Trips to Galápagos Islands
Why travel solo to the Galápagos Islands?
What's the weather like?
The Galápagos Islands are on the equator so the weather is warm for most of the year with average temperatures in the high season of 30ºC (84ºF) and 21ºC (69ºF) in winter.
Top three activities
1. Encounter giant tortoises in their natural habitat
2. Hike to the caldera of Sierra Negra
3. Explore the island of Isabela by bike
Top five dishes to try
1. Ceviche – raw, marinated fish
2. Encebollado – fish stew
3. Seco – stewed meat served with plantain
4. Fried plantain
5. Encocado – fish served with coconut sauce
Top places to visit in the Galápagos Islands
Isabela
The largest of the Galápagos Islands is also one of the least inhabited. A volcanic and biodiverse island, Isabela is ripe for exploration and a great spot for anyone looking to immerse themselves in nature. Here, you’ll find volcanoes, colonies of flamingos and a huge array of marine life, all on one island.
Tintoreras islets
The calm turquoise waters of this beautiful bay are home to sea lions, sea turtles, marine iguanas and rays. At low tide, the entrance to the bay closes and there’s a shallow crevice where you’ll find reef sharks swimming along. Catch a boat over to this small bay, keeping an eye out for penguins and blue-footed boobies along the way.
Itabaca Canal
Explore the Santa Cruz coast from the water at Itabaca Canal. If you hop in a kayak, you can paddle through red mangrove forests and along cliff banks formed through ancient lava flows. It’s also home to sea lions and reef sharks, so keep an eye out for wildlife along the way.
North Seymour Island
Head over to this beautiful uninhabited island for a day trip to observe native Galápagos birds in their element as they fish at one of the most important spots for local birds. This island is a great spot for hiking and snorkelling, but make sure you bring a picnic.
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