Top Ecuador Trips & Tours in September 2026

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Eastern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Koln

• Explore Twin Craters
• Wander through the charming town
• Visit Baroness Point
• Encounter diverse wildlife

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Mosquera

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Variable

Discover the wonders of the Eastern Galapagos Islands aboard Koln on a 5-day cruise. Explore Twin Craters, Post Office Bay, and Cormorant Point. Observe marine birds at Punta Suarez and sea lions at Gardner Bay. Sail around Kicker Rock, visit Cerro Brujo, and Mosquera Islet.

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from $3,150

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Southern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Anahi

• Explore the Interpretation Center
• Observe Frigate birds
• Discover Punta Suárez's wildlife

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

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Variable

Embark on a 4-day Southern Galapagos Islands cruise aboard Anahi. Explore San Cristobal's Interpretation Center and 'La Colina de las Fragatas'. Encounter diverse wildlife at Punta Suárez and Bahía Gardner. Visit Punta Cormorant's flamingo lagoon and snorkel at Devil's Crown. Discover Bahía "Post Office" and Asilo de la Paz.

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from $86,640

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Private Charter - Southern Islands Aboard Alya

6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya

• Admire Santa Fe's unique wildlife
• Visit the Interpretation Center
• Walk across Gardner Bay
• Discover Suarez Point

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Baltra / Santa Cruz Highlands

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Variable

Discover all the magic the Southern Galapagos Islands have to offer on this 6-day private cruise. Sail through one of the most mind-blowing ecosystems on earth, with lovely white-sand beaches and unique wildlife with your private group of up to 16 guests.

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from $123,790

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Private Charter - Northern and Southern Galapagos Cruise

Baltra Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique

• Explore Black Turtle Cove mangroves
• View seabirds in Genovesa
• See Santa Fe land iguanas
• Join Post Office Bay's tradition

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Set sail on an 8-day Galapagos private charter aboard M/C Monique. Visit Santa Cruz, Española, Floreana, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Genovesa, Santiago, Bartolome, and more. Explore with guided hikes, snorkeling, kayaking, and dinghy rides while spotting giant tortoises, marine iguanas, penguins, boobies, and sea lions.

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from $123,790

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Private Charter - Western and Central Galapagos Cruise

Baltra Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique

• Visit a sea turtle nesting site
• Spot Urbina Bay's wildlife
• Explore red sand beaches
• See North Seymour birdlife

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day Private Charter in the Western and Central Galapagos. Visit Fernandina, Isabela, and Santiago Islands. Snorkel with penguins and sea lions, hike volcanic trails, encounter land iguanas, giant tortoises, and seabirds.

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from $77,520

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Private Charter - Northeast Islands

Santa Cruz to San Cristobal - 6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy

• Dinghy ride through mangroves
• See tortoises in wild
• Climb Bartolome for views
• Spot sea lions and turtles

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Set out on a 6-day Northeast Galapagos cruise aboard the EcoGalaxy, exploring iconic islands like Baltra, Bartolome, Genovesa, and Santa Cruz. Snorkel with sea turtles, hike across dramatic lava fields, visit thriving seabird colonies, and observe giant tortoises in their natural habitat.

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from $77,520

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Private Charter - Western Islands

Santa Cruz Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard EcoGalaxy

• Spot giant tortoises
• Walk volcanic lava trails
• Spot flamingos and land iguanas
• Visit Puerto Egas' fur seal grotto

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

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Whale Watching

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Variable

Embark on a 6-day private charter cruise aboard EcoGalaxy and discover the Galapagos Western Islands. Visit Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, and Santiago. Hike lava trails, snorkel with sea turtles and penguins, and observe unique species like marine iguanas, flightless cormorants, and Galapagos hawks.

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from $69,920

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Private Charter - Northern Islands Aboard Alya

5 Day Itinerary aboard Alya

• Swim and snorkel at Darwin Bay
• Discover Genovesa Island's birdlife
• Hike to Dragon Hill

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Charles Darwin Center

Activity Level

Variable

The Galapagos Islands are teeming with sea life including blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, land and marine iguanas, sea lions, and penguins. Sail to one of the most unique archipelagos in the world on this 5-day private Galapagos Islands expedition aboard the Alya.

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from $91,450

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Private Charter - Eastern Islands Aboard Calipso

8 Day Itinerary aboard Calipso

• Explore Chinese Hat
• Observe the Galapagos tortoise
• Discover Pinnacle Rock
• Observe North Seymour's wildlife

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Interpretation Center

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Eastern and Central Galapagos Islands on this private charter cruise aboard the Calipso. Spend time learning about the history of the islands and watch as sea birds soar and sea lions play on this 8-day tour.

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from $77,490

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Private Charter - Northern and Central Galapagos Cruise

San Cristobal to Baltra - 5 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique

• Spot Santa Fe land iguanas
• Visit the Kicker Rock cliffs
• Explore Bartolomew Island
• Visit Black Turtle Cove mangroves

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Charter the M/C Monique for a private Galápagos journey across San Cristobal, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Genovesa, Santiago, and Santa Cruz. Explore volcanic landscapes, snorkel with sea lions, spot iguanas and sharks, and walk among seabird colonies. Experience wildlife-rich habitats, secluded snorkeling spots, and conservation sites.

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from $62,490

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Private Charter - Galapagos Southern & Eastern Islands

Baltra to San Cristobal - 4 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Monique

• Spot Santa Cruz's giant tortoises
• Visit Floreana Post Office Bay
• Walk Punta Suarez seabird cliffs
• Visit Post Office Bay

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal

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Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Variable

Embark on a 4-day private charter Galapagos cruise across Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, and San Cristobal. Enjoy exclusive access to iconic sites, from Post Office Bay to Kicker Rock. Snorkel with sea lions, observe giant tortoises, and hike diverse habitats with full privacy and personalized experiences in the islands.

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from $60,450

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Private Charter - Central Islands Aboard Calipso

5 Day Itinerary aboard Calipso

• Visit picturesque Witch Hill
• Snorkel at Pinnacle Rock
• Observe North Seymour's wildlife

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Board the Calipso for an incredible 5-day private cruise of the Eastern and Central islands of the Galapagos archipelago. Enjoy the opportunity to view and watch the unique wildlife in their natural habitat with your private group of up to 16 guests.

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from $39,450

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Private Charter - Southern Islands aboard Calipso

4 Day Itinerary aboard Calipso

• Discover South Plaza
• Admire Baroness Viewing Point
• Visit The Museum of Natural History

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Interpretation Center

Activity Level

Variable

This 4-day Southern Islands Private cruise on the Calipso explores the islands of South Plaza, Santa Fe, Floreana, and Santa Cruz. Encounter orcas, sea lions, land iguanas, giant tortoises, abundant bird life and more as you hike, snorkel and kayak.

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from $7,449

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Exploring Galapagos

Ecuador Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Gemini

• Experience wildlife encounters
• Visit Genovesa
• See Galapagos penguins
• Visit giant tortoises

Starts / Ends

Guayaquil / Guayaquil

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Variable

Set sail on a 10-day cruise through the Galapagos Islands aboard the National Geographic Gemini and visit iconic islands like North Seymour, Isabela, and Fernandina. This expedition offers unique experiences, providing an exploration of the legendary Galapagos wildlife.

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from $10,750

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Beaches and Bays

Southern & Central Route - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve

• Enjoy kid-friendly adventures
• Leave a card in Post Office Bay
• Encounter Galapagos giant tortoises
• Enjoy pristine beaches and swimming

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Spend 8 days cruising the Southern Islands of the Galapagos and visiting a variety of islands such as San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz. Explore the unique and endemic flora and fauna of each island and enjoy family adventure activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, and hiking.

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from $5,557

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Exploring Galapagos

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endeavour II

• View endemic wildlife
• Discover scenic coastlines
• See varied islands and habitats
• Experience the Galápagos undersea

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Variable

Spend 10 days exploring the legendary Galápagos Islands aboard a classic, 96-guest expedition ship, the Endeavour II. Actively experience the wildlife and wonders of the islands through kayaking, snorkeling, swimming, and hiking.

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from $7,138

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Galapagos Escape

7 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II

• Snorkel and kayak among wildlife
• Walk along colonies of seabirds
• Visit Pinnacle Rock
• See red-footed boobies and lizards

Starts / Ends

Guayaquil / Guayaquil

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the vibrant islands of the Galápagos through fascinating activities such as walking and trekking, kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. The National Geographic Islander II, an all-suite vessel, elevates the Galápagos experience with new levels of style and comfort. 

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from $8,690

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Islands Circumnavigation - West

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

• View a sea lion colony
• Explore underground lava tubes
• Snorkel with fish and sea lions
• Visit the blowhole on Espanola

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Circumnavigate the Western Islands of the Galapagos aboard the Ocean Spray. Spend time viewing wildlife, birds and volcanoes on this 8-day adventure.

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