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Incredible Wildlife

See giant tortoises, birds and sea lions up close

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Adventure

Go diving, snorkelling or head ashore to hike up volcanoes

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Relaxation

Sunbathe alongside sea lions and iguanas, or relax on board in luxury

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Beautiful Landscape

Lush highlands, pristine beaches, forests and volcanoes

Incredible wildlife, luxury vessels and expert guides

A truly unique wildlife haven, the Galápagos is perhaps the only place in the world where you can see so much nature so close up.

There are 13 ‘proper islands’, only four of which are inhabited, three small islands and hundreds of islets in the archipelago, each with its own distinctive landscape and often its own endemic species. The waters between are bursting with marine life. With so much to discover, one of the best ways to explore the Galápagos is aboard a boat.

Our handpicked luxury vessels range from ultra-private yachts, to spacious catamarans and larger expedition ships. Galápagos cruise itineraries generally range in length from three to seven nights, with longer options for specialist diving trips to the outer lying islands or for those who really want to see it all.

Spend your days hopping between islands, heading ashore to hike up volcanoes, meet giant tortoise and spotting hundreds of birds amid forest of cacti. There’s plenty of beach time, usually shared with playful sea lions and sun bathing marine iguanas, incredible snorkelling and sea kayaking, all with excellent guiding. Return to the boat for freshly prepared cuisine and cocktails as the sun sets.

Highlights

Snorkelling among giant sea turtles and sea lions

Hiking around the Sierra Negra Volcano

Visiting the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre

Kayaking around Divine Bay

Diving with gentle sharks

The Galápagos is any wildlife lover’s paradise. The memories of seeing the curious, fearless animals up close will stay with you forever. The islands are incredibly varied with lush green highlands, beautiful beaches, giant cactus forests and dramatic lava formations. There really is nowhere else like it in the world and a luxury cruise is the best way to take it all in.

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Charles Kronsten

Senior Travel Designer

Luxury cruises in the Galápagos

There are many incredible vessels to stay on in the Galápagos. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

Why book with Jacada?

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Personalised design

We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

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Authentic experiences

Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

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Responsible travel

Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

Ready to plan your adventure?

Whatever you want from your Galápagos tour, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

Where to go

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Galapagos

A truly unique wildlife haven, the Galapagos is perhaps the only place in the world where you can see so much nature so close up.

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Luxury Galapagos Hotels

While the classic way to discover the archipelago is by yacht cruise, land-based explorations of the Galapagos are a relaxing, luxurious and increasingly popular alternative.

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When to visit

Being so close to the equator means temperatures don’t vary much throughout the year, making the Galápagos Islands a great year-round destination.

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Wildlife Activity

All year

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Peak Season

August - October

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Warm/Rainy Season

January - March

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Plan your trip to the Galápagos

Whatever you want from your adventure in the Galápagos, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

Plan with peace of mind

When you book a trip in today’s world there’s a lot to think about. But with the right advice and expert planning, you can do it with confidence.

If you book to travel with us but your plans are impacted by circumstances you can’t control, we’ll change your reservation or cancel your booking for a full credit towards future travel.

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