{"id":328,"date":"2020-04-20T14:29:15","date_gmt":"2020-04-20T14:29:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/?p=328"},"modified":"2020-09-30T00:41:56","modified_gmt":"2020-09-30T00:41:56","slug":"best-way-to-explore-galapagos-islands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/best-way-to-explore-galapagos-islands\/","title":{"rendered":"Best way to explore Galapagos islands"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; disabled_on=&#8221;on|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_fullwidth_post_title featured_image=&#8221;off&#8221; text_color=&#8221;light&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_font=&#8221;|700||on|||||&#8221; title_text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WHICH-GALAPAGOS-CRUISE-IS-THE-BEST.jpg&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;400px|||||&#8221; title_text_shadow_style=&#8221;preset1&#8243; title_text_shadow_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; text_shadow_style=&#8221;preset1&#8243; text_shadow_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][\/et_pb_fullwidth_post_title][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; disabled_on=&#8221;off|on|on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_fullwidth_post_title featured_image=&#8221;off&#8221; text_color=&#8221;light&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_font=&#8221;|700||on|||||&#8221; title_text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/WHICH-GALAPAGOS-CRUISE-IS-THE-BEST.jpg&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;200px|||||&#8221; title_text_shadow_style=&#8221;preset1&#8243; title_text_shadow_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; text_shadow_style=&#8221;preset1&#8243; text_shadow_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][\/et_pb_fullwidth_post_title][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;6px||2px|||&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.7&#8243;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.9&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;0.5em&#8221; header_font=&#8221;|||on|||||&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;|700||on|||||&#8221; header_2_text_color=&#8221;#c29321&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||10px|||&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Stay up to date with our most recent news and updates<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_search show_button=&#8221;off&#8221; placeholder=&#8221;Search our blog&#8230;&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.9&#8243; max_width=&#8221;400px&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|50px|50px|50px|50px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;#c29321&#8243;][\/et_pb_search][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; specialty=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.9&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;5px|||||&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; specialty_columns=&#8221;3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.9&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;-3px|||||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;5px|||||&#8221;][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.9&#8243;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.0&#8243; text_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;15px&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;|700||on|||||&#8221; header_2_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; header_2_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; header_2_font_size=&#8221;21px&#8221; header_2_letter_spacing=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_2_line_height=&#8221;1.1em&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;justified&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Gal%C3%A1pagos_Islands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Galapagos Islands<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are heaven for wildlife lovers, birdwatchers, scientists, and everyone that expects a dream trip. The islands that inspired Darwin\u2019s evolution theory is a living museum where you can observe endemic species that are not found anywhere else on the planet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, the focus of any traveler will almost always focus on finding the best possible way to enjoy the destination. So immediately the doubt arises. <\/span><b>Travel by cruise or by land?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both cruises and land tours in the Galapagos Islands offer promising adventures that will forever be remembered for the majesty of the destination. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Galapagos cruises<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offer more structured itineraries that will allow you to see more islands and have the peace of mind that everything is under control. On the other hand, land-based vacations allow guests more flexibility with their itinerary and thus may offer more independence during the travel.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But there is a key to fully enjoy a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/galapagos-islands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Galapagos trip<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Which option offers best-viewing wildlife?<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_352\" style=\"width: 710px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/ecogalaxy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-352\" class=\"wp-image-352 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/ecogalaxy-1.jpg\" alt=\"EcoGalaxy Catamaran\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/ecogalaxy-1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/ecogalaxy-1-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-352\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">EcoGalaxy Catamaran<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Definitely, <\/span><b>Galapagos cruises <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are the best way to see the largest number of iconic Galapagos species in their natural habitats, as they can travel to the furthest islands in less time because of most travel at night.\u00a0 You can enjoy the wonders of an island by day and wake up to start an adventure in a new place the next morning!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, the cruise\u2019s guides are experts on the Galapagos destinations, and carefully plan out each day of the cruise to make sure that their guests see the treasures the islands can offer. Quite simply, with on a<\/span><b> cruise to Galapagos<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you will be able to immerse yourself in all the history and wonders that the islands hide.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recognize the characteristics of an Island Hopping and a Galapagos cruise, and decide which one best suits your tastes<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/\"><b>\u00a0Galapagos Cruise<\/b><\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_331\" style=\"width: 710px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-331\" class=\"wp-image-331 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/alya.jpg\" alt=\"Alya Catamaran\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/alya.jpg 700w, https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/alya-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-331\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Alya Catamaran<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/best-galapagos-luxury-cruise-5-days-itinerary\/\"><b>Itineraries: <\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Galapagos cruises<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers a complete guide to spending enough time sailing in remote islands that can only be reached by cruise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Enjoy more the landscapes:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You\u2019ll be able to get a bigger picture understanding of the islands.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Take advantage of your time:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For travelers who want to maximize their time in the Galapagos, cruises are the key.\u00a0 Because cruises navigate at night, you\u2019ll be able to awake the next morning on another destination.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Restful and relax:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you travel with a cruise director operator everything is going to be under control. Part of the cruising experience, in the Galapagos Islands, is that you get to simply sit back, relax, and enjoy.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_351\" style=\"width: 710px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/galaxy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-351\" class=\"wp-image-351 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/galaxy-1.jpg\" alt=\"Galaxy Yatch\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/galaxy-1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/galaxy-1-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-351\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Galaxy Yatch<\/p><\/div>\n<p><b>\u00a0All-inclusive: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0The itinerary is planned, meals are set, and everything you need is on the ship.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Comfort:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Aboard each cruise, you\u2019ll find relaxing accommodations, amenities, and personalized services. There are 16-passenger and 80-passenger cruises. <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/small-cruises-vs-large-cruise-ships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Small cruises<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are more private and offer an exclusive experience, with an ideal social distance guarantees safety<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Adventure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you are an ocean lover the cruises offer a wide variety of water and land activities like kayaking, snorkeling, paddleboarding, hiking, and more are available expedition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>New friends<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: exclusive cruises of only 16 passengers you can socialize with the travelers of other cultures and the crew.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Reservations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can choose the itinerary you like best and book it online. Also, the operators will offer you all the services and information before your arrival in the Galapagos Islands.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_353\" style=\"width: 710px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/bonita\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-353\" class=\"wp-image-353 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/bonita-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bonita Yatch\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/bonita-1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/bonita-1-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-353\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bonita Yatch<\/p><\/div>\n<p><b>Last-minute reservation: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On cruises, it can also be included at the last minute in discount prices, but the disadvantage is not being able to choose an itinerary, not being able to choose the cabin, and not being able to program the duration of the cruise according to the vacation plan. So it is preferable Book at least 3 months in advance because this option is the most preferred for families, groups of tourists traveling as a couple that looks for a trip without hotel, food, transportation, or security concerns.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;3px|||||&#8221;][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_cta title=&#8221;%22Air Connectivity and Extra expenses to a  Galapagos Trip%22&#8243; button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/galapagos-air-connectivity-and-extra-expenses\/&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Read more&#8230;&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; header_font=&#8221;|700||||on|||&#8221; header_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; 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The islands that inspired Darwin\u2019s evolution theory is a living museum where you can observe endemic species that are not found anywhere else on the planet.\u00a0 However, the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Gal%C3%A1pagos_Islands\"><b>Galapagos Islands<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are heaven for wildlife lovers, birdwatchers, scientists, and everyone that expects a dream trip. The islands that inspired Darwin\u2019s evolution theory is a living museum where you can observe endemic species that are not found anywhere else on the planet.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, the focus of any traveler will almost always focus on finding the best possible way to enjoy the destination. So immediately the doubt arises. <\/span><b>Travel by cruise or by land?<\/b>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both cruises and land tours in the Galapagos Islands offer promising adventures that will forever be remembered for the majesty of the destination. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/\"><b>Galapagos cruises<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offer more structured itineraries that will allow you to see more islands and have the peace of mind that everything is under control. On the other hand, land-based vacations allow guests more flexibility with their itinerary and thus may offer more independence during the travel.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But there is a key to fully enjoy a <\/span><b>Galapagos trip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Which option offers best-viewing wildlife?<\/span>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_352\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"700\"]<a href=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/ecogalaxy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img class=\"wp-image-352 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/ecogalaxy-1.jpg\" alt=\"EcoGalaxy Catamaran\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" \/><\/a> EcoGalaxy Catamaran[\/caption]\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Definitely, <\/span><b>Galapagos cruises <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are the best way to see the largest number of iconic Galapagos species in their natural habitats, as they can travel to the furthest islands in less time because of most travel at night.\u00a0 You can enjoy the wonders of an island by day and wake up to start an adventure in a new place the next morning!<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, the cruise\u2019s guides are experts on the Galapagos destinations, and carefully plan out each day of the cruise to make sure that their guests see the treasures the islands can offer. Quite simply, with on a<\/span><b> cruise to Galapagos<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you will be able to immerse yourself in all the history and wonders that the islands hide.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recognize the characteristics of an Island Hopping and a Galapagos cruise, and decide which one best suits your tastes<\/span>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/\"><b>\u00a0Galapagos Cruise<\/b><\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_331\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"700\"]<img class=\"wp-image-331 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/alya.jpg\" alt=\"Alya Catamaran\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" \/> Alya Catamaran[\/caption]\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/best-galapagos-luxury-cruise-5-days-itinerary\/\"><b>Itineraries: <\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Galapagos cruises<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers a complete guide to spending enough time sailing in remote islands that can only be reached by cruise.<\/span>\n\n<b>Enjoy more the landscapes:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You\u2019ll be able to get a bigger picture understanding of the islands.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n[grwebform url=\"https:\/\/app.getresponse.com\/view_webform_v2.js?u=wn6KX&amp;webforms_id=55181204\" css=\"on\" center=\"off\" center_margin=\"200\"\/]\n\n<b>Take advantage of your time:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For travelers who want to maximize their time in the Galapagos, cruises are the key.\u00a0 Because cruises navigate at night, you\u2019ll be able to awake the next morning on another destination.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Restful and relax:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you travel with a cruise director operator everything is going to be under control. Part of the cruising experience, in the Galapagos Islands, is that you get to simply sit back, relax, and enjoy.<\/span>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_351\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"700\"]<a href=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/galaxy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img class=\"wp-image-351 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/galaxy-1.jpg\" alt=\"Galaxy Yatch\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" \/><\/a> Galaxy Yatch[\/caption]\n\n<b>\u00a0All-inclusive: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0The itinerary is planned, meals are set, and everything you need is on the ship.<\/span>\n\n<b>Comfort:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Aboard each cruise, you\u2019ll find relaxing accommodations, amenities, and personalized services. There are 16-passenger and 80-passenger cruises. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/small-cruises-vs-cruise-line\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small cruises<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are more private and offer an exclusive experience, with an ideal social distance guarantees safety<\/span>\n\n<b>Adventure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you are ocean lover the cruises offer a wide variety of water and land activities like kayaking, snorkeling, paddleboarding, hiking, and more are available expedition.<\/span>\n\n<b>New friends<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: exclusive cruises of only 16 passengers you can socialize with the travelers of other cultures and the crew.<\/span>\n\n<b>Reservations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can choose the itinerary you like best and book it online. Also, the operators will offer you all the services and information before your arrival in the Galapagos Islands.<\/span>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_353\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"700\"]<a href=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/bonita\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img class=\"wp-image-353 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/bonita-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bonita Yatch\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" \/><\/a> Bonita Yatch[\/caption]\n\n<b>Last-minute reservation: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On cruises, it can also be included at the last minute in discount prices, but the disadvantage is not being able to choose an itinerary, not being able to choose the cabin, and not being able to program the duration of the cruise according to the vacation plan. So it is preferable Book at least 3 months in advance because this option is the most preferred for families, groups of tourists traveling as a couple that looks for a trip without hotel, food, transportation or security concerns.<\/span>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>\u00a0Island Hopping\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_253\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"700\"]<img class=\"size-full wp-image-253\" src=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/landscape.jpg\" alt=\"Island Hopping\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" \/> Island Hopping[\/caption]\n\n<b>Reservations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0 This option needs more effort because you have to book a stay in a Galapagos hotel or lodge on an island (or many stays on multiple islands), and hopping back and forth between the different islands day after day.<\/span>\n\n<b>More flexibility: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some travelers like to do everything at the last minute.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Your plans:<\/strong> You decide your plans each day, where to visit, where to go.<\/span>\n\n<b>Extra budget:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> As the islands hopping does not have a pre-established itinerary, we advise you to have an extra budget for your needs or an emergency.<\/span>\n\n<b>New friends:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if you explore the towns on your own you can socialize with the people of the community of Galapagos<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you decided on a Galapagos cruise, in this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cruisetogalapagos.com\/blog\/which-galapagos-cruise-is-the-best\/\"><b>blog<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> we give you a complete guide to find the <\/span><b>best Galapagos cruise <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for you.<\/span>\n\n[grwebform url=\"https:\/\/app.getresponse.com\/view_webform_v2.js?u=wn6KX&amp;webforms_id=55181004\" css=\"on\" center=\"off\" center_margin=\"200\"\/]","_et_gb_content_width":"2880","footnotes":""},"categories":[116,118],"tags":[21,8,31,54,70],"class_list":["post-328","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-galapagos-cruises","category-travel-tips-galapagos-cruises","tag-galapagos-cruise-boats","tag-galapagos-cruises","tag-galapagos-islands","tag-galapagos-vacations","tag-island-hopping"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v18.1 (Yoast SEO v26.9) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Best way to explore Galapagos islands<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"The Galapagos Islands are a heaven for everyone who expects a dream trip. 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