Galapagos Cruises

Cruise all the islands on a Galapagos Cruise. Many agree that some of the best cruises are the Galapagos Cruises. There are even specific Galapagos Island Cruises. You may also want to try some Galapagos Islands Luxury Cruises.

Galapagos Cruise FAQ

Q: Where are the Galapagos Islands ?

A: The Galapagos Islands (or Archipelago de Colon) is a Province of Ecuador located 500 miles (800 kilometers) west of the Ecuadorian coast. They lie directly on the equator.

Q: What is the climate like?

A: As the islands lie directly on the Equator, you can expect it to be warm for most of the year. The hottest season is generally from January to April with average temperatures ranging from a low of 70 to a high of 84 F (22 - 31 C). It is during this period that you may expect afternoon thundershowers. During a severe El Nino, you can expect rain or thundershowers at any time. From April to December is considered the "cool" season with average temperatures ranging from a low of 68 to a high of 82 F (19 – 27 C).

Q: When is the best time to travel to Galapagos?

A: Anytime is a good time! During the "hot" season with its frequent afternoon rain showers the islands are generally much greener and the land birds most active. It is also during this period that the ocean temperature is warmer for swimming and snorkeling. During the "cool" season the land birds and sea mammals are most active. This is the best time for observing courtship displays in the sea birds. No matter what time of year you visit the islands, you will always find the wildlife activity to be absolutely amazing!

Q: How do we get there?

A: From North America there are daily flights via Miami and Houston to Quito and Guayaquil , Ecuador .

Q: Can you arrange our air to Ecuador ?

A: Our local American Express travel agent handles these requests for our clients.

Q: How do we get to Galapagos from Quito and Guayaquil ?

A: Flights to Galapagos depart daily from both Quito and Guayaquil . We will arrange the Galapagos flight for you. The owners of the boats in Galapagos block book spaces on these flights to ensure our passengers are on the flight to meet the boat. You will fly to Galapagos in the morning of first day of the cruise and return to the mainland in the afternoon of the last day of the cruise.

Q: What should we bring?

A: "What to Bring" list is located online at http://www.discovergalapagos.com/bring.php

Q: What shouldn't we bring to Galapagos?

A: A list of items NOT ALLOWED to be brought to the islands is located at http://www.discovergalapagos.com/bringnot.php

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