Galapagos Islands
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Our fully guided, land based Galapagos tours feature exclusive itineraries and multiple activity options to let you discover the islands at your pace. Be as active or relaxed as you wish. Stay in the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island amid tortoises, or beachfront at eco Galapagos Islands hotels. Add a stay pre or post Galapagos cruise, or explore fully by land and day boat. Each of our Galapagos Islands land based tours are focused on experiencing iconic wildlife up close, away from tourist crowds. By night, return to upscale Galapagos Islands hotels and lodges for a delicious meal, a dip in the pool or a walk through town. Use these Galapagos land tours as a starting point, or describe your perfect vacation to our crew and we’ll make your Galapagos land based tour dream a reality. Our Galapagos hotel packages are fully customizable for your travel group, budget, activity preferences and more.

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5-8 Day Land Tour
Galapagos Discovery

This 5- or 8-day land-based Galapagos Discovery is the perfect alternative for travelers not interested in a Galapagos cruise. Explore the sights and wildlife on day trips aboard Galapagos yachts with local guides leading hikes, swims and snorkel excursions.

From $3365USD
Year Round
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5-7 Day Land Tour
Galapagos Island Hopper

Explore the Galapagos Islands on our lodge-based adventure on three separate islands: Santa Cruz, Isabela and San Cristobal. This 5- or 7-day itinerary is perfect for those looking for a unique way to explore the islands ashore visiting sites often missed on cruises.

From $3625USD
Year Round
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3-6 Day Land Tour
Galapagos Safari

A unique, family-owned property inspired by the magic of African safari camps, Galapagos Safari Camp provides a customizable way to experience the Galapagos Islands. Bordering the National Park in the Santa Cruz Highlands, this luxury tented camp is perfect for families and seamlessly integrates with its surroundings.

From $4875USD
Year Round
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Galapagos Land Tours

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Located on the equator, 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands are a wonderland of nature. Animals such as Galapagos giant tortoise, marine iguanas, flightless cormorant and Galapagos penguins are uniquely accessible to curious travelers. Galapagos land tours use hotels based on the main inhabited islands, but also explore the uninhabited national park islands via day boat. Seek out isolated beaches and highlands that are chock full of animals and wildlife, and empty of tourist crowds. Our Galapagos adventure tours offer the best way to experience the remote, wild yet fragile wilderness while staying on land, since the focus of your explorations will be away from busy ports. Yet flexible itineraries include time to explore Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island or Puerto Baquerizo Moreno on San Cristobal Island, the archipelago’s two largest settlements, if you wish.

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We are award-winning specialists who have been planning Galapagos Islands land based tours for years. Our experience will inform your options and help you compare among your many choices for Galapagos Islands hotels and land tours. Why book your Galapagos land tour with us?

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Work with one specialist to research, purchase & prepare for your Galapagos land tour.

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Actively explore up close by hiking & snorkeling on guided Galapagos group tours.

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 Our Galapagos Island land tours are sustainable for the land & community.

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Allow us to be your trusted resource for up-to-date information on Galapagos land packages. Our hallmark one-on-one customer service ensures our travelers arrive for their Galapagos land tours more informed, more confident and with appropriate expectations. With some trips requiring inter-island flights, planning Galapagos land based tours today is no feat you want to DIY. Our company founder, Todd Smith, is an elected board member of the International Galapagos Tour Operators Association and knows the detailed ins-and-outs of Galapagos tour operations today.   

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Galapagos by Land or Sea?

If you are seeking Galapagos land based tours, know this: You must travel by boat to access the majority of Galapagos visitor sites. Thus, the most efficient mode of travel is an overnight Galapagos cruise since day boats are slower and must travel round-trip each day. But if you seek more down time, more flexibility to craft your adventures each day and additional activities like biking, horseback riding, surfing and swimming, then Galapagos Islands land based tours might be most up your alley. Learn more about the pros and cons of both Galapagos land tours and cruises in our popular blog post on the topic: Galapagos Island Hopping or Cruise?  

Galapagos Island Hopping or Cruise?
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Private, Luxury & Custom Galapagos Hotel Tours

All our Galapagos land packages are inherently custom. They can be arranged at any time for any number of people and are operated privately for couples and small groups. With decades of experience, we will match you with the best all inclusive Galapagos hotels for your interests, ability and budget. From our Galapagos tours for families to our Galapagos Islands yacht charters and Galapagos luxury trips, we offer something for every style. We love crafting unique Galapagos Islands land based tours for our clients. If you can dream it, we can plan it. Contact us for a free quote on your Galapagos Islands hotel package.      

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Temperature & Rainfall

Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Avg. High (F) 84 86 88 86 82 78 76 74 76 77 78 80
Avg. Low (F) 70 74 77 72 72 68 66 64 62 64 66 68
Avg. Water Temp (F) 74 76 76 76 74 74 72 66 68 70 72 74
Avg. Rainfall (Inches) 1.6 1.9 2.2 3.0 1.7 0.9 0.5 1.1 2.2 2.1 2.7 1.5

Timing Your Galapagos Islands Guided Tour

Galapagos Islands land based tours are offered all year thanks to the equatorial climate. And the archipelago’s famed endemic species can be seen year-round—even the penguins! For the warmest waters, look to plan Galapagos hotel packages during the late-winter/early spring months of February, March and April. But, thankfully, on a Galapagos Islands guided tour, your expert naturalist will always tune you into what’s in season. Find more detail about Galapagos climate or learn the best time to visit Galapagos by month and season for your specific Galapagos land tour hopes and dreams.

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Galapagos Land Tours

Travel with AdventureSmith's Nick as he stays at hotels on three different Galapagos islands: San Cristobal, Isabela and Santa Cruz. Learn about his favorite features of traveling by land.
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Galapagos Land Tours

Learn what it's like to be on a safari in the Galapagos, with giant tortoises munching beneath your luxury tent. Join an AdventureSmith Specialist as he explores Santa Cruz Island over three days from Galapagos Safari Camp.
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All the details were taken care of, from the time I landed at the Guayaquil airport to the time I crossed back through security en route to the U.S. after my Galapagos cruise.
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Accommodations

Galapagos Islands Hotels, Lodges & Resorts

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The accommodations on our Galapagos land tours, and the people who run them, are rooted in the region’s environment. Our Galapagos hotels and lodges are fully licensed, locally owned and operated, and committed to sustainable operations and the community. Stay close to town with access to the beach, but away from the hustle and bustle. A wide variety of accommodations awaits you on our Galapagos Islands land based tours. A quaint, historic family-run hotel founded by pioneering Galapagos settlers features waterfront views and insights into the island’s human history and culture. An award-winning eco Galapagos hotel recognized by National Geographic as a Unique Lodge of the World highlights five-star service combined with cutting-edge sustainability practices. An African-style safari Galapagos lodge nestled in the Highlands offers a creative alternative with comfortable tent-style cabanas and stunning views surrounded by a private farm and nature reserve. Our Galapagos Islands hotels are as unique as the wildlife that make the islands famous.

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Galapagos land tours are a unique way to explore the islands. When choosing among the many Galapagos hotel based tours, there is no substitute for firsthand experience. What are the Galapagos hotels and lodges really like? How is the food? How do Galapagos land tours compare to cruises? Read about the experiences of our Adventure Specialists and travelers to gain unique insights and real-world experience. These reviews will help you determine the best Galapagos land based tours for you and inspire you for the coming adventure.

Travel Guides

Planning Galapagos Islands Land Tours

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Galapagos land tours come with many factors to consider. When is the best time to travel? What are the advantages of a land-based tour vs. a cruise? How do I prepare? Our crew of Galapagos hotel and cruise experts have been to the islands and spent years answering these questions for clients. Their knowledge is compiled into these detailed Galapagos travel guides to help you plan. Put simply, we live for high-quality tour planning. Our guides are chock full of useful information, tips and inspiration to help you research, plan and prepare for your Galapagos land tour. Subjects such as the best time to visit the Galapagos Islands, how to choose the best Galapagos cruise and Galapagos travel tips are thoroughly covered. Learn more about the islands, and ultimately select the best Galapagos Island land based tour and Galapagos hotel for your travel needs after being informed.

Travel Essential • January 20th, 2022
Galapagos Island Hopping or Cruise?

The best way to visit the Galapagos is by small ship cruise. But cruises are not for everyone. Read the pros and cons of each style of travel. Learn how to plan the best tour for a sustainable Galapagos.

Travel Essential • September 13th, 2022
Best Time to Visit Galapagos

When is the best time to visit Galapagos? Consult this month by month guide for help planning your Galapagos travel with tips on everything from weather, wildlife, water temperature and the benefits of each month.

Travel Essential • September 15th, 2020
Galapagos Travel Tips: Our Experts Share Insider Advice

Collectively, our crew of experts has been to the Galapagos more than 20 times to travel with our partner small ships and island lodges. Take our insider advice to make the most of your journey.

Travel Essential • September 26th, 2021
How to Get to the Galapagos Islands

Your guide on how to get to the Galapagos Islands. Insights and advice on Ecuador arrival and departure logistics plus Galapagos airports, airlines, flights & costs.

Travel Essential • August 8th, 2023
Galapagos Islands Animals: Where, When & How to Spot Them

Many Galapagos animals can’t be seen anywhere else on earth but not every animal can be seen on every island. Learn more about where, when and how you can find the top Galapagos Islands animals plus other fun facts and videos.

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Need help narrowing down the many Galapagos Islands land tours and Galapagos hotels? Our experts are just a phone call or email away to assist you. Contact us to receive a personalized recommendation on the best land based Galapagos tours for your tour budget, timing and style. Still want to research yourself? Head to our Galapagos Islands Trip Finder. There, you’ll find many more options for Galapagos adventure tours.

Even Galapagos Islands land ours use day boats to access the Galapagos National Park, so you may want to broaden your search to view Galapagos land based tours as well as overnight cruises. As always, we are here to help. From insight on Galapagos Islands hotels to what wildlife you can find on each island, our specialists are well versed on this enchanted archipelago and the many ways to explore it.

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