Galapagos Cruise & Amazon Tour
10 DAYS Starting from $7,490 per person
Explore not one but two natural paradises with this 10-day Galapagos Islands & Amazon Tour. Spend four nights on a captivating Galapagos cruise, learning about the geology, animals, birds and ocean life of these fascinating islands. Then head to the gorgeous Amazon jungle for three days of adventure as you seek out caimans, piranhas, jungle birds and even the elusive dusky titi monkey. You’ll stay and cruise in luxury, while being looked after by experienced guides who will cater to your every whim.
Trip at a Glance
HIGHLIGHTS
- Visit Dragon Hill to seek out the Galapagos Islands’ famous land iguanas.
- Visit Rabida, a small but animal-packed island and see sea lions, Pelicans, Flamingos and Finches.
- Learn about Galapagos geology on the tiny island of Sombrero Chino, covered with volcanic formations.
- Discover Genovesa island – often called Bird Island for its abundance of avian species, including Boobies, Red-Footed and Masked Boobies and Great Frigates, as well as sea lions.
- Enjoy breath-taking views of lunar-like caters, volcanic cones, lava fields and beaches of the Galapagos from Bartolome Island.
- Explore the still-active volcanic island of Santiago, one of the best places for seeing fur seals in the archipelago.
- Visit the lush forested highlands of Santa Cruz, where you will see lava tunnels and sink holes.
- Swim in the Amazon lake of Pilchicocha, home to many species of fish and animals.
- Visit two jungle viewing points to appreciate the animal and bird life, and learn to catch piranhas.
- Enjoy fascinating trails through the rainforest, where you will learn about plants, animals and the indigenous cultures that live there.
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