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Galapagos Explore Tour

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5 Days / 4 Nights

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Galapagos explorer

Welcome to the Galápagos Explorer Tour with Royal Palm Lodge , a thoughtfully designed 5-day, 4-night journey that allows you to delve deeper into the natural wonders of the Galápagos Islands.

Building on the success of our Express Tour, this extended itinerary offers more time to explore the archipelago’s rich biodiversity, dramatic landscapes, and unique wildlife. With each day bringing new adventures — from hiking volcanic peaks to snorkeling among playful sea lions — you’ll gain a fuller appreciation of this UNESCO World Heritage Site and the living laboratory that inspired Darwin’s theory of evolution.

Your home during this unforgettable journey is Royal Palm Lodge , a charming eco-lodge nestled in the lush highlands of Santa Cruz Island. Combining comfort, sustainability, and warm local hospitality, it offers the perfect retreat after days filled with discovery.

The Explorer Tour is ideal for nature enthusiasts, curious travelers, and adventure seekers who want to experience more than just the highlights — but the true essence of the Galápagos.

Come explore beyond the surface. Let the islands reveal their secrets, one trail, one tide pool, one unforgettable moment at a time.

Itinerary

        • Day 1

Transfer in PM Highland (lava tunnel & giant tortoises in the wild).

        • Day 2

Full day by boat to visit a nerby island

        • Day 3

Full day Charles Darwin St + Tortuga Bay

        • Day 4

Full day by boat to visit a nearby island.

        • Day 5

Transfer out.

  • 4-night accommodation
  • Transfers in/out Baltra airport – Royal Palm
  • Four-day itinerary of adventure activities.
  • All meals 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
  • One soft drink per person / per meal
  • All Taxes and Services.

Air ticket, Galapagos National Park Fee, TCC soft and alcoholic beverages unless detailed above, wetsuits, tips, or any other extras not detailed in the itinerary.
Prices are per person based in double or triple accommodation.

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Galapagos Family
Tour 6 days / 5 nights

This 6-day, 5-night itinerary offers the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation, designed to captivate travelers of all ages. From curious kids to nature-loving parents, every moment of this tour brings your family face-to-face with the wonders of evolution, ecology, and island life — all while staying at the welcoming

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Galapagos Explore
Tour 5 days / 4 nights

The Explorer Tour is ideal for nature enthusiasts, curious travelers, and adventure seekers who want to experience more than just the highlights — but the true essence of the Galápagos.
Come explore beyond the surface. Let the islands reveal their secrets, one trail, one tide pool, one unforgettable moment at

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Galapagos Express
Tour 4 days / 3 nights

Step into paradise with the Galápagos Express Tour , an unforgettable island getaway designed for travelers who want to experience the magic of the Galápagos in just four days.

Stay at the charming Royal Palm Lodge , nestled in the lush highlands of Santa Cruz Island. This eco-friendly retreat offers comfort,

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From $ 1847

Prices per person - 2026

Tours

Galapagos Express 4D/3N
Galapagos explore 5D/4N
Galapagos family 6D/5N

Include:

  • 4-night accommodation
  • Transfers in/out Baltra airport – Royal Palm
  • Four-day itinerary of adventure activities.
  • All meals 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
  • One soft drink per person / per meal
  • All Taxes and Services.

Accommodation

The Royal Palm Hotel offers a select choice of very spacious accommodation which includes:

  • 1 Luxury 2-bedroom Villa – The Prince of Wales
  • 2 Luxury open-plan Villas – The Royal Villa and The Presidential Villa
  • 8 Double king / twin queen Highland Villas
  • 2 Double four-poster king / twin queen Highland Family Villas
  • 8 Double king / twin queen Casitas

In-room amenities:

  • Digital TV
  • In-room safe
  • Hair dryer
  • Phone
  • Iron
  • Air condition
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Therefore, Responsible travel as a tour operator considers the following guidelines in order to generate a satisfactory experience on your trip through Ecuador. Nevertheless, please note that any requirement can change without prior notice, and it is the responsibility of each traveler to make sure to comply with the current requirements when entering the country.

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The duration to visit the country is 90 days a year; if you are going to extend your visit, it is recommended to pay an extension.

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For more information, there are links to Ecuadorian embassies as well as foreign embassies within the country.

In the case of entering the country by land or river

The Government, through its Ministries, provides that foreign citizens who enter the country through the land or river borders of Colombia and Peru may present their apostilled certificate indicating that they do not have a criminal record; this certificate must have been issued in their country of origin or residence in the last five years.  or in turn request the review of the corresponding information through the Ecuadorian Migration System (SIMIEC).

The following individuals are exempt from filing

  • Holders of a valid Ecuadorean visa
  • Holders of diplomatic passports
  • Children and adolescents under 18
  • Victims of human trafficking.

COVID-19 rules

There is not a COVID certificate needed at the moment, but if you experience symptoms prior to your trip, you can complete a health application and bring it to the airport.

Conditions for passport validity

The passport must be valid for at least half a year. Access is restricted without a valid or reported lost document

 Galapagos Islands

People could visit until 60 days. For enter, you need to present:

Foreign Exchange

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The native language is Spanish. Some indigenous people speak Spanish, Quechua, and English. The indigenous communities living in the jungle speak their languages and dialects.

At Responsible Travel, we are trained to provide the best experience to the tourist. For this reason, our team of guides is bilingual, as are most of our suppliers (hotels and restaurants).