How To Plan A Great Galapagos Islands Cruise

By Linda Ruiz


The Galapagos Islands have become a popular destination for tourists and scientists. Many people are attracted to this region for various reasons, such as the wildlife or the balmy climate. If you are interested in going there, you may want to consider booking a galapagos islands cruise.

The place is relatively isolated from the mainland. It is also very close to the Equator, meaning that the climate stays pleasant all year round. When you book your cruise, you will have to decide whether to visit in the High season or the Low season. The Low season is typically April and May and September and October, while the rest of the year is High season. During the Low Season, there are fewer tourists there, which means that you may get lower prices.

You will also have to decide when the best time is to make your trip. The climate tends to be mild all year round. Therefore, you can visit in either the summer or winter, as it suits you. You can travel there in the high season, when there are more tourists, or the low season, when it tends to be cheaper.

The climate there is normally very mild, allowing animals and plants to live wild and free. During the months of June through December, the islands experience southern winds that eventually bring cooler air from the Humboldt Current. Many tourists find this climate to be very comfortable as it is not overly hot.

You should also check if you need a visa. If you are a citizen of the United States, Canada or a European country, you do not need a visa, unless you are planning to stay there for more than ninety days.

Most cruises do not have a formal dress code on board. Generally, you will be required to wear shoes and a shirt when attending lunch and dinner. Certain cruises, such as the Xpedition, the Parranda, or the Isabella II, require people to wear long pants at each meal.

You might also want to pack a swimsuit or wetsuit, since there are many water activities to do there, such as snorkeling and diving. If you are a photography enthusiast, be sure to bring your camera to photograph all the birds and animals there. You are a nature lover, you may also want to bring a pair of binoculars so that you can get the most out of sightseeing.

Many people wish to extend their trip after their cruise. If you want to do this, you will need to factor in the extra costs and make arrangements for accommodations there or on the mainland of Ecuador. You should also check that your visa will permit this, if you travel with one, for the duration of your extension.




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