Galápagos Islands Adventure Tours made for you
Marine reserve
Snorkel in pristine waters teeming with marine life
Land-based exploration
Stay in lavish lodges and safari style camps
Galápagos volcanoes
Hike up to the craters of dormant volcanoes
On the water
Cruise between islands on a luxury yacht
Action-packed Galápagos Islands adventure tours on land and sea
Located 600 miles (1,000km) off the coast of Ecuador, the isolated island ecosystem of the Galápagos archiepelego has shaped our understanding of evolution. Much of the islands’ wildlife is endemic – found nowhere else in the world – and unafraid of people. Sea lions swim close by when you’re snorkelling, blue-footed boobies perform elaborate mating dances while you observe and giant tortoises will often lumber right by when you’re hiking in the Santa Cruz highlands.
An unforgettable adventure destination, the Galápagos Islands can be explored on land-based excursions or by cruise (or we can arrange a personalised trip that combines each of them). Land-based stays in lodges and safari-style camps offer the flexibility to explore at your own pace – a great option for families or visitors who want to plan something a little more bespoke – while luxury Galápagos cruises mean that you can visit more islands, hopping aboard zodiac boats to remote shorelines and hidden coves where iguanas bask on the black volcanic rocks.
However you explore, your adventure tour respects the fragile environment of one of the largest marine protected areas in the world, and you will be accompanied by an expert naturalist who will deepen your appreciation of the conservation efforts that keep the Galápagos pristine. Get in touch with our Latin America travel designers for a tailor-made tour of this true adventure destination.
Highlights
Enjoy diving and snorkelling with whale sharks, turtles and marine iguanas
Hop between islands aboard a luxury yacht on a multi-night Galápagos cruise
Bookend your cruise with a few land-based days staying in a positive impact hotel
Head out to Los Humedales, to walk through all four species of mangroves that exist in the Galápagos
Spot blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigate birds on a trip to North Seymour Island
It’s impossible not to be captivated by the Galápagos Islands and the extraordinary wildlife that thrives here. This volcanic archipelago is renowned for its conservation efforts, and it’s the perfect destination for luxury live-aboard cruises and low-impact land activities like hiking, biking and snorkelling.
Dan Scott-Kerr
Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation in the Galápagos Islands
Why book with Jacada?
Personalised design
We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.
Authentic experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.
Responsible travel
Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.
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Where to go for Galápagos adventures
Galapagos - Cruises
The best way to see as many islands and as much marine life as possible is to hop aboard a luxury Galápagos cruise. Staying on a luxury yacht means you can cruise between islands, snorkel in the waters and land on remote islands for nature walks and hiking.
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Luxury Galapagos Hotels
Flexible, land-based Galápagos explorations offer a wonderful alternative to traditional cruises. Lavish lodges, concerned with sustainability and conservation, work perfectly as a standalone wildlife adventure or in combination with a cruise itinerary.
Discover moreWhen to visit the Galápagos Islands
The Galápagos offers exceptional wildlife viewing year-round – temperatures don’t fluctuate dramatically as the archipelago is on the equator, and the seasons are warm and wet (December to April) and cool and dry (May to November). Peak season tends to coincide with school holidays.
Between December and April the calm seas are ideal for cruising and snorkelling – this is also the nesting (and turtle hatching) season. May to November features cooler, windier conditions with nutrient-rich currents attracting whales and dolphins.
Bird watching
April–June
Snorkelling
December–April
Turtle hatching
April
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Plan your trip to The Galápagos Islands
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