Top Ecuador Trips & Tours in January 2026

from $95,150

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Private Charter - Beyond Darwin's Footsteps Aboard Grace

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace

• Cruise around Kicker Rock
• Enjoy friendly sea lions
• Walk along a green beach
• Hike to see Galapagos doves

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Close encounters with nature highlight this 8-day private Galapagos cruise onboard the Grace. The islands are teeming with animals that are eager to meet visitors. Explore Espanola, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and other nearby cities! Scuba diving, snorkeling, and kayaking are all popular pastimes in this area.

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from $8,778

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Galapagos by Catamaran: An Intimate Voyage

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Delfina

• See wildlife and landscapes
• See Galapagos sea lions
• See flightless cormorant
• Visit giant tortoises

Starts / Ends

Guayaquil / Guayaquil

Activities

Snorkeling, Kayaking, Hiking, Whale Watching, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 10-day Galapagos cruise adventure aboard National Geographic Delfina. Encounter diverse wildlife, from playful sea lions to rare Galapagos penguins, amidst stunning volcanic landscapes and pristine beaches.

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from $10,950

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Beyond Darwin's Footsteps

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace

• Cruise around Kicker Rock
• Enjoy friendly sea lions
• Walk along a green beach
• Hike to see Galapagos doves

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 8-day adventure aboard Grace offers close encounters with wildlife. The islands are full of creatures that love to interact with visitors. Travel around Espanola, Floreana, Santa Cruz and more! Enjoy snorkeling, swimming and kayaking in the crystalline waters of this area.

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from $10,950

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Following Darwin's Footsteps

8 Day Itinerary aboard Grace

• Relax on an olivine crystal beach
• Spot land iguanas on a hike
• Visit Tagus Cove
• Enjoy exploratory snorkeling

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a memorable vacation aboard the Grace. The 8-day journey allows for many close encounters with Galapagos wildlife. Enjoy snorkeling, swimming and kayaking in clear waters. Explore South Plaza, Genovesa, Isabela and more on this tour!

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from $9,950

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In the Steps of Darwin

8 Day Itinerary aboard Evolution

• Discover Daphne Major´s birdlife
• Snorkel on Isabela Island
• Meet Urbina´s Bay unique wildlife
• Walk the white beach of Las Bachas

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Interpretation Center

Activity Level

Variable

Discover all of the Galapagos wildlife that made the Islands famous and inspired Charles Darwin´s theory of evolution. Snorkel, swim, or kayak on the pristine crystal waters and experience amazing animal encounters, including playful sea lions, frigate birds, iguanas, blue footed boobies, penguins, and giant tortoises.

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from $9,950

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Footsteps Back in Time

8 Day Itinerary aboard Evolution

• Meet South Plaza´s vast wildlife
• Snorkel with sea lions & penguins
• Visit Santa Fe´s archipelago
• Walk on Punta Cormorant´s beaches

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Have amazing animal encounters while experiencing the depth and breadth of what the islands offer, including top notch landing sites on this 8-day voyage through the Galapagos. Visit the most remote islands and experience the true Galapagos exploration aboard the M/V Evolution.

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from $6,684

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Island Circumnavigation

15-Day Galapagos Cruise - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Visit a flamingo lagoon
• Snorkel with white-tipped sharks
• Explore the red beaches of Rabida
• Watch sea lions relax on the shore

Activity Level

Variable

Travel around the Galapagos on this 15-day cruise. Learn about the plants and wildlife, swim in the Pacific Ocean, shop in Puerto Ayora, and visit the Charles Darwin Station on your trip aboard the Aida Maria.

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from $5,901

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Galapagos Experience

6 Day Itinerary

• Kayak to Manglecito Beach
• Visit Wizard Hill beach and Kicker
• See giant tortoises in highlands
• Enjoy Bahia Ballena tour

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San Cristobal / Puerto Ayora

Activity Level

Moderate

Embark on a 6-day adventure in the Galapagos Islands, starting with kayaking from San Cristobal to Manglecito Beach. Explore pristine beaches, snorkel at Kicker Rock, and encounter unique wildlife including blue-footed boobies, sea lions, and Galapagos tortoises.

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from $5,140

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Southeast Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Samba

• Observe the giant Galapagos turtles
• Enjoy a volcanic Olivine beach
• Snorkel around Gardner Island
• Take incredible photos of landscape

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Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy 8 days of relaxing and fun aboard Samba yacht! Visit Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, Santiago, Bartholomew, Rabida and North Seymour. Discover the magnificent wildlife and the incredible landscapes on Galapagos Islands .

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from $4,500

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Southeast Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II

• Dive & snorkel at Kicker Rock
• Learn about Post Office Bay
• Inspect the ecosystem
• Hike on Chinese Hat

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Get close to sea lions on a tour of the Southeast Islands. Discover the history of Post Office Bay and take a stroll along a coral reef on this 8-day cruise aboard the Nemo II.

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from $4,500

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North & West Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo II

• Ride a zodiac in Tagus Cove
• Explore the cliffs of Isabela
• Climb Prince Phillip's Steps
• Take a trail to a flamingo lagoon

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Get close to giant tortoises on a tour of the North & West Islands. Discover the history behind Buccaneer Cove and take a stroll along a coral reef on this 8-day cruise aboard the Nemo II.

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from $2,625

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Birding in the Amazon

5 Day Itinerary

• Spot many rainforest bird species
• Join a special birdwatching tour
• See the treetops from above
• Discover diverse flora
• Spot nocturnal creatures
• Learn about indigenous cultures
• Enjoy canoe rides

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Rainforest Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover the wonders of birding in the Amazon on a 5-day tour at Sacha Rainforest Lodge, Ecuador. Spot exotic birds in their natural habitats, hike forest trails, and ascend canopy walkways for stunning views. Immerse yourself in the vibrant ecosystem of the Amazon, discovering wildlife and unforgettable landscapes at every turn.

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from $3,347

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Sacha Lodge and Casa del Suizo

8 Day Itinerary

• Soak in Papallacta’s hot springs
• Walk Sacha’s canopy boardwalk views
• Hike Amazon trails with guides
• Spot birds on Napo River ride
• Canoe Sacha Lodge’s Pilchicocha Lak

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activities

Fishing

Activity Level

Relaxed

A combination Amazon trip with two nights at the Casa del Suizo and three nights in Sacha Lodge, Ecuador's premier rainforest lodge. Explore the Amazon with professional naturalists and indigenous guides without leaving behind your creature comforts - unforgettable Amazon travel!

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from $3,561

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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Explore the beaches of Las Bachas
• Visit Black Turtle Cove
• Snorkel by Cerro Dragon
• Navigate around Kicker Rock

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Travel aboard the Aida Maria to the Galapagos Islands. Witness a sea turtle nesting area, swim with penguins, see a variety of birds and wildlife, and explore lava flows on this 8-day adventure.

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from $3,561

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Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Witness giant tortoises
• Follow a path to a forest of cacti
• Hike to the Sierra Negra Volcano
• Explore coastal lagoons

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This cruise to the Western Islands of the Galapagos allows you to witness exciting and unique plants, animals, and landscapes. Swim, hike, and explore on this 8-day tour on the Aida Maria.

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from $2,748

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West-Central Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Admire Santa Cruz's unique wildlife
• Discover three active volcanoes
• Visit Santiago Island
• Observe Galapagos Penguins

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Immerse yourself on the breathtaking beauty of the world-famous Galapagos archipelago on this 6-day voyage aboard the Aida Maria. Visit Punta Moreno and admire its coastal lagoons amid black lava flows where there are several species of birds.

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from $2,249

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Northern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Take a tour around Darwin Bay
• Snorkel off the beach of Las Bachas
• View Daphne Island, a volcanic cone

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Take an economical 5-day Galapagos cruise around the northern islands, including spectacular Bartolome Island!

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from $1,874

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Southern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Aida Maria

• Snorkel with tropical fish
• Visit the Charles Darwin Station
• Take a dingy ride to see sea lions

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Variable

This tour of the Galapagos Islands is a chance to experience the native flora and fauna in 4 days. Explore the beautiful beaches, a local market, and a sea turtle nesting site on your cruise aboard the Aida Maria.

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