Galapagos Island Kayak Tour
On the Galápagos kayaking tour, you’ll explore the world that Charles Darwin visited in 1835 aboard an expedition vessel. Unique wildlife with no fear of humans abound in this sanctuary.
11 days
Departure Dates:
2011: November 18; December 16, 30
2012: January 13; February 10, March 9; April 6, 20; May 18; June 29; July 13; August 10, 24; November 16; December 28
Galápagos Sea Kayaking in the Enchanted Islands – Overview
Experiencing the natural wonder of the Galápagos archipelago, with its rich marine life and exotic flora and fauna, on our Galápagos sea kayaking trip is the ultimate way to go. With a maximum group size of 12 adventurers, it’s a more intimate and unique way to experience the Galápagos—without the big tour groups. Every day we explore different islands, on foot and by sea kayak, with daily opportunities for snorkeling and beachcombing. In the late afternoons our catamaran delivers us from one island to another spectacularly beautiful Galápagos habitat to explore. With a professional sea kayaking guide and an on-board naturalist, we perfect our paddle strokes and get the most out of these amazing islands, all the while learning about the natural history and unimaginably abundant wildlife.
Galápagos Sea Kayaking : Itinerary at a Glance
- Arrive Quito, Ecuador and explore Ecuador’s vibrant capital and the magnificent Old Town
- Fly to the Island of Baltra where we meet our naturalist guides and board the S/V Nemo II, our first-class sailing catamaran and floating home
- Visit Las Bachas on Isla Santa Cruz, a prominent egg-laying site for the Pacific Green Sea Turtle
- Visit the Darwin Research Station and the giant Galápagos tortoises before stopping in town for souvenir shopping
- Explore vast colonies of sea lions as well as Blue-footed Boobies, pelicans, egrets and Marine Iguanas at Cerro Brujo
- Sea kayak to Kicker Rock and snorkel with gentle reef sharks
- Head west to Isla Lobos and swim with sea lions while Frigatebirds soar overhead
- Hike to the headlands of Espanola—home to Hood Mockingbirds, Blue-footed and Masked boobies, Magnificent Frigatebirds,Galapagos Hawks and the world’s main nesting site for the Waved Albatross
- Glide into Gardner Bay and swim and kayak with sea lions and Pacific Green Sea Turtles
- Sea kayak to Punta Cormorant to view Palo Santo trees and flamingos
- Snorkel at Devil’s Crown and follow in the footsteps of pirates, whalers, convicts and colonists on Isla Floreana
- Paddle along Santa Fe’s north coast and scout for Pacific Green and Leatherback sea turtles
- Hike and snorkel at Sombrero Chino with a chance to encounter a playful resident penguin family
- Hike to the stark volcanic summit of Bartolome and snorkel below Pinnacle Rock
- Transfer back to Quito from Baltra Airport and enjoy a farewell dinner
$4090 – $5490 (minimum age 10 years)
10 Day Photography Workshop: from $4500
Machu Picchu extension available upon request 
Deposit: $800
Single Supplement: $100 (Hotel Only)
Additional Costs:
$425 R/T Air Quito to Galapagos, $110 NPS Entrance Fee ($70 for children 12 and younger), Airport taxes and fees
