In this version of our "A Day Under..." series, your itinerary includes a visit into the underground Tuneles near Bellavista, a stop at a private farm in the highlands and a visit to the remote Playa de Garrapatero, only accessible by private taxi hire. Now that we have that out of the way, here's our … Continue reading A Day Under $100: Isla Santa Cruz – Version C
In this version of our "A Day Under..." series, your itinerary includes a self-paced tour of the Charles Darwin Research Station, animal spotting from the shore and piers near Academy Bay, a snorkel and beach stop with marine iguanas at Playa de la Estacion and a visit with the local (animal) fish purveyors at the … Continue reading A Day Under $75: Isla Santa Cruz – Version B
In this version of our "A Day Under..." guides, you will hike through a forest of towering opuntia cacti perfect for birding, watch marine iguanas enjoy the surf and sand of Playa Brava, snorkel or kayak in Playa Mansa, learn about renewable energy initiatives on the islands at el Centro de Informacion de Energia Renovable … Continue reading A Day Under $75: Isla Santa Cruz – Version A
A Galápagos sea lion blocks the steps to the dry landing on Isla Bartolomé. It is common to find native residents obstructing sidewalks and trails, both in the port towns and at national park visitor sites.
To read more about how to transfer to the city center based upon your arrival airport, check out our Landing in the Galápagos post for more details and specifics. Let's focus on what to expect once you've checked into your land accommodations and are looking to explore the city center. Getting around the City Centers … Continue reading Getting Around the Galápagos Islands
Which island are you flying to? That’s right – there is more than one airport in the Galápagos! In fact, there are three airports open to international travelers, though the Isla Isabela airport is only for inter-island flights and not mainland arrivals. You will be flying to either San Cristobal Island (SCY) airport or to … Continue reading Landing in the Galápagos
…but so are most islands. Remember that you are also not traveling to just any island, but to a set of islands completely isolated the middle of the Pacific Ocean, far from mainland South America. It isn’t exactly easy to get to the Galápagos, so of course everything on the island will have the added … Continue reading Fact or Fiction: The Galápagos are Expensive
So, you want to go to the Galápagos Islands? This locale is on many bucket lists and for a good reason - the islands are a place of wonder even to the well-traveled...but it is notoriously expensive to visit. There are some important reasons that prices tend to be high, but here's the good news … Continue reading Checking the Galápagos Off Your Bucket List
How To Afford Your Bucket List 