Highest Rated Complete Galapagos Tour
12 Day Custom Tour
From $14,700
Luxury Tour of Galapagos Islands & Ecuador
13 Day Custom Tour
From $15,900
Bird Watchers Tour of Galapagos and Ecuador
13 Day Custom Tour
From $15,900
Exclusive Land Based Tour of Galapagos Islands
12 Day Custom Tour
From $14,700
Ecuador's Haciendas & Galapagos Tour for Senior Travelers
14 Day Custom Tour
From $17,100
Galapagos Liveaboard Cruise: Diving & Land Excursions
13 Day Custom Tour
From $15,900
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An adventurous vacation such as one to the Galapagos Islands and Ecuador requires impeccable planning to make everything happen without a hitch.
With the help of the Galapagos Travel Guide you can understand the options available to you before you begin to plan.
When you are ready, submit a Trip Request and get connected with a local specialist who will lay out all of the options that fit your preferences.
Renowned for unique wildlife, inspiring scenery, and vibrant colors, the best time to visit the Galapagos Islands reflects the regional diversity and natural wonder for which the archipelago is known.
The region has become emblematic of biodiversity with sweeping panoramas, leading to famous blue-footed boobies or barking sea lions and crystal-clear waters, giving you a view of green sea turtles. The natural splendor is enhanced by the tropical climate that has helped shape the landscapes of the individual islands.
Depending on your travel goals, this guide can help you determine your best time to visit Ecuador, as well as the best time of the year to go to the Galapagos.
The seven best places to visit in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands capture your imagination and inspire you to see the world differently.
Wildlife is unique in this corner of the globe and feels different from anything you know. Instead of the idyllic tropics, you find moonscapes thriving with fragile ecosystems, near-mythological biodiversity welcoming you to the national park, and wilderness springing to life at all hours of the day.
Use this guide to the must-see destinations of Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands to find the wonders of life, culture, and nature as you consider your plans.
Our steps for planning your perfect Galapagos trip can unveil Ecuador’s vibrant wonders, where diverse ecosystems and captivating cultures converge. With architectural treasures featuring Spanish colonial centers, white-sand beaches edging crystal-clear waters, and fascinating wildlife from sea turtles to tropical birds, visiting Ecuador reveals adventure and discovery.
From trekking volcanic slopes and wandering the Amazon rainforest to the ultimate exploration of the Galapagos Islands, you will find untouched splendor on your trip. Ecuador’s allure is not just limited to the Galapagos Islands and instead captures the diversity of the country’s scenery.
With remarkable volcanoes high in the Andes and a position set along the equator, Ecuador is a year-round destination, wit...
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.88 stars based on 243 reviews.
Zicasso's trip planner is excellent! She planned a personalized itinerary for me and my family, with activities for all different ages in our travel group. We truly enjoyed our experience in Quito and the Galápagos Islands.
Our tour guide did a wonderful job taking us around Quito and ensuring we got to fully experience the city (including historical landmarks and local spots). In addition, one of our family members had altitude sickness and he put a lot of effort into helping her get assistance and even medical care in the airport.
Five stars for our agent and our guide.
Reviewed By Usha R.
The plan by Zicasso's trip planner and the help he provided during our trip were invaluable. Unfortunately, my sister and I overestimated our abilities and underestimated our physical stamina. As he suggested, five days in the Galápagos would have been plenty. The Amazon trip was quite arduous for us, but the guide was fantastic. The Machu Picchu guide was fantastic. All our guides enjoy their work. More attention could have been paid to the altitude. My sister was sick most of the trip. We should have paid more attention to that before the trip.
Reviewed By Jacqueline J.
We had a fantastic trip and a great Zicasso travel agent.
Reviewed By Ambili G.
All of the guides were friendly and knowledgeable. Zicasso's travel company provided a great selection of activities and accommodations. All flights were on time and went smoothly.
Reviewed By Bruce M.
The trip was wonderful. We had an excellent time, with great recommendations and guides. It exceeded expectations. Our Zicasso travel agent and her company were very organized and the app they used was very beneficial. They handled every detail and were available for any troubleshooting. They worked with us to craft an itinerary that was exactly what we wanted and were excellent communicators. Highly recommended!
Reviewed By Jess M.
We (me and my husband) took our seven-year-old to visit Machu Picchu and the Galápagos for two weeks. The trip was initially booked through Zicasso, who then referred us to our travel agent, who fine-tuned our itinerary to make all three of us happy, and it was great. We had nothing to worry about. Once we landed in Lima, the rest was like autopilot. Our drivers were ready, the hotels were amazing, and the food was awesome. They even helped us check in bags at the airports and printed our boarding passes for us since we didn’t speak much Spanish.
My son had a blast in the Galápagos. His eyes got so big, once he got to officially snorkel, after seeing all those beautiful animals underwater. He loves nature and he got to go hiking and see all kinds of animals every day. Altitude sickness was real in Machu Picchu, but a little water and a little rest fixed it.
Reviewed By Shirley B.