Galapagos Options, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Galapagos Options opened it's doors in 2001 and has a wealth of experience in running land-based tours of the Galapagos as well as a large selection of low rate cruises, island hopping trips, day tours and jungle tours to accommodate any budget.

For all Galapagos tours, the agency works with knowledgeable Level 3 Galapagos Naturalist guides whose excellent guiding can be backed up by the visitors book which shows excellent testimonials from previous travellers.

Whilst the agency itself is primarily focused on land-based Galapagos tours, they also offer a great selection of last minute tours on yachts and boats ranging from economy to first class. In addition to this, they can also arrange excursions to some of the other top locations in Ecuador.

Tours 2008/2009

Day Tours

As well as a range of Galapagos day trips, Galapagos Options can arrange trips to the Amazon Basin, where you can also take advantage of some of the best white-water rafting in the country. The colonial town of Cuenca or the indigenous market of Otavalo are also some favourites. For those who feel more adventurous, the Cotopaxi National Park not only gets you up close and personal with Ecuador's most famous volcano but also offers some excellent hiking and trekking opportunities. For a full range of day trips, drop Galapagos Options and email.

Tour Packages

Packages are available for those who wish to encompass a range of highlights during their time in Ecuador. Trips range from 7 to 14 days and can include volcano climbing, Galapagos excursions and jungle trips.

Galapagos Land Tours

Choose from 4, 5 or 8 days Island Hopping Tours, Beach holidays, 3 Days Extensions and Galapagos Day Trips.

Diving

Diving in the Galapagos is a once in a lifetime experience and although some might be feel it's an unnecessary luxury, it's worth considering that hammerhead sharks and sea lions are amongst the marine life you may encounter. Galapagos Options have a range of diving packages available.

Amazon Lodges

The agency has some excellent connections with lodges in the Amazon basin of Ecuador including the following: Jamu Lodge, La Mision Amazon Cruise, Kapawi Ecolodge and Reserve, Sacha Lodge, La Casa Del Suizo Lodge, Yarina Lodge, Yuturi Lodge, Suchipakari Lodge,

Activities

For those who feel that a trip to the Galapagos wouldn't be complete without an excursion on a boat, tours for 4 and 8 days on First class, Tourist class or Economy class boats can be booked direct with the agency.

How 2 get there...

Galapagos Options is located on one of the main streets of the new town of Quito. You will find the agency on Avenida Amazonas, half a block away from Mall "El Jardin"