Galápagos Escape: An 8-Day Voyage
7 nights
National Geographic Islander II
28 Nov '26Cruise overview
Explore Darwin’s islands in one action-filled week aboard the elegant National Geographic Islander ll. Witness the iconic wildlife that sparked the theory of evolution by natural selection, snorkel pristine waters teeming with sea lions and sea turtles, and hike black-sand beaches and lush highlands. As with our classic, 10-day expeditions, honed over more than 50 years, each voyage is crafted to offer a diverse perspective of the archipelago with multiple adventures daily on land and undersea.
Available extensions:
- 3-Day Quito and Otavalo Post-Voyage Extension (double price: £1113pp / solo price: £1515)
Itinerary
Quito
Arrive in Ecuador, either in Quito, Ecuador’s capital city in the Andes, or in the coastal city of Guayaquil, and take an included transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay. Both cities are well-served by international carriers, and Galápagos flights start and end in Quito with a stop in Guayaquil. Guests in Guayaquil stay at the Hotel del Parque, a 44-room Relais & Châteaux hotel set along the river in lush tropical gardens. In Quito guests have the choice of several hotels, including a convenient airport hotel.
Note that Quito sits at a 9,350 ft elevation. It is an alternative option to Guayaquil, at no additional cost, and recommended if you opt to reserve additional hotel nights and pre-voyage tours of the city.
Arrival Time: Anytime.
Arrival City: Quito or Guayaquil, Ecuador
Guayaquil
Galápagos Islands
Galápagos Islands
Galápagos Islands
Galápagos Islands
Galápagos Islands
Guayaquil
Guest Suite
280 sq. ft. with two panoramic windows, twin/king convertible beds, a seating area with a sofa, a lounge chair, and marble double-sink bathrooms with a rain shower.
Amenities
- King or Twin Configuration
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Ship features
A next-generation Galápagos expedition yacht delivering Lindblad Expeditions’ trademark exploration and luxury in equal measure.
- Carries just 48 guests for a highly personalised experience
- All-suite accommodation with Ecuadorian design touches
- An expert team of naturalists and National Geographic photo instructors
- Daily Zodiac, snorkelling and kayaking excursions included
- Flexible itineraries adapting to wildlife movements
- Ecuadorian-inspired cuisine served indoors and al fresco
- Observation and Sun Decks with panoramic views
- Spa and fitness area for wellness and relaxation
- Science Hub and Reference Library for learning at sea
- Environmentally advanced systems supporting sustainable operations
