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Incredible wildlife and stunning scenery await you. Off the grid doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice luxury though. In the Galapagos, you can live out your granola girl dreams, and still travel in style. This Galapagos Islands Travel guide is perfect for female travelers. My Galapagos Islands Travel Guide will help you navigate the Galapagos islands no matter what sort of budget you have, from the extreme budget to the dripping in luxury.
I visited the Galapagos Islands in September of 2019, right before the pandemic hit, with my best friend Caitlin. The Galapagos Islands make for a great adventure no matter if you are a family, solo traveler, on a girls’ trip, or a couple! It was truly an experience like none other and is to this day one of my favorite nature holidays. For your trip to the Galapagos Islands, expect lots of outdoor activities like snorkeling, hiking, diving, and treks.
I write this Galapagos Islands Travel Guide to you, the female travelers of the world, to help you get out there and explore in the best way possible! Should you ever need any help in your travels, please reach out to me! I want you to think of me as your big sister on the internet. At any point in time, you can send me an email or reach out on Instagram!
There is no way to go to the Galapagos islands and do it “wrong” except to just not go. So book those flights, because the giant tortoises are waiting for you! This UNESCO world heritage site is a haven for outdoorsy folk who like to explore, dive, hike, and experience an outdoor mecca few people get to see in their lifetime.
Keep it groovy,
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THE ESSENTIALS OF YOUR GALAPAGOS ISLANDS TRAVEL GUIDE:
???? BEST TIME TO TRAVEL: December – May tend to be the best times to travel to the Galapagos Islands. However, keep in mind that January is the busy season, so if you plan to travel during then expect lots of crowds and plan far in advance to secure all of your cruises, accommodation, and tours!
???? CURRENCY: The Galapagos Islands are a part of Ecuador, which operates using the USD $. Americans, you can use your ATM cards and cash from the US as you would at home. There is not much availability for ATMs on the Islands, though San Cristobal and Santa Cruz will have the most options. Many shops hotels and restaurants will not accept card payments, so you will need to carry cash with you.
???? LANGUAGE: The official language of Ecuador and the Galapagos is Spanish, however many people will speak English as this is a major tourist destination.
???? WEATHER: The weather in the Galapagos Islands is not inherently tropical, even though the islands sit on the equator. Remember to pack in layers. December – May is the “warm” season and feels the most tropical with daily afternoon thunderstorms. The water is warmer during this time.
From June to December the southern trade winds bring the Humboldt Current to the Galapagos creating more turbulent seas and cooler weather and water. This may also lead to less clear water for diving and snorkeling.
???? AVERAGE COST OF ACCOMMODATION: The average nightly cost for a hostel will start at around $50 a night.
Starting prices for hotels: 1* €120, 2* €150, 3* 250, 4* Hotels €300-400
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There are two ways to do the Galapagos, on a budget, or all out. I am not the type to tell you that if your budget is small, you can’t get to the Galapagos, but I do want this Galapagos Islands Travel Guide to manage your expectations on the cost of traveling to the Galapagos. In my two and a half weeks backpacking in Ecuador, we spent 4 of those days in the Galapagos islands, and that portion of the trip cost us nearly as much as the rest of the trip put together. The Galapagos Islands are isolated and well protected and one thousand percent worth a visit. I also like to say they are a bit like Disney World – you will get charged for every little thing every step of the way, and get charged the nonlocal rate at that. This is not a bad thing, as it is what keeps the Galapagos Islands in their pristine form.
You will most likely take a flight into the Galapagos Islands to the Island of Santa Cruz. The planes are normal aircraft and operated by both Avianca and LATAM, both making the route between Quito and Seymour Galapagos Airport one to two times daily. If you are going to the Galapagos for a cruise, you will need to check with your cruise operator’s itinerary to see if this is included in your rate or not. If not – be sure to trip check which island you should fly into!
The flight costs range anywhere between $75-$600 round trip, depending on time of year, and availability.
Please do not make the same mistake I did and purchase the local tickets. By accident, Caitlin and I bought the Ecuadorian Resident tickets, when we needed to buy the non-resident tickets.
Because of this we ended up having to pay a cost difference at the airport of 168$ each and then had to pay for a checked bag, even though we were within our 2 bag minimum of a carry on and personal item. Because we were forced to go to the counter, our properly sized bags were considered “too big” because the plane was “too small” and we were forced to check. Had we purchsed the correct ticket, this likely would not have happened because we saw many people getting on the plane with a personal item and carry on.
(FYI the plane was a normal Boeing 737 Aircraft.)
Once you arrive at the airport you have to take a bus, then a ferry, and then another bus to get to the main town of Puerto Ayora. The costs were minimal, but unexpected. The ferry ride was fun because as I was leaning over to take a video of the water, a deckhand also decided to spit and it got all in my hair. Yes, a wonderful start to my Galapagos Adventure. I didn’t let that get me down though, the water was PHENOMENAL!
Las Grietas
To get to Las Grietas from Puerto Ayora you will need to take a water taxi. It is only .80 one way and Las Grietas itself is free to get into. Once the water taxi drops you off, follow the signs to get there – it’s a super easy path and quite a fun little walk.
Once you arrive there is a little step into the water or you can jump off the boardwalk, I recommend you go early in the day – fewer groups and people visiting, and you’ll have the rock lagoon all to yourself. The water at Las Grietas is super cold, but also super clear. I definitely recommend packing a wetsuit. There’s not a ton of wildlife in the pool, but there were still some fishies swimming about.
There is a guy at the front renting out snorkels for a marked-up rate, and you will definitely want goggles. We packed our own as I am a bit weird about sharing that kind of stuff, but you also can rent snorkel gear in town for super cheap before you go.
Tortuga Bay
One of the most famous spots in Isla Santa Cruz, Tortuga Bay is a must while you are visiting. To get to Tortuga Bay, once you enter the park it is about a 40-minute walk from the entrance. You’ll go down a long boardwalk and arrive at the beach. Please pay attention to the signage – it really has a lot of waves, and can have quite intense rip currents in this area so if it says no swimming, please listen! Keep walking down the beach and eventually, you’ll come up to a lagoon. Yay! You’ve made it to Tortuga Bay!Here you can kayak, snorkel, and just chill out on the beach. There are lots of iguanas hanging about????
Most of the time you will see some turtles swimming in the lagoon, though we were not fortunate enough on our expedition.
Charles Darwin Research Center
Well worth the visit is the Charles Darwin Research Center. Here you will meet giant tortoises and their babies. You’ll also get the full scoop about the Galapagos and learn about what is being done to protect these precious islands.
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Boat Excursion to Tortuga Beach & Bay Tour
Day Tour to Isabela Island with Tintorera Islet, Snorkeling Wetlands & Flamingos
Day tour to Pinzón Island and La Fé/Palmitas Bay with snorkeling and fishing
The Giant Tortoise Experience | Lava Tubes + Los Gemelos (Shared Tour)
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In this tourist city, the dining can be hard to come by, but The Rock did not disappoint. A wonderful atmosphere and truly unique, this seafood, bar grub, gastropub is a staple of any stay in Puerto Ayora.
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The most sushi I have ever had in my entire life, the food here is fresh and delicious. Its the number one restaurant in Puerto Ayora for a reason, and if you are a sushi fanatic, you’re going to want to head here first (and last).
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This hit just the spot we needed after a long day of excursioning. The cocktails and food were both delightful.
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As the first true superyacht in the Galapagos Islands, the 50m Aqua Mare takes an iconic once-in-a-lifetime adventure to the next level. Designed and built by a renowned Italian CRN yard with custom Zuretti interiors, seven elegant design suites accommodate a total of 16 guests.
A recognized global leader in luxury small-ship expeditions, Aqua Expeditions explores the world’s most biodiverse and culturally significant destinations aboard best-in-class vessels. Expect tailored five-star itineraries, a highly exclusive 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio, world-class dining, and small group expert-guided activities and excursions. Aqua Expeditions operates river explorations on the Amazon (Peru), the Mekong (Cambodia and Vietnam), and coastal yacht voyages to Komodo National Park, Ambon, and the Spice Islands, as well as Raja Ampat (East Indonesia), with our latest superyacht sailing the Galapagos Islands (Ecuador) from June 2022.
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Silver Origin is the height of experiential travel in the Galapagos. Never before have the islands been so superbly presented: a team of Ecuadorian national expert guides, the highest crew-to-guest ratio in the Galapagos, and 8 Zodiacs that offer an extraordinary voyage – for extraordinary people.
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If you really want to explore and see the beauty of the Galapagos, you will need to take a cruise. Backpacking the islands gives you a taste of what they offer, but it is just the beginning of everything there is on offer. Most of these are live-aboard and are also all-inclusive, so once you pay for the cost, you are all set for the remainder of your time on board ship!
Many of the islands are inaccessible during certain times of the year, or without guides. There are very strict rules and it is important to follow them!
The Galapagos are far from the mainland, over 4o0 miles from the coast. This makes food and drinks more expensive than in the rest of Ecuador. Expect to spend more money in the Galapagos for dining.
Pack your camera and don’t forget the zoom lens! Much of the wildlife you will see from a distance (though you will get more up close and personal than you would expect) and not having a zoom lens will make you miss certain opportunities. I also highly recommend packing a go-pro – you can see my favorites below in my Travel Essentials at the bottom of this page!
Drones are not allowed in the Galapagos Islands, so be sure to leave it behind! (It won’t be confiscated upon entry like in Morocco, but you will get a heavy fine and endanger wildlife if you fly it! I had mine packed as I wanted it for the rest of my trip, just didn’t use it during the Galapagos portion!)
Pack light! The Galapagos are incredibly adventurous and you will be moving around – a lot! Read my blog post for a full rundown on how to pack for the Galapagos Islands.
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