Top Galapagos Trips & Tours in December 2026

from $5,338

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Western Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Koln

• Explore North Seymour Island
• Hike Bartolome Island
• Observe wildlife at James Bay
• Encounter penguins at Tagus Cove

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the best of the West Galapagos on an 8-day Koln cruise. Enjoy orientation sessions, snacks, and meals while exploring various islands. Observe unique wildlife, go swimming, snorkeling, or kayaking. Visit reserves, farms, and research centers before concluding the trip with a visit to Playa Las Bachas.

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from $4,845

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Northern Galapagos Journey

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Sea Star

• Visit Black Turtle Cove
• Witness a nesting site for boobies
• Explore white coral sand beaches

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 5-day Galápagos adventure aboard the Sea Star, exploring Santa Cruz, Bartolomé, Santiago, and Genovesa Islands. Discover breathtaking volcanic landscapes, snorkel with penguins, and encounter iconic wildlife while hiking, kayaking, and exploring mangrove-lined coves.

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from $5,850

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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga

• See Galapagos giant tortoises
• Observe the endemic Waved albatross
• Enjoy the Gardner Bay beach.

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Sail the eastern Galapagos Islands aboard the magnificent 16-passenger motor yacht Beluga, which includes San Cristobal, South Plaza, Santa Cruz, and Genovesa, which are among the most spectacular in the archipelago.

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from $5,850

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Western Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga

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Baltra / Baltra

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Variable

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from $5,295

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Northwestern Islands I

8 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Encounter an array of wildlife
• See Fausto Llerena Breeding Center
• Hike through a volcanic landscape
• Snorkel with sea lions

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Galapagos on this 8-day cruise through the northwestern islands. This journey allows you to experience the picturesque beauty, exciting wildlife, and unique landscapes of this famous archipelago. Explore rocky coastlines, volcanic landscapes, beaches, and forest trails while viewing abundant wildlife.

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from $4,545

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Northern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Grand Majestic

• Visit Fausto Llerena Breeding Cente
• View Nazca & red-footed boobies
• Hike up to Prince Phillip's Steps

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

The Grand Majestic takes you on a spectacular 5-day sailing expedition across one of the most unique archipelagos on the planet, the Galapagos Islands. Experience the beauty and natural charm of these volcanic islands while visiting Santa Cruz, Genovesa, Rabida and San Cristobal.

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from $5,637

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Galapagos Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

• Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
• Encounter plentiful wildlife
• Explore the Galapagos

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 8-day land-based tour of the Galapagos Islands will take you to Isabela and Santa Cruz Islands as you explore the marine and terrestrial sanctuaries by snorkeling, swimming, and hiking. The unparalleled wildlife that you will encounter includes penguins, marine iguanas, all manner of birds, & countless fish!

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from $4,645

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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Natural Paradise

• Explore Kicker Rock
• Interact with Galapagos sea lions
• Hike in the volcanic Sullivan Bay

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

On this 5-day Southern Islands Galapagos cruise aboard the Natural Paradise, explore outstanding wildlife-viewing areas and experience once-in-a-lifetime snorkel opportunities with the most diverse marine life. Discover the diverse and fascinating coastlines of San Cristobal, North Seymour, Santa Fe, Santa Cruz, Santiago, Bartholomew & South Plaza.

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from $3,500

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Northeast Islands

Baltra to San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy

• Snorkel with marine wildlife
• Spot red-footed boobies
• Cruise around Kicker Rock
• Spot Santa Fe land iguanas

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activities

Snorkeling, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Small Ship Sailing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Sail through the Northeast Galapagos Islands on a 5-day expedition aboard Galaxy. Visit North Seymour, Santa Fe, Genovesa, and San Cristobal. Snorkel with sea lions, hike volcanic trails, and observe iconic wildlife like giant tortoises, blue-footed boobies, and marine iguanas in their natural habitats.

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from $4,400

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Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer

• Observe the Galapagos tortoise
• Ride a boat to Black Turtle Cove
• Climb up Prince Phillip's Steps
• Snorkel around Devil's Crown

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise through the Eastern Galapagos Islands on the Cachalote Explorer. Spend time learning about the history of the island and watch as seabirds soar and sea lions play on this 8-day tour.

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from $3,472

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Western Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

• Watch Bachas Beach sea lions
• Visit Rabida's red sand beaches
• Snorkel with sea turtles

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Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 5-day Galapagos Western Islands cruise aboard Galapagos Legend to visit Santa Cruz, Santiago, Rabida, Isabela, and Fernandina. Walk volcanic trails, snorkel with penguins, kayak near sea lions, and see giant tortoises. Explore red-sand beaches, black lava shores, and pristine coves with expert-led excursions.

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from $5,000

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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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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 $4,990

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Southeastern Islands Cruise

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite

• Admire Española's unique wildlife
• Snorkel across Osborn Islet
• Explore Mosquera Islet

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This cruise may be short on days but it's big on amazing wildlife, such as the Galapagos giant tortoise, marine iguanas, and playful sea lions. Discover San Cristobal, Espanola, Floreana and more on this 4-Day Galapagos cruise. Snorkel in the crystalline waters and view colorful fish, rays, and sea turtles.

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from $4,400

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East-Central Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Beluga

• Explore El Junco Lagoon
• Visit the Research Center
• View lava tubes and lava flows
• Cruise through mangroves

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Variable

Cruise around the Galapagos archipelago aboard the Beluga and learn about the wildlife and geological activity unique to this region. Snorkeling among marinelife, exploring the islands on foot, and visiting the Charles Darwin Research Center are all highlights included on this short cruise!

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from $2,900

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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita

• Hike over islands covered in cacti
• Kayak and stand up paddle board
• Admire distinctive biodiversity

Starts / Ends

Santa Cruz Highlands / Bachas Beach

Activity Level

Variable

This 5-day cruise of Galapagos' Southern Islands on the Bonita yacht explores the islands of Espanola, Santa Cruz, San Cristobal and more. Kayak and paddle board along island shores, swim and snorkel among sea lions, and enjoy breathtaking views on hikes.

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from $2,900

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Central Islands + Genovesa

5 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita

• Zodiac ride in Black Turtle Cove
• Explore Darwin Bay´s coasts
• Hike through South Plaza

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South Plaza Island / North Seymour

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Variable

Embark on a 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard Bonita. Witness South Plazas' wildlife, explore Black Turtle Cove's mangroves, visit highlands for Giant tortoises, and discover Genovesa's seabird colonies. Experience the volcanic landscapes of Bartolome with penguins and frigatebirds. Marvel at unique fauna on this remarkable island adventure.

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from $4,217

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Western Islands

Baltra Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Spot sea lions at Buccaneer Cove
• See wild tortoises at Urbina Bay
• Observe flamingos at Dragon Hill
• See rays at Vicente Roca

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Black Turtle Cove

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a guided 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard the M/Y Monserrat and spot iconic species like marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, Galapagos penguins, and flightless cormorants. This itinerary offers nonstop wildlife viewing and rich marine life encounters across multiple visitor sites in the western Galápagos Islands.

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from $3,795

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Central East Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat

• Explore Santa Cruz lava tunnels
• Snorkel at Chinese Hat beach
• Encounter land iguanas
• Discover three booby species

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Sail through the Galapagos Islands aboard the M/Y Monserrat. Visit key sites including Santa Cruz Highlands, Chinese Hat, Sullivan Bay, North Seymour, Santa Fe, Pitt Point, Witch Hill, and Tijeretas Hill. Spot unique wildlife such as blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, marine iguanas, and Galapagos hawks.

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