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The Clockhouse, Bonnington Mill Business Centre,
72 Newhaven Road, Edinburgh Scotland EH6 4JG
44 (0)131 467 7086, info@andeantrails.co.uk
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The Galapagos archipelago comprises over 50 islands of volcanic origin, that are spread over
4,500 square kilometres, approximately 1,000km off the coast of
Ecuador.
They are a paradise of
stunning volcanic landscapes and fearless animals. There are
designated visitor sites on each of the islands, where our variety of boats land.
Giant tortoises, fur
seals, sea lions, sea iguanas, and the comic blue-footed boobies,
are just some of the prolific animals and birds that will entertain
you as you wander through their homes.
The archipelago is a year round destination and our Galapagos weather section will guide you through monthly highlights.
Please check our Galapagos Islands section where you will find more information on the specific islands. |
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GALAPAGOS LINKS
Detailed information about the Galapagos Islands, and various yacht and schooner cruise itineraries. |
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GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
About the islands in more depth |
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BOATS & CRUISES
Cruise the Galapagos Islands by yacht |
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Climate
Please see our Galapagos weather page for seasonal highlights.
The climate in the
islands in strongly influenced by the presence of oceanic currents,
the relatively cold Humboldt Current and the warm tropical current
from the Gulf of Panama. These currents converge north of the
islands, but the meeting point moves south from January to April and
the warmer current flows round the islands.
There are two marked
seasons in the Galapagos, the warmer months with occasional heavy
rain from January to May/June and the cooler drier months from
May/June to December, caused by the presence of the Humboldt
Current. Visit our Diving page for more information about the fantastic diving that the Galapagos offers.
During the cooler months
there are overcast skies and little rain in the lowlands, but
considerable garúa (mist) and rain in the highlands. February is the
hottest month of the year and August and September the coolest when
you may need a jacket in the evenings. The seas are choppy in the
cooler months when southeast winds prevail, and sea temperatures are
also cooler, around 20°C.
From January to June the
average sea temperature is around 25°C. The weather between the two
marked seasons is generally somewhat unpredictable, and also varies
from one part of the archipelago to another. Rainfall at sea level
is less than 350mm, while in the highlands it can be over 1,000mm. |
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Sample Day
Aboard our vessels, your
day begins after breakfast when you go ashore with your naturalist
guide in small boats, called "pangas". The well marked paths will
lead you to discover the most fascinating wildlife, from blue footed
boobies, iguanas, sea lions to the rare Galapagos penguins.
Snorkeling is encouraged, and there is an opportunity to explore
underwater almost every day.
Returning to your vessel
midday, a delicious lunch awaits and perhaps a short "siesta", while
sailing on to the next visitor's site. The rest of the afternoon is
spent on shore, before returning to your ship to enjoy a spectacular
sunset.
After dinner, the
naturalist guide will offer a briefing of the next day's activities.
Since each island has its own unique landscape and diverse species
of animal and plant life, every day is a new adventure.
*Occasionally the captain
may find it necessary to vary the itinerary, due to Galapagos
National Park regulations, weather conditions, route availability,
facility for the cruise to reach the desired point of visit, to
prevent the migration and protect the flora and fauna of the
Galapagos Islands, and also for domestic flights alterations and
acts of providence. |
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Crew - Guides / Information
The crews are "Galapagueños", most of our guides, captains and crew members were born and raised in the Galapagos Islands.
They know the area well and are prepared to show you the islands only like a native can do it.
Our Naturalist-English Speaking Guides have studied and been trained at Charles Darwin Scientific Station, and have long years of experience guiding at the Galapagos Islands.
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Flight Information
Flights from Quito or
Guayaquil to Galapagos depart in the morning of the day your
cruise begins, you have to arrive in Quito or Guayaquil at last
the night before. Flights from Galapagos arrive in Quito or
Guayaquil in the afternoon or evening of the day your cruise
ends (depends on the vessel).
Ecuadorian Domestic
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Low Season from: May 01 to June 14 / September 15 to October 31. |
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Guayaquil - Galapagos - Guayaquil |
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£180 (US $330) |
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Quito - Galapagos - Guayaquil or vice-versa |
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£190 (US $350) |
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Quito - Galapagos - Quito |
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£200 (US $370) |
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High Season from: November 01 to April 30 / June 15 to September 14. |
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Guayaquil - Galapagos - Guayaquil |
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£202 (US $375) |
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Quito - Galapagos - Guayaquil or vice-verse |
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£215 (US $400) |
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Quito - Galapagos - Quito |
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£230 (US $425) |
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Information for single
passengers
As cabins are for double
occupancy, if the vessel is full, a single passenger will share a
double cabin with another single passenger. The only way we can
guarantee a double cabin for a single occupancy is by paying at least an extra 50% of
the cruise rate p/p as a supplement.
National Park Fee
National Park fee can be
subject to change without prior notice. At your arrival to the
Galapagos airport, you will be asked by a representative of the
Galapagos National Park, to pay Park fee in cash, at present US $110 per person. |
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