The Galápagos holidays

A trip to the Galápagos Islands – 1,000km west of mainland Ecuador – is an unforgettable experience.

These islands are renowned for their fearless wildlife and you should prepare for some extraordinary (and up close) encounters.

In the Galápagos you can snorkel with penguins and sea lions, glimpse seal pups, watch giant tortoises lumber through cactus forests and behold the courtship displays of the blue-footed booby and frigate bird.

Choose from a variety of luxury Galápagos expedition cruises and island-based expeditions to get the most from your visit.

Pinnacle Rock, Bartolome Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Mashpi Lodge & the Galápagos Islands

12-day tailor-made holiday from £8,095 pp incl. flights

Combine the history of Quito and the unique biodiversity of the Amazon with perhaps the ultimate in wildlife-watching experiences – a luxury Galápagos cruise.

Quito, Otavalo & Galápagos Island Hopping‬‬

12-day tailor-made holiday from £7,490 pp incl. flights

This is a comprehensive appreciation of the Galápagos’ natural world, taking in its spectacular scenery and wildlife on a range of guided excursions. You’ll also have time to explore Ecuador’s colonial heritage and indigenous culture.

Wonders of Peru and the Galápagos

15-day tailor-made holiday from £9,450 pp incl. flights

Take in the unique history of Peru's archaeological treasures before flying out across the Pacific for a four-night cruise exploring the wildlife-rich islands of Ecuador's Galápagos.

Grand Tour of Ecuador & the Galápagos

17-day tailor-made holiday from £10,240 pp incl. flights

Straddling the equator, mainland Ecuador hosts colonial cities, beautiful haciendas, towering volcanoes and green, steamy jungles. Combined with the incredible diversity of nature that can only be found on the Galápagos, it's a truly compelling destination.

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Top places to stay in Galápagos

Pool, Finch-Bay Eco Hotel, Puerto Ayora, Galapagos

Finch Bay Galápagos Hotel, Galápagos

Contemporary hotel

Based on the south of Santa Cruz island, this eco-friendly hotel is provides private, spacious terraces with fabulous views of the bay. Activities include kayaking, mountain biking, surfing, guided walks and sea excursions on board the hotel's own yacht.

La Pinta Yacht

Luxury cruise ship

La Pinta offers access to the Galápagos in style, and daily excursions from kayaking, glass-bottom boats to island tours.

MV Isabela II

Accommodation

Be guided by an expert naturalist through the blue waters of the Galápagos to giant turtles and mesmerising views as you kayak, snorkel and trek your way through this stunning archipelago.

Galápagos articles

Krishna's Galagos trip - October/November 2022

Trip report: The Galápagos

Travelling in late-October 2022, Wexas specialist Krishna explored Ecuador’s wildlife-rich Galápagos Islands, sailing aboard Celebrity Flora.

Trip report: Ecuador and the Galápagos

Galápagos specialist Debbie Mayger recently visited the Galápagos Islands and Ecuador's capital, Quito. Read her review of both for some honest insight into the accommodation, facilities and overall experience, as well as her advice for anybody thinking about going to visit.