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    Incredible wildlife, luxury vessels and expert guides

    A truly unique wildlife haven, the Galápagos is perhaps the only place in the world where you can see so much nature so close up.

    There are 13 ‘proper islands’, only four of which are inhabited, three small islands and hundreds of islets in the archipelago, each with its own distinctive landscape and often its own endemic species. The waters between are bursting with marine life. With so much to discover, one of the best ways to explore the Galápagos is aboard a boat.

    Our handpicked luxury vessels range from ultra-private yachts, to spacious catamarans and larger expedition ships. Galápagos cruise itineraries generally range in length from three to seven nights, with longer options for specialist diving trips to the outer lying islands or for those who really want to see it all.

    Spend your days hopping between islands, heading ashore to hike up volcanoes, meet giant tortoise and spotting hundreds of birds amid forest of cacti. There’s plenty of beach time, usually shared with playful sea lions and sun bathing marine iguanas, incredible snorkelling and sea kayaking, all with excellent guiding. Return to the boat for freshly prepared cuisine and cocktails as the sun sets.

    From our experts

    Experiences picked by our destination specialists

    See the islands' remarkable wildlife

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    Snorkel among giant sea turtles and sea lions in one of the largest marine reserves in the world

    Set off on a volcano hike

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    Hike around the Sierra Negra Volcano, one of the world’s most active

    Meet giant tortoises

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    Visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre to see the Galápagos’ most famous residents

    Take to the water

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    Kayak around Divine Bay then return to the boat for cocktails as the sun sets

    Enjoy excellent birding

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    Spot Darwin’s finches and many other endemic species

    A word from one of our experts

    The Galápagos is any wildlife lover’s paradise. The memories of seeing the curious, fearless animals up close will stay with you forever. The islands are incredibly varied with lush green highlands, beautiful beaches, giant cactus forests and dramatic lava formations. There really is nowhere else like it in the world and a luxury cruise is the best way to take it all in.

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    Charles Kronsten

    Senior Travel Designer

    Luxury cruises in the Galápagos

    There are many incredible vessels to stay on in the Galápagos. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

    Why book with Jacada?

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

    Trip Inspiration

    Get inspired with our Galápagos example trips and then get in touch to plan your own adventure

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    Ready to plan your adventure?

    Whatever you want from your Galápagos tour, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

    Where to go

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    Galapagos

    A truly unique wildlife haven, the Galapagos is perhaps the only place in the world where you can see so much nature so close up.

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    Luxury Galapagos Hotels

    While the classic way to discover the archipelago is by yacht cruise, land-based explorations of the Galapagos are a relaxing, luxurious and increasingly popular alternative.

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    When to visit

    Being so close to the equator means temperatures don’t vary much throughout the year, making the Galápagos Islands a great year-round destination.

    Wildlife Activity

    All year

    Peak Season

    August - October

    Warm/Rainy Season

    January - March

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    Plan your trip to the Galápagos

    Whatever you want from your adventure in the Galápagos, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

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    Your trip, your story

    We craft trips deeply personal, delightfully surprising and entirely one of a kind. Every Jacada journey begins in conversation with a travel designer, a specialist in their destination of expertise. Behind each journey is a wealth of insight, gathered over years of on-the-ground exploration.

    Once you’re booked, you’ll meet your concierge. Based in the region you’re visiting, they’ll take care of all the details so your mind is at rest. They make the trip truly special – and truly yours.

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