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Quito, San Cristobal, Espanola, Floreana, Santa Cruz.
Experience the Galapagos Islands in the comfort of a small family group! Educational, fun and interesting for travellers of all ages, our Galapagos Family Adventure is the ultimate family wildlife adventure. Travel onboard one of G.A.P Adventures' 16 person 75-foot motor yacht in the company of our expert naturalist guide.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Group Size:Max 16, Avg 12 Group Leader:Level III local naturalist guide (certified by the Galapagos National Park) while in the islands. G.A.P representative in Quito. Accommodation:Hotel (2 nts), twin-share cabins on board our motorized yacht (3 nts). Transport:Local flight, motorized yacht, van. Meals Included:All meals while in the Galapagos. Budget:Allow USD $50 for meals not included in Quito. For additional expenses, see dossier. Drinks and tips while on the yacht are extra. You must pay a USD $100 (cash) Galapagos park entry fee immediately upon arrival to the Islands (subject to increase). Notes:
1. Passport details, nationality, full name and date of birth must be advised at time of booking.
2. The itinerary may change due to weather or seasonal points of interest.
3. The shorter 6 and 7 day tours do not visit all of the islands; the time in Quito and in transit remains the same.
4. Please note that at the minimum age for this tour is 6 and least one child between the ages of 6 to 17 must be travelling per booking.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Visit to Charles Darwin Research Station
Incredible wildlife encounters
Daily opportunities for swimming and snorkelling
BRIEF ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrive Quito: Arrive in Quito at any time.
Day 2 San Cristóbal (L, D): Transfer early to the airport for our flight to the Galapagos Islands. Upon arrival in San Cristóbal, meet our naturalist leader, who will assist with the transfer to the G.A.P Adventurer II. Our first landing is at La Loberia, to see the magnificent frigate birds and catch a glimpse of sea lions and marine iguanas.
Day 3 Española (B,L,D): Head to Punta Suarez on Española Island. The southernmost island in the Galapagos is home to several wildlife species, including masked and blue-footed boobies. Sail in the afternoon to Garner Bay, an excellent swimming and snorkelling site.
Day 4 Floreana (B,L,D): Reach Floreana Island in the morning and stop at Post Office Bay. This is a historic site where mariners from around the world would deposit and collect letters from a “post office barrel.” Even today visitors may drop off and pick up letters, without stamps, to be carried to far destinations.
Day 5 Santa Cruz (B): In the morning arrive at Puerto Ayora, on Santa Cruz Island for a visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station. Transfer to the airport for our flight to Quito, and then on to our hotel. Final night on the town.
Day 6 Depart Quito
B - breakfast L - lunch D - dinner
DEPARTURE DATES
Starts
Ends
09 March 2008
14 March 2008
16 March 2008
21 March 2008
23 March 2008
28 March 2008
30 March 2008
04 April 2008
22 June 2008
27 June 2008
06 July 2008
11 July 2008
27 July 2008
01 August 2008
03 August 2008
08 August 2008
17 August 2008
22 August 2008
24 August 2008
29 August 2008
31 August 2008
05 September 2008
07 December 2008
12 December 2008
14 December 2008
19 December 2008
21 December 2008
26 December 2008
28 December 2008
02 January 2009
TRAVEL STYLE
Demand for these trips has grown over the years as our clients, and travellers in general, look to share their adventures with their new families. G.A.P Adventures offers families the opportunity to experience something more interesting and exciting than your normal beach or cruise holiday. The focus of these adventures is on authentic travel experiences and lots of fun.
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Demand for these trips has grown over the years as our clients, and travellers in general, look to share their adventures with their new families. G.A.P Adventures offers families the opportunity to experience something more interesting and exciting than your normal beach or cruise holiday. The focus of these adventures is on authentic travel experiences and lots of fun.