Island-hop the Galápagos from Quito with speedboat transfers, a simple stay on remote Floreana, and guided walks and hikes amid remarkable wildlife and volcanic landscapes.
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz Island.
  • Swim in the turquoise pools of Las Grietas.
  • Snorkel off the black-sand beach at Loberia, Floreana.
  • Hike the rim of Sierra Negra’s vast volcanic caldera.
  • Observe pink flamingos at Isabela’s Flamingo Lagoon.
  • Visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre on Isabela Island.
  • Walk to Tortuga Bay’s white sands and mangrove-fringed waters.
  • Explore Floreana’s secluded highlands for birdlife and island history.
Expect straightforward stays in the Galápagos, where occasional hot water shortages and power outages can occur. On remote Floreana Island, accommodations are at a simple lodge with modest services and amenities, offering a more basic experience that’s balanced by the island’s unique, less-visited setting.