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Overview

Meeting point:

Airport of The Galapagos Islands

Category :

Hidden gems
Hiking tours

Location

Ecuador
Ecuador

Group size

From 2 to
12
or solo

Accommodation

Eco lodge

Difficulty

Easy
Easy
Not really difficult, possible to do it in family with children!

Presentation

The Galapagos Islands are a truly magical place, home to extraordinary and fearless creatures that exist nowhere else on Earth. Nestled in the Pacific Ocean, these islands, part of Ecuador, are a natural wonder and an inspiration for conservation and sustainability efforts.

Protected by a national park and one of the world's largest marine reserves, the Galapagos Islands are also known for their role in the development of evolutionary theory, inspiring scientists like Charles Darwin.

Join us for the ultimate Galapagos Safari, where you’ll embark on cycling and kayaking excursions, exploring the islands up close and personal. This immersive journey will connect you with the unique flora and fauna of the Galapagos and provide a deeper understanding of nature.

This adventure will leave a lasting impression, offering unforgettable memories. Don’t wait—join us on this life-changing experience!

For more on sustainable travel and conservation, explore our blog on the benefits of ecotourism.

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Content Summary :

Welcome to Galapagos Safari Camp, where you'll find African-inspired safari tents immersed in lush vegetation. These discreet, unpretentious tents are the perfect place to relax and unwind after a day of exploring the beautiful Galapagos Islands. Each tent has a private balcony deck, perfect for some hammock-time, and a spacious and stylish room decorated in tasteful safari-style simplicity. The en-suite bathroom comes equipped with a sun-powered hot shower, and there are several electrical sockets for charging your devices. Our tents can be set up as double, twin, or triple rooms, and are included in your safari experience. Plus, with 50 hectares of land, you'll feel a sense of connection to nature that's hard to find elsewhere. We hope you'll join us for an unforgettable safari adventure!

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Galapagos Safari Camp was built on a dream that began when the founders first arrived at the farm in 2003 and were captivated by the incredible views, intimacy with nature, and raw beauty of the Galapagos Islands. They were inspired to buy the land and start living on the farm, which has since become a way of life that connects them to incredible Galapagos experiences and defines the pillars of our philosophy: purpose, personalization, experiential, honest dining, seamless journey, and balanced disconnection. We hope you'll join us at Galapagos Safari Camp and experience all that this special place has to offer.


DAY 1: AIRPORT OR DOCKSIDE PICK UP TRANSFER TO CAMP EXPLORE THE HIGHLANDS

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You can start your land Safari when you like and enjoy this day at your own pace, but to make the most of the day, we recommend starting around 8 / 8:30 and following our recommended schedule.


  • Car transfer to dock on Baltra Island (15 minutes)
  • Boat trip across Itabaca Channel to Santa Cruz (15 minutes)
  • Car transfer to Los Gemelos Twin Craters (15 minutes)
  • Gentle walk at Los Gemelos (30 minutes)
  • Car transfer to giant tortoise reserve (15 minutes)
  • Lunch at a local restaurant in the highlands Guided tour of the tortoise reserve (1 hour)
  • Car transfer to Galapagos Safari Camp (15 minutes)
  • Afternoon & evening at Galapagos Safari Camp

Meals Included: -/L/D

Level of Privacy: Private Safari (Private car transfers and guide)

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DAY 2: FULL DAY OF ACTIVITIES OF YOUR CHOICE

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You can start your land Safari when you like and enjoy this day at your own pace, but to make the most of the day, we recommend starting around 8 / 8:30 and following our recommended schedule.

  • 08:00: Breakfast
  • 09:30 Car transfer to Cerro Mesa Ecological Reserve
  • 10:00 Enjoy the crater from a viewpoint or explore it further by walking around its rim
  • 11:05 Drive or bike to Garrapatero beach (4.9 mi / 8km)
  • 11:30 Follow the walking trail from the car park to the beach (0.3mi / 500m)
  • 11:45 Enjoy the beach and activities
  • 13:00 Lunch (picnic or in a local restaurant)
  • 14:30 Car transfer to Trapiche Coffee Farm
  • 15:00 Visit Trapiche Coffee Farm
  • 16:00 Car transfer to Galapagos Safari Camp
  • 16:35 Evening at Galapagos Safari Camp


Meals Included: B/L/D

Level of Privacy: Private Safari (Private car transfers & guide)


DAY 3: TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT OR TO BOARD YOUR CRUISE

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  • Breakfast
  • Car transfer to Itabaca Channel (30 minutes)
  • Boat trip across Itabaca Channel (15 minutes)
  • Car transfer to Baltra airport (15 minutes)
  • Check-in for your flight (2 hour before departure)


Meals included: B/--/--


Note: Arrival and departure times will be given once your flight is confirmed.


IMPORTANT NOTES :  


Our Active Safari itinerary allows you to fully customize your trip to Santa Cruz based on your interests and needs. You will have the opportunity to explore the island with a private guide at your own pace, giving you greater flexibility in your travels. This safari includes a variety of experiences such as:


  • A tour of the farm
  • Visiting the giant tortoise reserve
  • The Twin Craters walk
  • Lava Java Organic Coffee Plantation Tour
  • Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Station
  • Naturalist Walk (Full or Half Day)
  • Exploring the east (Full or Half Day)
  • Tortuga Bay (Full or Half Day)
  • Garrapatero Beach (Full or Half Day)
  • Biking
  • Snorkelling
  • Kayaking
  • Surfing lessons (*extra cost)
  • Scuba-diving (*extra cost)


Schedules :


Check in : 12.30 pm

Check out : 11.00 am


Included:

  • Safari Tented Accommodation
  • Airport VIP services in Baltra
  • Meals as per the itinerary above
  • Water, tea and coffee readily available all-day long
  • Private transfers & ground transportation
  • English-speaking naturalist guide
  • Activities and visits detailed in the itinerary

Not included:

  • Flights Quito-Baltra-Quito
  • Park Entrance Fees
  • TCT cards
  • Beverages
  • Laundry service
  • Insurance (prior to your journey please ensure your travel insurance is valid in your country of origin)
  • Gratuities

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Flexible and personalised, land and sea safaris in the Galapagos Islands. 🐬🦭🌊🐠


Bordering the pristine National Park, and nestled into the wild highlands of Santa Cruz Island, in the heart of the Galapagos Islands, our family-owned safari camp is ideally located - private, quiet, and far from the crowds of Puerto Ayora - making it the ​ideal base and perfect springboard for discovering the other-worldly landscapes, unique wildlife and spell-binding magic of this remote archipelago, made famous by Charles Darwin nearly two centuries ago.


We are passionate about creating tailor-made Safaris, moments for you and your loved ones to have fun, connect and explore our wild world of incredible natural encounters.


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Galapagos Safari Camp

Flexible and personalised, land and sea safaris in the Galapagos Islands. 🐬🦭🌊🐠


Bordering the pristine National Park, and nestled into the wild highlands of Santa Cruz Island, in the heart of the Galapagos Islands, our family-owned safari camp is ideally located - private, quiet, and far from the crowds of Puerto Ayora - making it the ​ideal base and perfect springboard for discovering the other-worldly landscapes, unique wildlife and spell-binding magic of this remote archipelago, made famous by Charles Darwin nearly two centuries ago.


We are passionate about creating tailor-made Safaris, moments for you and your loved ones to have fun, connect and explore our wild world of incredible natural encounters.


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Reviews

Krysten W

An Amazing Place!

It’s hard to explain the magic of Galapagos Safari Camp. It was truly a special place and you feel it from the second you step off the plane. The entire process from getting off the plane to getting to the camp was seamless. The staff at GSC has truly thought of every detail and taken the stress out of traveling. The camp itself was meticulously taken care of and the staff was extremely warm and welcoming. We stayed as part of their relaxation package which was an add on to our trip to the islands. We were able to relax, enjoy the views and experience some AMAZING cocktails in the lodge. I can’t recommend GSC enough. From the unbelievable food to the care and thought the staff put into every detail of our stay. You can’t go wrong with GSC and will be so happy you stayed.

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Trip823620

A Place to Make Outstanding Memories!!

This was my husband's and my 3rd adventure to the The Galapagos, However, this trip was for one of our Grandson's High School Graduation gift. We wanted to take him someplace where he would see things he had never seen before, learn about things he never realized he had an interest in, spend time alone with him and yet give him the opportunity to do things he enjoys doing like snorkeling and scuba diving
From the moment we arrived on the ""Camp's "" property we were pampered. Alejandra made sure of it. She sat with us and planned our tours for the next several days, By no way were these routine tours that were given to us. Example, at the last minute our Grandson decided he wanted to do some scuba diving. Alejandra , went to work trying to find an opening with a reputable dive company. It was all taken care of by the time we returned from our daily tour. A memory our grandson will never forget as he saw a giant manta, Hammerhead sharks and so much more. She went over the menu for dinner daily to make sure each of us approved of it. I am Gluten free and every meal had home baked gluten free breads just for me. I had everything my grandson and husband had only it was prepared Gluten Free . As for the food, the meals were outstanding. My husband and I have spent a lot of time in Quito over the years and never did we experience such culinary excellence in Ecuador. If you can get Horae to strum a few tunes for you after dinner it is a real treat ( He also makes a great Mohito )!! At night when we got into our bed there was always an extra little touch thrown in for comfort. A hot water bottle was placed under the covers in the bed ( where your feet would be),
The internet is in and out , there is no TV, and yet an 18 year old had no problem living without internet, Wifi ,TV and cell service for a week! We played Chess, stargazed, and had discussions about our dreams and goals. It was one of the best trips we have ever experienced!! And it is an Experience.

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melim9048

Luxury in the Galapagos Highlands

The Galapagos Safari Camp (GSC) was the most amazing, beautiful, and personalized hotel experience. The tents were the definition of "glamping" with a comfortable bed, a beautiful view from the patio, and regular turn over service with little messages from the staff. The hostess, Alejandra, has a warm and welcoming personality, she clearly has a passion for her job, the Galapagos, and interacting with the guests. She was also very accommodating to our wishes for our stay. Jorge was the bartender and gave great wine recommendations and was just a cool guy. The food was delicious, a truly gourmet experience. All the staff at GSC were courteous and warm. Our guide, Xavier, rounded out our experience - he was thoughtful, funny, and most importantly, perceptive to our needs and feelings. Finally, my partner and I just got engaged, so for our final night, the GSC staff organized a romantic, private dinner that was unforgettable. Overall, I want to return to the Galapagos and hope to stay at GSC again!

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