Galapagos

A naturalist’s paradise

The Galápagos’ incredible natural diversity is the crucible from which Charles Darwin’s earth-shattering theory of evolution sprang. There are species of bird, animal, and plant life here that you simply won’t find anywhere else. Blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, sea lions, marine iguanas – it’s like a nature documentary you can walk through. Get off the couch and come see it for yourself.

Learn about the islands

What lives where and how to get there? Learn about what makes each island so special, because they are, indeed, all very special.

What can you expect on a Galápagos tour?

Uncommon experiences

The Galápagos is one of those wonderful, singular places that lends itself to truly unique experiences. Drop off some mail at Post Office Bay on Floreana, study tortoises at the Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz, and pass through majestic Kicker Rock off San Cristóbal Island. Best of all: That’s only the beginning.

Snorkelling

In the Galápagos, the fun doesn’t stop once you reach the shore. Getting out to swim and snorkel with the islands’ exotic creatures—including sea turtles, hammerhead sharks and sea lions—is one of the most amazing experiences you can have out here, and we do our best to ensure you spend as much time in the water as you can.

Hiking & Wildlife spotting

Not all of the Galápagos’ natural attractions swim, scuttle and fly. Active volcanoes abound here, and you’ll get the chance to get up-close and personal with one during a hike on Isabela Island’s Sierra Negra volcano crater and trekking across volcanic beaches in search of amazing wildlife such as boobies, cormorants and iguanas.