Perhaps the most famous of archipelagos, the Galapagos provide an unmatchable wildlife experience. A fantastic and insular world exists on these islands 600 miles west of Ecuador in the Pacific Oceans, filled with rare land and sea birds, gigantic, lumbering Galapagos Tortoises, Marine Iguanas basking in the sun or feeding on seaweed underwater, and Sea Lions frolicking in the waves.

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And because these animals have spent eons separated from fear by great expanses of ocean, you can swim with the Sea Lions, host a mockingbird on your hat, and take a close-up picture of an iguana.

Today, the Galapagos Islands are Ecuador's most-visited National Park as well as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Though the cluster is made up of more than 50 islands, fourteen are frequently visited. And because they've been claimed, discovered, re-claimed, and re-discovered so many times, most of the islands are known by multiple names.

When choosing a Galapagos cruise there is an incredible array of boats to choose from, in varying sizes and categories of service. Itineraries vary from ship to ship, with all ships offering eight-day itineraries. Some also offer four- and five-day trips. Each ship visits a different set of islands, though there is a good deal of overlap.

Tropical Nature Travel works directly with a number of boat companies to provide a selection of the best ships in each category. Our featured ships have private bathroom facilities, air conditioning and top-certified bilingual guides. In addition, all ships have modern safety and communications equipment and are SOLAS (International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea) certified.

Tropical Nature Travel’s team of travel specialists has developed a wide range of itineraries that showcase the richness and diversity of both the Galapagos Islands Ecuador's mainland. Our sales staff is among the most knowledgeable in the industry. Whatever your interest, budget or timetable, Tropical Nature Travel can arrange a trip especially for you. If you would like to see more of Ecuador, or if you would like to spend more time in specific locations, contact us and we can help design a custom trip that fulfills your wishes.

Tropical Nature Travel’s Featured Ships:

Aida Maria
Amigo
Anahi
Coral I
Coral II
Diamante
Eclipse
Eric, Flamingo and Letty
Galapagos Explorer II
Intrepid
Legend
Millenium
Monserrat
Nemo
Rumba


Discover Galapagos, Tropical Nature Travel guide includes information about boats, cruises and yatch in the Galapagos islands, a nature wonder in Ecuador. All that you need to decide the best Galapagos cruise. Ask for our Napo Wildlife Center tours in the Ecuador rainforest.