Independent Galapagos at the Finch Bay Resort

Countries Visited:

Ecuador,

Duration:

8 days

Travel Period:

August 2026 - March 2028

Overview

8-Day Package from Quito to Guayaquil
How deep is your love of adventure? Is it deep enough to follow the course of Charles Darwin to discover your own love affair with the wildlife paradise of the Galápagos Islands? If so, this Globus Independent tour in Ecuador is pointing you in the right direction. Begin by exploring the historic heart of Quito and depart for parts unknown where blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, and diving iguanas of the Galápagos give new meaning to mind-blowing discoveries. You’ll stay at the award-winning Finch Bay Eco Hotel on Santa Cruz Island in the Galápagos, offering a private, seaside location to kayak, snorkel, bike, and take boat excursions to the various Galápagos Islands with expert Naturalists. Sail upon pristine waters to discover the perfectly evolved creatures who thrive on this volcanic archipelago. Stroll the sand where sea lions bask and albatross brace against the updrafts above the cliffs. Sail, snorkel, and simply stay in a state of astonishment through the sanctuaries of spectacular species on North Seymour, and South Plaza Island, and Santa Cruz Islands. Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station where conservationists work to protect the gentle giants for which the islands are named. Treat yourself to a tour that is exclusively yours with free time, me time, and optional adventures that speak to your independent spirit!
All This. Included
Special features included in this tour:

Private guided sightseeing of Quito’s colonial landmarks, including Independence Square and the Basilica
Island excursion to North Seymour to see blue-footed boobies, sea lions, and frigatebirds
Visit to the highlands of Santa Cruz for the Giant Tortoise Reserve and local coffee, sugar cane, and cocoa farm for lunch
Snorkeling opportunity at Punta Carrión and guided walk on South Plaza Island
Excursion to Divine Bay with kayaking or boating to view sea turtles, rays, and reef sharks
Visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station for insights into tortoise conservation
Roundtrip internal flights between mainland Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands

Notes:

Transportation is as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary and includes private airport transfers to/from intra-vacation flights. Internal flights to/from the Galápagos and the Ecuadorian Amazon are included. Local Guide service is provided in Quito. A Naturalist in the Galápagos & the Amazon is also provided.
On the Galapagos Islands, we use a small vessel (20 guests) that has 3 crew members, emergency washrooms, and a snack bar. The excursions are day cruises with landings on the islands, some of which are wet landings. Departure times vary depending on islands visited. At times we may visit one island, with varying/multiple landing locations on the same island. These sailings are subject to change and are weather related depending on the island visited. Sailings are approximately 5 to 6 hours per day, which includes landings and sightseeing.
Maximum elevation on tour is 9,350 ft.

The details

What's included

Buffet breakfast daily; 4 lunches; 4 three-course dinners

Start:Quito, Ecuador
Finish:Guayaquil, Ecuador

Type:Group tour (max 44)

Tripcode:

ISQ1

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Day 3 - QUITO–BALTRA–NORTH SEYMOUR–SANTA CRUZ

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Day 4 - SANTA CRUZ. EXCURSION TO THE HIGHLANDS

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Day 6 - SANTA CRUZ. EXCURSION TO DIVINE BAY

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Independent Galapagos at the Finch Bay Resort

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Day 3 - QUITO–BALTRA–NORTH SEYMOUR–SANTA CRUZ

Day 4 - SANTA CRUZ. EXCURSION TO THE HIGHLANDS

Day 6 - SANTA CRUZ. EXCURSION TO DIVINE BAY

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