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Adventure Tours in Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

The Galapagos Islands have long been a bucket list destination for adventure-seekers. From dry, rugged landscape dotted with volcanoes, to white sand beaches interspersed with mangroves, there’s always something to discover. Adventure travel in the Galapagos Islands also means seeing species you won’t see anywhere else on the planet, like the Galapagos tortoise. Charles Darwin explored these very islands 150 years ago, and today it continues to draw curious travelers yearning to get a dose of nature.
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16 Adventure Programs in Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!

At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 9...

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Seamester Study Abroad at Sea

Seamester Study Abroad and Gap Year Voyages

Seamester is the educational adventure of a lifetime! For more th...

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Global Works

Ecuador Service Programs

Experience the remarkable beauty and vibrant culture of Ecuador d...

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GoBeyond Student Travel

GoBeyond - Galapagos/Ecuador - Service & Adventure Programs

Travel to Ecuador and explore the Galapagos Island with GoBeyond....

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Travel For Teens

TFT: Peru, Ecuador and the Galápagos Service

Peru and Ecuador are two countries in South America that are both...

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Broadreach

Amazon + Galapagos: Eco Adventure

Track a tapir and Andean bears in a cloud forest. Study primates ...

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Rustic Pathways

Ecuador: Wild Galápagos Eco-Service with Rustic Pathways

Visit the center of the earth! Ecuador’s capital is Quito, the cl...

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ARCC Programs

Ecuador & Galápagos: Animals of the Amazon

Embark on a transformative 19-day service-learning program in Ecu...

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Projects Abroad

Global Leader In Meaningful Travel. Trusted By 130,000

At Projects Abroad, we’re passionate about travel with a purpose....

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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization

Giant Tortoise and Sea Turtle Conservation in the Galápagos

The Galapagos Giant Tortoise is an iconic animal, and native to t...

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Pacific Discovery

Peru, Ecuador, and the Galapagos Islands Gap Semester

Discover the soul of South America on a 10-week journey through P...

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Rebecca Adventure Travel

19-Day Family Tour in Colombia and the Galapagos Islands

Explore the cultures and landscapes of Colombia and the Galapagos...

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Out Of Office

Gay Group Trip: Luxury Galapagos Cruise

Discover the unparalleled beauty of the Galápagos Islands on a lu...

A Guide to Adventure Travel in Galapagos Islands

Why Adventure Travel in Galapagos Islands?

Embarking on adventure tours in the Galapagos Islands means giving up a few amenities due to its remote nature, but adventurers love taking a moment to unplug and enjoy the natural surroundings. Birdwatching, climbing, and nature tours are just a few popular activities that visitors enjoy. Adventure travel programs in the Galapagos Islands also incorporate environmental conservation projects—the Galapagos are an important center for research, and adventure travelers are also devoted to preserving the biodiversity of this magical place. 

Every island of the Galapagos brings a new adventure, each with its own “cast of characters” to meet. Check out the iguanas at Baltra, the wild penguin on Bartolome, or the sea lions at Darwin Island. You may get a better look at the island’s species as you hike up the Sierra Negra volcano or kayak through flamingo lagoons. 

The Galapagos attracts an adventurous and environmentally conscious traveler. Sound like you? Read on to choose your own Galapagos adventures!

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My greatest adventure yet!

May 12, 2024by: Emma Gardner - United StatesProgram: Seamester Study Abroad and Gap Year Voyages
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Being a student on Sea|Mester was the most incredible experience of my life. I did the South Africa to Antigua voyage on Vela, and it exceeded any and all expectations I could have possibly had. I got to visit places that I never thought I would get to go. I met people that started out as strangers, but quickly became family to me. Prior to Sea|Mester, I had very little sailing experience and no diving experience and I think that that is a common turn off for people that come across this program, but you have no need to be worried if you're in that boat (haha). The staff does an exceptional job teaching you the ropes, making you feel safe, and making you feel like the boat is your home. If you're a hands on learning that thrives on getting outside of your comfort zone, adventure, and travel then this program is for you. I can not effusive enough how much Sea|Mester and my crew changed my life. If you're presented with the privilege to be a student on Sea|Mester... do it. If Sea|Mester taught me anything, it's to say yes even when you're scared. The greatest adventure of your life could be waiting for you.

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