Boulder-like giant tortoises, diving marine iguanas, waved albatrosses taking flight… on a tailor-made holiday to the Galapagos Islands with Audley, you’ll see all their wildlife highlights — and much more — your way. We’ll design your ideal trip with you, paying close attention to your interests, your travel style and your budget. Our Galapagos specialists know the islands and their wildlife inside out, and can lead you to experiences and encounters you won’t find in a guidebook.
Take an adventure cruise around the archipelago, stopping to snorkel in waters brimming with tropical fish and sea turtles. Stroll among sea lions basking on beaches, and hike the cindery caldera of Cerro Negro Volcano. Pass blue-footed, red-footed and masked boobies on a guided walk with a conservation expert: the wildlife here has no fear of humans. Watch frigatebirds’ showy, chest-puffing mating rituals.
The Charles Darwin Research Station. Highland safari camps. The bird-clustered cliffs of remote Genovesa Island, flamingo colonies and mangrove boat trips. What excites you? Travel at your own pace, in your own style, with the confidence that we’ll show you the best options, wherever you go.
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Suggested tours for the Galapagos Islands
These tours give you a starting point for what your holiday to the Galapagos Islands could entail. Treat them as inspiration, as each trip is created uniquely for you.
Why travel with Audley?
- 100% tailor-made tours
- Fully protected travel
- Established for over 25 years
- 98% of our clients would recommend us
Best time to visit
Our specialists advise on the best months to visit the Galapagos Islands, including information about climate, events and festivals.
Travel advice
Practical tips for travelling to the Galapagos Islands, from social protocols to guidance on money matters, with a link to the latest FCDO travel advice.
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The Galapagos Islands in pictures
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Get up close to fearless wildlife -
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Understand the results of evolution -
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Swim with sea lions -
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Go diving or snorkelling -
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Wander among the penguins of the Galapagos -
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Witness the mating dance of the albatross -
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Visit Pinnacle Rock -
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See the flightless cormorant
Our expert guides to travelling in the Galapagos Islands
Written by our specialists from the viewpoint of their own travels, these guides will help you decide on the shape of your own trip to the Galapagos Islands. Aiming to inspire and inform, we share our recommendations for how to appreciate the Galapagos Islands at its best.
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Planning your Galapagos expedition cruise: how to choose your vessel ![Ocean Spray, Galapagos Islands]()
Planning your Galapagos expedition cruise: how to choose your vessel
Planning your Galapagos expedition cruise: how to choose your vessel
Audley Galapagos specialist Michael details what you need to think about when planning your Galapagos Islands cruise. He gives a brief overview of the different sizes of vessels and the advantages of each, plus what else you should consider.
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A typical day in the Galapagos: what to expect ![Galapagos Islands, Ecuador]()
A typical day in the Galapagos: what to expect
A typical day in the Galapagos: what to expect
Michael, one of our specialists, takes you through what to expect on a visit. He outlines a typical morning, afternoon and evening routine on a cruise boat, and explains the major differences between a cruise and land-based stays.
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What to do in the Galapagos: our highlights guide ![Blue Footed Boobies, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador]()
What to do in the Galapagos: our highlights guide
What to do in the Galapagos: our highlights guide
Find out about planning a first time trip to the Galapagos Islands. Embark on a luxury Galapagos cruise to explore the dramatic volcanic brown landscapes and fearless land and marine wildlife of this beautiful archipelago.
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Wildlife highlights of the Galapagos Islands ![Marine iguana, Galapagos Islands]()
Wildlife highlights of the Galapagos Islands
Wildlife highlights of the Galapagos Islands
Galapagos specialist Holly shares her top wildlife experiences in the Galapagos Islands. She looks at its unique variety of bird, marine and animal species including giant tortoise, albatross, penguins, sea lions and iguanas.
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