Galapagos Grown Ups Experience Program

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Quito
Quito
Min Age : 60
Tour Details
Galapagos Grown Ups Experience Program

Galapagos is one of the best preserve natural settings on Earth. The intense experience in a diverse environment can leave impressions that will shape the way your child sees the world and at the same time fascinate parents and grandparents.

You can see closely rare animals, swimming with sea lions and visit the different ecosystems of the archipelago. The place is a real lesson in the most respectful way to interact with the environment.

Departure & Return Location

Mariscal Sucre Airport in Quito (Google Map)

Departure Time

3 Hours Before Flight Time

Price Includes

  • An airport pickup and drop off upon arrival and departure.
  • Full Accommodation in Quito.
  • Logistic Orientation in Quito.
  • Full Accommodation in The Galapagos Islands.
  • Transportation between islands in Galapagos.
  • Excursions and activities in Galapagos.
  • Some meals in Galapagos (ask for description).
  • 24-hour emergency contact number and support.

Price Excludes

  • International flights.
  • Any activities beyond your planned itinerary.
  • Taxi back from the Conservation Station to The Town In Cristobal: $ 20-30 USD or $5 USD shared with other volunteers
  • Taxi $20 USD or Bus $3USD from port in Sta Cruz to airport
  • Extra volunteer work weeks.

Additional Costs

Contact us and one of our travel experts will help you with a full budget description for your Travel Experience
  • National Park Entrance Fee $100.00 USD
  • Ingala Card Fee $20.00 USD TAX
  • Isabela Island $5.00 USD
  • Round Trip Galapagos Flight $560.00 USD (includes 2 transfers to/from airport/hostel for the Domestic Flight)
  • Single Suplement 10 days, 2 Weeks, 3 Weeks TBC
Itinerary

Week 1Week 1 - San Cristobal Island, The town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

– Take a walk along winding paths leading from the Interpretation Center to Playa Punta Carola

Week 2Week 2 - Santa Cruz Island, The town of Puerto Ayora

– Observe giant tortoises in their natural state at Ranch
– Visit the Charles Darwin Station
– Enjoy the pristine white sandy beaches of Tortuga Bay
– Free time for independent exploration and activities

Week 3Week 3 - Isabela Island, The town of Puerto Villamil

– Giant Tortoise Breeding Center
– Boat trip to Las Tintorera Islet to snorkel & hike, observing penguins, iguanas, reef sharks, sea lions and birds.
– Snorkel in “Los Tuneles”

Highlights and Benefits
  • This Galapagos Volunteer work programe offers a way to explore the “true” Galapagos Islands.
  • It includes a unique itinerary with local specialists combining excursions and wildlife interaction with volunteering activities in different islands.
  • With the aim of being socially responsible, this programe circulates it´s revenues within the local community, significantly increasing employment. This is an action rarely seen in traditional cruise companies, who tend to give nothing back to the neighborhoods in which they operate.
  • With the aim of being environmentally responsible, this program maintains a lower environmental impact than traditional cruise tourism. 
  • We provide a detailed scientific briefing. During your orientation in Quito a local scientist will hold a class to provide important information about the problems facing the Galapagos´. You will also be schooled in how beneficial and essential your volunteer work will be to the future of the Islands.
  • We offer great value. A one week traditional cruise excursion in the Galapagos costs around 2500USD. For the same price or less we can give you a true Galapagos Experience, the rewards and memories of which cannot be compared to run-of-the-mill Island boat trips.
Accommodations
Accommodation in Santa Cruz

Hotel in Santa Cruz

Hotel: This newly renovated complex has 19 rooms complete with wireless internet, hot water, air conditioning and flat screen TVs in selected rooms. Enjoy the brand new swimming pool, the common dining area, and the spectacular terrace view of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Cruz Fish Markets. 

The dedicated staff take pride in offering outstanding personalized service for every guest. Each morning a continental breakfast can be savored in the dining area near the pool. The quality service provided and array of amenities offered allow for a truly relaxing escape, in one of the last natural paradises on earth. 

Hostel in Santa Cruz

Hostel: This basic but well equiped Hostel offers you some amenities that will make you feel comfortable.

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioner
  • Hot Water
  • Touristic Information

We use 3 different hostels depending on availability but all of them are well located, clean and comfortable.

Accommodation in San Cristobal

Housing at the project at San Cristobal Island

The station at the San Cristobal project is comprised of houses constructed from native bamboo and cement. Each house contains 11 rooms and common areas for rest and relaxation. The dining and kitchen areas are separate from the main houses. 

The accommodations are rustic, with space for groups of up to 45 people. Researchers can obtain necessary permits with assistance from the foundation. The reserve has electricity, but there is no internet or telephone access.

Accommodation in Isabela

Hostel in Isabela

On Isabela Island participants will be accommodated in a nice hostel, in double and triple rooms. It is located just one minute away from the beautiful beach of Puerto Villamil.

The hostel has hot water, electricity, a spacious dining room and common areas to relax and socialize with other volunteers. 

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