Galapagos
SMILE. YOU’VE LANDED IN THE GALAPAGOS.
The Galapagos Islands, also known as the “Enchanted Isles”, offer some of the world’s best wildlife viewing. UNESCO declared the islands a World Heritage Site in 1975, and a Biosphere Reserve in 1985.
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LANGUAGE SPANISH
CURRENCY US DOLLAR
READ MY FATHER’S ISLAND
TASTE ENCEBOLLADO
SIP COLADA MORADA
EXPERIENCE SNORKEL WITH SEA LIONS
The archipelago and surrounding waters are also a national park, marine reserve, and whale sanctuary. Under the supervision of licensed naturalist guides, visitors can swim with sea lions, witness avian mating rituals, and learn about the unique adaptations of resident species.

Penguins, blue-footed boobies, land and marine iguanas, tortoises, flamingos, and whale sharks can be observed here in close proximity. The islands are located in the equatorial Eastern Pacific, 604 miles west of the Ecuadorian coast.

The archipelago consists of 13 main islands, six junior islands and over 100 islets and large rocks spread out over 45,000 square miles of ocean. These volcanic islands began to emerge between five and ten million years ago. The youngest islands, Fernandina and Isabela, continue to grow with new volcanic eruptions.

The Galapagos Islands are a year-round destination with two distinct seasons. During the warm season (December to May) temperatures hover in the 80’s and 90’s. Rainfall is uncommon but strong, with water temperatures near the surface averaging 75°. The Garua, or cool season (June to November) brings fog, drizzles and cool winds.

Air temperatures reach the 70’s and water temperatures fall to the 60’s. These months are the height of the breeding season for many of the island’s avian species. The Galapagos can be reached by air from Quito (three hours) and Guayaquil (1.5 hours) via daily flights. Airports are located on Baltra and San Cristobal islands.

Most visitors embark on three, four, or seven-day cruises. Many of these programs visit the major island cluster, offering daily guided wildlife and geology tours. If you’re interested in diving, longer cruises to the outlying islands are available. LANDED offers hotel and lodge options, as well as private yacht charters.

LANDED plans itineraries and arranges travel throughout the Galapagos and mainland Ecuador. We offer private charter, luxury accommodations and land-based options. Extensions to Machu Picchu in neighboring Peru are available. Contact us at 801.582.2100 for more information.
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PIKAIA LODGE
Pikaia Lodge is the most luxurious property in the Galapagos. Completed in 2014, Pikaia has since earned a reputation for comfort, cuisine, and top-notch excursions.
—— THE ISLANDS
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS AND SPECIES
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS FAMILY TRAVEL ALBUM
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS PACKING LIST
GALAPAGOS YACHT CHARTERS
GALAPAGOS: TRAVEL PIONEER PODCAST
PRIVATE TOURS IN THE GALAPAGOS
VISITING GALAPAGOS WITH KIDS
WHEN TO VISIT THE GALAPAGOS
—— CRUISE OPTIONS
ALYA MOTOR CATAMARAN
CAMILA TRIMARAN
CORAL I AND CORAL II
CORMORANT MOTOR CATAMARAN
EVOLUTION MOTOR YACHT
GALAPAGOS ELITE
GALAPAGOS ENDEMIC
GALAPAGOS SEA STAR JOURNEY
GALAPAGOS SEAMAN JOURNEY
GRACE CHARTER YACHT
GRAND MAJESTIC
INFINITY MOTOR YACHT
INTEGRITY MOTOR YACHT
ISABELA II
LA PINTA YACHT
LEGEND GALAPAGOS
NATURAL PARADISE
OCEAN SPRAY MOTOR CATAMARAN
ORIGIN GALAPAGOS
PASSION MOTOR YACHT
PETREL MOTOR CATAMARAN
SANTA CRUZ II
STELLA MARIS MOTOR YACHT
THEORY
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FINCH BAY HOTEL
GALAPAGOS SAFARI CAMP
IGUANA CROSSING
PIKAIA LODGE
ROYAL PALM HOTEL
SCALESIA LODGE
—— COMBINE WITH
COASTAL ECUADOR
MASHPI LODGE
NORTH OF QUITO
QUITO
TRAVEL
GUIDES

GALAPAGOS YACHT CHARTERS
Are you looking for a private Galapagos yacht charter?
Galapagos luxury charters of motor yachts, catamarans, trimarans, and masted sailing ships can all be arranged for private multi-day cruises in the Galapagos Islands.