Ecuador · Origin of Species Galápagos Journey

Begin international travel via Amsterdam, with flight timing and transfer arrangements subject to the final air schedule.

Begin international travel via Amsterdam, with flight timing and transfer arrangements subject to the final air schedule.

Travel from Quito toward Cotopaxi National Park to see Andean highland scenery, volcanic landscapes and Limpiopungo Lagoon when weather permits.

Fly to the Galápagos, complete local entry procedures and board Infinity. The first island visit may include Black Turtle Cove or Santa Cruz coastal habitats, subject to yacht operations.

Explore Genovesa Island, with routes such as Prince Philip's Steps and Darwin Bay for seabirds, lava scenery, red-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, frigatebirds and sea lions.

Visit Santiago and Rábida areas for lava formations, red beaches, snorkeling opportunities, seabirds, sea lions and volcanic island scenery.

Visit Santa Cruz tortoise facilities and highland reserve areas to learn about giant tortoise conservation and observe tortoises in managed or wild settings.

Explore Dragon Hill and Bachas Beach for coastal lagoons, dry-zone vegetation, marine wildlife, birds, rays, reef sharks and sea turtles when conditions allow.

Visit Floreana sites such as Post Office Bay, Cormorant Point and Devil's Crown, combining human history, flamingo lagoons, beaches and snorkeling when sea conditions permit.

Explore Española Island around Suarez Point and Gardner Bay, known for seabirds, marine iguanas, sea lions and white-sand coastal scenery.

Disembark in San Cristóbal and continue your onward journey.

Fly to Coca, continue by motorized canoe along the Napo River, then transfer by canoe into the rainforest lodge area for guided nature activities.

Visit a parrot clay lick when conditions are suitable, meet a local community, learn about rainforest plants and continue canoe or trail exploration with naturalist guides.

Walk to a canopy tower or observation platform, then explore blackwater lagoons and rainforest trails for birds, monkeys, reptiles and nocturnal wildlife when arranged.

Return by canoe and river transfer to Coca for the flight back to Quito, with possible wildlife viewing during the outbound rainforest transfer.

Explore Quito's historic center, churches, plazas and colonial architecture, with arrangements adapted to traffic and opening hours.

Travel into the Andean cloud forest for humid mountain habitats, birdlife and hummingbird observation, then return to Quito.

Transfer for international flights home. Arrival date depends on the final flight schedule.