Galapagos Discovery: The Nat Hab Experience

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Learn more about the seasonal variations of Galapagos weather and wildlife viewing.

Custom Departures:
Customized private departures can be arranged for this destination. Please contact an Adventure Specialist at 800-543-8917 for more information.
Learn more about the seasonal variations of Galapagos weather and wildlife viewing.

Custom Departures:
Customized private departures can be arranged for this destination. Please contact an Adventure Specialist at 800-543-8917 for more information.
We're still in the process of confirming 2021 dates, which we plan to announce soon. Contact an Adventure Specialist for more details: 800-543-8917.
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  • Petrel 10-Day Trip Price 
    Category 1: $10495 to $11995 (+internal air)
    Category 2: $11195 to $12695 (+internal air)
    Category 1 Solo: $12495 to $13995 (+internal air)
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  • Photo Departure Price 
    Category 1: $11495 (+internal air)
    Category 2: $12195 (+internal air)
    Category 1 Solo: $13995 (+internal air)
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Internal Air Fee: $554 per person for adults and $404 per person for children 11 years old and younger (this will be listed separately on our invoicing).
Single Occupancy: For a single room add 50% to the trip price (except for the solo cabin on the Petrel, which is designed for single-occupancy). If requested, we can also match you with a roommate. If we are unable to find you a match, you will not be charged for a single room.
Deposit: $500 per person (nonrefundable)

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View pricing for just you and your select travel companions on our Petrel 10-Day ItineraryNemo III 10-Day Itinerary and our Nemo III 8-Day Itinerary

Trip prices are per person based on double occupancy and are given in U.S. dollars. Children 11 years old and younger and under will receive a $500 discount off all departures. Triple cabins are available on the Nemo III in Category 3 rooms (one lower double bed and one raised single bed) at a $500 discount per person. Triple cabins are available on the Petrel in Category 2 rooms (the third bed is a sofabed designed for children) at a $500 discount per person. Cabin categories are confirmed in advance, but the exact cabin numbers are not guaranteed prior to arrival. This enables us to retain flexibility in assigning travelers to different cabins or decks based on the makeup of our group. Please read our Payment & Refund Policy here.
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  • Petrel 10-Day Trip Price 
    Category 1: $10995 to $12495 (+internal air)
    Category 2: $11695 to $13195 (+internal air)
    Category 1 Solo: $12995 to $14495 (+internal air)
    See deck plan and photos
Internal Air Fee: $562 per person for adults and $412 per person for children 11 years old and younger (this will be listed separately on our invoicing).
Single Occupancy: For a single room add 50% to the trip price (except for the solo cabin on the Petrel, which is designed for single-occupancy). If requested, we can also match you with a roommate. If we are unable to find you a match, you will not be charged for a single room.
Deposit: $500 per person (nonrefundable)

Make It Private: 
View pricing for just you and your select travel companions on our Petrel 10-Day Itinerary or Nemo III 10-Day Itinerary.

Trip prices are per person based on double occupancy and are given in U.S. dollars. Children 11 years old and younger and under will receive a $500 discount off all departures. Triple cabins are available on the Nemo III in Category 3 rooms (one lower double bed and one raised single bed) at a $500 discount per person. Triple cabins are available on the Petrel in Category 2 rooms (the third bed is a sofabed designed for children) at a $500 discount per person. Cabin categories are confirmed in advance, but the exact cabin numbers are not guaranteed prior to arrival. This enables us to retain flexibility in assigning travelers to different cabins or decks based on the makeup of our group. Please read our Payment & Refund Policy here.
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  • Petrel  Trip Price 
    Category 1: $11595 to $12995 (+internal air)
    Category 2: $12295 to $13695 (+internal air)
    Category 1 Solo: $13695 to $14995 (+internal air)
    See deck plan and photos
  • Tip Top IV Trip Price
    Category 1: $9595 (+internal air)
    Category 2: $10395 (+internal air)
    Category 3: $10795 (+internal air)
    See deck plan and photos
Internal Air Fee: $597 per person for adults and $447 per person for children 11 years old and younger (this will be listed separately on our invoicing).
Single Occupancy: For a single room add 25% for the Tip Top IV, 30% for the Petrel and 50% for the Nemo III to the trip price (except for the solo cabin on the Petrel, which is designed for single-occupancy). If requested, we can also match you with a roommate. If we are unable to find you a match, you will not be charged for a single room.
Deposit: $500 per person (nonrefundable)

Make It Private: 
View pricing for just you and your select travel companions on our Petrel Itinerary and our Tip Top itinerary.


Trip prices are per person based on double occupancy and are given in U.S. dollars. Children 11 years old and younger and under will receive a $500 discount off all departures. Triple cabins are available on the Nemo III in Category 3 rooms (one lower double bed and one raised single bed) at a $500 discount per person. Triple cabins are available on the Petrel in Category 2 rooms (the third bed is a sofabed designed for children) at a $500 discount per person. Cabin categories are confirmed in advance, but the exact cabin numbers are not guaranteed prior to arrival. This enables us to retain flexibility in assigning travelers to different cabins or decks based on the makeup of our group. Please read our Payment & Refund Policy here.
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Group Size
Limited to 16 Travelers / 15 Travelers on Photo Departures
A very important feature of our Galapagos tour is the limited group size, as the islands and their unique wildlife are best encountered in the lower-impact presence of a small group. And our guests get far more personalized attention from our guides, including a richer interpretive experience, in a small-group context. 
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Take this trip on a private basis, traveling exclusively with your immediate family, multi-generational family or group of friends. Click for details.
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Included
  • Trip price includes: Accommodations including the Petrel or the Nemo III, Nat Hab's deluxe private Tortoise Camp, and hotel on the mainland, services of Nat Hab's professional Expedition Leaders, all meals from breakfast on Day 2 through breakfast on final day, local beer and house wine with dinner aboard the ship, snorkeling gear and wetsuit, some gratuities, airport transfers on Day 1 and final day, all activities and entrance fees, all taxes and service fees.
  • Internal air cost includes: Round-trip flights between Quito and the Galapagos (this will be listed separately on our invoicing).
Not Included
Travel to and from the start and end point of your trip, some alcoholic beverages, some gratuities, passport and visa fees (if any), optional activities, items of a personal nature (phone calls, laundry and internet, etc.), airline baggage fees, airport and departure taxes (if any), required medical evacuation insurance, optional travel protection insurance.
Physical Requirements
Easy to Moderate
Our Galapagos adventures feature a full agenda each day, with early mornings and long days filled with various activities. Activities primarily include island walks, swimming and snorkeling. Trails are often rough and uneven, crossing sharp lava fields and loose rocks and gravel. Walking over slippery rocks is sometimes necessary when stepping ashore. Passengers must be able to walk a minimum of two miles to participate in this trip, walk up and down stairs, and be able to get in and out of motorized pangas (rigid inflatable rafts), which can be very unsteady in rough water. A few wet landings, where we disembark from the panga directly into the water and walk up onto the beach, are required. Snorkeling is a big component of this trip, with excursions offered nearly every day, sometimes twice a day. While no snorkeling experience is required, prior practice is recommended, and travelers should be comfortable swimming in moderate currents and in deep water where you can see the bottom but cannot stand up. Our Expedition Leaders will also offer instruction for those in need of additional snorkeling guidance. Travelers are not required to participate in every activity.

Elevation in Quito: Please note that on most departures, our first two nights are spent in Quito at an elevation of 9,300 feet. The relative lack of oxygen at this elevation may manifest in altitude-sickness symptoms that can include headaches, dizziness, tiredness and nausea during the first few hours or days spent at elevation. Hydration and rest usually help symptoms to resolve, though participants may wish to talk with their doctor about taking along a prescription medication to better manage potential physical reactions to high altitude.

On custom or private departures with smaller groups, our ability to accommodate varying levels of physical abilities or interests is limited, since these trips are staffed with a single Expedition Leader who may be assisted, pending availability, by local guides.
Important Information About This Trip
There may be no more appropriate destination on Earth for Natural Habitat's nature-loving guests than the Galapagos Islands. With rare and amiable wildlife found at every turn, the islands provide a wonderland for nature travelers, which our Expedition Leaders unveil in a warm and intimate manner. The key to the success of our Galapagos adventures is our small group size. The Nemo III accommodates approximately 14 guests and two Expedition Leaders. The Petrel hold a maximum of 16 guests and two Expedition Leaders. Once we step ashore, we divide up into even smaller groups. Splitting the group also allows our guests to move at varied paces, although all guests must be able to walk over uneven terrain up to two miles, as well as disembark the panga in sometimes-rough conditions. In addition to land excursions, we have the opportunity to snorkel almost every day while in the islands. Another important and exciting element of this trip is a unique opportunity (optional, but included) to stay in the highlands of Santa Cruz at our private Tortoise Camp, with accommodations in walk-in safari-style tents and treehouses overlooking the distant Pacific Ocean. On this private land, Galapagos tortoises roam freely in their natural habitat most months of the year, and often wander right into camp.

Please note: The itinerary provided is meant as a guideline and is subject to change without notice. On rare occasions, it may be necessary to deviate from our regular itinerary for reasons beyond our control. In these instances we will provide the best available alternative.

Age Limit on Galapagos Trips

We welcome children ages 7 and older on scheduled departures. However, while some 7-year-olds are well suited for our Galapagos adventures, others may not be ready for the requirements of group travel. We believe it's best to consider this minimum age limit a guideline. You, as a parent or guardian, are best qualified to decide whether your child would enjoy the experience without compromising the comfort of others. We strongly encourage you to speak with one of our Adventure Specialists about the specific requirements of the trip so you can make an informed decision. We do not permit children younger than 7 on our scheduled departures due to safety regulations, physical limitations and concerns regarding group dynamics.
Mandatory Insurance
Since the areas we travel to are remote and wild (that's why we go there!), we require that all guests have, at minimum, medical evacuation insurance for this program. This is for the safety of all guests. We require that your chosen independent insurance plan includes at least $250,000 in medical evacuation coverage.

To protect your investment and to provide peace of mind while you travel, we also strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance. Plans may cover everything from medical treatment to trip cancellations and delays and lost luggage. Please contact our office if you would like more information about the medical evacuation and comprehensive travel insurance policies we offer by calling 800-543-8917.
Getting There & Getting Home
Arrival: Arrive in Quito any time on Day 1.
Departure: On the final day, you are free to depart from Quito after 9 pm.

We can best serve you if our Natural Habitat Adventures Travel Desk makes your reservations, as we are intimately familiar with the special requirements of this program and can arrange the most efficient travel. Please call us at 800-543-8917. Note that while we offer you the best possible rates available to us on airfare and additional nights' accommodations, you may find special web rates or better fares online.
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