DARWIN'S ENCHANTED ISLES Exclusive Escape to the Galápagos
Coast to Coast Galapagos
Puerto Ayora Ecuador
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
Seven nights touring the islands aboard a luxury boat
Tour the islands by private boat, living on board with all excursions, equipment, meals and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages included
One night's stay at the Galápagos Safari Camp
One night's stay in Quito, including private airport transfers with a multilingual driver to the exclusive Casa Gangotena; the most luxurious and famous hotel in Quito
Take a full day trip, including lunch at Gangotena and Safari Camp
Guided throughout by a professional, knowledgeable and certified National Park Guide
Take a tour of the Charles Darwin Foundation Research Station; usually closed to the public
All taxes and National Park entry fees included
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT
The Galápagos Islands are probably the most famous wildlife-watching destination in the world. In this once-in-a-lifetime experience, you’ll stay on its three most geographically diverse islands, while your private boat takes you to the best natural spots in the archipelago. Track Darwin’s famous finches, swim with Galápagos penguins, journey through the highlands, and get exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the renowned Charles Darwin Foundation Research Station - not usually open to the general public.
MORE ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE
Best-known as the islands of inspiration for Darwin’s masterpiece, 'The Origin of Species', this remote archipelago features stark volcanic formations, cactus-deserts, lush green highlands and pristine beaches. During this week-long adventure, you’ll stay on the three most geographically diverse islands – San Cristobal, Santa Cruz and Isabela – while your private boat will take your party out to the best natural spots in the archipelago. This tailor-made, exclusively-to-Truly experience, ensures that no highlight of the Galápagos Islands is missed, providing exposure to a whole range and diversity of geography and wildlife around the entirety of the archipelago. For the first time, the Charles Darwin Research Station will open its doors for unique behind-the-scenes access. Your guide will show you areas unavailable to other members of the public, including a private viewing of the natural history collections and specimens. The tour also includes a presentation on the history of the islands, given by one of the Charles Darwin Foundation’s most senior scientists. Most luxury tourism on the Galápagos Islands is by cruise or boat, but you will also have a chance to stay ashore, meeting and interacting with the local communities and gaining a more personal and authentic view of the Islands. You'll enjoy one night's stay in Quito at the exclusive Casa Gangotena; the most luxurious and famous hotel in Quito. Over seven days on your private boat you will be guided on a number of expeditions. While taking in the beauty of the Islands, you will track Darwin’s famous finches, swim with Galápagos penguins and journey through the highlands, identifying a number of species unique to the Galápagos along the way. Nearing the end of your adventure, your boat will transport you back in time to the prehistoric Bartolomé Island. Here you will hike to the summit of a small volcano, passing a variety of parasitic cones. This is followed by snorkelling with sharks, rays and variety of tropical fish in this undisturbed paradise, before toasting the sunset with a complimentary bottle of champagne. This once in a lifetime experience is an epic crossroads of exploration, science, and adventure.
WHERE AND WHEN IT'S AVAILABLE
Puerto Ayora Ecuador
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