Accommodation
Simple hotels/guest houses (9 nights), twin-share cabins on board our motorised yacht (4 nights), jungle lodge (2 nights).
Transport
Local flights, train, motorised canoe and Galapagos yacht.
Meals
All meals in the Galapagos and while in the jungle, continental breakfasts throughout.
Staff
Group leader days 1-10, local guides at Machu Picchu and in the Amazon. Local naturalist guide (certified by Galapagos National Park) while in the Islands.
Age Restriction
Family Adventures are open to families with children aged between 6 and 17 years of age.
Optional Activities
All prices are per person in US dollar amounts.
Lima:
City tour $25
San Francisco Church and catacombs $1.50
Museo de la Nation $2 entrance
Museum of the Inquisition $2 entrance
Cusco:
Boleto Turistico (tourist ticket) $10
City tour $12
Horse riding around ruins (with guide) $25 - $35
Horse riding around ruins (without guide) $12
Whitewater rafting $30-45
Mountain biking $35
Museo Inka $2 entrance
Quito: (all activities have 2 person minimum.)
City Tour $24 - Entrance fees not included.
City Tour & Equator Line $32 - Entrance fees not included.
Otavalo Market $45 - full day tour
Saquisili Market & Cotopaxi $60 - Entrance fee to NP $10
Cotopaxi National Park $55 - Entrance fee to NP $10
Cotapaxi Biking Tour $45 - Entrance fee to NP $10
Bellavista Cloud Forest $50 - Entrances fee to the reserve $10
Devil's Nose Train $110 - Entrance fee to Cotopaxi Park $10 - Train ticket $12 - (hotel in Riobamba not included - $15 p/p).
Horseback riding $65 p/p
Papallacta Hot Springs $45 - Overnight at the hot spring resort $28 p/p/n (optional)
What To Bring
Most people automatically assume that the weather is hot in South America, but because of the higher altitude in the Andes, the temperature can feel quite cold, especially at night. We recommend the use of a duffel bag or backpack, whichever is easiest for you to carry. A good size daypack is also essential. Remember, there is not a lot of extra space on the boat in the Galapagos. Life aboard the yacht is very informal, making casual, comfortable clothing a must.
Please note that Galapagos is a protected National Park so your luggage will be checked before arrival and departure to and from the islands. Don’t bring with you any food, seeds or other organic material that could affect the delicate ecosystem of the islands.
LUGGAGE ALLOWANCE ON THE BOAT: Please note that the amount of luggage you can bring on the boat is LIMITED due to small cabin size. You can leave unnecessary items in your joining hotel storage room. On arrival day, our customer support will provide each passenger with a standard-sized duffel bag to give you an indication of how much you should pack for the Galapagos (please also bring a separate day pack for each person).
Our designated bags are about 50L in capacity, allowing you to carry some 12-15 kg of luggage. They measure 72x30x26 cm and provide you with ample storage space for the duration of the cruise. The personal luggage allowance is therefore 1 special bag (provided by us) and 1 day pack (your own).
Checklist:
Passport (with photocopies)
Travel insurance (with photocopies)
Airline tickets (with photocopies)
USD cash and travellers cheques
Credit or debit card (see personal spending money)
G.A.P Adventures vouchers and dossier
Any entry visas or vaccination certificates required
Camera and film
Reading/writing material
Binoculars
Cover for backpacks
Pocket knife
Fleece top
Windproof/waterproof jacket
Small towel and swim wear
4 shirts/t-shirts
Sun hat
1 pair of shorts
2 pairs of long trousers
1 pair hiking pants/track pants
Hiking boots/ sturdy walking shoes
Sport sandals
Sunblock
Knee-length socks (to be used with rubber boots, if provided at the jungle lodge)
Sunglasses
Toiletries (biodegradable)
Watch or alarm clock
Water bottle
Purification tablets or filter
Torch
Insect repellant
First-aid kit(should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking).
Note: If bringing a walking stick, it must be rubber tipped as steel tips are not allowed on trails
Group Size
Maximum 15 (16 in the Galapagos), Average 10
Other Information
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The itinerary is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.
Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
Important Notes:
1. This is a combination of our Peru Family Adventure and the Family Galapagos Adventure 7-day programs. This means that the international flight from Quito to Lima between the trips is not included in the tour cost and that the different sections of your trip will be led by different guides.
2. Once you have confirmed your booking please give us your international flight details and advise us if you have any important issues such as allergies, special diets, etc.
3. The Ecuadorian government currently levies a Galapagos Islands Park entry fee of $100 USD per person. This is payable at the airport upon arrival in the park. It is not included in the cost of the tour, and must be paid in CASH. This fee funds Park maintenance and supervision in Galapagos, as well as ecological study, conservation and infrastructure development in Ecuador's other National Parks. Entry fees and the funds they generate for the National Park System are among measures taken by the Ecuadorian government to protect its natural heritage.
4. The Galapagos National Park authorities have implemented a system of Transit Control Cards at a fee of $10 USD per person. This card is to be purchased in CASH in conjunction with the payment of the $100 USD entry fee into the Galapagos National Park, immediately upon arrival to the islands. Please note that this applies to all tourists entering the Galapagos Islands and is a supplement to the existing entry fee to the National Park and is not controlled by tour operators or travel agencies. It is the first of a number of initiatives to track, control and maintain the sustainable tourism targets set out by the Galapagos National Park and the Ecuadorian government in an attempt to preserve the fragile environment of the archipelago.
5. Please note that the rooming on our Galapagos yachts is done on a first-come, first-serve basis, and we are not able to guarantee the specific cabin you will receive on board. The cabins are comfortable and clean, all with private bathrooms. Due to the specific location of the cabins on board, the window sizes vary as well as the noise at times when the boat is navigating, given the proximity of the cabin to the engine room. Our friendly and competent crew will ensure the smooth and comfortable journey for the duration of your tour.
6. Please note that this trip is a combination of multiple tours. As such, the staff and/or particular vehicles operating your tour may change between tour segments. You may also expect some group members to join or leave the tour, between tour segments.
Operator Remarks
Allow USD200 for meals not included.
A local payment of USD450 is payable on arrival.
You must pay a USD100 (cash) Galapagos park entry fee immediately and USD10 for a tourist card upon arrival to the Galapagos Islands(subject to increase).
Lima-Quito international flight (Day 10) is not included and must be purchased separately at the time of booking. The flight must arrive in Quito on Day 10.