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Woman enjoying a refreshing drink by the pool at Finch Bay Hotel, reflecting the luxury of Casa Gangotena Boutique.
Relaxing by the Finch Bay Hotel Pool
Guests enjoying the sky bike experience in the lush forests near Casa Gangotena's partner, Mashpi Lodge.
The Sky Bike at Mashpi Lodge

The best way to experience Ecuador is to live it!

Experience the best that Ecuador has to offer with this exciting tour! Enjoy luxury experiences in the city, thrilling adventures in the rainforest, and the perfect mix of relaxation and exploration in the Galapagos! Each stop along your journey offers the highest quality service and attention in one-of-a-kind destinations with luxury accommodations and knowledgeable staff.

Tour Highlights

A professionally guided tour of:

Quito

  • Fine cuisine in the heart of Quito’s Historic Center
  • Relais & Châteaux experience (Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel)

Mashpi Lodge

  • Guided rainforest exploration and Dragonfly cable ride experience

Finch Bay Hotel

  • Native and endemic fauna from our Galapagos Big15 list of iconic species
  • Exciting day tours and activities in the Galapagos Tours National Park

Itinerary in detail

9-Day / 8-Night Program

starting at

$4,594*

PER PERSON

Accommodations include a Luxury Room at Casa Gangotena, a Wayra Room at Mashpi Lodge, and a Finch Bay Room at the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel.

  • Rates based on double occupancy.
  • Price validity for 2024: January 01 through December 31, 2024.
  • For upgrade options or a solo traveler quote, please contact our Destination Experts.
  • Taxes not included.
Day 1
  • Arrive at Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito
  • Shared transfer* to Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel
  • Early evening activity in Casa Gangotena
  • 4-course Mestizo Menu dinner for two at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
  • Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
  • Shared transfer* to Mashpi Lodge
  • Set menu lunch at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Guided exploration activity in the Chocó Rainforest
  • Guided nighttime walk in the Mashpi Reserve
  • Set menu dinner at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Early morning bird-watching activity on Mashpi’s outdoor terrace
  • Breakfast at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Guided activity in the Chocó Rainforest
  • Set menu lunch at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Afternoon activity in the Mashpi Reserve
  • Guided nighttime walk in the Mashpi Reserve
  • Set menu dinner at Mashpi’s Restaurant

Wondering what to do with your time at leisure? Why don’t you take a look at Mashpi’s Spa!

  • Early morning bird-watching activity on Mashpi’s outdoor terrace
  • Breakfast at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Guided activity in the Chocó Rainforest
  • Shared transfer* from Mashpi Lodge to Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel
  • Early evening activity at Casa Gangotena
  • 8-course meal for two at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.

  • Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
  • Shared transfer to Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport
  • Arrive at Seymour Airport in Baltra Island, Galapagos
  • Shared transfer* to the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel
  • Ceviche cooking class for two
  • Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.

  • Breakfast at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
  • Day Tour aboard our private Sea Lion Yacht in the Galapagos National Park (Hot lunch onboard)
  • Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant

Wondering what to do with your time at leisure? Why don’t you take a look at Finch Bay’s Spa!

  • Buffet at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
  • Guided kayak visit to Divine Bay*
  • Set menu lunch at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
  • Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant

*Kayak use will depend on the tide and weather conditions.

  • Breakfast at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
  • Shared transfer to Seymour Airport in Baltra Island
  • Flight to Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito
  • Shared transfer* to Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel
  • Early evening activity at Casa Gangotena

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.

  • Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
  • Shared transfer* to Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.

10-Day / 11-Night Program

starting at

$6,062*

PER PERSON

Accommodations include a Luxury Room at Casa Gangotena, a Wayra Room at Mashpi Lodge, and a Finch Bay Room at the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel.

  • Rates based on double occupancy.
  • For upgrade options or a solo traveler quote, please contact our Destination Experts.
  • Price validity for 2024: January 01 through December 31, 2024.
Day 1
  • Arrive at Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito
  • Shared transfer* service to Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.

  • Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
  • Private tour of Quito’s Historic Quarter
  • Transfer back to Casa Gangotena
  • Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
  • Shared transfer* to Mashpi Lodge
  • Set menu lunch at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Guided exploration activity in the Chocó Rainforest
  • Set menu dinner at Mashpi’s Restaurant

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service, please contact our Destination Experts.

  • Guided activity option 1: early morning hike
  • Breakfast at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Guided activity option 2: afternoon excursion
  • Set menu lunch at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Set menu dinner at Mashpi’s Restaurant

*You must choose one of the two guided activities.
Wondering what to do with your time at leisure? Why don’t you take a look at Mashpi’s Spa!

  • Breakfast at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Guided early morning activity in the Chocó Rainforest
  • Shared transfer* from Mashpi Lodge to Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel
  • Lunch will be provided on the way back to Quito

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service, please contact our Destination Experts.

  • Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
  • Shared transfer to Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport
  • Arrive at Seymour Airport in Baltra Island, Galapagos
  • Guided visit to Santa Cruz Island’s highlands (Lunch included)
  • Shared transfer* to the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel
  • Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service, please contact our Destination Experts.

  • Breakfast at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
  • Daily activity option 1: Full-day land-based guided tour
  • Set menu lunch at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
  • Daily activity option 2: Sea Lion Yacht private day tour (Hot lunch onboard)
  • Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant

Wondering what to do with your time at leisure? Why don’t you take a look at Finch Bay’s Spa!

  • Breakfast at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
  • Shared transfer* to Seymour Airport in Baltra Island
  • Arrive in Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport
  • Connect to your international flight home

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.

9-Day / 8-Night Program

starting at

$4,720*

PER PERSON

Accommodations include a Luxury Room at Casa Gangotena, a Wayra Room at Mashpi Lodge, and a Finch Bay Room at the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel.

  • Rates based on double occupancy.
  • Price validity for 2025: January 01 through December 31, 2025.
  • For upgrade options or a solo traveler quote, please contact our Destination Experts.
  • Taxes not included.
Day 1
  • Arrive at Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito
  • Shared transfer* to Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel
  • Early evening activity in Casa Gangotena
  • 4-course Mestizo Menu dinner for two at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
  • Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
  • Shared transfer* to Mashpi Lodge
  • Set menu lunch at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Guided exploration activity in the Chocó Rainforest
  • Guided nighttime walk in the Mashpi Reserve
  • Set menu dinner at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Early morning bird-watching activity on Mashpi’s outdoor terrace
  • Breakfast at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Guided activity in the Chocó Rainforest
  • Set menu lunch at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Afternoon activity in the Mashpi Reserve
  • Guided nighttime walk in the Mashpi Reserve
  • Set menu dinner at Mashpi’s Restaurant

Wondering what to do with your time at leisure? Why don’t you take a look at Mashpi’s Spa!

  • Early morning bird-watching activity on Mashpi’s outdoor terrace
  • Breakfast at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Guided activity in the Chocó Rainforest
  • Shared transfer* from Mashpi Lodge to Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel
  • Early evening activity at Casa Gangotena
  • 8-course meal for two at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.

  • Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
  • Shared transfer to Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport
  • Arrive at Seymour Airport in Baltra Island, Galapagos
  • Shared transfer* to the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel
  • Ceviche cooking class for two
  • Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.

  • Breakfast at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
  • Day Tour aboard our private Sea Lion Yacht in the Galapagos National Park (Hot lunch onboard)
  • Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant

Wondering what to do with your time at leisure? Why don’t you take a look at Finch Bay’s Spa!

  • Buffet at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
  • Guided kayak visit to Divine Bay*
  • Set menu lunch at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
  • Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant

*Kayak use will depend on the tide and weather conditions.

  • Breakfast at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
  • Shared transfer to Seymour Airport in Baltra Island
  • Flight to Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito
  • Shared transfer* to Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel
  • Early evening activity at Casa Gangotena

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.

  • Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
  • Shared transfer* to Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.

10-Day / 11-Night Program

starting at

$6,231*

PER PERSON

Accommodations include a Luxury Room at Casa Gangotena, a Wayra Room at Mashpi Lodge, and a Finch Bay Room at the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel.

  • Rates based on double occupancy.
  • For upgrade options or a solo traveler quote, please contact our Destination Experts.
  • Price validity for 2025: January 01 through December 31, 2025.
Day 1
  • Arrive at Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito
  • Shared transfer* service to Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.

  • Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
  • Private tour of Quito’s Historic Quarter
  • Transfer back to Casa Gangotena
  • Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
  • Shared transfer* to Mashpi Lodge
  • Set menu lunch at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Guided exploration activity in the Chocó Rainforest
  • Set menu dinner at Mashpi’s Restaurant

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service, please contact our Destination Experts.

  • Guided activity option 1: early morning hike
  • Breakfast at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Guided activity option 2: afternoon excursion
  • Set menu lunch at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Set menu dinner at Mashpi’s Restaurant

*You must choose one of the two guided activities.
Wondering what to do with your time at leisure? Why don’t you take a look at Mashpi’s Spa!

  • Breakfast at Mashpi’s Restaurant
  • Guided early morning activity in the Chocó Rainforest
  • Shared transfer* from Mashpi Lodge to Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel
  • Lunch will be provided on the way back to Quito

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service, please contact our Destination Experts.

  • Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
  • Shared transfer to Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport
  • Arrive at Seymour Airport in Baltra Island, Galapagos
  • Guided visit to Santa Cruz Island’s highlands (Lunch included)
  • Shared transfer* to the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel
  • Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service, please contact our Destination Experts.

  • Breakfast at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
  • Daily activity option 1: Full-day land-based guided tour
  • Set menu lunch at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
  • Daily activity option 2: Sea Lion Yacht private day tour (Hot lunch onboard)
  • Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant

Wondering what to do with your time at leisure? Why don’t you take a look at Finch Bay’s Spa!

  • Breakfast at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
  • Shared transfer* to Seymour Airport in Baltra Island
  • Arrive in Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport
  • Connect to your international flight home

*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.

Available Day Tours aboard The Sea Lion Yacht in Galapagos

Not Include

  • International airfare
  • Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee (USD 200 per person – subject to change without prior notice)
  • INGALA Migration Control Card (USD 20 per person – subject to change without prior notice)
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Optional activities (extra cost): mountain biking, diving, and surfing
  • Meals not described in the program.
  • Personal expenses (late checkout, laundry, gifts, etc.)
  • Spa services

*ETICA Empresa Turistica Internacional C.A. reserves the right to charge a fuel supplement without prior notice should the closing price of West Texas Intermediate Fuel increase above $70 per barrel on the NYMEX (New York Mercantile Exchange Index). If a fuel supplement is charged, ETICA Empresa Turistica Internacional C.A. will have sole discretion to apply the supplementary charge to existing and new bookings, regardless of whether such bookings have been paid in full. Such extra charges are not included in the yacht fare. The Fuel Surcharge is included.

Contact us

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Conditions

  • Published rates are valid for 2024 (except Christmas & New Year’s departures).
  • Listed prices are based on double occupancy. For child rates and single supplements, please get in touch with your destination expert.
  • This package and its accommodation options are subject to availability.
  • A minimal deposit of 15% per person is required to confirm your reservation.
  • Credit card payments are exempt from additional fees.
  • Breakfasts and taxes are included for your hotel in Quito.
  • Single occupancy accommodation in Mashpi Lodge is based on our Wawa Room.
  • Galapagos excursions are subject to change due to weather conditions, logistical reasons, guests’ safety, and/or Galapagos National Park Regulations.
  • All entrance fees are subject to change without prior notice.
  • At Mashpi Lodge and Finch Bay Hotel, children’s rates apply to kids under 12 years old sharing a room with 2 adults.
  • Restrictions may apply.
  • Upgrades to Yaku Suite (Mashpi Lodge) are $298 per person.
  • Upgrades to Finch Bay Suite are $416 per person.

GENERAL NOTES AND INFORMATION FOR GALAPAGOS

Baggage:

Check out the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel’s handy packing list and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!

  • Baggage is handled in accordance with the airlines’ regulations and tariffs. The current limits are 50.6 lbs (23 kg) for checked items, 17 lbs (8 kg) for hand luggage and 1 personal item (handbag, camera bag, laptop, etc.) Please keep in mind that airlines are strict with their baggage limitations.
  • All baggage must be securely packed, and be properly, clearly labeled. Liquid, fragile, perishable and/or other items that are not packed as such will be transported at the guests’ own risk.
  • We are not liable for loss or damage to baggage and/or any other personal item during air travel. We are not liable for baggage stored in shore-side facilities.
  • We recommend that you keep important travel documents (passport, visa, Galapagos transit control card), important medication and/or valuables on you at all times. These items are the full responsibility of the guest at all times.
  • We are not liable for the loss of, or damage of, of any aforementioned personal items. We reserve the right to charge for the return of personal items left at the hotel.

Important:

Local authorities manage the quarantine system of the Galapagos National Park in order to reduce the possibility of foreign species invading the archipelago. All cargo and luggage that arrives to Galapagos National Park or that is transferred from one island to another must be inspected. All aircrafts are disinfected with Permethrin before landing. To preserve human health and the native species of the Galapagos Islands, the following products may not be transferred to Galapagos: fresh vegetables and fruits, animal products and or their derivatives, dairy products, other live animals, pathological samples, dry coffee beans, genetically modified organisms, forest species or their disseminative parts, grass and its disseminative parts, fresh flowers, medicinal plants and their disseminative parts, banana tree leaves, micro-organisms (fungi, bacteria, etc.) soil and sand, and animal vaccines.