Galapagos - In Darwin’s Footsteps

Exchange a curious glance with a blue-footed boobie, admire stunning tri-colored marine iguanas, and watch the ever-playful sea lions frolic in the surf. The nonpreditorial environment of Darwin’s Galapagos has created a nonthreatening, relaxed and magical connection with wildlife unlike any other on earth.

Our 8-day Galapagos adventure starts and finishes in the colonial capital of Quito, nestled in the Andes. The short flight to Baltra via Guayaquil delivers us to our comfortable yacht, the Coral I or Coral II. Watch for dolphins riding the bow like oceanic messengers taking us to our next equatorial volcanic island, each with its unique endemic species perfectly adapted to its environment. Pink flamingos, Galapagos penguins, giant tortoises and a myriad of birdlife, including the fish-stealing frigate and the enormous albatross, are just some of the wildlife we encounter during our naturalist guided adventure.

Cool off with a refreshing ocean dip, or snorkel with stingrays and view the fantastic underwater world of sea turtles, dolphins, fluorescent tropical fish and colorful coral gardens, before departing for your next evolutionary marvel.

Please note: Boat itinerary subject to change.

Important Note: Few Galapagos journeys include the seldom-visited western islands. ElderTreks’ Galapagos adventure does include this hard-to-get-to region, making our trip unique and remote, and providing a Darwinian experience second-to-none.