’ geology, wildlife and history
- Stay in the historic city of Quito before and after your trip
What's Included
- 7 nights in high standard accommodation with all breakfasts and two lunches included
- Internal flights from Quito to Galapagos and return
- All transport between destinations and included activities
- Snorkelling and swimming trips to Isla Lobos and Lobería
- Kayaking excursion in Tortuga Bay
- Giant tortoises in the wild excursion
- Visits to the Charles Darwin Research Station & a Wildlife Interpretation Centre
- Certified naturalist guide while in the Galápagos Islands

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Speak to someone who’s been to Ecuador, Galapagos. Start planning your tailor-made trip by calling one of our friendly destination specialists on 0800 195 3385 or 44 1625 581143 for outside the UK.
ITINERARY
7 Nights 8 DaysItinerary Summary
- Day 1 | Quito
- Day 2 | Fly to The Galapagos
- Day 3 | San Cristóbal - Isla Lobos Snorkelling
- Day 4 | Santa Cruz Island - Giant Tortoise Excursion
- Days 5 - 6 | Santa Cruz - Kayaking & Boat Tour
- Days 7 - 8 | Back to Quito
Quito
Fly to The Galapagos
San Cristóbal - Isla Lobos Snorkelling
Santa Cruz Island - Giant Tortoise Excursion
Santa Cruz - Kayaking & Boat Tour
Back to Quito
What Our Customers
Say...
• Although we thoroughly enjoyed the Galapagos it was mainland Ecuador which really took us by surprise with such a diversity of landscape and wildlife and incredible hospitality everywhere we went. Our local guides were so knowledgeable and helpful and our driver Manuel had a terrific sense of humour. We had some fantastic birding at both Mashpi, Le Selva and of course our day trip to Paz de Las Aves Reserve where we were lucky enough to see both the ‘Cock of the Rock’ and the giant antipitta. The devil nose train journey was as thrilling as we hoped and we even got lucky with Cotopaxi and got some lovely clear photos so all in all couldn't ask for more.
• This was an excellent trip from start to finish. Bellavista Lodge was a particular favourite of ours, so tranquil and a superb base to watch birds and wildlife while experiencing real Ecuadorian hospitality. Our guide, really knew his stuff and was so passionate about his job ,in fact all the local guides were excellent. I have to say a special word about Juan, our driver, who was so charming and funny, he really added to the overall enjoyment of the trip. The number and variety of birds we saw was amazing and I would have no hesitation in recommending Ecuador to other keen bird watchers.
Fantastic holiday with more wildlife than I was expecting. The Napo Wildlife Centre was wonderful, we were looked after with such care and attention and our guides’ knowledge of the areas’ and flora and fauna was outstanding, what they didn’t know probably wasn’t worth knowing. The food was so varied and they coped amazingly with my food intolerances, better than most European restaurants!!! Waking up to the sound of the howler monkeys will always live with me as will seeing my first Kinkajou, something I’ve wanted to see for a long time. Thank you for an amazing two weeks.
We had an amazing time in the Galapagos, thank you.We really enjoyed ourselves and will certainly come back to you next year.
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