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Floreana Island

Discover the Highlights of Floreana Island - Top Attractions & Experiences

Discover the highlights of Floreana Island in the Galapagos, from stunning beaches to unique wildlife encounters.
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Rabida Island

Mai and Marie's Ecuador and Galapagos Escapade!

An exciting 2-day Ecuador land trip and an 8-day Galapagos cruise in December 2022.
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Marine Iguana with ship

The Galapagos Islands: Saving a World Heritage

Did you know that you give back to the Galapagos Islands just by traveling with Adventure Life? Learn how your trip actually helps preserve the delicate ecology of the islands. Conservation is vital in the Galapagos, and by traveling with us you are playing an active role in the solution.
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Best photo from our Galapagos trip!

Galapagos & Amazon Adventures with Pops

A father - daughter trip to the Amazon and Galapagos!
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Quilotoa Crater Lake

Best Time of Year to Visit Ecuador and Galapagos

Read all about the best times to visit Ecuador: the seasons, temperatures and rainfall for the Andes, Amazon, Coast & Galapagos Islands. Its equatorial location stabilizes temperatures year-round, with just minor seasonal variations from May to December.
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Giant Tortoise

Ecuador Travel Info

Ecuador is a land of contrasts. From the Galapagos Islands to the Andes Mountains, its terrain is vastly diverse. From urban cities like Quito to villages in the depths of the Amazon, the culture varies dramatically. These different characteristics, among others, can only be fully experience on an Ecuador trip!
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Return to the Galapagos

My first post-COVID trip. Three days after I had full immunity, I was headed south to the Galapagos!
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Galapagos tortoise on a wildlife tour in the Galapagos Islands

Best Time to Visit the Galapagos

Seasons are split into cool and dry (June - November) and warm and wet (December - May), with the warmer season being the best time to visit Galápagos for warmer, calmer seas and good underwater visibility. Showers tend to be short, so you can make the most of the heat on the beach or the deck of your boat.
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Dressing as the Chagras Do

Highlands of Ecuador + Galapagos!

My second time to Ecuador and first time to the Galapagos! My mom and I spent the first few days of our trip exploring Cotopaxi and the surrounding highlands in Ecuador before making our way to the Galapagos for an unforgettable cruise full of beautiful views and amazing experiences while snorkeling!
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Rabida Island - Sea Lions lounging

Ecuador and Galapagos Adventure

A non-stop, whirlwind experience that took us from the highlands of Ecuador to the islands of the Galapagos. We had the chance to stay in lovely haciendas, hike the rim of a beautiful volcanic crater lake, bargain for textiles at a local market, and soak in natural hot springs with some wonderful humans in the mainland. In the islands, we swam …
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On the motorized canoe, just after landing in the Amazon.

Exploring the Amazon and the Galapagos

Our first trip to South America was quite an epic one. We traveled to the Ecuadorian Amazon and the Galapagos over about 10 days. Here's a little taste of our adventure!
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Fernandina: Punta Espinoza

A Complete Galapagos Wildlife Experience

An amazing journey through the magical Galapagos Islands on a beautiful ship! There were plenty of special experiences aboard the MV Origin. We had plenty of wildlife sightings on the many panga rides and explorations. We spotted birds and iguanas in Genovesa and snorkeled with sea lions and penguins. And to top it all off, we had an up-close and …
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Spend the holidays on holiday

Spending the Holidays on Holiday

Oh the hustle & bustle of the holidays! Wouldn't you rather feel refreshed & recharged upon returning to work in January? Wouldn't true quality time with family be so much better than cleaning, running errands, & trying to avoid chaos? We have a resolution to these issues, and it might just come with the bonus of a suntan... Spend your holidays on holiday!
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A pair of friendly sea lions

Galapagos FAQs

Do you want to book a trip to the Galapagos Islands but aren't exactly sure where to start? Our FAQ article answers some of the most common traveler questions. From what time of year to visit to packing suggestions, this guide will hopefully help you in the planning process. No matter what, this is sure to be a trip of a lifetime!
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“Como se llama, llama?”

First Taste of South America - Ecuador Adventures

My first visit to the South American continent provided an incredible overview of Ecuador's beautiful and diverse regions. Read about my two-week adventure in this magical country!
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The bridge over Pailon del Diablo (Devil's Cauldron)

A Trip to the Middle of the World, Ecuador and the Galapagos!

We spent two full weeks flying, biking, swimming, hiking, driving and kayaking our way through Ecuador and the Galapagos. Our trip was one of extremes. We went from the huge capital city, Quito, to the barely inhabited Galapagos Islands. From sea level to nearly 19,000 feet above it. From snorkeling with sharks to relaxing in the natural hot …
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Sea Lion Colony on South Plaza

Middle of the World with Molly

14 days, 2 girls, 5 regions, 9 Condors, and endless empanadas made for a priceless experience exploring the beautiful country of Ecuador. My travel partner, Molly, and I were so fortunate to travel through The Galapagos, Quito, Otavalo, Baños, and Cotopaxi. Our two-week adventure had no shortage of incredible landscapes, wonderful food, and …
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Hiking on Santiago Island

Callie's Ecuador Adventure!

My first trip with Adventure Life took me to the Bella Vista Cloud Forest and the Galapagos Islands, two completely different destinations that allowed me to get up-close and personal with the wildlife. I spent my day in Bella Vista hiking through the lush forest, and spent my days aboard the Galapagos Petrel swimming next to sea lions and …
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Galapagos tortoise, pencil

Galapagos Through the Eyes of an Artist, 2

Cataloging my second voyage to the Galapagos Islands, with art, photography, wildlife facts and travel tips!
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Forrest and the birds of the Galapagos Islands

Ecuador y las Islas Galapagos

Highlighting my travels through the Ecuadorian highlands and the legendary Galapagos Islands. Our first tastes of South America, Guinea Pig, and the finals of the FIFA World Cup. Wandering around small villages in the Andes and piles of iguanas in the Galapagos made me feel like I was looking through the world through a perfect, sunny orb.
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Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, Tortoise

The Epic Galapagos Adventures of Lina & Giles

In August of 2016, we traveled to the Galápagos Islands, for an epic 8 day adventure. We saw giant tortoises & mating Boobies, swam with Whitetip Sharks & sea lion pups, hiked 16km to the top of a volcano for the most amazing view imaginable, and took some fantastic photos & videos along the way. This link below attempts to document it all... …
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Me and a tortoise, i made a friend

A Perfect Galapagos Trip

Although the Galapagos is a year-round destination, there may be a better time for your trip depending on personal interests. This traveler gives insight into highlights of the islands at different times of year. Knowing these details can be invaluable during the process of determining when to plan your trip.
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Cahill sisters' adventure in the Galapagos

Once in a lifetime sisters trip, a cruise through the amazing and magical islands of the Galapagos.
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Galapagos Tortoise, El Chato Reserve

Kevin's Galapagos Trip

Two weeks in Ecuador, including an 8-day cruise on the San Jose in the Galapagos, 3 nights of land-based explorations on the islands of Santa Cruz and San Cristobal, and several days exploring the Highlands around Quito, Cotopaxi and Otavalo. Fulfilling my lovely partner's lifetime dream of seeing Darwin's inspiration!
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