We are a small, locally owned company that aims to satisfy the needs of travelers who come to the islands by offering the best options and the right information to discover this wonderful place.

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Amazing Tours And Fun
Adventures Await You

We'll help you find the best ways to discover the Galapagos Islands. With more than 20 years of experience offering tours in this fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Site, we are very attentive to your requirements. We have developed these unique itineraries that provide the opportunity to experience the Galapagueña culture in first class hotels near the sea and/or take a cruise around the beautiful islands of this majestic archipelago.

Pinzon Island

Isabela Island

Volcán Sierra Negra Tour

Bartolome Island

Lobos Island

Tintoreras Island

Los Tuneles and Cabo Rosa

Española Island

Kicker Rock and Beach

360 Tour

Santa Cruz Highlands and Bay Tour

Santa Fe and Escondida Beach

Plazas Island and Punta Carrion

North Seymour and Bachas Beach

Choose The Perfect
Destination For Your Vacation

Galápagos Galápagos

Discovery

The Galápagos Islands (also officially known as the Colón Archipelago or Galápagos Archipelago) are in the Pacific Ocean, 972 km west from the coast of Ecuador. They are also called the Enchanted Islands due to the strong currents that make navigating difficult and because of the garua (mist) that can make it seem like the islands are moving rather than the ships.

The islands were discovered in 1535 by the crew of a ship carrying the Bishop of Panama, Tomas de Berlanga, who was sailing from Panama to Lima, Peru. The archipelago is made up of thirteen large islands with an area greater than 10 km², nine medium-sized islands with an area of ​​1 km² to 10 km², and another 107 small islets, in addition to rocky promontories of a few square meters, distributed around the equatorial line. Together with the Malay Archipelago, it is the only archipelago on the planet that has territory in both the northern and southern hemispheres.

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Nature

The Galapagos Islands are famous for their numerous endemic species which cannot be found anywhere else in the world and for the studies of Charles Darwin that led him to establish his theory of evolution by natural selection. The islands are also very biodiverse because of the many different habitat zones that can be found. From coral reefs to highland forests, sand dunes to scrubland, there are changing habitats from island to island.

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History

It is estimated that the formation of the first island took place more than five million years ago as a result of tectonic activity. The most recently formed islands, Isabela and Fernandina, are still actively undergoing changes with volcanic eruptions occurring to the present day.

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Special Deals And
Amazing Last Minute Offers

As a locally based company, we have access to the best pricing for cruises, tours, and day trips.
BEST OPTION
If you do not have many days to visit the Galapagos islands but still want to see the best sights, our ADVENTURE program is for you. In 6 days you can swim with and observe many animals and enjoy beautiful landscapes.
6 Days / 5 Nights
6+

Endemic Program

USD2349
Discover the Galapagos islands with this itinerary full of unique experiences. Our ENDEMIC program will show you the best of the islands and give you the most contact with nature over 10 fun-filled days of island hopping.
10 Days / 9 Nights
6+
BEST OPTION

Native Program

USD1499
If you'd like to go on an 8-day cruise but are on a budget, this is your Best Option. Our NATIVE program will show you the best places in the three inhabited islands while ensuring you have an unforgettable experience.
8 Days / 7 Nights
6+

Best Selling Tours And Favorite Destinations

There are two ways to see the Galapagos: by land and by sea. We partner with more than 40 cruise operators to give you the best options by sea. We also offer organized Island Hopping programs which give you the opportunity to discover more than 95% of the flora and fauna that the Galapagos National Park is famous for without having to pay for a cruise on a luxury yacht. We work with the best locally owned and operated hotels, so your visit to the islands benefits the local population and contributes to the responsible development of tourism.
BEST OPTION !!

Aida Maria

USD1299
The Aida Maria yacht ideal for low-budget backpacker, travelers who want to live a unique experience, its excellent service makes this yacht one of the best recommendations on Trip Advisor.
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Anahi

USD1400
This Galapagos motot yacht is designed for efficiency and comfort. One of the very few yachts entirely hand-made  from local farms timber wood
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Aqua

USD2750
Diving in Galapagos is possible with our 8 days/7 nights itinerary aboard AQUA YACHT We have designed it for lovers divers.

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

Nous avons fait affaire avec Juan Carlos Guanga qui a maintenant ouvert sa propre agence Galapagos Best Option, et qui nous a offert un super service!

By Ariane CG: by Routard

Con tan solo 3 días en la isla ellos fueron capaces de organizarnos excursiones para que veamos lo máximo posible. Todo estuvo genial. Muy recomendable, excelentes profesionales.

By Nico R: España, by Trip Advisor

Estábamos muy sorprendidos por lo pocas opciones había para cuatro personas. Pero Juan era muy profesional y servicial y nos dio un increíble crucero de 9 días de última hora en la Aida Maria.

By Johanna: USA, by Trip Advisor