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LAST MINUTE DEALS 2024
Last-minute Galapagos cruise deals are offered to promote new, last-minute, or special cruises and to ensure tour operators can maintain quality services at the best prices, without having to recover costs from vacant positions.
Therefore, below you will find some last-minute special offers for Galapagos. Please note that all cruises and trips are subject to availability on the required travel date, and especially the spaces for last-minute deals are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. We offer the best cruise prices to Galapagos in 2024 and personalized attention in the market.
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Plan and organize your trip according to your personal preferences and interests, and create your own adventure in the Galapagos and South America to enjoy unforgettable experiences!
When you finally embark on the Galapagos adventure you’ve been dreaming of, you deserve to experience the very best of the islands. You’ll discover breathtaking landscapes, have close encounters with wildlife, dive into the marine world, and relax in accommodations as unique as the islands themselves. You’ll gain access to the hidden gems of the archipelago and enjoy the freedom to explore them your own way.
Snorkeling and Diving in Galapagos
The Galapagos Marine Reserve is located 1,000 kilometers from mainland Ecuador and was officially established in 1998. In 2001, it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On January 14, 2022, it was expanded to its current size of 198,000 km², making it the second-largest reserve in the world, created to protect its unique biodiversity, including key migratory routes of iconic species such as hammerhead sharks, sea turtles, giant whale sharks, and manta rays. The islands’ strategic location at the convergence of several ocean currents creates a mix of cold and warm waters which, along with an incredible abundance of plankton, has enabled the arrival and settlement of species from different areas of the Pacific Ocean. This makes the reserve a vital marine sanctuary, home to nearly 3,000 marine species including dolphins, sea lions, fur seals, and even penguins.
In certain areas of the Galapagos Marine Reserve, visitors can dive or snorkel and encounter a wide variety of aquatic species living underwater—from small, colorful tropical fish to large marine mammals. The most unique species in the Galapagos is the marine iguana, due to its amphibious nature. It is the only known lizard that can feed both in the water and on land. While most tours include snorkeling activities near the islands, divers in the Galapagos can choose between liveaboard diving cruises and daily dive tours. Liveaboard cruises are the only way to access Darwin and Wolf due to their remote location, and they are suitable only for experienced divers. Daily dive tours offer a wide range of routes with varying levels of difficulty.
Traveler Experiences who explored the Galapagos Islands with us
Let us plan and organize your ideal trip to the Galapagos Islands and become part of the hundreds of clients who have enjoyed their adventure on one of our cruises and tours to the Enchanted Islands. We invite you to read our travelers’ reviews:
Great memories
Mónica was always for us available, all the staff of Galaxy Orion were really great and we had wonderful days in the boat and in Galapagos. Many thanks for all
Reservei minha viagem à Amazônia com o…
Reservei minha viagem à Amazônia com o José. Ele sugeriu vários planos de viagem e sempre respondeu às minhas perguntas muito rápido. Além disso, ele me atendeu em português, o que foi muito tranquilizador. Obrigado!
A empresa foi comunicativa desde o…
A empresa foi comunicativa desde o primeiro contato. Tivemos uma ótima experiencia com o Joseph que nos orientou sobre todos os passeios e nos auxiliou em nosso roteiro fantástico. Excelente!!!
Mi viaje con Responsible Travel
Al haber contratado un plan con Responsible Travel me di cuenta de su organización y de como pueden recomenrdarte las mejores opciones para conocer el Ecuador. Definitivamente los volveré a contratar para un futuro.
Gran tour en barco de última hora
Fue una reserva de última hora de un tour en barco por Galápagos y nos ayudaron en todo momento. Grandes profesionales y el tour fue maravilloso
World's best travel agency!!!
After several months searching for a reputable tour agency in Ecuador I was lucky to have found Responsible Travel Ecuador. This agency was by far everything I could have asked for and more! My experience with this agency started with Anthony. I told him everything I was looking forward to doing in Ecuador and within days he came back with an amazing intininary. What I liked was that they were all private tours where I can go at my own pace. That was one thing I really liked about this agency. Another thing I really liked was how Anthony pushed me to go out of my comfort zone and visit Cuyabeno. I doubted him like I haven't doubted anyone ever in my life. He assured me it would be the best part of my visit and it was. When Anthony left, Karem took over seemlessly. The communication between the two was obviously there because Karen knew my dietary needs and requests. Everything I discussed with Anthony, Karem already knew. Both Anthony and Karem we're quick and through in answering my questions and my doubts day or night. I never felt alone at any point in this planning process or during my trip. Someone's always there to watch out after you. The hotels they chose were beautiful and extremely comfortable. The area in which the hotels were located were safe and there was a lot nearby to do. The day I was flying to Quito I found out there were a lot of landslides and we had to take an alternative route to the Amazon rainforest and back to Quito. This would have caused me to miss my flight. I contacted Karem and told her my concerns. She worked very hard to switch my intininary and within 20 minutes came back with a new plan. Karem took time out of her busy schedule to come to my hotel the morning I landed to meet me and talk with me. This really helped me relax more. I am amazed at how personalized they made this trip and what a great job they did! The attention to detail is impeccable! The driver and guide, Francisco, was absolutely wonderful and welcoming as well. His English was amazing! We enjoyed numerous laughs throughout this whole trip! The food and the people in Ecuador and the country in itself are absolutely amazing! I could not have asked for anything more! I will definitely be returning for sure. I have not stopped thinking about Ecuador since I left and what a blessing this agency has been.
Visiting the Galápagos islands aboard…
Visiting the Galápagos islands aboard the Bonita yacht was the best decision I could have made while visiting Ecuador. It was an incredible experience that I will be thinking about until I am able to come back again. I want to thank my wonderful agent Anthony for his help in booking. He is very knowledgeable and ensured that the planning process was a breeze. Anthony checked in with us every step of the way to make sure that we were prepared and comfortable throughout the whole trip. I also want to thank the wonderful crew: Cris, Diana, Cap. Joffre, Diego, Carlos, Marcos, Marcelo, Jairo, Chef Homar, and Chef Danny. Without them, the trip would not have been as amazing and unforgettable as it was. Cris was an awesome, patient, and fun guide that explained the history and fun facts of the island very well! Chef Homar and Chef Danny cooked all our delicious meals and Chef Homar even shared with us a lesson in salsa dancing! Diana made sure that everyone was taken care of and the rest of the crew made sure that everything was smooth sailing! I can tell that this crew is really close and that they enjoy working together! I cannot recommend this experience enough, from the blue footed boobies, to the giant tortoises, to swimming with the hammerhead sharks! I hope to come back one day and bring my family and when I do, I will make sure to book with Anthony again at Responsible Travel Ecuador!
Touring Ecuador from Canada
The arrangements were done seamlessly from our home country (Canada) and our guide Mateo punctual, knowledgeable and helpful throughout our trip that involved cities, highland, Amazon, as well as Cotopaxi and Quilatoa hikes. We wanted to support a local Ecuadorian business and they also provided more value than other companies we contacted.
An Unforgettable Experience in Ecuador…
An Unforgettable Experience in Ecuador & the Galápagos Our vacation in Ecuador and the Galápagos was absolutely amazing. We completely fell in love with the country, its people, and especially the incredible animals of the Galápagos—everything was far beyond our expectations. We were lucky to have such wonderful guides. Francesco was much more than a guide; he truly wanted us to experience the real Ecuador. He introduced us to local food, took us to buy fresh fruits, and shared so many typical Ecuadorian dishes. By the end of the trip, he felt like a true friend. In the jungle, Miquel was an excellent guide. We give him huge credit for learning English by himself—his effort and dedication were impressive, and he made our time in the jungle even more special. We also really enjoyed spending time with Dave. His deep knowledge about Ecuador amazed us, and the hike (climbing) near Cotopaxi was, without a doubt, one of the best attractions of the entire trip. Cecilia was wonderful as well. She took great care of us during our transfers from the jungle to Quito and beyond, always making sure everything went smoothly. The Galápagos Islands were simply breathtaking. Seeing the animals up close was a once-in-a-lifetime experience and even more incredible than we had imagined. This trip gave us memories we will never forget. Ecuador and the Galápagos stole our hearts, and we cannot recommend this experience enough. The trip to North Seymour in the Galápagos was the best experience of our lives—seeing the wildlife so close was unforgettable.”
Colombia trip with RT
This is the second time I used this agency. First time for 2 weeks trip in Chile and this time for a week trip in Colombia, Cartagena, Santa Marta& Tayrona. I definitely plan on continuing to use their services. The staff is amazing, great communication at all times and all the guides went above and beyond. Reliable, great agency with personalized tours based on your needs.
Mi tour a la selva con Responsible Travel fue excelente todo lo que ofrecieron fue cumplido y la experiencia en el Cuyabeno fue maravillosa , 100% recomendado!!
Responsible travel et Cynthia plus particulierement, nous ont grandement aidé pour la réservation d’une croisière de plongée aux galapagos. Leur aide a été particulierement précieuse afin que l’on puisse en réserver une à nos dates et à des prix acceptables. Ensuite ils se sont occupés de toutes les démarches pour nous pour pouvoir entrer aux galapagos, ce qui nous a grandement simplifié l’organisation, on n’avait qu’à se laisser porter et profiter de la croisière et des galapagos qui sont vraiment incroyables.
Excelente experiencia.
Excelente experiencia. Toda la planificación fue impecable, desde las conversaciones iniciales con Álvaro para diseñar el viaje y definir las actividades, hasta la coordinación en destino a cargo de Sebastián, quien nos recibió y estuvo pendiente de los hoteles, excursiones y traslados. No se omitió ni un solo detalle; todo fluyó de manera organizada, puntual y sin contratiempos. Altamente recomendados.
I planned a trip to South America at the last minute, and Gaby was incredible! She created an amazing itinerary with me where I was able to go to Quito, the Galapagos islands, and Cuzco Peru. It was a truly unforgettable trip, and I would strongly recommend that you consider Gaby for your next South American adventure. She can help as little or as much as you need and is extremely responsive. I am a big fan of hers now!
Excellent service by Riwal
Excellent service by Riwal. I would highly recommend requesting him! We did a 3 week trip of Easter island, Atacama Desert and Bird watching in Paraguay. The pace of the trip was relaxed and covered everything there was to see. There was also free time to relax. Riwal was very accommodating with all of my requests and was always available and responded promptly on WhatsApp. We requested interacting with Local Guarani people and I recommend this be a mandatory activity in Paraguay. It is the only way to see and understand the real situation of the indigenous.
From start to finish, Responsible travel was amazing. Alvaro and Jeferson planned a perfect trip to the Galápagos Islands for me and my family. The communication was fantastic during the planning of the trip. Once the trip started, our hand was held on each step/transfer. It made the whole vacation so easy. On top of it, Jeferson checked in on us via WhatsApp almost everyday. The customer service was top notch. If you want to plan a fantastic trip to Ecuador or the Galapagos, definitely ask for Alvaro and Jeferson. Trip of a lifetime! Thank you again!
Excelente y personalizado servicio por…
Excelente y personalizado servicio por parte de Cynthia. El crucero fue fenomenal así como vuelos, traslados, guías y comidas. Sin sorpresas.
After several months searching for a reputable tour agency in Ecuador I was lucky to have found Responsible Travel Ecuador. This agency was by far everything I could have asked for and more! My experience with this agency started with Anthony. I told him everything I was looking forward to doing in Ecuador and within days he came back with an amazing intininary. What I liked was that they were all private tours where I can go at my own pace. That was one thing I really liked about this agency. Another thing I really liked was how Anthony pushed me to go out of my comfort zone and visit Cuyabeno. I doubted him like I haven't doubted anyone ever in my life. He assured me it would be the best part of my visit and it was. When Anthony left, Karem took over seemlessly. The communication between the two was obviously there because Karen knew my dietary needs and requests. Everything I discussed with Anthony, Karem already knew. Both Anthony and Karem we're quick and through in answering my questions and my doubts day or night. I never felt alone at any point in this planning process or during my trip. Someone's always there to watch out after you. The hotels they chose were beautiful and extremely comfortable. The area in which the hotels were located were safe and there was a lot nearby to do. The day I was flying to Quito I found out there were a lot of landslides and we had to take an alternative route to the Amazon rainforest and back to Quito. This would have caused me to miss my flight. I contacted Karem and told her my concerns. She worked very hard to switch my intininary and within 20 minutes came back with a new plan. Karem took time out of her busy schedule to come to my hotel the morning I landed to meet me and talk with me. This really helped me relax more. I am amazed at how personalized they made this trip and what a great job they did! The attention to detail is impeccable! The driver and guide, Francisco, was absolutely wonderful and welcoming as well. His English was amazing! We enjoyed numerous laughs throughout this whole trip! The food and the people in Ecuador and the country in itself are absolutely amazing! I could not have asked for anything more! I will definitely be returning for sure. I have not stopped thinking about Ecuador since I left and what a blessing this agency has been.
Paul our agent was wonderful; very friendly and went above and beyond to help us organise a dream holiday.
Why choose Galapagos Cruises?
Vacationing in the Galapagos Islands is a unique opportunity to observe and experience animals in their natural habitat. Here, you’ll have the chance to: swim with playful sea lions, relax near the giant Galapagos tortoises, enjoy the deep blue sea, watch the friendly iguanas, and take part in other exciting activities. Discover the wildlife of Galapagos on a cruise.
The Galapagos Islands, located in Ecuador, are considered an exclusive and off-the-beaten-path travel option. To help you prepare for this exciting adventure, we provide information about travel on the islands, their flora and fauna, history and climate, as well as flights, a recommended packing list, travel plan, and the national park rules.
Some reasons to take your trip
VISIT A UNIQUE PLACE
The Galapagos are known as the “Enchanted Islands” due to their remote location. Historically, a 1589 map by Ortelius described them as islands that appear and disappear as if by magic—a phenomenon attributed to shifting ocean currents. This isolation has allowed the flora and fauna of the Galapagos to evolve without human interference, resulting in a pristine environment. Here, you can get close to the animals, as they have been isolated for millennia without natural predators.
CUSTOMIZED TRIP
Your trip to the Galapagos will be a wonderful opportunity to explore the islands’ abundant flora and fauna alongside your local guide. Swim and dive in the Pacific Ocean. You’ll discover a whole new world of tropical marine wildlife in the Galapagos Marine Reserve. With a bit of luck, you’ll be swimming just a few meters from a sea turtle—or even one of the playful sea lions. Enjoy a comfortable stay in cozy hotels on one or more of the islands, with excursions to the Galapagos National Park and the marine reserve. The park’s trained guides will share their knowledge of the islands’ ecosystem and lead you to the best spots for wildlife encounters. You can choose from organized programs with fixed group departures or create your own itinerary with a mix of tours and free days, tailored to your preferences.
FIRST CLASS EXPERIENCE
A cruise to the Galapagos is undoubtedly the most popular and highly recommended way to visit the Galapagos Islands. You can sail aboard one of the comfortable yachts to visit a greater variety of islands and see a much wider diversity of wildlife. In fact, it’s the only possible way to reach some of the more remote islands. To ensure you find the right cruise in the Galapagos, we warmly invite you to explore our wide selection of over 50 yachts, sailboats, and Galapagos cruises. After the cruise, enjoy a few extra days on the islands—whether to relax on the beaches or to continue exploring Galapagos on a personalized tour.
What to do in the Islas Galápagos en 2025?
Explore the islands of the Galapagos archipelago on a Responsible Travel cruise. In our blogs you will learn whether your cruise will dock in small harbors and anchor in secluded bays with long white sandy beaches. While cruising among the islands, you will be entertained as whales, dolphins and flying fish will accompany your journey.
Practical tips to enjoy your stay in the Galapagos in the best way.
A Reliable Travel Operator
At Responsible Travel, we strive to provide authentic, exclusive, unique, and meaningful experiences on land and sea for adventurous travelers like you. For over 15 years, we’ve been serving those who prefer to be travelers rather than tourists. Globetrotters from around the world come to us seeking depth and contrast: meaningful connections with people and the environment, well-equipped accommodations, unmatched activities, high-quality local and international cuisine, and breathtaking wildlife encounters. As a result, our travelers become not only expedition enthusiasts but also conservationists. Our team—including carefully selected guides and some of the kindest, most attentive people you’ll ever meet—is passionate about sharing their land and knowledge with visitors. Whether you’re visiting the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, Chile, Colombia, Bolivia, Paraguay, or Peru, we guarantee real experiences and unforgettable memories.
Meet the team of travelers that backs us up
Karem
Travel Specialist
Spanish and English Market
Eliza
Travel Specialist
Spanish and English Market
Jazmín
Travel Specialist
Spanish and English Market
Cynthia
Travel Specialist
Spanish and English Market
The Galapagos Cruises team at Responsible Travel is made up of specialists in sustainable adventure tourism in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, and they will be your perfect support for every aspect of planning and organizing your trip.
Let us plan a complete itinerary for your vacation together, based on our years of travel experience. Your safety and enjoyment are our top priorities. Your advisor will accompany you throughout the entire process—from planning your personalized adventure, tailored to your preferences, to organizing your trip. They will even be available during your journey for any additional requests you may have, such as restaurant recommendations or extra activities. The advisor will always be reachable via WhatsApp, phone, and email.
Our team members are avid adventurers who love sharing their passion for travel and exploration—exceeding all your expectations!
You can also find us in person at the trade fairs we attend: in Madrid at FITUR and in Berlin at ITB. Please visit us at the Ecuador Stand or schedule a meeting.
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Frequently asked questions about the cruises in the Galapagos
How to get to the Galapagos
The best way to travel to the Galapagos Islands is by plane and then take a cruise in the Galapagos Islands with which you can discover all the islands, even those that are not habitable. In Galapagos Cruises Ec we have more than 100 certified cruises to enhance the experience of our customers. You can choose between tours and cruises of tourist category, superior tourist or first class tours in the Galapagos.
How much is a cruise tour in the Galapagos?
A cruise to Galapagos costs between USD $1800 to USD $2300 as a base in tourist category for 4 days, if you are looking for more complete options you can opt for a superior category above USD $2300 and if you are looking for a first class experience you can find first class Galapagos tours between USD $5300 and up. Our specialists can advise you quickly so you know which Galapagos tour or cruise suits your requirements.
What are the best dates to visit the Galapagos?
You can go to Galapagos every month of the year, but our travelers recommend tours in Galapagos between December and May because the weather conditions are more favorable and you can enjoy all the activities to the fullest.
What documents do you need to enter the Galapagos?
- Original Passport
- Ecuadorian Visa (depending on your nationality)
- Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee ($100 foreigners; $6 Ecuadorian citizens)
- Transit Control Card ($20)
What not to bring to the Galapagos Islands?
Being a protected national park, in the Galapagos Islands is prohibited the use of aquatic vehicles, submarines, jet skis and any type of aerial tourism that may exist or tour that offers this type of experience. The best way to get to know all the advantages of Galapagos is by means of a tourism cruise.
How long can I stay on tour in the Galapagos?
All individuals entering the Galapagos may stay for a maximum of 60 non-extendable days per year, in accordance with the provisions of the Galapagos Migration Control (TCT). If you plan to take one or more tours in the same year, we recommend organizing cruises or tours to the Islands for a maximum of 15 days.
How much is the lodging in the Galapagos Islands?
The average accommodation in the Galapagos is around USD $200 per night. If you choose to experience a cruise tour, you can save some money and enjoy a journey that allows you to visit several islands within the Galapagos National Park, including access to Island Hopping services. Check out the best hotels in Galapagos.
When can you see tortoises in the Galapagos?
April, May, June, June, July, August and November are the best months to see tortoises in all the islands. Our Galapagos tortoise watching tours / cruises are an ideal option to enjoy a snorkeling and giant tortoise watching experience.
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