{"id":1755,"date":"2021-02-17T03:22:00","date_gmt":"2021-02-17T03:22:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/?p=1755"},"modified":"2021-07-19T17:05:52","modified_gmt":"2021-07-19T17:05:52","slug":"cruise-or-land-based-tours-in-galapagos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/cruise-or-land-based-tours-in-galapagos\/","title":{"rendered":"Galapagos Cruises or Land Tours?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Visiting the famous Galapagos Islands<\/b> is one of those dream vacations<\/b>, where in addition to relaxing, you can discover wonderful<\/b> and photogenic landscapes<\/b>. Obviously, you can also see endemic and unique animal species<\/a><\/b> in the world. To be able to explore these magical islands there is an essential question, Galapagos cruise or island hopping tours.<\/strong> What is the best option to explore the archipelago?<\/o:p><\/p>\n

Each option will take you to the best adventure<\/b>, so special that you will want to live it many more times. Below we will show you the strengths <\/b>of each alternative so that you can make your decision<\/b> and encourage yourself to live the experience that will mark your life<\/b>.<\/o:p><\/p>\n

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Seeing giant tortoises in their natural state is an activity that you can do both in a Galapagos cruise or Island hopping tours.<\/p><\/div>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.8.2″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”15px” header_2_font=”|700||on|||||” header_2_text_color=”#000000″ header_2_font_size=”21px” header_2_letter_spacing=”1px” header_2_line_height=”1.1em” header_3_text_color=”#023570″ text_orientation=”justified”]<\/p>\n

Cruise trip<\/b><\/h2>\n

A cruise trip offers you a different experience<\/b> and depending on the categories<\/a><\/b> that exist in the Galapagos Islands, you can satisfy your needs for comfort<\/b> or luxury<\/b>.<\/o:p><\/p>\n

On board a cruise, the adventures and expeditions will always be unique, for example: kayaking<\/b>, paddle surfing<\/b> or snorkeling<\/a> <\/b>on a paradisiacal island<\/b> far from the populated centers is part of the daily activities. In addition, the perfect complement to a cruise trip is the personalized attention<\/b> of the crew and the naturalist guide<\/b> in charge of planning all the activities of this unforgettable experience<\/b>.<\/o:p><\/p>\n

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Personalized service is one of the key features of the Galapagos cruises for 16 passengers.<\/p><\/div>\n

Cruises offer you itineraries<\/b> of 4 to 8 days. However, you can combine two options and get an experience of up to 15 days<\/b> designed to explore unimaginable places<\/b> and reach the most remote islands<\/a><\/b> of the archipelago.<\/o:p><\/p>\n

Generally, the rates for these types of tours are all included<\/b> (meals, excursions, activities, and information sessions). You can find the best rates<\/b> if you book early<\/b> or accept last-minute deals<\/b>.<\/o:p><\/p>\n

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July, August, and September are the perfect months for Humpback Whales spotting in Galapagos, because the sea has food richer, and they take advantage of shallow waters.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Island Hopping \/ Daily Tours\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The Island Hopping \/ Daily Tours in the Galapagos Islands are an alternative<\/b> that will allow you to know the main inhabited islands<\/b> and those closest to them. Through these types of tours, you can better control your time<\/b> and choose the activities you want to do according to your interests<\/b>. In addition, it gives you the possibility to socialize and meet local people<\/b>, who by the way, are very warm and friendly<\/b>.<\/o:p><\/p>\n

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In the main inhabited islands such as Santa Cruz, San Crist\u00f3bal, and Isabela, you can find a wide variety of hotels and restaurants facing the sea and other exclusive areas of each island.<\/p><\/div>\n

Generally, these tours begin on the islands of Santa Cruz<\/b>, San Crist\u00f3bal,<\/b> or Isabela Island<\/b>, where in addition to accommodation that varies in categories and prices, you can find restaurants and visit designated sites<\/b> for certain activities such as hiking<\/b>, flora and fauna observation<\/b>, snorkeling, among others.<\/o:p><\/p>\n

To carry out this type of personalized tours<\/b>, you will have to spend a few nights and settle on one of the inhabited islands, and during the day you can visit the main nearby islands<\/b>.<\/o:p><\/p>\n

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In several visitor sites of the Galapagos Islands, you must have the assistance of a Naturalist Guide certified by the Galapagos National Park.<\/p><\/div>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.8.2″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”15px” header_2_font=”|700||on|||||” header_2_text_color=”#000000″ header_2_font_size=”21px” header_2_letter_spacing=”1px” header_2_line_height=”1.1em” header_3_text_color=”#023570″ text_orientation=”justified”]<\/p>\n

Key Features<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Each type of tour will take you through beautiful sites<\/b> in the Galapagos Islands and depending on your budget<\/b>, type of activity you want to do, or if you just want to connect with nature<\/b>, you will make the decision that best suits your expectations<\/b>. Here is some valuable information that, according to our experience as specialists<\/b> in the Galapagos Islands, will help you plan<\/b> your next trip to the most famous natural laboratory <\/b>in the world:<\/o:p><\/p>\n

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DIFFERENCES BETWEEN CRUISE TRIP<\/strong><\/h3>\n

AND ISLAND HOPPING TOURS<\/strong><\/o:p><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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  • Watch a greater number of species of fauna and flora.<\/b><\/li>\n
  • <\/b><\/o:p>Explore different areas of the archipelago and also the most remote islands<\/b> (the transfer from island to island takes place at night) within the Galapagos National Park.<\/li>\n
  • <\/o:p>Activities scheduled<\/b> at each visitor site.<\/li>\n
  • <\/o:p>All meals<\/b> are included.<\/li>\n
  • <\/o:p>All activities<\/b> (snorkel, kayak, paddleboard, panga rides) are included. Conditions may apply.<\/li>\n
  • <\/o:p>More complete experience<\/b>, service on board, comfort, gastronomy, specialized staff, etc.<\/li>\n
  • <\/o:p>Bilingual naturalist guides<\/b>, one for every 16 passengers.<\/li>\n
  • <\/o:p>The cost is higher (you can get good deals if you book in advance<\/b>)<\/li>\n
  • <\/o:p>Departures on fixed dates<\/b>, you must find the one that fits your vacation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ISLAND HOPPING \/ DAILY TOURS:<\/o:p><\/b><\/td>\n\n