Survival of the Fittest: Hiking, Biking & Water Sports on the Galápagos Islands
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- I enjoy getting my heart going on my bike or on trails
- Nothing beats the thrill of taking on a rewarding climb or ride on varied terrain with inclines
- Let’s keep moving — occasional stops only, please
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This is an international travel day; no meals or program activities are scheduled on this day. Drive from airport to the hotel is about 4 miles, approx. 15 minutes (dependent on traffic). See your program’s travel details regarding transfers.
Upon arriving at the hotel, check in and get your room assignment.
Approx. 16 miles, about 30 minute drive to Laguna Eco Park. Visit to the Laguna Eco Park will be approximately 4 hours and include 1 hour of kayaking.
8:30 a.m. Orientation: The Group Leader will greet everyone with a warm welcome and lead introductions. We will...
Flight to the Galapagos is approx. 2 hours, and there is a 50 lbs. weight limit for checked luggage. Excess luggage can be stored at the hotel in Guayaquil. Upon arrival in the Galapagos we will immediately transfer to go kayaking; wear a swimsuit and pack a day bag w...
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This morning before breakfast, we will have an early morning departure to the pier and transfer by boat to Puerto Ayora approximately 2.5 to 3 hours. Participants may want to consider sea-sickness patches for the boat transfers as the sea conditions can change rapidly...
Hotel check out by noon. Participants with independent travel arrangements and/or scheduled on later flights can keep their hotel rooms until check-out time on this day. Except for breakfast, all other meals are on your own on this day. See your program’s travel detai...
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