Galápagos 2023 Details
Updated: Mar 30

All the details for the 2023 trip to Galápagos in one place. More info to come.
The 10 day trip will take place April 25th to May 4th 2023.
Once you arrive in Quito most everything is included. From airfare to the islands, transportation to and from the boat, lodging before and after, delicious meals on board, crew and an English speaking guide, all activities on board the boat and snorkeling gear. What is not included is airfare to Quito, required travel insurance, tips, dinner your first and last night, soda and alcohol on board the yacht, a wetsuit (most didn’t need this), and the $120 fee to enter Galápagos.
On these trips we will do lots of nature walks and snorkeling. However, if you want to skip an activity you are welcome to hang out on the yacht.
ITINERARY
Day 1 April 25th - Quito
Hotel La Parc
Welcome meeting at 6 pm
Day 2-9 April 26th-May 3rd
Onboard the yacht see details here
https://granddaphnegalapagos.com/itinerary-8-days-a/
Day 9 May 3rd leave yachet and check into Le Parc for the evening.
Day 10 May 4th Quito
Hotel Le Parc
Last day check out in morning
Boat details https://granddaphnegalapagos.com/#specifications
CANCELLATION
Our cancellation policy is as follows :
Should you cancel no more than 30 days after making your deposit you get a 100% refund minus a $150 admin fee.
Should you cancel between 30 days of booking to 180 days before the trip you will get a 50% refund minus the $150 admin fee.
Once we are within 180 days of the trip starting there are no refunds.
Note-should you find someone to fill your spot I can transfer your balance to them minus the $150 fee. Should you become sick or have other issues it’s highly likely the required travel insurance would kick in and reimburse you so be sure and read your policy.
Other important info that you should read.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WHrMnjRAQteg81oXeFFiKCn70x9-FYJAxTvHWUSCUmI/mobilebasic
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Travel insurance is required you can learn more here. https://www.pennypinchingglobetrotter.com/travel-insurance
For those over 70 https://www.insuremytrip.com/?linkId=632359501e53120deeee2fe6
AIRPORT TRANSFER
You can book a transfer to and from the airport here https://www.getyourguide.com/quito-international-airport-l164634/quito-mariscal-sucre-airport-transfer-t400741/
There are also cabs available outside the airport.
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES
Staying longer? Arriviling early? Find more to do.
Foodie Tour https://www.getyourguide.com/quito-l504/quito-street-food-essentials-t290025/
Quito bike tour https://www.getyourguide.com/quito-l504/quito-cultural-city-bike-tour-t345841/
Cotopaxi National Park Full-Day Tour https://www.getyourguide.com/quito-l504/from-quito-cotopaxi-volcano-day-tour-t63861/
Cooking class https://www.getyourguide.com/quito-l504/quito-cooking-class-t119092/
Packing
Packing tips https://www.pennypinchingglobetrotter.com/post/10-travel-packing-tips
Items you might want https://amzn.to/3FmHmfg
Group Travel
Tips https://www.pennypinchingglobetrotter.com/post/tips-for-a-successful-group-trip