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Peru and Ecuador share a large stretch of the coastline of South America and the Galapagos Islands are owned by Ecuador. Because of their remote location far out in the Pacific Ocean, the islands have a unique ecosystem and the flora and fauna here have barely evolved. Wildlife lover or not, for many the Galapagos Islands adventure tour is the trip of a lifetime.

Getting so close to the unique and, sometimes bizarre wildlife of the islands and being able to sit beside the animals without them shying away is an awe-inspiring experience. The Galapagos National Park lies about 1000km west of mainland Ecuador and the islands were discovered by Charles Darwin in 1835. The cost of the park admission and boat cruise are kept high as a way to limit the number of visitors and protect the fragile ecosystem. A trip to the Galapagos is not likely to be cheap.

There are daily flights from Lima to Quito and Guayacuil, the departure point for our Galapagos tours. We’ll help you find the best option to fit into your Peru and Bolivia itinerary. Check out our Peru holidays for more inspiration.

Prices below are based on two people travelling and exclude international flights. Prices for departures beyond this date and for international flights are available on request. For departures during peak seasons (e.g. summer holidays, Christmas and New Year) supplements may apply.

Galapagos: Once in a lifetime

Duration:	5 days / 4 nights
Price:	From £ per person
Departure:	Daily; subject to availability
Route:	For example: Santa Cruz - Floreana - Santa Cruz

The Galapagos Islands, a magical destination with the most unique flora and fauna in the world; giant tortoises, iguanas and funny looking birds with bright blue feet. The animals here have lived undisturbed for centuries so they’re not (yet) fearful of humans and won’t shy away. Being able to sit so close to them and almost touch them is indescribable. On this Galapagos tour, you’ll go on a boat trip as part of a small international group; it feels like you’re part of an adventurous wildlife expedition. Walk among the giant turtles on Santa Cruz, snorkel among the sea lions and spot your first “blue footed booby” on Santa Fe. Truly, a once in a lifetime experience. Click here for a more detailed description of this Galapagos Islands adventure.

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Galapagos island hopping

Duration:	5 days / 4 nights
Price:	£ per person
Departure:	Daily; subject to availability
Route:	Santa Cruz - Floreana - Isabella - Santa Cruz

On this Galapagos tour, you'll be Island hopping with a difference. Rather than sleeping out at sea on your boat, in the evening you’ll step ashore and spend the night in a comfortable lodge on the beach. You’ll see the same animals as on the boat cruise and, then, in the evening, you’ll be free to do as you please. You can try one of the fish restaurants in the harbour, enjoy a fantastic sunset with the chirping frigates on the horizon and watch you don’t trip over a dozing sea lion as you stroll along the shore. For now, enjoy being part of island life on one of the most remarkable islands in the world. Click here for a detailed description of this Galapagos Islands tour module.

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