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Swap beaches for volcanic rims and snorkel with sea lions on this 10-day multi-sport route through the Galapagos. From Kicker Rock dives to a hike along Sierra Negra’s caldera, this trip blends active days with wildlife-rich, regulated access to one of Earth’s most singular ecosystems.
Swap beaches for volcanic rims and snorkel with sea lions on this 10-day multi-sport route through the Galapagos. From Kicker Rock dives to a hike along Sierra Negra’s caldera, this trip blends active days with wildlife-rich, regulated access to one of Earth’s most singular ecosystems.
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Operated by Adventure Journeys · Puerto Ayora, Galápagos Province
When the plane from Quito drops beneath the cloud bank and the first volcanic cones poke through a mirror of blue, you know the rules of this place have changed: the ocean leads and the land follows. On San Cristóbal, sea lions claim the docks and seem to test your curiosity before you even step off the ladder. Over the next ten days you move between islands like a tide—snorkeling beneath lava arches, biking past the Wall of Tears on Isabela, hiking the rim of Sierra Negra and kayaking around Tintoreras where penguins hunt in turquoise channels.
moderate.
10 days.
Participants should have moderate aerobic fitness—able to hike 4–6 hours, snorkel and do multi-hour bike rides on consecutive days.
No—this trip emphasizes snorkeling and surface activities; scuba diving is optional on certain days and requires separate booking and certification.
Domestic flights from Quito use larger aircraft but island hops (Isabela/San Cristóbal) typically limit baggage to about 25 lbs (20 lbs checked + 5 lbs carry-on); overage fees apply locally.
Park entrance fees and the INGALA transit card are typically paid on arrival and may not be included—confirm with the operator before travel.
Sea temperatures range from about 65–85°F depending on season and current; bring a thin wetsuit if you feel the cold at 65–70°F.
The operator notes a moderate fitness requirement; children who can comfortably swim and handle multi-hour active days may join, but check age policies with the supplier.
All visitors undergo biosecurity checks and briefings; follow guide instructions on disinfecting footwear and not bringing outside plants or animal products to protect endemic species.
The islands have been inhabited and used intermittently by whalers and fishermen; Darwin’s 1835 visit and later conservation actions led to the Galapagos National Park (est. 1959) and strict protections.
Travel here supports local conservation through park fees and community-based tourism; expect strict biosecurity measures to limit invasive species and ongoing education from local naturalist guides.
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