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z-Galapagos Honeymoon

Your honeymoon should give your marriage a perfect start. Your memories will last a lifetime. Picture yourselves laying at the beach, swaying to a soft island breeze, the sound of the ocean waves relaxing your souls, sipping a cocktails and enjoying delicious meals, while you explore this rare destination where you can expect the unexpected.

On this 9 day romantic Galapagos adventure you and your lover will have bountiful opportunities to get close to one another while sharing in the fantastic wonders of the Islands. From exploring the beautiful highlands of Isabela to the magical underwater world of the surrounding seas, you will encounter some of the most fascinating wildlife species and become united by the beauty of nature.

Being delighted by the decadent flavors of local cuisine, you and your lover will be immersed in flavor at every meal as chefs prepare fantastic honeymoon dishes and dessert in your honor. While being treated like royalty in your special honeymoon suites, the experiences you will have on this adventure are sure to tug at your heart strings and bring you closer together, making this the perfect honeymoon getaway!

Day 1 - Arrive Quito Ecuador

Upon arrival at the Quito, Ecuador international airport you are met by our local representative and transferred to your hotel.

Accommodations: Hotel Patio Andaluz or similar
Included Meals: n/a

Day 2 - Colonial Quito

South America's oldest capitol city, Quito sits at 9,184-feet elevation. It has been amazingly preserved and is protected as a UNESCO world heritage site. Enjoy a three hour guided walking tour of Quito's colonial center including Independence Plaza, La Compania Church and San Francisco Cathedral. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy this lively city, rest or prepare for your Galapagos Cruise.

Accommodations: Hotel Patio Andaluz or similar
Included Meals: breakfast

Day 3 - Quito to Baltra & Santa Cruz

Upon arrival in Baltra you are met and taken to your ferry crossing to Santa Cruz Island, and further to your check-in at Red Mangrove Aventura Lodge. Enjoy lunch at the lodge before beginning your Academy Bay Tour at "La Loberia" for the chance to snorkel with sea lions (optional).

Navigate to "Tortuga Bay" (40min). Upon entering the white sandy beach, have a chance to observe different marine species like Sting Rays and baby Reef Sharks in the shallow waters of the Mangrove ecosystems.

After swimming on the beach take a very short hike to the Marine Iguana nesting site. The walk back is through a Prickly Pear forest carpeted in crimson Sesuvium with black lava outcroppings home to more marine iguana colonies. Private Dinner in your Ocean view Suite, which will be decorated with candles, petals of flowers on the bed and a bottle of champagne or wine, delicious local fruits and more…all this on one of the most exotic destinations on the planet.

Accommodations: Red Mangrove Aventura Lodge
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 4 - Santa Cruz - Floreana

Wake up to an early breakfast at the lodge before departing to your Tortoise Quest Tour. This tour begins with a trip to "Los Gemelos" (The Twins), two enormous collapsed lava chambers - an awe-inspiring visual reminder of the power of nature. The short, easy hike to each of the twins is teeming with endemic flora and fauna, including the remaining Scalesia Forest draped in Liverwort, large and small tree finches, the adorable Vermillion flycatcher and more. It's a wonderful introduction to the majestic power of the forces of natures and the great biodiversity of the Santa Cruz Highlands. Afterwards, visit a 600-acre private reserve where the giant Galapagos tortoises freely roam, graze and sleep.

After visiting the tortoises, take a 5-minute ride to the entrance of a 450 meter (1350 feet) illuminated lava tunnel. With a ceiling nearly 20 feet high in most places, this is an incredible opportunity to ramble through the remnants of one of the most powerful forces in nature…lava flows. Stalagmites, stalactites, sulfur and mineral colored walls and the rippled form of a floor of lava can all be experienced in this uniquely Galapagos stroll.

Return to Aventura Lodge for Lunch. At 2pm depart for Floreana. Sailing time is 1.5 - 2 hours. Arrive into Floreana at approximately 4pm for check in at the lodge. Have some free time to look around before a 7:30 Briefing and a BBQ Dinner at a local restaurant to enjoy the local hospitality. A gift basket awaits the Honeymooners at the cozy cabin of the lodge.

Accommodations: Red Mangrove Floreana Lodge
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 5 - Floreana - Isabela

Early morning transport & history lecture in an open-air bus to the highlands of Floreana. Walk up to see the Asilo de la Paz (Peace Asylum)- an artisan fresh water spring that attracted pirates, whalers and later settlers; Visit the Cueva de los Piratas (Pirate's Cave) - where the pirates carved temporary shelter out of soft stone; and venture to a tortoise reserve for further exploration and learning.

Depart for Isabela (1.5 - 2 hours) passing by Isla Tortuga - chocked full of frigates, blue-footed boobies and other birds that rely on the sea for their food. Check-in to the Red Mangrove Isabela Lodge and enjoy a wholesome lunch. Hop on the Las Tintoreras and Bay Tour, for a cruise across the port and an intriguing walk through a jagged lava field. Marvel at some of the islands' most gorgeous views as the black, treacherous lava fields are contrasted by the emerald green sea, mangrove and cloud capped volcanoes.

Take pleasure in a free afternoon to snorkel and swim in the warm, shallow bay surrounded by mangrove. Relax and shower before a short briefing and fabulous dinner in the Lodge. Turn in for a night packed with honeymoon splendor.

Accommodations: Isabela Del Mar Lodge
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 6 - Isabela

Early morning departure by 4x4 vehicles for the humid highlands of Sierra Negra. Mount horses (optional) and continue on the beautiful trail. Arrive to the caldera of Sierra Negra, the second largest in the world. The views are breathtaking! Relax a bit and have a snack on the edge of the caldera. (Opt to continue on to Volcan Chico, where fumarole activity is abundant and again, the views are spectacular).

Savor a late lunch at Campo Duro National Park surrounded by more of the gentle giant tortoises. After lunch, visit Cuevas de Sucre with lush greenery leading into the entrance. Inside, the tunnel's ceilings look like you're walking through a gold mine! Next visit El Mango mirador, where from the top of highest peak you'll have a wonderful view of the entire southern part of Isabela Island and its neighboring islands.

At Isabela Lodge, choose to laze on the beautiful beach or climb on the rocks to take photos of the marine iguanas and blue-footed boobies. In the shallow waters there is a sea turtle 'cleaning station', which is a great place to snorkel and see these creatures from a few feet away. Briefing and dinner in the Lodge, topped with a special honeymooner's delight.

Accommodations: Isabela Del Mar Lodge
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 7 - Isabela - Santa Cruz

Wake up early and begin with a drive out of town along the most beautiful, white sand & palm lined beach in the whole of the Galapagos. Upon reaching the National Park, walk up the stairs for astounding vistas from the top of Cerro Orchilla. Visit the "Muro de Las Lagrimas" (Wall of Tears) for some local history. On your way back to town, stop at the Interpretation Center - a breeding center for the giant Galapagos Tortoises and the only place to view the rare, remaining flat backed Galapagos tortoises.

Depart to Puerto Ayora and check into the Aventura Lodge for lunch. Spend the afternoon at the fascinating Charles Darwin Research Station, and return for a unique Gourmet Honeymoon Dinner high up in the highlands of Santa Cruz at Haras Bunga´s outdoor restaurant; the perfect romantic experience.

Accommodations: Red Mangrove Aventura Lodge
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 8 - Baltra to Quito

This morning transfer by bus and ferry to board your flight back to the Ecuador mainland. Upon arrival in Quito, you will be transferred to your hotel and spend the rest of the evening at your leisure.

Accommodations: Hotel Patio Andaluz or similar
Included Meals: breakfast

Day 9 - Depart Quito

Transportation will be provided to the airport for return flights home or for excursions to Ecuador's Mainland or Peru's Machu Picchu.

Accommodations: n/a
Included Meals: breakfast

Notes on Itinerary: We may occasionally alter itineraries slightly for safety, or to take advantage of weather, wildlife, and unplanned discoveries. Our ability to be flexible makes our style of travel unique.

This trip is fully customizable with a variety of options like scuba diving, health and fitness, extended explorations or even replacing the boat trips with flights to gain a different perspective on the islands. Each option can enhance your experience, so call for more information to find a the package that is right for you.

Optional Activities: Due to the ideal locations of our lodges travelers may use any free time to enjoy unguided additional activities such as hiking, kayaking snorkling and swimming.

Arrival and Departure: This trip begins and ends in Quito, Ecuador. Plan flights to arrive at any time on Day 1 and depart anytime on the last day. Airport transfers are included for travelers arriving and departing on scheduled arrival/departure days. This trip can also be arranged to begin and end in Guayaquil, Ecuador.

Cost Includes: Three nights Quito hotel accommodations, all airport/ hotel transfers, Galapagos flight, Galapagos National Park entrance fees and taxes, Galapagos transit card, 5 nights Galapagos lodge accommodations including all meals specified and an experienced Galapagos Islands naturalist guide.

Not Included: Airfare from US to Quito; excess baggage charges; airport departure tax from Quito; tips to local staff and items of a personal nature such as soft drinks or alcoholic beverages, laundry fees and insurance of any kind.

Payment and Cancellation Policy: A cruise deposit of $700 per person is required at the time of booking. For land packages a deposit of $300 per person is required at the time of booking. Final payment is due 90 days prior to departure. A special cancellation policy applies to all Galapagos trips, which is stricter than the AdventureSmith Explorations policy. When a trip cancellation is received inside of 70 days from departure, all trip costs are 100% non-refundable. Please see AdventureSmith Explorations Terms and Conditions.

Travel Insurance: We highly recommend our travelers protect their investment with Travel Insurance. Please note that you must purchase your Travel Insurance policy within 14 days of booking your trip for it to cover pre-existing medical conditions.


Qualifications: This trip will be enjoyed by anyone who is in good health and leads an active life. Daily excursions from the day boat to the islands will be made. Trip members will hike from the landing point to specific areas for wildlife observation. Hiking time for most landings will be a couple of hours roundtrip with lots of time to stop to study, photograph and enjoy the flora and fauna. Some landings are dry but many are "wet", requiring cautious footing on slippery rocks. The boat staff will be on hand to assist. There are numerous opportunities to swim and snorkel. Easy-to-use, sit-on-top kayaks are also available.

Extending Your Trip: Call AdventureSmith Explorations about the possibilities of combining this trip with our Mainland Ecuador and Peru: Machu Picchu extensions.

General Information: This trip is subject to AdventureSmith Explorations Terms and Conditions. Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions. A packing list, extensive pre-departure and travel insurance information is sent upon confirmation. We strongly recommend the purchase of Trip Insurance through AdventureSmith Explorations. If purchased within 14 days of sign-up, the pre-existing condition exclusion is waived.

We look forward to having you join us for the trip of a lifetime! Call today.

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