Planning your trip to the Galapagos Islands? Not sure how to get to the archipelago? It’s simple.
Your first destination is mainland Ecuador. Whether you’re traveling from the United States, Europe or anywhere else, you should book an international flight to Guayaquil or Ecuador’s capital, Quito.
Preparing for your Galapagos trip can be overwhelming: Here are some tips that will save you some hassle in your preparation process. You want to book your cruise and international flight early. Once you have your trip confirmed, you can begin preparing.
In a letter to his sister upon a visit to South America, Charles Darwin wrote: “Think of the Andes; the luxuriant forest of the Guayaquil, the islands of the South Sea & New South Wales. How many magnificent and characteristic views… What fine opportunities for geology and studying the infinite host of living beings.”
Opportunities for geology, magnificent views, and an infinite host of living beings: This is exactly what visitors to the Galapagos Islands encounter with an eager traveler’s spirit; a spirit that encompasses the appetite for an enlightening adventure, the desire to see something for the first time, the search for an unfamiliar world. These sentiments correspond to the offering of the unique “Galapagos Experience.” Famous for its incredible biodiversity and home of Charles Darwin’s paramount observations, the archipelago enchants visitors year after year with its volcanic landscape, intriguing history, and fascinating wildlife.
