Galapagos 2023: The Galapagos Islands Explorer for Women

      Galapagos, Ecuador

      GE
      Green Edventures Ecotours & Expeditions
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      Jul 19 - 30, 2025
      Group size: 10 - 14
      Galapagos 2023: The Galapagos Islands Explorer for Women
      Galapagos, Ecuador

      Green Edventures Ecotours & Expeditions
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      172 reviews

      Jul 19 - 30, 2025
      Group size: 10 - 14

      About this trip

      Ladies, join us on an unforgettable journey on our Galapagos women’s trip. This is a fun, educational, active adventure for women to explore the Galapagos with new adventure buddies and future life-long friends.


      Daily excursions include snorkeling trips, birding, and nature walks will introduce you to various habitats from humid highland forests, to lowland marine desert, and white sand beaches. Wildlife we anticipate to see include: 2 species of giant tortoises, marine iguanas, land iguanas, various sea turtles, white tipped sharks, eagle rays, flamingos, blue-footed boobies, Darwin’s finches, and possibly penguins.


      No previous experience required. Our Galapagos women’s trip is designed for the beginner in mind. It is the perfect balance between land and water actives, and outdoor adventure and R&R. The Galapagos Explorer adventure for women is based in Santa Cruz and includes several day trips by catamaran to the islands of North Seymour, The Plazas, and Bartolome Island. Mid way through, we move to Isabela Island to spend 2 nights exploring above and below the waterline.


      As a land-based trip, you will have the freedom and flexibility to explore, shop, and people watch in Puerto Ayora at the end of each day. The hotel in Puerto Ayora in Santa Cruz is located conveniently within walking distance of Tortuga Bay, the Charles Darwin Research Station, the fishing port, markets, and other cultural points of interest. There is also the option to hang out by the pool, too.


      Trip Highlights:

      • Visit 4 different islands in the archipelago to learn about how species have adapted to survive in these extreme environments.
      • Hike trails through other-worldly habitats like the Scalesia Forest, these trees are giant Daisies, and they are so abundant in the highlands, they have an eco-zone named after them.
      • Snorkel a variety of sites on different islands with amazing marine life like schools of fish, sea turtles, marine iguanas, white tipped reef sharks, sea lions, and possibly manta rays or penguins.
      • See giant Galapagos Tortoises in their nature habitat.
      • See a variety of bird species like Blue-footed Boobies, Magnificent Frigate Birds, Flamingos, and all of the species of finches Darwin researched to help him write Origin of Species.
      • Guided city tour of the historic district of Quito to learn about the architecture, culture, and history of the city.
      • Visit the Mitad del Mundo (Middle of the World) exhibit and participate in experiments that can only be done at the Equator.

      PACKAGE PRICE

      Package Price is $5445

      Deposit Due Date: April 15th


      A non-refundable $650 deposit per person is due by April 15th to reserve your space.   


      Service Fees & Payment Methods

      Green Edventures does not charge a service fee. We use a third party merchant service called WeTravel and they use the credit card processor Stripe. 


      Credit Card

      WeTravel will add a service fee to the total amount of your trip if you pay with a credit card. Credit Cards fees: 2.9% (Amex: 3.9%). This is a bank fee not Green Edventures. 


      ACH / Checking Account 

      If you set up your payment method to be withdrawn from your checking account there are no fees. 


      You can change your payment method at any time in your WeTravel Account. 


      GREEN EDVENTURES' POLICIES

      What’s included

      • All Guided activities
        and equipment
      • Airfare
        from Quito to Galapagos
      • Double occupancy rooms
        3 star hotels
      • Most Meals
        Minus 1 dinner, 1 lunch
      • Purified drinking water
      • Local Guide
      • Trip Leader
      • Tourist Transit Card
      • Galapagos Entrance Fee

      What’s not included

      • Airfare
        to Quito
      • Meals
        1 dinner, 1 luch
      • Gratuities
      • Personal spending money
      • Bottled beverages
      • Travel Insurance

      Available Packages

      PACKAGE PRICE $5445
      Available until May 15, 2025
      $5,445
      Deposit: $650

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      Itinerary

      Itinerary
      Galapagos Island Explorer

      Click on link below to view complete itinerary:  https://greenedventures.com/tours/womens-trip-galapagos/ 

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      GE
      Green Edventures Ecotours & Expeditions
      172 reviews
      Fun, active, and educational nature-based group eco-adventures for people to connect with wild places and animals in extraordinary environments. Specializing in women's adventure travel groups, and teacher-led student groups. Inquire about custom and co-ed trips.

      Reviews

      The March 2024 Hot Springs and Wellness Retreat to Iceland was amazing. GreenEdventures ran this winter trip; it was a quieter and cozy side of Iceland with a mix of small local lodging and restaurants and larger places as well. The volcanic landscape and the sea and fjords were beautiful. We swam outside natural pools and spas every day while we experienced the winter serenity, and sometimes her fury. The spa time also gave us a chance to interact with Icelanders. And our daily meditation and reflection provided personal insights. The pre-trip information, including gear, was complete and timely and GreenEdventures readily answered any question. This was my second GreenEdventures trip and I would not hesitate to book another. Trips are varied: women only like this one, mixed group, school age, and private tours. Tara Short (the owner/trip leader) researches the local guide(s) and has excellent relationships with them. That is one of the outstanding aspects of her trips and her company. She also gets to know each of the travelers on her trips. Most of the women on this trip had traveled with GreenEdventures previously. https://greenedventures.wetravel.com/trips/iceland-2024-spring-equinox-hot-springs-mindfulness-retreat-green-edventures-eco-tours-safaris-akureyri-14105617
      By MaryAnn A for Iceland 2024: Hot Springs & Mindfulness Retreat on Apr 04, 2024
      MaryAnn thank you so much for taking the time to write this review!! It was my pleasure and an honor to have you join me, Inga, Svava, and Olof in Iceland! I wish we could do this trip together every year!!
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      I had a wonderful time, trip of a life time for me! While I was the youngest guest, I felt so welcomed by all the women and the team! I am a little biased as my cousin (Kristen) assisted in leading the trip but Chabelo and Michelle were great! I enjoyed getting to know them and learn from them! Overall, a trip I would 100% do again!
      By Catalina M for Baja 2024 (B): Women's Snorkeling Adventure + Gray Whales Tour on Mar 29, 2024
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      I’ve been on multiple trips with GE and this one was something special! If you are looking for mindfulness and magic with the backdrop of stunning Iceland, put this one your list! In addition to snowshoeing, and exploring towns and beaches, with the support of Tara and our fabulous local guide, Inga, we were even able to take a swim in the Artic ocean!
      By Allison D for Iceland 2024: Hot Springs & Mindfulness Retreat on Mar 26, 2024
      This was an amazing trip! I could not have known how much I needed the mindfulness, spas, and relaxation! This retreat was the most amazing thing and so needed!!! Thank you Tara Short and Green Edventures!!!
      By Anne R for Iceland 2024: Hot Springs & Mindfulness Retreat on Mar 26, 2024
      The Baja trip was amazing in every aspect! The guides impressed me with their dept of knowledge, attention to detail, and kindness. Snorkeling with sea lions and whale sharks is an experience I will never forget. My co-adventurers were enthusiastic and I made some life longfriends. I will sign up for this trip again!
      By Lori P for Baja 2024 (A): Women's Snorkeling Adventure + Gray Whales Tour on Mar 12, 2024
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      I went on an amazing trip with Tara to Baja, Mexico in 2020. This was a dream trip for me being a wildlife lover. It was incredible to be able to swim with whale sharks and sea lions and get up close with gray whales. Camping on the beach was amazing. We had a great group of women and everyone vibed well and all of the tour guides including Tara, Alex and Chabello were so fun, friendly and helpful every step of the way. The food was great at the campsite and at the restaurants we got to try. When our trip plans initially got derailed waiting on a negative Covid test and we had to get a different flight, Tara did everything in her power to accommodate us and make sure we got to enjoy every part of the trip, including setting us up with another whale shark swimming tour after we had missed the initial one with the group, and she spent time waiting for us to finish before leaving for the airport. I definitely recommend Green Edventures, especially the Baja Mexico trip!
      By Katie M on 14 Feb, 2022
      I just returned from the Wisconsin Women's Tour and couldn't have asked for a better trip! For me, the amount and type of activity were perfect. Who know there was so much to discover practically in my own backyard?
      By Cynthia Casey W on 22 Oct, 2020