THE ONLY PERSONALIZED, SAFE AND 100% IN ENGLISH GALAPAGOS ISLANDS EPIC EXCURSION TRIP.
Experience the Galapagos islands in an epic way, safely and without any translation problems with a native citizen.
Hi, I'm Eddie, I've been a guide for people like you for more than 30 years and I can guide you on a really fun and eye-opening trip in a totally safe way.
TESTIMONIAL:
We met Eduardo by coincidence during our visit in Guayaquil. We got his card from a lady in our hotel.
This was the best what ever could happen to us!!
We booked after a short discussion with him a half day trip to a private cacao farm. What an exciting event! We wouldn’t miss any minute of the trip.
So many explanations, personal hints and answers to all of our questions.
The best came after this short trip.
Afterwards his “service” wasn’t finished: he also was supporting us to arrange an unforgettable trip to the Galápagos Islands.
To make it short. We met as business partners and left as friends.
We only can recommend to get in touch with Eddie.
Each and every buck it’s worth to spend with him.
Johannes Fitzner
0 INCIDENTS IN 30+ YEARS!
I´ve lead all kinds of groups around the city, we´ve tasted the local gastronomy, explored the city´s architectural wonders, its wildlife eith zero incidents.
YOU DON'T NEED TO KNOW A WORD OF SPANISH
Probably your spanish a bit limited, NOT a problem!
What gives the participants of my trips a great of peace of mind is that they can speak English and we understand each other 100% and I can be your translator with the local people.
And I will always be with the group to arrange all the logistics and details of our excursions,
YOU DON'T HAVE TO CONCERN YOURSELF WITH THE PHOTOGRAPHY.
I will always come along with my cameras to photograph and video every detail of our excursions. In the end all the participants will return home with a flash drive with several GB of phtos and videos
THE ITINERARY IS DESIGNED BY US TOGETHER
Everyone likes different things. Some people travel to see the architecture, others to discover new cuisines, some love to walk through new lands or maybe discover species that you have never seen before.
In this trip we are going to focus on what you like to do the most so that you have a truly memorable experience.
In Ecuador it is mandatory to vist touristic attractions with a licensed guide.
All transfers via, sea or land are included
All the excursion described (plus add-ons) are included
Accomodation on double or matrimonial rooms
Breakfast (in hotels) Lunch ( ONLY during excursions) are included there will be days in which because there is a transfer and or because of time Lunch will not be included, we´ll have to buy
Domestic flight is included (basic tariff) That is: backpack luggage, if the participants need to bring check-in luggage it will be charged to the participants
We allow this time free so the participants can have an intimate time during dinner
You will have to arrive in Guayaquil, we take it from there
Park fee and transit have to be purchased at the airport in CASH
Flight to the Galapagos islands We are going to go to the airport and there will be one of our personnel to assist the group during the three stages of the process. (Yes, there are some special procedures that we mus follow going to the Galapagos islands).
After a 100 minutes flight, we are now officially on Galapagos soil,
This island was used by the U.S.AIR FORCE during WWII and they built the original runway.
Once we arrive From Baltra´s airport until we reach today´s final destination the island of Isabela there´s an elaborate logistic
And that is exactly why we´re always there with you to guide you through in a flawless fashion.
In some parts the use of public transportattion is mandatory. When not, we use private vehicles.
Depending on our flights itinerary we will have a short adventure in Santa Cruz at the GIANT TORTOISES SANCTUARY AND VISIT THE LAVA TUBES
Then we´ll have to hurry to the south part of Santa Cruz Island then at 2:00 p.m. we take the appointed transfer to ISABELA ISLAND (a two hours fast-boat trip)
We will arrive in time to check-in in our hotel and then stroll around town to enjoy a peaceful afternoon by the shore until sunset
THIS DAY we have TWO EXCURSIONS in one day
A.M. EXCURSION:
Sierra Negra volcano.
Today´s the adventure involves a long walk whose reward is a landscape that will leave us breathless and without words to describe it.
A bus will take us to the foothills of the SIERRA NEGRA VOLCANO We start an ascending walk (5km) towards the crater of the volcano we will be at the very edge of one of the largest calderas on the planet. 10 by 7 km
We then continue the excursion with a descending walk of 3km to reach Volcán Chico: In this place, we are going to admire an overwhelming landscape: On one hand we are between lava rivers, on the other from a high view-point, we can see looking north : Elizabeth Bay, Alcedo Volcano, Darwin Volcano and Ecuador Volcano and a little to the west Fernandina Island with its homonymous volcano.
At the volcan Chico site we will see fumaroles and sulfur flows.
P.M. EXCURSION:
Afetr this amazing excursion we prepare for the trip to ISLET TINTORERAS, a fabulous walk between the lava flows, they allow us to learn the difference between A-A lava and PAHOIHOI lava.
Blue-footed Boobies, Penguins, Pelicans, marine iguanas, sea-lions, lava lizards are some the incredible inhabitants of this islet.
We´ll walk through beaches of different colors until we reach some crevasses where sea lions and sharks share the space. Our adventure continues with an awesome snorkeling session. Our swimming partners are often Penguins, Sea-Lions, Sea Turtles and Sharks
Sunset; free time to spend at the beach and enjoy the most glorious sunsets
UNDERWATER ADVENTURES
A.M. EXCURSION
We´re visiting THE TUNNELS of Isabela a gigantinc lava flow from Sierra Negra Volcano reached the ocean many thousands of years ago, the result is now an area where the lava tubes and flows have been partially destroyed by the erosion of the ocean; Creating underwater tunnels and caves, these incredible lava formations are an awesome place for shallow water snorkeling through underwater tunnels where we will rejoice in the company of Sharks, penguins, turtles and abundant tropical fish.
We will also be looking for the elusive and rather hard to find seahorses
Truly one of the best snorkeling places in the whole archipelago .
P.M. EXCURSION
In the afternoon a ten miles bicycle ride;
A ride towards the historical site of a penal colony known as El Muro de las Lágrimas “The Wall Of Tears”.
The adventure is not only the actual penal colony remains, on our way we will enjoy several beaches, will learn about the formation of the “LAVA TUNNELS” and lava flows this is particularly relevant when we consider the adventure that we had the day before: THE TUNNELS OF ISABELA. and the frist day´s excursionTHE LAVA TUBE IN Santa Cruz This will grant us a better understanding of the volcanic origin of the islands
There´s a visit to an estuary where we will bathe on turquoise waters where rain water coming from the highlands meet the ocean water all in a magical environment where we´re surrounded by very tall red-mangroves.
A high view-point is also visited on this excursion from which we can really appreciate the volcanic origins of this islands. From this very point we will see two of the five volcanoes that form this island and several volcanic cones, craters and hills.
A.M. FAST BOAT TRANSFER TO SANTA CRUZ ISLAND.
Upon Arrival we will check-in on our hotel and visit The most beautiful beach of the archipelago: Tortuga bay.
Our way towards is an experience on itself with lava flows, palo santo trees, and opuntia cacti .
Once at the beach a one mile long white sand beach full of birds turtles and an excellent day at the beach.
optional trip
P.M. The Crevasses and Playa de los alemanes for a peaceful sunset by the shore where quite often we´re in the company of playful and friendly birds that approach humans to unbelieveable closeness.
Floreana today has a small human population of approximately 200 people. The residents are primarily concentrated in the port town of Puerto Velasco Ibarra, with some families living in the agricultural highlands. Key details about the people of Floreana:
Settlers' Descendants: Many current inhabitants are descendants of early European settlers, notably the Wittmer family, who arrived in the 1930s. The Wittmers were among a group of eccentric pioneers whose dramatic, mysterious history is a well-known story of the island.
Community and Lifestyle: The small, close-knit community relies mainly on tourism and farming for their livelihood. The island has basic infrastructure, including a school and a few small accommodations, such as a hotel run by the Wittmer descendants.
Ecuadorian Origin: Like the other inhabited islands in the Galápagos, the majority of the residents are Ecuadorian Mestizos from the mainland.
History: The island has a long history of human visitors, starting with pirates and whalers who used a natural freshwater spring. This led to the establishment of the famous "Post Office Bay" barrel system in 1793, which is still in use today.
Most famous is though The Legend of the Baroness, A story of lust, deceit, and murder. With a mystery yet to be solved.
On this day if we wake up early in the morning and depending on our flight´s itinerary. We´ll have a final stroll around town and visit the CHARLES DRAWIN RESEARCH STATION where we will learn about all joint effort between the researchers and the park rangers to keep the islands as pristine as possible
Visiting Playa de la estacion for a final dip in the galapagos waters.
Then a transfer to the airport located only 45 minutes from town.
