Galápagos Island Hopping Classic 9 days

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Galápagos Island Hopping Classic 9 days - G Adventures

29.03.2026

€2.969,00

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Overview

This trip is ideal for all those who not only want to see the Galápagos Islands, but really want to experience them actively. Instead of travelling from island to island on a ship, you will discover the Galápagos in an intensive and varied way while island hopping. You can expect unique animal encounters, impressive volcanic landscapes, crystal-clear water, small harbour towns and authentic insights into life on the islands.

From Santa Cruz via Floreana to Isabela, you will experience a new side of this extraordinary archipelago every day. Giant tortoises, marine iguanas, sea lions, volcanic craters, snorkelling spots and beautiful bays make this trip a real adventure. At the same time, you spend the night on land, are close to the island communities and experience the Galápagos much more personally than on a classic cruise. A perfect tour for anyone who wants to experience nature, activity and wildlife in a small group.

*Travel health insurance is mandatory for this tour. We will be happy to help you take out this insurance.

Duration of the trip: 9 days / 8 nights

Begins: Quito

Ends: Quito

Transport: aeroplane, speedboat, minibus, pick-up, local bus, panga

Accommodation: 6x hotel, 2x local guesthouse

Meals: 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners

Group size: max. 16, on average 12 people

Age range: 12 - 99 years (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)

Duration

9 days

Tour Type

International Group Tour

Languages

English

Group Size

16 people

Included/Excluded

2 included flights
Flight from Quito to the Galápagos Islands
Return flight from the Galápagos to Quito
all transport between the islands according to the itinerary
all transfers to included activities
Visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station
Visit to the Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre
Excursion to Las Grietas
Stay in a community-based guesthouse on Floreana
Visit to the Floreana Highlands
Hike along the Sierra Negra volcano
Visit to the breeding centre for giant tortoises on Isabela
Visit to Tortuga Bay
8x breakfast, 1x lunch and 2x dinner

International flights
Travel insurance
Visa (if necessary)
some meals

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Tour PDF

Included/Excluded

2 included flights
Flight from Quito to the Galápagos Islands
Return flight from the Galápagos to Quito
all transport between the islands according to the itinerary
all transfers to included activities
Visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station
Visit to the Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre
Excursion to Las Grietas
Stay in a community-based guesthouse on Floreana
Visit to the Floreana Highlands
Hike along the Sierra Negra volcano
Visit to the breeding centre for giant tortoises on Isabela
Visit to Tortuga Bay
8x breakfast, 1x lunch and 2x dinner

International flights
Travel insurance
Visa (if necessary)
some meals

Tour Itinerary

Quito

Arrival in Quito. Today you can settle in and get in the mood for your adventure. In the evening, you'll meet your group and guide at the Welcome Meeting and receive all the important information for your trip.

Hotel Eugenia (or similar)

Quito to Santa Cruz

Today you fly to the Galápagos Islands. After arriving on Baltra, you will continue to Santa Cruz, where you will visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre. Here you will learn more about the protection of the unique wildlife of the Galápagos and see giant tortoises up close.

Hotel: Hotel Dejavu (or similar)

Santa Cruz → Floreana

In the morning, you will visit Las Grietas, a spectacular crevice with turquoise water that is perfect for swimming and snorkelling. You will then continue by speedboat to Floreana, where you will spend the night in community-based accommodation and gain an authentic insight into life on one of the most remote Galápagos islands.

Hotel: G-Supported Floreana Community Guesthouse (or similar)

Floreana Island

Today you will discover Floreana in more detail. You will explore the highlands of the island and learn more about the nature, history and special life on Floreana. This day gives you the opportunity to get to know a quieter and more unspoilt side of the Galápagos.

Hotel: G-Supported Floreana Community Guesthouse (or similar)

Floreana → Isabela

You travel on to Isabela by speedboat. A real highlight awaits you there: the hike along the Sierra Negra volcano. The landscape here seems almost unreal and shows you the volcanic power that has shaped the Galápagos Islands.

Hotel: Hotel Iguana (or similar)

Isabela

Today you have free time on Isabela to take in the island at your leisure. You will also visit the breeding centre for giant tortoises, where you will learn more about the conservation projects and the development of these fascinating animals.

Hotel: Hotel Iguana (or similar)

Isabela to Santa Cruz

You travel back to Santa Cruz. There you will visit Tortuga Bay, one of the most beautiful beaches on the Galápagos Islands. The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy Puerto Ayora at your leisure.

Hotel: Hotel Dejavu (or similar)

Santa Cruz to Quito

Today you leave the Galápagos Islands and fly back to Quito. On arrival, you can relax and enjoy your last evening.

Hotel Eugenia (or similar)

Quito

Your journey ends today. Depending on the time of your flight, you can start your journey home or extend your stay in Quito individually. We say: See you soon! :)

Tour Highlights

Island hopping instead of a classic cruise
Experience giant tortoises and other endemic species up close
Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz
Swimming and snorkelling at Las Grietas
Authentic community stay on Floreana
Exciting insights into the history and nature of Floreana
Hike along the impressive Sierra Negra volcano
Isabela Island with volcanic landscapes and wildlife
Tortuga Bay with a fantastic beach and crystal-clear water
Perfect mix of nature, activity and relaxed island feeling

Frequently Asked Questions

In addition to the many activities already included, you can also book optional activities. This allows you to customise and optimise the tour according to your wishes. You can find all available extras in the "Tour PDF". When making your booking or enquiry, please write in the notes which extras you would like to add. Depending on availability, you can also do this after you have finalised your booking. Your triplanet team will also be happy to help you. :)

Yes, many of our participants are travelling alone. When you join our trip, you immediately become part of a group and have the opportunity to meet other adventurers. It's a fantastic opportunity to make new friends and share unforgettable experiences together!

You can secure your tour with a deposit of 200 EUR. The balance is not due until 45 days before the start of the tour. However, if you book within 45 days of the tour start date, the full tour price is payable immediately. This means you can plan your trip flexibly and look forward to your adventure!

If you make an enquiry, we will then contact you by phone to discuss all the details for preparing the offer. For example, we will clarify whether you need a flight offer and discuss all the important travel topics with you. You will then receive a personalised offer from your travel consultant by email. This ensures that all your wishes are taken into account and that you are well informed.

After your booking, you will receive a tour confirmation and your flight documents if you have booked the flight through us. You will be given access to a packing list and to online groups where you can exchange ideas with other participants. Your tour guide will contact you around 2-4 weeks before the start of the tour and provide you with final details about your journey and the start of the tour. This way you are well prepared and can network with your fellow travellers in advance.

As the group participants are travelling from many different countries, the flights to and from the tour are booked individually and are not included in the tour price. We will be happy to create and send you a suitable flight offer. Simply make a non-binding enquiry or let us know in the notes when booking and we will send you a flight offer once your booking has been finalised. This way you can ensure that you get the best possible flight for your needs and that your journey goes smoothly.

Where should I fly to:
Quito Airport

Latest arrival time:
Anytime on Day 1.

Airport transfer:
Can be booked as an optional add-on. Please feel free to contact your team at triplanet.

Your triplanet team will also be happy to put together a suitable flight offer for you.

Where should I take off:
Quito Airport

Latest departure time:
Any time on the last day of the tour.

Airport transfer:
Gladly arranged by your guide.

Your triplanet team will also be happy to put together a suitable flight offer for you.

Your group leader will contact you about a week before your trip. In this message, they will introduce themselves and confirm your meeting point or flight details. They will also provide you with all the important information and final details about your trip. This early contact will help you to clarify any unanswered questions and prepare you for the adventures ahead. On the first day of the tour, you will then meet your group leader in person and be given an overview of the itinerary. So you can start your trip relaxed and well informed.

Yes, we can arrange this for you. An extra night in a single room costs XXXX EUR. This way you can start your journey relaxed and feel comfortable from the very beginning. You can also get to know other travellers beforehand.

Yes, this is possible. Please make an enquiry and indicate in the notes that you would like a single room. We will then check availability and let you know the exact price.

Otherwise, you may share a room with another participant. Some rooms may be triple rooms and in rare cases quadruple rooms. You can find more information about the accommodation in the tour PDF.

Care is taken to ensure that, if possible, you are allocated to a room with a person of the same sex.

Our tour participants come from all over the world! On our trips, you will meet adventurers from different countries and cultures, which makes every tour a unique and enriching experience. This diversity makes for exciting conversations and new friendships that last beyond the trip.

As a rule, 20-30% of participants come from German-speaking countries. Other frequent countries of origin are the Netherlands, Italy, Sweden, the UK, Australia, Brazil and Japan.

Yes, you can get in touch with other participants before the trip via various online platforms. You will be given access to these platforms after your booking or around 4 weeks before the start of the tour. This allows you to exchange ideas in advance and maybe even find travel partners for the journey!

You will receive a packing checklist in your pre-travel pack before the start of your tour to help you be well prepared. This list contains recommendations for the most important items of clothing, personal items and useful equipment that you will need for your trip.

The packing checklist contains many more tips to ensure that you don't forget anything important and can enjoy your trip to the full.

Yes, the tour offers a good mix of included activities and free time. You have the option of doing something either with the other participants or on your own. The guide always has great tips for your free time. If you don't want to take part in an activity, that's no problem. Just let the guide know. This way, you can organise your trip entirely according to your wishes.

Don't worry if your English is not perfect. The tour guides are used to working with participants whose native language is not English and will adapt accordingly. There are also often many participants from German-speaking countries, which can make communication easier.

You can find more useful information on this topic in our BLOG.

You have various options for the meals that are not included. You can join the group and go out to eat together. The guide always has excellent tips for restaurants that offer good value for money. Of course, you are also free to go out to eat on your own or with other participants. There are numerous inexpensive and good options on site to cater for you. This gives you the flexibility to organise your meals according to your own wishes and needs.

Yes, that's no problem. You will be asked about your dietary requirements during the booking process. We can cater for various dietary requirements such as vegetarian, vegan, lactose-free and much more. Our guides are also trained to look out for allergies and take appropriate precautions. So you can enjoy your trip worry-free!

Citizens of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland do not require a visa for entry if the purpose of travel is for leisure or transit, provided the stay does not exceed 90 days. Tourists are not permitted to engage in paid employment.

Nationals of other countries should contact the relevant ministry or the Philippine embassy in their home country for information on specific visa requirements.
Entry requirements are subject to change. Please check the current regulations under the following links or with your respective ministry before travelling:

German citizenship

Austrian citizenship

Swiss nationality

Yes, most accommodation offers fast Wi-Fi access. You can also buy a SIM card or eSIM to stay connected while travelling.

If you would like to secure eSIM access before you start your journey, you will find a link to our partner airalo under the link HERE.

So you're always online and can share your experiences!

12-99 years. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Travel health insurance is compulsory on this tour to protect you. This can already be taken out at a reasonable price. We also recommend taking out travel cancellation, trip interruption and baggage insurance. These insurances offer you comprehensive protection and security during your trip.

You can conveniently calculate and take out these insurance policies online via our partners. You will find the corresponding link HERE.

We recommend a budget of around €30-60 per day for this tour, depending on your personal expenses. Additional costs may include some meals, drinks, souvenirs and other personal expenses. It's always a good idea to plan a little extra to stay flexible and cover unexpected expenses.

It is best to take a Visa or MasterCard debit or credit card with you. A “normal” debit card will also work at most ATMs. There are many ATMs on site where you can withdraw cash. We also recommend taking a small cash reserve with you and exchanging it locally. We advise against exchanging into the local currency in advance or at the airport, as this is usually associated with higher fees. Your guide will be happy to give you tips on the best places to withdraw or exchange money.

For cash withdrawals abroad, we recommend a DKB debit or credit card. You can find a link and more information HERE.

We recommend travelling with a rucksack and packing light! 10-20kg should be enough. It's usually quite hot and it's no fun lugging around a huge suitcase. You can do your laundry or have it done for little money in most accommodation.
However, if you prefer a suitcase, that's no problem. You are also welcome to travel with a trolley or suitcase. The important thing is that you feel comfortable and can transport your luggage easily.

If you are still looking for suitable backpacks, you will find HERE our recommendations.

There are no compulsory vaccinations for this trip. However, we would like to point out that we are not allowed to make any vaccination recommendations. It is important that you speak to a doctor to find out which vaccinations are recommended in your particular case. Your doctor can give you the best advice to ensure that you are healthy and safe when travelling.

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Yes, together with the invoice you will receive a security certificate for your trip. This security certificate guarantees that the money you have paid is secured in the event of triplanet's insolvency. So you can book worry-free and look forward to your adventure.

Inquiry

Language

English

Countries

Ecuador

Operator

G Adventures

Tour duration

10 days & shorter