Off-Grid Galapagos: Lava, Legends & Living Evolution

This hands-on culinary experience will make you a ceviche snob for life. Learn to make Ecuador’s most iconic coastal dish with local cooks in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. It’s not just about the lime and fish – it’s about stories, family traditions and a taste of island life you won’t forget.

Walk up to the rim of the Galápagos’ only freshwater lake. Watch as frigatebirds dip into the crater to rinse their wings – it’s an image that will stay with you.

Walk the rugged coastal trail to Puerto Chino, where turquoise water, soft white sand and curious wildlife make this secluded beach feel like your own private paradise.

Stroll wooden trails through a sanctuary where ancient tortoises roam. From hatchlings to full-grown giants, see conservation in action — slow, steady and unforgettable.

Ride the public speedboat west to Santa Cruz. A salty sprint across open Pacific toward the heart of the islands.

Venture beneath Santa Cruz into ancient lava tunnels, winding through otherworldly rock formations and hidden chambers carved by volcanic flows.

Tour a family-run trapiche where you’ll see sugarcane juice being pressed and coffee beans roasted by hand. Old-world techniques, rich aromas and local charm.

Cruise west to the Galápagos’ largest and most laid-back island. Isabela is beachy, volcanic and wild in all the right ways – the perfect base for adventure.

Swim through ancient arches and tunnels carved by lava and time. Spot turtles, reef sharks, rays and seahorses in crystal-clear waters made for wonder.

Travel by speedboat back to where your Galápagos adventure began.

Spend a full day at Kicker Rock, drifting through narrow channels and snorkelling alongside turtles, rays and sharks in some of the clearest water in the Galápagos.

Cruise to Lobos Island to spot sea lions lazing on lava rocks, blue-footed boobies in dance mode, and nesting frigatebirds puffing red like balloons. Nature, unfiltered. Extra costs apply.

Paddle quietly along the mangrove-lined coast, where the water is still, the wildlife curious and the moment yours. It’s solitude, with sea lions. Extra costs apply.

A half-day mix of boat and walking adventures: snorkel vibrant bays, take in rugged coastal views and cool off with a refreshing dip in the turquoise canyon of Las Grietas.

Spend a full day discovering one of four remote Galápagos gems – North Seymour, Bartolomé, Santa Fe, or South Plaza – each offering unique wildlife, volcanic scenery and blissfully untouched shores.

Rent a bike and ride solo through sandy paths and volcanic vistas. Visit wetlands, iguana hangouts, or just chase the horizon until your legs say stop.